Riot Games Announces 2026 VCT China Roadshow

Published: Dec 23, 2025

Riot Games has revealed the full 2026 VCT China roadshow, spanning seven cities for regional and international events in what it’s calling the publisher’s most ambitious single region VCT tour to date.

Kicking off January 22 in Guangzhou, the schedule builds hype with VIP galas, city takeovers, fan fests, and destination style Stage 2 Playoffs mirroring VCT Pacific’s 2025 model.

Full 2026 VCT China Schedule:

VCT CN Kickoff: Guangzhou (January 22 start)
VCT CN Stage 1 Regular Season: Hangzhou
VCT CN Stage 1 Playoffs: Beijing
VCT CN Stage 2 Regular Season: Changsha
VCT CN Stage 2 Playoffs: Chengdu
VALORANT Champions: Shanghai
VALORANT Radiant Invitational: TBA

Kickoff Overhaul: Triple-Elim Bracket

The VCT China Kickoff introduces a triple-elimination format with 12 teams vying for three spots at VALORANT Masters Santiago (February 28–March 15).

Bilibili Gaming, Dragon Ranger Gaming, EDward Gaming, and XLG Esports earn byes to the upper bracket’s second round after qualifying for Champions Paris 2025.

Ticketing and opening matches details coming soon. You can catch the action live on VCT China’s official Bilibili, Twitch, and YouTube channels.

Daniel Davis

Since: October 29, 2025

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