Gaming enthusiasts are gearing up for an exciting summer. Garena has announced the Summer Festival 2026, a two-day event that combines high-level competition with the theme “Connect, Compete, Celebrate.” This festival is expected to energize the local gaming community while showcasing regional esports talent.
Garena will host “Hotspot Attacks,” on-ground activations aimed at building excitement and engaging players. It’s a chance for players to connect with the community in person rather than just sit in front of the screens. The main festival, happening May 23-24 at Manila’s SMX Aura Convention Center. It will feature creator show matches, interactive booths and exclusive merchandise. The festival isn’t just about tournaments.
Garena Elite Philippines (GEP) 2026 is the country’s first live LAN event featuring both multiplayer and battle royale formats. It offers a $40,000 prize pool and will crown national champions on May 23. The Garena Summer Invitational (GSI) 2026 brings together 14 top teams from across Southeast Asia to compete for $60,000. Mobile tournament in the Philippines, helping regional players gain cross-border experience while giving local fans a front-row seat to high-stakes action.
Players can earn up to 3,500 COD® Points from March 30 to May 10 by completing missions and linking the virtual and offline festival experiences. The two-day festival is free to attend, letting fans enjoy live esports. They can meet creators and take part in activities and giveaways, including limited-edition Summer Festival merchandise.
Garena is creating a model for how gaming can connect players and celebrate the growing esports ecosystem in Southeast Asia. Combining high-stakes tournaments, fan experiences, and community activations is central to this festival. Summer Festival 2026 is a full-scale celebration of esports culture in the Philippines, not just another gaming event.
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