BlizzCon 2026 Announces Music, Streaming, and Entertainment Star Lineup
Blizzard has announced a packed lineup of special guests and headline performances for BlizzCon 2026, set to take place in Anaheim on September 12 and 13 at the Anaheim Convention Center. The event will blend community activations, esports, developer programming, and live shows—now with major crossovers from music, streaming, and entertainment.
Special guests confirmed for BlizzCon 2026
The roster of confirmed invitees includes longtime Blizzard supporters and high-profile creators across multiple franchises:
- T-Pain will join Blizzard celebrations for the Overwatch World Cup.
- Simu Liu will take part as a player in a StarCraft II Entertainment Encounter during the Blizzard Classic Cup, and will also join the broadcast panel as a commentator.
- deadmau5 will appear in a Diablo-focused session where he’ll speak with the game’s developers.
- Duke Dennis will be involved in creator-focused experiences, community activities, and World of Warcraft activations throughout the event.
- Khleo Thomas will attend as a “BlizzCon Reporter,” capturing live moments and sharing behind-the-scenes content across the weekend.
Music acts returning and debuting at the event
BlizzCon 2026 will also feature major international music talent:
- LE SSERAFIM is returning to lead the main stage with the closing weekend musical performance on Sunday, September 13.
- YOASOBI will perform during the event’s first intermission show, taking place on Sunday, September 13 at the World Cup Arena.
What to expect as Blizzard reveals more of the schedule
BlizzCon is Blizzard’s flagship community celebration, bringing players together for a weekend of games, announcements, live experiences, esports, developer panels, cosplay, and community moments across franchises such as Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and more.
Blizzard says additional programming details will be shared soon, including how to watch the BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony, highlights from the major panels across both days, and information on the top-tier esports competitions broadcast through the official BlizzCon channels.
