Riot Games has officially revealed the locations for VALORANT Champions 2025, confirming that Paris will host the prestigious event from September 12 to October 5. The Group and Bracket Stage will take place at Les Arènes de Grand Paris Sud, while the Finals weekend will electrify the iconic Accor Arena.
VALORANT Champions marks the grand finale of the competitive season, bringing together the world’s best teams for a high-stakes showdown. The host city announcement came last year, but now fans have the full details on where the action will unfold.
Tournament Format and Key Dates
Sixteen elite teams will begin their journey at Les Arènes de Grand Paris Sud, battling through the Group Stage from September 12-22. The competition will feature four double-elimination groups, with the top two squads from each advancing to the Playoffs.
The Bracket Stage runs from September 25-29, narrowing the field before the event shifts to the Accor Arena for the climactic Finals weekend. On October 3-4, the Upper and Lower Bracket Finals will determine the finalists, leading to the ultimate showdown on October 5. The winning team will not only lift the Champions trophy but also secure the largest portion of the $2.25 million prize pool.
All matches will follow a best-of-three format, except for the Lower Bracket Final and Grand Final, which will be best-of-five battles. The full lineup of competing teams will be confirmed after the regional VCT Stage 2 competitions conclude in August.
How To Secure Your Tickets
Riot Games has introduced a new verification system for ticket sales to ensure fair access for dedicated fans. To participate, attendees must have a Riot Account created before April 1, 2025, with at least one game played.
The process works as follows:
- May 30 – June 15: Fans must visit the Champions Ticket Eligibility page and log in with their Riot account.
- July: Verified accounts will receive an exclusive email containing a one-time access code and a private sales link.
- July 9-10: Tickets go on sale, with Mastercard holders getting early access on July 9 at 11 am BST, followed by general sales on July 10 at the same time.
While completing verification improves the chances of securing tickets, availability is not guaranteed due to high demand.