Blizzard Unveils Six New Warcraft Events

Summary

• Blizzard is hosting a Warcraft 30th Anniversary World Tour with six conventions around the world between February and May.
• The events will feature live entertainment, unique activities, and developer meetups.
• Information on how to obtain the free, limited tickets will be made available through regional Warcraft channels.

Blizzard has unveiled the Warcraft 30th Anniversary World Tour, a series of six conventions set to captivate fans in cities worldwide. These gatherings are scheduled to occur every few weeks from February 22 to May 10, and enthusiasts will have the chance to secure free tickets to these exciting events.

In 2024, Blizzard chose not to host BlizzCon, opting instead to participate in other gaming events, including their debut at Gamescom. Additionally, Blizzard launched its first digital Warcraft Direct presentation, unveiling a wealth of content for World of Warcraft, Hearthstone, Warcraft Rumble, and the classic Warcraft RTS games.

As we step into 2025, Blizzard has delighted fans with the announcement of the Warcraft 30th Anniversary World Tour. This tour celebrates the franchise's significant milestones from the previous year, including World of Warcraft's 20th anniversary, Hearthstone's 10th, and Warcraft Rumble's 1st. The tour kicks off in London, UK, on February 22, and will journey through Korea, Canada, Australia, and Brazil before concluding in Boston, US, on May 10, during PAX East.

Warcraft 30th Anniversary World Tour Dates

• February 22 – London, United Kingdom
• March 8 – Seoul, South Korea
• March 15 – Toronto, Canada
• April 3 – Sydney, Australia
• April 19 – Sao Paulo, Brazil
• May 10 – Boston, United States (during PAX East)

While details about the conventions are currently sparse, the announcement promises live entertainment, unique activities, and opportunities to meet the developers behind the Warcraft franchise. These events seem geared more towards creating memorable experiences than making major announcements or unveiling future plans for World of Warcraft or other games, unlike BlizzCon and Warcraft Direct.

Tickets for these conventions are not yet available for purchase. Blizzard has described these events as "intimate gatherings," suggesting that tickets will be free but extremely limited. Fans eager to attend should stay tuned to their regional Warcraft channels for more information on how to obtain these coveted tickets.

It's unclear whether Blizzard plans to hold BlizzCon this year, either in person or digitally. According to World of Warcraft's roadmap, a late summer or early autumn BlizzCon would be an ideal time to showcase content from the Midnight expansion, including the long-awaited player housing systems. Although Blizzard skipped BlizzCon in 2024, they have not ruled out future events, hinting at a possible shift to a biannual convention model similar to Final Fantasy 14's Fan Festival. Regardless, fans should keep an eye out for opportunities to secure tickets to the Warcraft World Tour, promising a unique and thrilling experience.