Riot Games shared the first details of LoL Esports’ 2027 season during the League of Legends Showcase. The company updated its international event roadmap, revealed new host cities and announced a special edition of First Stand to kick off the 2027 competitive season.
According to information Oyun Günlüğü obtained from Riot Games, the 2027 season will begin with First Stand: All In, the largest tournament the company has ever produced. MSI will head to Spain for the first time, while Worlds will expand across two countries.
First Stand: All In moves to China
First Stand is getting a major expansion in 2027 with First Stand: All In, a one-time event that will bring together more teams, players and fans. The tournament will give teams from around the world more opportunities to compete on the international stage.
As part of these plans, First Stand 2027 has been moved from its previously announced location in Southeast Asia to China. Riot Games confirmed that First Stand will head to Southeast Asia in 2028. The tournament format, qualification process and other event details will be shared in January. The expanded tournament will also affect how Split 1 looks across the regional leagues.
MSI comes to Spain for the first time
MSI 2027 will take place at Feria de Valencia in Valencia, Spain, marking the event’s first visit to the country. Riot Games noted that Valencia’s rich sporting culture and passionate League of Legends community will provide an exciting new backdrop for the tournament. Dates and ticket information for MSI, which brings together top teams from the regional leagues, will be announced in the coming months.
Worlds 2027 splits between two countries
The 2027 League of Legends World Championship will be held in Japan and South Korea. Riot Games had previously announced that Worlds would return to South Korea; that plan still stands, but the tournament is now also coming to Japan for the first time. Nagoya will host the Swiss Stage, a historic first for the World Championship.
The entire Knockout Stage will be played in South Korea, where teams will battle for the Summoner’s Cup. The tournament will conclude with the Final at the brand-new Seoul Arena.
Riot Games is also exploring changes to the path to Worlds. Following the reception of this year’s Demacia Cup, the company is evaluating whether the tournament could replace the traditional Worlds Play-In Stage in 2027, potentially giving teams more best-of series in their fight for a spot at Worlds. No decisions have been finalized yet.
First Stand 2028 goes to Southeast Asia
Returning to its traditional format, First Stand will be held in Southeast Asia for the first time in 2028. The host city, venue and dates will be announced later. Regional leagues will also share details on their 2027 competitive formats and schedules soon.
