Las Vegas could host CS2 Major 2028
Las Vegas could soon become the backdrop for one of the biggest esports events of 2028. According to Alan Snel (LVSportsBiz.com), the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is set to vote on a deal with BLAST that could designate the city as the host for the second CS2 Major of 2028.
The proposed agreement involves $2 million to bring two BLAST events to the city in 2028. The Major is currently scheduled to take place from November 20 to December 10. Additionally, BLAST would hold the rights to host another esports event during the summer of 2028. If approved, this would mark the first CS2 Major in the United States since the BLAST.tv Austin Major in June 2025.
The deal offers more than just tournament hosting; it aims to provide significant economic and promotional benefits for the city. The LVCVA agenda highlights global digital and broadcast marketing assets to showcase Las Vegas to an international audience, alongside hospitality and ticket allocations. The proposal estimates that the two tournaments could generate 130,000 hotel room nights.
Hosting a Major would represent a significant step up for Las Vegas in the tier-1 scene. While the city has hosted local LAN events, its most notable previous major event was Dreamhack Masters 2017, which struggled with low spectator attendance. A successful bid would also signal a shift in the Major circuit's geography, following upcoming events in Singapore, Buenos Aires, and Shanghai.
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