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The Finals Experience at LA Live

Riot·10/14/2016, 5:57:03 PM·1 votes·52,144 views

On October 29, the two best teams in the world will meet inside STAPLES Center for a final showdown to determine the 2016 League of Legends World Champion. To commemorate and set the stage for the main event, we’re taking over the adjacent LA Live entertainment complex for a two-day celebration of the League community and the game that brings us all together. And best of all, we’re streaming the whole damn thing so players around the world can tune in and enjoy the pre-Finals experience - look for a link in the League client and join us for the show!

League Festival at Worlds: Oct. 28, 5-10 PM [SOLD OUT]

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We’ll kick things off on the eve of Finals with the League Festival at Worlds. Spread throughout LA Live, you’ll find iconic League experiences like Steve Wang’s famous League statues (Lucian, Katarina, Ziggs, Tryndamere, and Ryze), a fully stocked Merch store, and the Riftwalk. As seen at NA Summer Finals and previous Worlds stops, the Riftwalk is an immersive, interactive journey through League’s history, celebrating the game’s evolution, beloved creators, and the community that’s made it all possible. The Riftwalk will feature cosplay by Spiral Cats, Kenny Cosplay Stuff, LittleJem Cosplay, KrookedKev, Junkers Cosplay, Androoly, Nadyasonika, and CFStudios. And fear not (or do!) - the 13-foot Thresh sky-puppet is making the trip and will be roaming both the Riftwalk and the festival grounds.

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On the main stage, we’ve got a whole night of features lined up for both attendees and viewers. We’ll lead the way with PrimeTime League Live, in which your favorite hosts will introduce the rest of the night’s lineup, including:

  • The All-Mid All Star Deathmatch, featuring Voyboy, Jessica Nigri, Nicki Taylor, DJ Reckful, Jimmy Wong, Spiral Cats, & more…
  • The #Worlds Art Wall - submit your photos via Instagram and help build a live community mosaic crowdsourced from players around the world!
  • Champions Live: A Cosplay Celebration, hosted by /AllChat hosts Jessica Nigri and Jimmy Wong, as well as Riot artist Shannon “RiotPhoenix” Berke, and featuring more than 20 League cosplayers from around the world. Expect a cosplay show like no other, with host commentary, accompanying musical and visual effects, and themed groupings including Star Guardian and Arcade!
  • A special edition of Worlds Tonight, in which a panel of shoutcasters and analysts will give their take on the road to Finals and the championship match-up for the Summoner's Cup.

And a few other surprises….

Finally, we’ll cap the night off in epic fashion with the Music of League of Legends Live Concert. A wide variety of artists backed by the Hollywood Chamber Orchestra will take both attendees and viewers on a tour through the many genres of League music, including champion and faction themes, music videos, and esports favorites. Throughout, all your favorite tunes will be accompanied by kickass lighting and visuals to truly immerse you in the experience.

  • October 28, doors open at 5 PM, show starts at 6 PM, closes at 10 PM.
  • Keep an eye on the Facebook event for any last minute updates.
  • Stream 6-10 PM in the LoL client and at Lolesports.com

UPDATE: An important note on what to do first when you get to LA Live - prior to entering the Festival, you'll need to walk over to the JW Marriott (900 W Olympic Blvd) to get your ticket scanned and pick up a wristband. You MUST have this wristband to get into the Festival and the Riftwalk. You can drop by the JW anytime 3-9 PM to get your wristband. There will also be signs throughout LA Live directing you to the right locations. 

Pre-Finals Festival: Oct. 29, 10 AM-2 PM 

On the day of Finals, we’ll open LA Live early for Finals ticket holders to get their own taste of the festival experience. Show up early and check out the Riftwalk, signings & photo ops with guest cosplayers, Steve Wang’s League statues, and more before heading into STAPLES Center for the match itself.

  • October 29, doors open at 10 AM, close at 2 PM. STAPLES Center doors open at 2 PM.
  • Open to Finals ticket holders only - entry will be limited by capacity so show up early!

 

World Championship Viewing Party: Oct. 29, 2:30-10 PM [SOLD OUT]

 

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Once Finals ticket holders head inside, we’ll open up LA Live for the World Championship Viewing Party. Join us just outside the main event for interviews with your favorite esports and community figures as well as the World Championship Pregame Show, followed by a simulcast viewing of the epic best-of-five series for the Summoner’s Cup. In between games, you can check out a variety of other experiences throughout LA Live, including the Riftwalk, a 13' Thresh sky puppet, and Steve Wang’s famous League statues. We’ll also have swag throws and our house band will be performing during breaks.

After the Summoner's Cup is hoisted, stick around as we celebrate the new world champions with musical performances on the viewing party stage.

  • October 29, doors open at 2:30 PM, simulcast starts at 4 PM, closes at 10 PM.
  • Keep an eye on the Facebook event for any last minute updates.

UPDATE: An important note on what to do first when you get to LA Live - prior to entering the Viewing Party, you'll need to walk over to the nearby JW Marriott (900 W Olympic Blvd) to get your ticket scanned and pick up a wristband. You MUST have this wristband to get into the Viewing Party and the Riftwalk. You can drop by the JW anytime 9 AM - 9 PM to get your wristband. There will also be signs throughout LA Live directing you to the right locations.

Make sure to check out Lolesports.com for any other Worlds info you may need and stay updated on all the latest action. We can’t wait to see you in LA or share the experience with you via stream as we celebrate the League community and crown the 2016 World Champions!

 

47 Comments

Stevebeave10/15/2016, 8:09:11 AM2 votes

I remember reading that the Riftwalk was also going to be held in NYC during the Semifinals, and I was wondering if you guys had any more information in regards to that. http://www.lolesports.com/en_US/articles/worlds-2016-semifinals-tickets "The Riftwalk will be in New York on October 21-22 at Penn Plaza Pavilion across the street from Semifinals at Madison Square Garden. We’ll share more information on how to get your Riftwalk tickets in the coming weeks." Is this still expected to happen, and how do we get our tickets for it?

catgrill10/14/2016, 8:15:46 PM2 votes

I paid 20 bucks per ticket. Now its 5??

GrumblyWarrior10/14/2016, 6:51:35 PM2 votes

Why does Comikaze have to start the same time the same night...

xX One JJ Xx10/14/2016, 9:01:05 PM1 votes

Do I have to buy a ticket to the Pre-Finals Festival if I'm a Ticket holder for the Final ?

youll b marced10/14/2016, 9:18:39 PM1 votes

I dont unerstand. If i want to see voyboy, and i am going to worlds finals, do i need to go to the one on the 28th? Is there going to be anything i miss if i go to the one on the 29th?

sparkedfire10/14/2016, 11:45:43 PM1 votes

Will there be food & drink available for purchase at LA Live, or do we need to eat before we get there?

Thrusted10/15/2016, 9:41:54 PM1 votes

Surprised and disappointed that Riot is continuing to use Axis(a horrendous website that has no redeeming qualities) to sell tickets for anything even after the whole fiasco with world finals tickets. Honestly what is the deal with a service charge that almost costs as much as the ticket.

Poro Abuse10/16/2016, 12:24:35 AM1 votes

I personally got screwed by the AXS ticket system and had to buy finals tickets VIA stubhub, do I need to purchase these tickets for the festival on the 28th also or are these stubhub tickets still valid for this event just like any other AXS finals ticket?

Phos10/16/2016, 3:12:23 AM1 votes

Will the merch store be fully stocked on the day of the finals as well?

Happy Police10/16/2016, 7:14:20 AM1 votes

Hey I know you guys don't always look at this but I think itd be really amazing to have a VR stream for worlds set up like they did in LCK its actually not too much equipment. Pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaassssssssssssssssssseeeeeeeeeeeee

Deadlygrateful10/16/2016, 6:01:00 PM1 votes

Do I need to purchase tickets for the league festival on the 28th in advance or will there be opportunity to purchase at door?

Davìd10/16/2016, 9:21:41 PM1 votes

So if we already have tickets for the Finals, we don't have to worry about purchasing tickets for the festival? Will it be the same experience at the Pre-Finals festival compared to the League Festival the day before?

J Î Ñ X 10/17/2016, 8:59:32 AM1 votes

[slayer-jinx-catface] hi

Grosse chatte10/17/2016, 3:15:51 PM1 votes

Bronze player reading but cries thats me A fuking Janna main

Atteggiamento10/17/2016, 8:42:08 PM1 votes

Will the Rift walk be on the 28th and 29th for LA live??

Madliv10/17/2016, 9:22:17 PM1 votes

yay, another quality crowd, that will boo anything, can't wait.

box combo10/18/2016, 12:06:20 AM1 votes

Will there be more tickets? I missed it and now they are sold out :(

cliaer10/18/2016, 6:09:23 AM1 votes

What exactly is the simulcast at the World Championship Viewing Party on Oct. 29? Is it in addition to the actual Worlds stream?

Deep Fried Garen10/18/2016, 8:26:40 PM1 votes

Is there any way I can still purchase tickets for the league festival ??

TERR0RBR10/19/2016, 5:49:42 PM1 votes

ITS MY BDAY !!! Where i can receive my free ticket? With my ID ?

FrozenDarkness10/21/2016, 6:11:36 PM1 votes

Quick Question, If we are only attending the Viewing party because we couldnt get tickets for Worlds, where would we be parking?

Oppai Zoe r3410/21/2016, 10:41:00 PM1 votes

Will the merch store be available for those only attending the viewing party?

WashedUpSupport10/14/2016, 6:24:50 PM1 votes

Why did I have to pay $20 per ticket on Tuesday for the league festival if it says $10 here....

Better Nerf Mew10/25/2016, 8:13:33 PM1 votes

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Bonnié10/14/2016, 6:39:56 PM1 votes

Chances that I have to wait in a long line to get into the Pre-Finals Festival?

a lowercase t10/14/2016, 6:59:54 PM1 votes

Why didn't I buy a ticket :( I want to go so badly I regret not buying it ;-; That sounds sooooo incredible. @WashedUpSupport, you're lucky to even attend ;-;-;-;-;