BlizzCon 2021 Start Time, Schedule, Leaks and Where to Watch the Stream
On 2/18/21 at 5:00 PM EST
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To ensure you don t miss a second of the festivities happening between February 19 and February 20, we ve got a full recap of the schedule and any stream links you might need to tune in to specific panels. For those who don t mind spoilers, we ve outlined a few potential leaks that might cue fans in on what to expect.
Schedule and start time - What time does BlizzCon start?
BlizzCon 2021 runs from
5 p.m. EST February 19 through 7:30 p.m. EST February 20. Streams won t be active throughout that entire duration, but that s the basic event window to be aware of. Below, we outline every event on the schedule. If you need it, you can always consult the complete official schedule for more details.
BlizzConline 2021: The Australian Schedule And Which Showcases To Watch
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BlizzCon looks a bit different this year, with coronavirus forcing a shift towards the online-only ‘BlizzConline 2021‘. Throughout this new digital event, you’ll be able to tune into a variety of showcases including deep dives into Blizzard’s games, competitions, chats with developers and more. It all kicks off on Saturday, February 20, in Australia with ‘first looks’ at new game content scheduled to open the show.
Blizzard s annual convention has undergone some changes. BlizzCon, the celebration of all things Blizzard, was bumped from its normal November slot due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. It wasn t cancelled, though, it was moved to a February date and to a fully online format. BlizzConline is now days away from airing and, on Wednesday, Blizzard posted the full schedule.
When is the BlizzConline Opening Ceremony?
The BlizzConline Opening Ceremony will begin on
Friday, February 19 at 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET. This is where Blizzard will discuss what s next for their various properties. That includes World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and more.