Valve’s Counter-Strike 2 Majors remain the most prestigious tournaments in the competitive calendar. Featuring 32 of the world’s best teams, $1,250,000 prize pools, and qualification through the Valve Regional Standings (VRS), the Majors define each season’s legacy.
Here is a focused overview of the officially confirmed CS2 Majors in 2026 and 2027.
Intel Extreme Masters Cologne 2026
Dates: June 2 – June 21, 2026
Location: Cologne, Germany
Organizer: ESL
The 2026 season begins with a return to one of Counter-Strike’s most iconic cities. Cologne has long been considered a cornerstone of top-tier competition, and its arena playoffs consistently deliver some of the most memorable moments in the game’s history.
As the first Major of the year, this event will shape early storylines, establish title contenders, and heavily influence the global rankings heading into the second half of the season. With 32 teams competing across multi-stage play before the playoffs, Cologne once again sets the competitive benchmark.
PGL Major Singapore 2026
Dates: November 25 – December 13, 2026
Location: Singapore
Organizer: PGL
Closing out 2026, Singapore hosts the year’s second Major. This marks a continued expansion of Counter-Strike’s premier events into Asia, reflecting the game’s global reach and growing competitive infrastructure in the region.
Taking place late in the season, this Major will determine the final champion of 2026. Historically, winter Majors often reward teams that peak at the right time, making Singapore a decisive stage for defining the year’s true dominant roster.
FiReLEAGUE Major Buenos Aires 2027
Dates: May 31 – June 20, 2027
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Organizer: FiReLEAGUE
The first Major of 2027 brings Counter-Strike’s biggest championship to South America. Buenos Aires hosting a Major represents a milestone for the region, which has long been home to passionate fans and competitive teams.
This event will open the 2027 season and could provide South American teams with a rare home-stage advantage at the highest level of play. At the same time, it further demonstrates Valve’s commitment to geographically diverse Major hosts.
Perfect World Shanghai Major 2027
Dates: November 22 – December 12, 2027
Location: Shanghai, China
Organizer: Perfect World
The 2027 competitive year concludes in Shanghai. China has previously hosted large-scale Counter-Strike events, and this Major reinforces the region’s importance within the global CS2 ecosystem.
As the final Major of 2027, Shanghai will crown the last champion of the season and potentially define the era’s dominant team. With the competitive level continuing to rise worldwide, this event is expected to deliver a fitting conclusion to another landmark year for Counter-Strike 2.
Across 2026 and 2027, the Major circuit highlights a clear direction: historic European venues, expansion into Southeast Asia, a breakthrough event in South America, and a return to China. Together, these tournaments reflect a fully global competitive structure and ensure that the biggest stage in Counter-Strike remains truly international.