Venue & Registration
DreamHack Atlanta 2026 will be held in Hall C of the Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Festival & Badge Pickup Hours
Check below for the festival opening hours and badge pickup times. When picking up your badge, please have your ticket QR code from Tixr ready to scan. This can be on your phone or printed. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and a parental or guardian waiver must be signed when collecting your tickets for anyone under the age of 18.
CDL Attendees
If you are 16 you must present a signed minor attendance permission form. (no parental accompaniment required.) If you are of ages 13 to 15 you may attend with a parental/guardian accompaniment AND a signed minor attendance permission form If you are under 13, you are not permitted to attend the CDL Major portion of the event.
Friday: 10 AM – 10PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 10PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Friday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Thursday: 4 PM – 8PM
Friday: 8 AM – 8PM
Saturday: 8 AM – 8PM
Sunday: 8 AM – 5PM
- Festival Opening Hours
- Friday: 10 AM – 10PM
- Saturday: 10 AM – 10PM
- Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Expo Hours
- Friday: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Registration Hours
- Thursday: 4 PM – 8PM
- Friday: 8 AM – 8PM
- Saturday: 8 AM – 8PM
- Sunday: 8 AM – 5PM
Good to know
Festival Map
Navigate the ultimate gaming experience with the official festival map. Find tournaments, merch, creators, and more on the show floor.
Festival Schedule
Each day is packed with gaming, finals, and fan experiences, making it the ultimate festival for gamers and creators alike.
Event Rules
Before attending the festival, be sure to visit this page to familiarise yourself with the official DreamHack rules and guidelines.
Food Options
There are plenty of tasty food and drink options around DreamHack Atlanta, including vegetarian and breakfast choices.
DreamHack App
Plan your DreamHack trip like a pro. Track tournaments, cosplay, quests, friends, and more with your ultimate event power-up app!
Travel
By Car
The Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) is centrally located in Atlanta, making it easily accessible from several major cities in the Southeast. Whether you’re driving in from nearby states or taking a road trip, the following driving times and directions can help you plan your visit.
From Montgomery, AL: 4 hours 30 minutes
Directions from Montgomery, AL to GWCCFrom Jacksonville, FL: 5 hours 10 minutes
Directions from Jacksonville, FL to GWCCFrom Charleston, SC: 5 hours 20 minutes
Directions from Charleston, SC to GWCCFrom Nashville, TN: 4 hours 40 minutes
Directions from Nashville, TN to GWCC- From Charlotte, NC: 4 hours 30 minutes
Directions from Charlotte, NC to GWCC
Parking
The Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) offers over 6,500 parking spaces across its campus, including multiple parking decks and lots such as the Yellow Lot, Red Deck, and Orange Deck. Rates vary depending on the location. Cashless payment options are available, and you can pre-purchase parking for added convenience.
Additional parking is also available nearby the venue. For more details on pricing, payment methods, and available spots, be sure to visit the GWCCA Parking website.
By Plane
The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, located just a 20-minute drive from the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC), is the closest airport to the venue. Conveniently, the airport also features a MARTA station between the North and South baggage claim areas—see “Travel by MARTA” for details on GWCC stops.
Rideshare & Taxi Options:
Uber/Lyft: Convenient ride-sharing apps are available for direct transport from the airport to the GWCC.
Taxis: Traditional taxis are also readily available for travel to the GWCC.
Upon arrival, pick up your bags at either the South or North Baggage Claim areas. To access the rideshare pickup zone, head to the lower level of North Baggage Claim and follow signs to the designated rideshare area.
For drop-offs at Building C or Mercedes-Benz Stadium, request “Zone 1” in your rideshare app for the most convenient location.
MARTA
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is Atlanta’s main public transit system, offering bus and rail service throughout the city. A $2.50 fare covers one-way trips, including transfers.
The Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) is easily accessible via three MARTA stations:
Centennial Olympic Park event: Use GWCC/CNN Station (W-1) or Peachtree Center Station (N-1), with a short 6-block walk.
GWCC Buildings A & B event: GWCC/CNN Station (W-1) is the most convenient.
GWCC Building C event: Access via GWCC/CNN Station (W-1) or Vine City Station (W-2), both within walking distance.
For travelers arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, MARTA’s rail station is located near baggage claim, offering a quick and affordable route to downtown Atlanta. For more details, visit itsmarta.com.
Esports
DreamHack Atlanta showcases a series of premier esports tournaments, with a total prize pool exceeding $1 million across all competitions.
COD:WRS
Call of Duty®: Warzone Resurgence Series returns to Atlanta, Georgia as a part of DreamHack Atlanta, from May 16 – 17 at the Georgia World Congress Center.
CDL Major III
Call of Duty is heading to Atlanta for CDL Major III, a Pro-Am event featuring all 12 CDL Franchise Teams and 4 of the best Challengers rosters!
DreamHack Open ft. Halo
Along with the Halo Infinite 4v4 main event onsite, expect multiple Open tournaments featuring Pros and Amateurs alike at DreamHack Atlanta along with pre-event online activity! With $100,000 in prizing for all events, who will take the biggest share?
IEM Atlanta
For the first time, IEM will make its appearance in Atlanta, Georgia this Month. The Counter-Strike action will feature 16 of the world’s best teams competing live on stage. Don’t miss your chance and get your tickets now to secure your spot, as North American Counter-Strike heads to a new home – Atlanta.
Road to EWC: ATLANTA
After an electrifying stop in Birmingham, the Road to EWC arrives in Atlanta, bringing high stakes qualifiers across Street Fighter 6, TEKKEN 8, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and Chess. Shaping the next wave of champions heading to the Esports World Cup 2026.
Collegiate Invitational
The DreamHack Collegiate Invitational, run by Georgia Tech, brings college esports to the festival floor with students leading the charge both on and off the stage.
Special Guests
Featured guests include Dwight Howard, Lana Rae, and Yaya Han, bringing an exciting mix of sports, cosplay, and entertainment talent to the event.
You can also look forward to special appearances from members of hololive production, including Gigi Murin, Hakos Baelz, IRyS, Mori Calliope, and Nerissa Ravencroft.
Over 500 Creators
The Creator Hub is your front-row seat to creator culture at DreamHack Atlanta. Meet creators you follow, catch live moments as they happen, and be part of the crowd when something unexpected pops off. If you’re here for creators, vibes, and moments worth posting, this is where you’ll end up.
DreamHack Quest
DreamHack Quest is an interactive way to experience the festival, turning your DreamHack weekend into a live, playable adventure. Whether you’re here to explore everything or to climb the leaderboard, Quest adds a whole new layer to the DreamHack experience.
Indie Playground
At DreamHack, we love to celebrate all parts of gaming. Part of that is discovering new amazing games and celebrating the creative work that pushes the industry forward. Check out our Indie Playground and get ready to have fun!
