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 just announced the exciting Warcraft 30th Anniversary World Tour, featuring six conventions across the globe. Fans can look forward to securing free tickets to these events, which are set to occur every few weeks from February 22 to May 10.
In 2024, Blizzard made the strategic decision to forego BlizzCon and instead participate in other major events, including their debut at Gamescom. Additionally, they launched the first-ever Warcraft Direct, a digital showcase that unveiled a wealth of new content for World of Warcraft, Hearthstone, Warcraft Rumble, and the classic Warcraft RTS games.
As we step into 2025, Blizzard surprises fans with the Warcraft 30th Anniversary World Tour, celebrating significant milestones such as World of Warcraft's 20th anniversary, Hearthstone's 10th, and Warcraft Rumble's 1st. The tour kicks off on February 22 in London, UK, and will make stops in Seoul, South Korea; Toronto, Canada; Sydney, Australia; Sao Paulo, Brazil; before culminating in Boston, USA, on May 10, coinciding with 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 specifics about the conventions are still under wraps, Blizzard has promised live entertainment, unique activities, and opportunities to meet developers from the Warcraft franchise. These events seem geared towards creating memorable experiences rather than serving as platforms for major announcements or future game reveals, unlike BlizzCon and Warcraft Direct.
Currently, tickets for these conventions are not available for purchase. Blizzard has indicated that these will be "intimate gatherings" with free, highly limited tickets. Fans should stay tuned to their regional Warcraft channels for updates on how to obtain these coveted tickets.
As for BlizzCon 2025, it's unclear whether Blizzard plans to host the event, either in-person or digitally. According to the World of Warcraft roadmap, a late summer or early autumn BlizzCon could be an ideal setting to showcase the upcoming Midnight expansion, including the much-anticipated 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, the Warcraft 30th Anniversary World Tour promises to be a unique and thrilling experience that fans won't want to miss.
