BlizzCon 2026 Sets T-Pain, Simu Liu, deadmau5, YOASOBI and More Celeb Guests

Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled the star-studded guest list for its highly anticipated return to Anaheim, California this September. The storied gaming convention, which has been dormant for three years, will feature an eclectic mix of musical talent, Hollywood actors, and digital creators, signaling a major comeback for the community-focused event. Among the confirmed attendees are Grammy-winning rapper T-Pain, Marvel star Simu Liu, and electronic music pioneer deadmau5.

The two-day spectacle, slated for September 12-13 at the Anaheim Convention Center, marks several significant milestones for the company. This will be the first BlizzCon held under the Xbox umbrella, following Microsoft's monumental $75.4 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard that closed in late 2023. To celebrate this new chapter, the event will feature its first-ever esports halftime show, with the Japanese pop duo YOASOBI—known for their viral hit "Idol"—performing in the Overwatch World Cup Arena on the second day. They'll be joined by returning K-pop favorites LE SSERAFIM, who previously graced the BlizzCon stage in 2023, as the weekend's closing act.

Beyond the musical lineup, the event promises a wealth of interactive experiences for attendees. T-Pain, whose 2008 track "Buy U a Drank" dominated charts worldwide, will provide commentary during the Overwatch World Cup finals, while Simu Liu—who shot to global fame as the lead in 2021's "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings"—will compete in the Blizzard Classic Cup's StarCraft II exhibition match. Deadmau5, the Canadian producer whose iconic mouse helmet has become synonymous with electronic dance music, will join a "Diablo"-focused developer panel to discuss the franchise's future direction.

Content creators will also have a prominent presence, with gaming influencer Duke Dennis participating in "World of Warcraft" community engagements across the weekend. Khleo Thomas, who transitioned from acting in the 2003 film "Holes" to a successful streaming career, will serve as the official "BlizzCon Insider," capturing behind-the-scenes moments for fans unable to attend in person. While BlizzCon passes have already sold out, organizers note that tickets may surface on the Tixr resale platform, and all major panels, competitions, and the opening ceremony will be available through free livestreams worldwide.