Esport competition guide

Mario Kart World at Mondial de l’Auto 2026: tournament and free play, the schedule

Mario Kart World makes its way to the Mondial de l'Auto at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Free play, qualifiers on October 14 and the final on October 16: here are the dates for players and spectators.

Theodasium 2026 Esports and Gaming Festival — free admission at the Palais Omnisports in Thiais (94)

Theodasium, a free festival devoted to video games and esports, takes over the Palais Omnisports de Thiais (Val-de-Marne) on the weekend of October 17–18, 2026. Expect tournaments, family-friendly activities, VR experiences, and tech demonstrations for two days of competition and discovery. Read all about the schedule below.

The Lobby in Suresnes: an e-sports weekend featuring Smash Bros., Tekken 8 and EA Sports FC 26

The Lobby brings together three esports tournaments, free play, and room for up to 288 players at the Campanile PRIME in Suresnes, on October 10-11, 2026. Smash Bros. Ultimate, Tekken 8, and EA Sports FC 26 headline the lineup.

LEC Road Trip 2026: Karmine Corp head to the Adidas Arena in Paris — what you need to know

The LEC Roadtrip 2026 from Karmine Corp lands at the Adidas Arena in Paris, July 24–26, to kick off the summer split of the European League of Legends Championship. Over three days, KC will take on Team Vitality, Movistar KOI, and G2 Esports in front of a Parisian crowd, with the first game scheduled each day at 4:30 p.m.

Esports World Cup 2026: Getting there, transport options and practical info at Porte de Versailles

Paris will host the Esports World Cup 2026 from July 6 to August 23, 2026, at the Parc des Expositions at Porte de Versailles for the international video game competitions. Getting there, getting around... We’ve got all the details to help you plan your visit!

Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris: 100,000 tickets already sold, the schedule

The Esports World Cup 2026 is in full swing at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, running through August 23, 2026. At Wednesday’s July 8 press conference, organizers announced that 100,000 tickets have already been sold for this inaugural edition outside Saudi Arabia. Here’s a look at what to expect in the coming weeks.

Ground Control Cup: FC 26's esports tournament ahead of the 2026 World Cup's third-place playoff at Ground Control

Controller in hand, eyes fixed on the match: the Ground Control Cup brings together a FC 26 tournament, free-to-play games, and the 2026 World Cup on the big screen at Ground Control in Paris’s 12th arrondissement, on July 18, 2026.

Communale Cup: video games, football and the World Cup at La Communale Saint-Ouen

La Communale Cup is the tournament that brings together football video gaming, a freeplay area, and live screenings of the 2026 World Cup matches at La Communale Saint-Ouen on June 26, 2026. From 5 to 9 p.m., players, esports enthusiasts and supporters are set to gather for an evening that blends competition with sports broadcasts.

Clichy Gaming: a free day to play, discover, and talk about video games

Clichy Gaming is back at the Camille Muffat Center in Clichy with a free day devoted to video games, tournaments, and family activities, on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Registration is mandatory to participate in the event and the competitions.

Rocket League Championship Series 2026: the flagship eSports event lands in Paris

The 2026 Rocket League Championship Series lands in Paris for five days of fierce eSports action, with the world’s top teams ready to battle it out on Rocket League, from May 20 to 24, 2026. The highlight of the event, the RLCS 2026 finals, will light up Paris La Défense Arena from May 22 to 24, in a public-facing format produced by BLAST, blending showmanship, suspense, and high-stakes competitive spectacle.

This eSports tennis tournament is making a comeback in Paris during Roland Garros.

At Roland-Garros in Paris, the French Tennis Federation is hosting the Finals of the Roland-Garros eSeries, an international eTennis competition. The tournament features live matches in front of an audience and is streamed live on France TV’s digital platform. Open qualifiers took place from March 5 to April 7 on mobile devices, leading up to the grand finale scheduled for May 23, 2026. Inspired by the iconic clay court tournament, this eSports tennis event brings together players from around the world competing for a spot among the eight finalists and a share of a €5,000 prize pool.

2XKO in Paris: a major international country-by-country tournament announced at Salle Wagram

La Salle Wagram in Paris will host an international team-based tournament on 2XKO, Riot Games' 2v2 fighting game, featuring eight duos from around the world on May 16, 2026. France will be represented by M8 Wawa and Solary Yasha, in an event also broadcast on the Twitch channels of RZA and TPK.

95 Kings of Fields 2026 in Eaubonne: A Hybrid Sports and Esports Event

The 95 Kings of Fields 2026, a major esports and sports tournament in Île-de-France, is set to take place at Athletica Eaubonne from May 29 to 31, 2026. The event will bring together competitors, schools, and spectators for three days of hybrid competitions and gaming festivities. Attendees can look forward to tournaments featuring League of Legends, EA Sports FC26, Teamfight Tactics, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Kart World, as well as innovative formats like Football x EA FC26 and Basketball x NBA2K26. With a prize pool of €28,000 and free visitor passes, this esports event just a short 20-minute drive from Paris promises plenty of excitement for fans and newcomers alike.

Six Invitational 2026 in Paris: The World Championship of Rainbow Six Siege

Six Invitational 2026: The Rainbow Six Siege World Championship is heading to Paris, taking place at the Arena Porte de la Chapelle from February 13 to 15, 2026. This major event will bring together the top international teams competing in Ubisoft's tactical FPS. As a flagship of the global esports scene, the tournament promises intense battles at the highest level and a vibrant atmosphere for the Rainbow Six community.

This free citizen eSports tournament in Hauts-de-Seine aims to reshape perceptions of gaming

Brave the World 2, an eSports event in Suresnes (Hauts-de-Seine) organized by Resonanc’E-Sport in partnership with the City of Suresnes, will take place at the Gymnase du Belvédère on February 21 and 22, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event features a major Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament, official chess competitions, and a dedicated space promoting responsible digital practices. Free and open to youths, families, and educators, this citizen-focused eSports gathering in Île-de-France combines competition, education, and awareness-raising about digital citizenship.

Games Day in Chennevières-sur-Marne: Free Video Game Tournaments and Live Activities

The Games Day at Chennevières-sur-Marne is making a comeback to the Jean Moulin Municipal Space for a new edition on Saturday, February 7th, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. This free video game event features a mix of retro and modern titles, competitive gaming tournaments, activities for all ages, and fun-filled entertainment, creating a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.

Teamfight Tactics Open Series 2025: Esports Competition Takes Over Porte de Versailles

The TFT Open Series 2025 is making its debut at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from December 12 to 14, 2025. This major esports tournament for Teamfight Tactics, organized by Riot Games, brings together both professional and amateur players to compete in the popular auto-battler strategy game. An esports event in Paris not to be missed, full of exciting new features and exclusive surprises.

Immerse yourself in e-sports in Suresnes with tournaments and games for everyone.

Video games, e-sports tournaments, and digital workshops are coming to Suresnes with a free event open to all. Organized by the City and Resonanc'E-Sport at the Salle du Belvédère, this family afternoon will feature Mario Kart, Smash Bros, and responsible digital technology on Saturday, November 22, 2025.

Valorant Champions Tour 2025: we went to see the eSport competition at Évry-Courcouronnes

The Valorant Champions Tour 2025, the major esport event for Riot Games' tactical shooter Valorant, is coming to the Paris region. From September 12 to 29, the Arènes de l'Agora in Évry-Courcouronnes will host the group and elimination phases, before the semi-finals and grand final at the Accor Arena in Paris from October 3 to 5. A not-to-be-missed international competition for fans of esports, global tournaments and the Valorant FPS.

Asnières Gaming 2025: eSport and gaming take center stage at Asnières-sur-Seine

The 2025 edition of Asnières Gaming awaits you on October 5 at the Espace Concorde-Francis Delage for a day dedicated to tournaments and freeplay video games.