Tickets for IEM Cologne 2024 are live! Wave 1 ended on the 2nd of November and all premium tickets for the event have now been sold out. Wave 3 tickets are currently live, offering both 1-day and 3-day options. So pick up yours while you can and come to experience the legendary Cathedral of Counter-Strike!
Wave 1 - September 28th 15:00 CEST - ENDED
Wave 2 - Novermber 2nd 15:00 CET - ENDED
Wave 3 - January 15th 15:00 CET - LIVE
Single ticket = 1299€ | If you buy 5 to 10 tickets, you will receive your own lounge at a price of 1299€ per person
Single ticket = 1299€ | If you buy 5 to 10 tickets, you will receive your own lounge at a price of 1299€ per person
Single ticket = 1299€ | If you buy 5 to 10 tickets, you will receive your own lounge at a price of 1299€ per person
Ticket Swap is a platform where you can safely resell & buy your tickets from other fans. Whether your plans have changed and you can no longer make it to the event or you have been late to the party and did not get your tickets in time - Ticket Swap is the place to go. Ticket Swap is our only official partner for secondary market ticket transactions, so be sure to check it out for any ticket opportunities closer to the event.
Times for early check-in (PLUS & PREMIUM only) & ESL Shop early access (open to public): Thursday 15:00 - 19:00
Friday, 16.08.2024 | ||
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9:00 | ESL Shop opens | |
12:00 | Outdoors Area opens | |
13:00 | Lanxess outer doors open | |
13:30 | Inside Arena doors open | |
15:30 | Opening Ceremony | |
15:45 | Quarterfinal #1 | BO3 |
19:00 | Quarterfinal #2 | BO3 |
20:30
| Outdoor area closes |
Saturday, 17.08.2024 | ||
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10:00 | ESL Shop opens | |
12:00 | Outdoors Area opens | |
13:00 | Lanxess outer doors open | |
13:30 | Inside Arena doors open | |
15:30 | Opening Ceremony | |
15:45 | Semifinal #1 | BO3 |
19:00 | Semifinal #2 | BO3 |
20:30
| Outdoor area closes |
Sunday, 18.08.2024 | ||
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10:00 | ESL Shop opens | |
12:00 | Outdoors Area opens | |
13:00 | Lanxess outer doors open | |
13:30 | Inside Arena doors open | |
14:30 | Showmatch | |
16:45 | Opening Ceremony | |
17:00 | Grand Final | BO5 |
20:30
| Outdoor area closes |
Placement | Prize Money |
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Total | $1,000,000 |
1st | $400,000 + qualifies for IEM Katowice 2024 and BLAST Premier World Final 2024 |
2nd | $180,000 |
3rd-4th | $80,000 |
5th-6th | $40,000 |
7th-8th | $24,000 |
9th-12th | $16,000 |
13th-16th | $10,000 |
17th-20th | $4,500 |
21st-24th | $2,500 |
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IEM Katowice 2024 Winner
IEM Chengdu 2024 Winner
ESL Pro League Season 19 Winner
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Culminating in the heart of Cologne, the Cathedral of Counter-Strike has become a temple for history making. The event's significance lies in its long-lasting traditions and ability to consistently deliver iconic and memorable moments. With determination to run every year since 2014, IEM Cologne has been the hallowed ground for three CS:GO Majors, bringing together the greatest players and thousands of passionate fans to share and celebrate their love for the game.
The Lanxess Arena has become a venue well known for its roaring crowds and electrifying atmosphere. Up to this day, IEM Cologne remains a beloved event, serving as a showcase of the game's longevity, enduring competitive spirit and the ever evolving world of eSports.
Here you can find our wallpapers and some fantastic photography from previous IEM Cologne tournaments.
You can also download full resolution wallpapers from the folder below!
Yes, the 2024 event will be the first IEM Cologne played on Counter-Strike 2!
Please note that the minimum age to attend this event is 16.
It is not possible to attend the event if you are below the age of 16.
You can find additional accessibility information on the website of the Lanxess Arena: https://www.lanxess-arena.de/besucherinfos/barrierefreiheit
Q: Can I bring my plus 1 for free?
A: ESL provides free tickets for your plus 1, when you are not able to attend the event without a person who takes care of you/accompanies you.
Examples: When you are (partially) deaf and need to bring your own interpreter with you; or when you need a person to assist you with your medical devices, wheelchair, etc. Please contact us via ticketing@eslgaming.com to request plus 1 extra ticket please.
No, tickets are non-refundable.
We strongly advise you to only buy tickets directly via our shop. We cannot guarantee that a ticket you bought from a third party (for example on a marketplace) will be valid for this event.
Yes, there will be a variety of food & beverage options available in the arena.
Please only bring small personal belongings. Anything larger than an A4 document will not be allowed.
It is explictly not allowed to bring:
We appreciate that fans want to create an unforgettable atmosphere in the venue.
However, if you want to bring any instrument, flag or banner, please contact us via ticketing@eslgaming.com so we can register you for the event. Otherwise, you will not be allowed. to bring any of these items into the arena.
The exact event schedule might be a work in progress at this point.
The schedule will likely be roughly similar to the 2023 event. In 2023, we had the following opening hours:
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Prize Money | |
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Total | $1,000,000 |
1st | $400,000 |
2nd | $180,000 |
3rd-4th | $80,000 |
5th-6th | $40,000 |
7th-8th | $24,000 |
9th-12th | $16,000 |
13th-16th | $10,000 |
17th-20th | $4,500 |
21st-24th | $2,500 |
Times for early check-in (PLUS & PREMIUM only) & ESL Shop early access (open to public):
Thursday 15:00 - 19:00
Quarter Finals | Time CEST |
---|---|
ESL Shop opens | 9:00 |
Outdoors Area opens | 12:00 |
Lanxess outer doors open | 13:00 |
Inside Arena doors open | 13:30 |
Opening ceremony | 15:30 |
Quarter Final #1 | 15:45 |
Quarter Final #2 | 19:00 |
Outdoor Area closes | 20:30 |
Semi Finals | Time CEST |
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ESL Shop opens | 10:00 |
Outdoor Area opens | 12:00 |
Lanxess outer doors open | 13:00 |
Inside Arena doors open | 13:30 |
Opening ceremony | 15:30 |
Semi Final #1 | 15:45 |
Semi Final #2 | 19:00 |
Outdoor Area closes | 20:30 |
Grand Final | Time CEST |
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ESL Shop opens | 10:00 |
Outdoor Area opens | 12:00 |
Lanxess outer doors open | 13:00 |
Inside Arena doors open | 13:30 |
Showmatch | 14:30 |
Opening ceremony | 16:45 |
Grand Final | 17:00 |
Outdoor Area closes | 20:30 |
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