TwitchCon 2026 will return to San Diego in November, bringing streamers, gamers and fans together for three days of live entertainment, competitions, workshops and community events.
The convention will be held at the San Diego Convention Centre from Friday November 13 to Sunday November 15. Twitch has released programming for all three days, with events aimed at both established viewers and people interested in gaming, livestreaming and internet culture.
What to expect at TwitchCon San Diego
Live gaming will be at the heart of the convention, with the Twitch Rivals Arena hosting competitions involving streamers. The Glitch Theater will stage the opening ceremony, headline shows and a drag showcase.
Creator Camp will offer workshops on improving livestreams and building an online audience, while Community Meetups will give fans the chance to meet creators and fellow members of the Twitch community.
The expo floor is also set to feature an Artist Alley, gaming demonstrations, sponsor activations and other interactive activities.
Announced entertainment includes a Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Dungeons & Dragons one-shot led by Critical Role, as well as a panel focused on Blade Runner 2099.
Capcom will present programming linked to Mega Man: Dual Override, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance and the 30th anniversary of Resident Evil. Roblox is due to host a community meetup and LAN takeover, while music streamers will feature in live performance and DJ-set events.
TwitchCon 2026 tickets and online viewing
Passes include one-day tickets and a three-day option bundled with entry to the party. Travel and hotel information is also being promoted for visitors coming to San Diego from elsewhere.
Ticket prices are due to rise on October 27, according to the event’s ticket information, while some ticket tiers have already sold out.
Some TwitchCon programming will be available to watch from home on Twitch. The company has announced livestreamed creator events, including an in-flight gaming tournament scheduled to take place before the convention begins, with further broadcast details expected closer to the event.
