BLAST Open Porto 2026: Attendees Guide
BLAST Open Porto 2026 moves into its decisive phase at Super Bock Arena in Porto. The event runs from August 26 to September 6, 2026, featuring 16 teams competing for a $1,100,000 prize pool in Counter-Strike 2. This guide covers the essential logistics for attendees, including entry procedures, schedule details, and venue policies.
The playoffs begin on Friday with two Quarter-Finals, followed by Semi-Finals on Saturday and the Grand Final on Sunday. Doors open daily at 13:45, with the show starting at 14:30. The first match of each day begins at 15:00, while the second match on Friday and Saturday is scheduled for 19:00. The Grand Final on Sunday starts at 15:00.
Super Bock Arena is located in the Crystal Palace Gardens, accessible via Rua de Dom Manuel II in the heart of Porto. Organizers recommend using public transport to reach the venue, as it helps avoid the time and cost associated with finding parking. For those traveling by car, the arena offers an underground parking facility with 453 spaces.
Re-entry is permitted throughout the event, allowing attendees to leave and return to the venue as needed. For those wishing to see the teams arrive, the red carpet is located at Gate 03. Arrivals are typically scheduled 90 minutes before doors open, though specific timings may vary, so checking BLAST Premier social media channels for updates is advisable.
Public Meet & Greets will not be held at the event. However, ticket holders who purchased packages including these sessions will be contacted via email with further details. Official merchandise is available for purchase at pop-up stands located within the venue.
Attendees must be aware of the bag policy and prohibited items. The following are not allowed: firearms and weapons, throwing weapons, knives or bladed weapons, bottles, cans, drums or musical instruments, glass cups or containers, umbrellas, rigid or blunt flag poles or tubes, any object that could endanger spectators, explosives, fireworks or pyrotechnic devices, food and drinks of any kind, and professional recording equipment.
All ticket holders must enter the venue via Gate 2 or Gate 6, regardless of the gate number displayed on their ticket. The gate information on the ticket is no longer applicable, but the ticket remains valid. Upon arrival, attendees should follow the signage and instructions from venue staff to ensure they enter through the correct gate. This change is intended to streamline entry and improve the overall experience for all fans attending BLAST Open Porto 2026.
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