ESA Miami 2026 | Esports Awards

THE NEXT CHAPTER · 16–18 NOVEMBER 2026

Welcome
to Miami.

For over a decade, the Esports Awards has celebrated the people, teams and organisations behind competitive gaming. This November, we begin a new chapter.

OUR 2026 PARTNER

Presented by Thunderpick

We are delighted to welcome Thunderpick as our partner for 2026. Their support helps us deliver the event this community deserves.

THE STAGE IS SET

The Adrienne Arsht Center

We are also happy to be in such a beautiful venue. The Adrienne Arsht Center is a fitting home for the biggest night in esports.

THREE DAYS. ONE COMMUNITY.

Your week in Miami

MONDAY · NOVEMBER

Connect & honour

The week starts on Monday 16 November. PWR UP gives you space to meet, talk and build relationships. That evening, the Lifetime Achievement Mixer honours the pioneers who built this industry.

TUESDAY · NOVEMBER

Celebrate & stay out

On Tuesday 17 November, we hold the ceremony, then head to LIV Nightclub for the afterparty.

WEDNESDAY · NOVEMBER

One last round

On Wednesday 18 November, we close the week with the Esports Awards Golf Invitational. Taking place at the Miami Beach Golf Club.

Mike Ashford

CEO, Esports Awards

A PERSONAL WELCOME

Come ready to celebrate.

Bring your best black tie with a Miami Vice twist. Reconnect with friends and meet people you have only followed online.

Thank you for being part of this community.
I look forward to seeing you in Miami.

16–18 NOVEMBER 2026

Schedule.

We’re incredibly excited to welcome you to Miami as we celebrate the people, teams and organisations shaping the future of esports.

MONDAY · 16 NOVEMBER

11:30 AM – 5:00 PM

PWR UP

Connect with the people shaping the future of esports at our dedicated B2B networking event. Meet industry leaders, brands, teams and key stakeholders from across the global gaming ecosystem.

Build relationships, exchange ideas and explore new opportunities.

MONDAY · 16 NOVEMBER

7:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Lifetime Achievement Mixer

Celebrate the pioneers and visionaries who have helped shape esports. Hear from our 2026 Lifetime Achievement inductees as they share their stories and reflect on their contributions to the scene.

An evening of networking, celebration and great company.

TUESDAY · 17 NOVEMBER

3:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Esports Awards

The biggest night in esports is here. Join us in Miami to celebrate the players, teams, creators, personalities and organisations that have defined the past year in competitive gaming.

Recognition, entertainment and celebration with the global esports community.