LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass yesterday joined leaders from the Global Esports Federation, LA Times Media Group and El Segundo Mayor Chris Pimentel in announcing that the Global Esports Games will take place in the L.A. region in 2026. The Opening Ceremony of the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games (#GEG26) is scheduled for December 4, 2026. B-roll is available here.
“It is only fitting that Los Angeles, the creative capital of the world, will be the stage for the future of global competition in esports,” said Mayor Karen Bass. “We are adding yet another major event to an already incredible lineup.”
“For many people around the world, Los Angeles symbolizes the epicenter of sport, entertainment, music, culture – a world of limitless possibilities,” said Paul J. Foster, President and CEO of the Global Esports Federation. “As the United States prepares to celebrate 250 years since its founding, our global community from 180 Member Federations is excited to join in these historic celebrations and share in the city’s remarkable energy at the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games.”
“With less than three years to go until the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Los Angeles is alive with anticipation,” said Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, Executive Chairman and CEO of the Los Angeles Times Media Group. “Esports adds to that momentum, bringing its global energy esports and uniting gaming, sport, and a new wave of entertainment. Los Angeles Times Media Group is proud to help anchor this milestone event for our city and the world at the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games.”
In the coming years, Los Angeles will benefit from several major sporting events, serving as a hub for sport, entertainment and culture. Angelenos are coming together from across the city, activating communities in unprecedented ways to make LA shine on the world stage. Upcoming major sporting events include:
2026 FIFA World Cup
2026 NBA All-Star Game
2026 Global Esports Games
2026 U.S. Women’s Open Championship (Golf)
2027 Superbowl LXI
2027 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball West Regional
2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games