How to buy 2018 NA LCS Summer Finals tickets
TL;DR:
- 2018 NA LCS Summer Finals tickets go on sale on July 9 at 10:00 AM PT via Ticketmaster.
- During Finals weekend, NA LCS Countdown will begin at 1:30 PM PT and champ select at 2:00 PM PT on Sept 8-9.
We’re excited to head to NorCal for the 2018 NA LCS Summer Finals at Oracle Arena in Oakland, CA on September 8-9. Here’s everything you need to know to purchase tickets for Summer Finals:
Tickets
When do tickets go on sale?
Tickets go on sale on Monday, July 9 at 10:00 AM PT via Ticketmaster.
If you want to bookmark them, here’s the event ticketing links:
How many tickets can I buy?
There is a max limit of 5 tickets per day or 5 bundles.
What are the price tiers?
The below prices are single day tickets and include applicable fees:
Saturday:
- Tier 1: $45
- Tier 2: $30
- Tier 3: $20
Sunday:
- Tier 1: $60
- Tier 2: $40
- Tier 3: $25
The below prices are weekend ticket bundles:
- Tier 1: $94.50
- Tier 2: $63.00
- Tier 3: $40.50
Here’s a breakdown of the tiers in the arena:
- Tier 1 is closest to the stage and the first 4-5 rows of the Lower Bowl
- Tier 2 is the higher remaining rows in the Lower Bowl
- Tier 3 is located in the Upper Bowl
Unfortunately, there are no floor seats available for sale; the limited supply is retained for the participating teams and their guests.
What will the prices be after fees?
Prices can vary based on the individual buyer as you may need to pay local taxes but the prices listed above include applicable fees.
Do I have to create an account to buy tickets?
Yes, Ticketmaster requires an account to purchase tickets. To save time, we recommend that you sign-up and create an account before ticket sales go live.
Please make sure to use your preferred email address to get updates about the event.
Will there be a queue/waiting page for tickets?
If the event is in high enough demand, Ticketmaster will use a queue system. Keep in mind that being in the queue does not guarantee that you’ll get tickets.
Why are you using Ticketmaster again instead of another ticketing service?
Ticketmaster is the exclusive ticketing agent of events taking place at Oracle Arena, as they are for the majority of sports venues around the country.
What about tickets for the rest of Playoffs and NA Regional Qualifiers?
Tickets will go on sale on July 16. We’ll release more information after Rift Rivals on July 11.
Event Details
Where is NA Summer Finals being held?
When is it?
- September 8 (Third Place Match)
- September 9 (Finals)
What time does it all start?
- Outdoor activations @ 11AM PT
- Doors @ 1PM PT
- NA LCS Countdown @ 1:30 PM PT
- Game 1 Champ Select @ 2:00 PM PT
Broadcast will begin after the EU LCS Finals but no earlier than 2:00 PM PT on both September 8-9.
Who is playing?
The top four teams from 2018 NA LCS Summer Playoffs
What are the stakes?
Worlds 2018, Championship title, Championship Points, and prize money are on the line.
The following championship points are up for grabs in Summer Split:
- 1st Place: Advances to Worlds 2018
- 2nd Place: 90 points
- 3rd Place: 70 points
- 4th Place: 40 points
- 5th-6th Place: 20 points
- 7th-10th Place: 0 points
The NA LCS team that wins Summer Split will automatically advance to Worlds 2018 in South Korea. Championship Points directly qualify NA's 2nd seed at Worlds 2018 and determine seeding for the Regional Qualifier that crowns NA's 3rd seed at Worlds 2018.
Current Championship Points:
Based on the conclusion of Spring Split, the below NA LCS teams have the following Championship Points allocations:
- Team Liquid (TL) - 90 points
- 100 Thieves (100) - 70 points
- Echo Fox (FOX) - 50 points
- Clutch Gaming (CG) - 30 points
- Cloud9 (C9) - 10 points
- TSM (TSM) - 10 points
The 7th-10th place teams from Spring Split do not earn any Championship Points.
Will there be merch?
Yes, we’ll share more information about what we’re bringing on-site closer to the event.
Will there be other on-site activities before the games?
We'll definitely have activations for fans to participate in, but we're still working on the finer details of what those will be. We’ll release the details via email and post a field guide on Lolesports with everything you need to know about Summer Finals weekend closer to the show.
Can I bring a backpack or bag?
Only 14"x14"x6" and smaller bags will be admitted into Oracle Arena. Bags, backpacks, luggage and like articles are prohibited from the Arena. Oracle Arena will provide a bag check for the event, however there will be a $10 fee per item.
All guests will be subject to search, at venue’s discretion, of their person and/or possessions (including small bags that can fit under your seat may be allowed entry after such search).
What items can't I bring with me to Summer Finals?
Outside food and drink, video cameras, professional cameras with detachable lenses, selfie sticks, and more are just a few of the items not allowed inside the Oracle Arena. Please review the Prohibited Items and Permitted Items list carefully to ensure you are not bringing any prohibited items to Summer Finals.
If I leave, can I re-enter?
Re-entry is not available at the Oracle Arena.
How do I get there? Is there parking?
Check out Oracle Arena’s Plan Your Visit section for more information on transportation.
Cosplay
What if I want to cosplay?
While we encourage cosplay at our esports events, all cosplayers are subject to search and inspection.
2018 NA LCS Summer Finals Cosplay Rules:
- All final decisions on costumes entering the facility shall be at the sole discretion of the Oakland Police Department, Riot, event security, and/or Oracle Arena staff.
- Your costume must be not be wider than 4 feet across, longer than 6 feet, or taller than 8 feet. Additionally, you must be able to easily maneuver your costume over stairs or ramps unassisted. You must be able to fit through the walkthrough metal detectors, which are 2’4” wide and 6’9” tall. You must comply if asked to remove any mask, or other items if deemed necessary, by security.
- You must also be able to sit in your seat while wearing your costume without obstructing the view of those around you. There is a no re-entry policy so if you leave to take off your costume, you will not be able to return to the venue.
- You must have unobstructed vision at all times (i.e., must not need to remove a piece of your costume in order to see).
- Armor cannot be made of any metal materials or pose a threat to others by way of sharpened edges, spikes, or bladed surfaces.
- If you bring a prop for your cosplay that resembles any type of weapon, you may be forced to check it. Oracle does not allow imitations of weapons of any kind.
- All prop firearms are prohibited by Oracle Arena.
- All prop bow-type weapons are prohibited by Oracle Arena.
- All prop swords or imitations of bladed weapons are prohibited by Oracle Arena.
- All prop staffs or poles are prohibited by Oracle Arena.
- You may not include liquids, gels, air horns or other substances which could cause a mess or make loud noises in your cosplay. (This will be at the discretion of Oakland Police Department, Riot, Event Security, and/or Oracle Arena staff).
- You may not use smoke effects, fire, explosives, or any other environmental hazard in any capacity.
- You may pose with a prop in a brandishing manner, so long as no reasonable person would interpret for anything other than dramatic effect. Local police, event staff, or management may stop you at their sole discretion.
- As a final note, everyone attending the NA LCS Summer Finals weekend will need to have a ticket in order to enter the event.
If you have any additional cosplay questions, reach out to RiotSwimbananas on Twitter or Instagram.
If you're traveling to Oakland, check out the NA LCS Summer Finals hotel portal for discount room rates on properties near the venue.
You won’t want to miss any of the action when the NA LCS is live from Oracle Arena during Summer Finals. Any additional questions about the event not covered above or in the venue’s A-Z Guide? Comment below or email us at [email protected].
