Michelob Ultra Arena to Host 2026 CDL Championship Finals
The Call of Duty League (CDL) has officially revealed that its Championship Weekend in 2026 will take place at the Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. This marks the first time that FaZe Vegas will serve as the host for this prestigious event.
Event Location and Capacity
The Michelob Ultra Arena is situated within the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. It boasts a seating capacity which ranges from 10,000 to 12,000, depending on the venue’s configuration.
Significance of the Event
- This is the first CDL Championship hosted by FaZe Vegas.
- The arena previously hosted the CDL Championship in 2023 at the Thomas & Mack Center.
- The 2025 championships were notably held in the Waterloo Region near Toronto, Canada, marking a historic first for esports events outside the U.S.
Ticket Sales and Presale Information
FaZe Vegas is excited to announce that ticket presales for the championship weekend are now available. Fans can sign up at fazevegas.com to receive early notifications regarding presale access.
- Presale access opened at 10 AM CST.
- The public ticket sale begins at 3 PM CST.
2026 CDL Competitive Roadmap
In September 2025, CDL released its competitive roadmap for the 2026 season. Key events include:
- Major I: Dallas – hosted by Optic Texas
- Major II: DreamHack Birmingham – March 27-29
- Major III: Atlanta
- Major IV: Paris
- Championship Weekend: Las Vegas
Background on FaZe Vegas
FaZe Vegas emerged as a joint venture involving Atlanta Esports Ventures and GameSquare Holdings, which owns FaZe Esports. This brand relaunched in 2025, transitioning from its previous identity as Atlanta FaZe to its new home in Las Vegas. The rebranding signifies a fresh chapter for the organization as it prepares for a thrilling 2026 season.
