Evo 2025 has come to a triumphant close, setting the stage for an exciting future in competitive gaming. Mark your calendars, as Evo 2026 will shift to June, running from the 26th to the 28th. This significant change means CEO, typically held in June, has now been rescheduled for August 14th to 16th.

Among the thrilling announcements is Evo France, expected to become Europe’s largest fighting game tournament, taking place from October 10th to 12th. Fans can also look forward to Evo Japan, slated for the first week of May 2026, and for the first time, Evo Singapore is set to debut in early 2027.

Rick Thiher, known as ‘The Hadou,’ the general manager of Evo, confirmed that the Evo awards will make their much-anticipated return in 2026. The future of the competitive fighting game community has never looked brighter!