Everything you need to know about the VCT EMEA Barcelona Fan Fest

VALORANT Champions Tour 2026 - EMEA Stage 2 Finals are heading to Barcelona, Spain this August. But this won't just be the usual event where you just watch the games. Fans will get a full lineup of activations and activities to immerse themselves in the VALORANT world.

Let’s break down everything you need to know about the Barcelona Fan Fest.

Opening Times and Venue

The Fan Fest will take place around the Olympic Arena from August 28-30, it will feature a lot of different experiences such as partner activations, giveaways, immersive games, meet-and-greets and much more.

In order to give fans time to explore everything the Fan Fest will be open at the following times:

• Friday, August 28: 13:00 - 18:00 CEST
• Saturday, August 29: 12:00 - 20:00 CEST
• Sunday, August 30: 12:00 - 20:00 CEST

The entrance is via Carrer de Pau Claris. The first area you'll find is Fan Fest A Site, located behind the arena. Here you'll find the partner and team booths, but that's not all, this is also where you'll pick up the KitKat mission booklet to collect stamps and earn rewards. Besides that, you'll be able to play mini games, meet influencers, buy merch, and explore the Artist Alley.

Fan Fest B Site is next to the front entrance and is open to all ages. It features food trucks, seating, music, and the best photo spots. Once the arena opens, Fan Fest gets even bigger, with more activities waiting for you in the Concourse.

The complete Fan Fest schedule will be announced one week before the event.

Artist alley

One of the most unique activations of the event is for sure the Artist alley where, eight talented artists will have the chance to show everyone their own vision of the VALORANT universe. At the alley you will be able to bring a home a piece of the event that will be with you forever.

Artists Lineup:

• @sunfwer
• @tru.koo
• @akynoctua
• @adjilemon
• @lizethnailedit
• @theartfail
• @bealcuadradop
• @dcpescultor

Gaming Area

Wanna feel the adrenaline of playing in front of other people? This is your chance to prove your skill at a live event. The Gaming Area gives you the chance to get in line for 1v1 duels against other fans or Pro players, with a shot at winning stickers or a stamp for your KitKat mission booklet.

But that's not all. Circuito Tormenta also lets you play 3v3 and 5v5 games to show off how coordinated you and your friends really are. On Saturday, the Gaming Area turns into a Circuito Tormenta stop, where the new Kings of Barcelona and Spain will be crowned.

Team and Partner Booths

This is the place where you can meet fans of the team you cheer for, check out merchandise, take photos, and participate in exciting activities. Each booth will be unique, and there you'll be able to challenge a pro player in a 1v1 match, take part in giveaways, and win prizes. The teams hosting a booth are:

• FUT Esports
• Fnatic
• Gentle Mates
• Team Heretics (in collaboration with AORUS Gigabyte)
• Team Vitality

If a team that isn't on this list makes the top four, they could also decide to host a booth.

Not only teams will host a booth as KitKat, OMODA, Sony INZONE and Express VPN will also be present with different activities and games.

Not only pros will be present as you will also be able to meet your favourite content creators at the Razer meet and greet area.

FAQ

When do the VCT EMEA Stage 2 Finals Fan Fest doors open?

Fan Fest will open at 13:00 on Friday (August 28) and 12:00 on Saturday and Sunday (August 29-30).

Do I need a ticket?

No! Fan Fest is free to attend to everyone that meets the age requirement of 16+. Fan Fest B Site is the only area open to all ages.

Please note that Fan Fest A Site has a limited capacity. If it reaches maximum occupancy, entry will be temporarily paused and will reopen as soon as space becomes available.

How do I get to the VCT EMEA Stage 2 Finals Fan Fest?

Fan Fest takes place at the same venue as the VCT EMEA Stage 2 Finals at the Olímpic Arena in Badalona. The venue is easy to reach from central Barcelona, with a journey time of around 30 minutes by public transport. You can get there via Metro Lines 2 and 10 North, the Trambesòs tram (Gorg stop), Bus H10 (Alfons XIII – Josep M. de Sagarra), or the R1 commuter rail line to Badalona.

If I leave the arena to go to the Fan Fest, can I go back the way I came?

While yes, you can leave the arena for the Fan Fest and then return to the arena, you will have to exit the Fan Fest and re-enter via the arena entrance.