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T1 has officially confirmed two T1 Home Ground 2026 events as part of the LCK Road Show, locking in April and August dates across Incheon and Seoul. The announcement positions the organisation for its most ambitious domestic calendar yet, with regular season matches set to be staged outside LoL Park in large-scale venues.

Two T1 Home Ground Events Confirmed For 2026

The 2026 schedule is split into two separate three-day events, both hosted in major South Korean arenas.

The first Home Ground will run from April 24 to 26, 2026, at Inspire Arena in Incheon, a venue capable of seating around 15,000 fans. The second event is scheduled for August 14 to 16, 2026, at KSPO Dome in Seoul’s Olympic Park, one of the country’s most recognisable indoor arenas.

Both events will feature regular season League of Legends matches under the LCK Road Show format, allowing T1 to act as the designated home team in front of large local crowds.

Building On Previous Home Ground Success

T1’s decision to host two Home Ground events in a single year follows the strong performance of previous editions. The 2025 event at Inspire Arena reportedly attracted more than 30,000 spectators, marking a clear commercial and cultural win for the organisation.

Earlier Home Ground iterations began in 2024 at Goyang Sono Arena, before the concept expanded further during the LCK’s decentralised experiments in 2025. With two confirmed stops in 2026, T1 is now accelerating that model rather than treating it as a one-off showcase.

More Than Matches, A Full Esports Festival

Over time, T1 Home Ground has evolved beyond standard league fixtures. Previous events have blended competitive play with fan experiences, on-stage segments, and major announcements. One of the most memorable moments came in 2025, when Faker’s long-term contract extension was revealed live to the crowd.

That approach has helped frame Home Ground as a full esports festival rather than a simple home-and-away match, strengthening T1’s brand connection with its fanbase.

Ticket Revenue And Long-Term Ambitions

T1 COO Josh Woongki Ahn has previously highlighted the financial upside of the Home Ground model, revealing that past editions generated between USD $1.4 million and $2 million in ticket revenue. According to Ahn, sales performance exceeded expectations and validated the format as a sustainable revenue stream.

Looking ahead, T1 has also expressed interest in taking the Home Ground concept overseas, including ambitions to host a future event at Las Vegas’ Sphere. Longer term goals reportedly include developing a dedicated T1-owned venue to secure greater commercial independence.

Part Of A Wider Riot Games Strategy

T1’s expanded Home Ground schedule aligns with a broader push by Riot Games to regionalise live events. For 2026, the LEC will also roll out multiple Road Show stops across Europe, with local organisations hosting matches in their home markets.

Notably, T1’s April Incheon event will run on the same dates as the LEC’s first French Road Show stop, underscoring Riot’s intent to normalise large-scale, team-hosted league events throughout the competitive calendar.

More Details Still To Come

While dates and venues are now confirmed, T1 has yet to reveal the full programme for both Home Ground events. Matchups, additional content, and ticket sale details are expected to be announced closer to each event window.

With two Home Grounds locked in for 2026, T1 is signalling that large-scale home events are no longer an experiment, but a core part of its competitive and commercial strategy.