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A Massive Start To The VCT 2026 Season
VALORANT fans are in for a huge start to the VCT 2026 calendar, with Riot Games confirming full ticket details for VALORANT Masters Santiago. The first global event of the new season will run from 28 February to 15 March, bringing together twelve of the world’s top teams as they fight for Championship Points and a crucial step toward Champions Shanghai.

The tournament takes over Espacio Riesco in Santiago, Chile, a venue expected to pack out with thousands of supporters ready for match days, live activities, and plenty of surprises.

Ticket Sales Open On 10 December

Fans will not have to wait long. Riot has confirmed that general ticket sales open on Wednesday, 10 December at 12pm CLST, or 7am PT, through PuntoTicket.

Tickets for all stages will be available globally, and there is a strict limit of four tickets per checkout. Anyone planning to use a VPN or private browsing tools should be careful, as the system may automatically flag suspicious activity as bot behaviour.

PuntoTicket page: puntoticket.com/valorant

Early Stage Ticket Prices

The Early Stage of Masters Santiago spans five weekday shows and five weekend shows, each with reserved seating and general admission options.

Weekdays
Dates: 3–4 March, 9–10 March
Reserved Seating (Platea Numerada): 13,640 CLP (USD $15)
General Admission (Platea General): 9,999 CLP (USD $11)

Weekends
Dates: 28 February, 1 March, 6–8 March
Reserved Seating: 18,180 CLP (USD $20)
General Admission: 13,640 CLP (USD $15)

Finals Stage Ticket Prices

The Finals Stage covers the Upper Final, Lower Semis, Lower Bracket Final, and the Grand Final.

Upper Finals, Lower Semis, Lower Bracket Final
Dates: 13–14 March
Reserved Seating: 22,725 CLP (USD $25)
General Admission: 18,180 CLP (USD $20)

Grand Finals
Date: 15 March
Reserved Seating: 27,275 CLP (USD $30)
General Admission: 22,725 CLP (USD $25)

What Every Ticket Includes

Regardless of which ticket tier you choose, Riot has confirmed a range of benefits for all attendees.

Zona de Comunidad
A newly revamped community area with activities, booths, and surprises available before, during, and after the show.

La Galería
Standing zones on both sides of the stage, offering the closest possible view of players during walkouts, matches, and championship celebrations.

El Foro
A fan-facing press area where you can watch player interviews and even try your luck for selfies or autographs.

Riot notes that Espacio Riesco’s capacity will exceed the amount of stage-side seating, but there will be plenty of room throughout the venue to enjoy matches comfortably with your group.

Daily Schedule And Event Times

The Masters Santiago programme follows a consistent timetable, with slightly earlier openings during weekend show days.

Doors Open
Weekdays: 1.30pm
Weekends (including final Friday): 12pm

Pre Show
Weekdays: 2.30pm
Weekends: 1.30pm

Match Start
Weekdays: 3pm
Weekends: 2pm

Activations Closing Time
Two Bo3 series: Half time of Match 2, Map 2
Bo5 series: 6.30pm (may close earlier depending on match results)

Venue Rules And Important Policies

Espacio Riesco will enforce several safety and conduct rules for all attendees.

Entry & Bag Policies
No re-entry is allowed.
Bags must fit under your seat and be no larger than 38cm x 38cm x 25cm.
Large luggage, strollers, prams, and oversized items are not permitted.

Food & Drink
Venue food and beverages will be available. Outside food is not allowed.

Age Restrictions
Anyone under 16 must attend with an adult aged 18 or older.

Prohibited Items
Laser pens, fireworks, bottles, large flags, poles, noisemakers, drones, laptops, and any object considered unsafe by local police or event security.
Signs and banners must be 60cm x 60cm or smaller, event-related, and not obstruct views.

Camera Policy

Professional cameras, tripods, monopods, flash, and any form of professional audio or video recording are banned unless approved by organisers. Unauthorized livestreaming is strictly prohibited.

Cosplay Rules

Cosplay is welcomed but comes with several restrictions to keep the event safe.

Costumes must:
• Leave your face clearly visible
• Fit within size limits (1.2m wide, 1.8m long, 2.4m tall)
• Allow you to sit without blocking others’ view
• Avoid sharp, metal, wooden, or heavy prop weapons
• Use only foam or light plastic replicas for prop firearms
• Avoid smoke, liquids, loud devices, or hazardous accessories

All final decisions rest with Riot, local police, and event security.

A Live Broadcast Event

Masters Santiago will be broadcast globally. Attending the event means you consent to your image being used for broadcast, marketing, or promotional purposes across Riot’s platforms.

What To Expect At Masters Santiago

Masters Santiago marks the first global showdown of the VCT 2026 season, with twelve teams qualifying through Stage 1 of their respective regional leagues. They will battle for Championship Points and a chance to move one step closer to Champions Shanghai later in the year.

Fans can expect a packed venue, world-class production, team walkouts, and an atmosphere that showcases the passion of the VALORANT community in Chile.