VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026: Schedule, Format, Teams & How To Watch
VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 represents a milestone for the VCT circuit as the first global event ever hosted in LATAM. Taking place in Chile, the tournament brings top-tier international competition back to South America for the first time since VCT LOCK//IN São Paulo.
More than just a landmark location, Masters Santiago is also the first step on the road to Champions Shanghai. Here is everything you need to know about the event, including the schedule, format, qualified teams, tickets, and streaming options.
Note: We will continue updating this page as new information becomes available. For the latest developments, you can refer to our VALORANT news section.
VALORANT Masters Santiago Dates & Location
VALORANT Masters Santiago is confirmed to run from February 28 to March 15, 2026, at the Espacio Riesco in Santiago, Chile.
VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 Schedule
This table outlines the full VALORANT Masters Santiago schedule, including the match dates and start times across every stage. All times are indicated in GMT-3 (Chilean local time).
| Stage | Match Date | Match Start Time (GMT-3) |
|---|---|---|
| Swiss Stage | February 28 to March 4 | 15:00 (Weekdays) 14:00 (Weekends) |
| Playoffs | March 6–12 | |
| Upper Finals | March 13 | 14:00 |
| Lower Finals | March 14 | 18:30 |
| Grand Finals | March 15 | 18:30 |
Note: You can follow the official VALORANT Esports X account for official fixtures and updates.
VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 Format
VALORANT Masters Santiago is divided into two main stages: the Swiss Stage and Playoffs.
The Swiss Stage (February 28 to March 4) will feature a total of eight teams, comprising the 2nd- and 3rd-place teams from each regional Kickoff tournament (i.e., China, Pacific, EMEA, and the Americas). All matches are played as best-of-three series.
For seeding purposes, all second-place teams are grouped into Pool 1, while all third-place teams are grouped into Pool 2.
In Round 1, each Pool 1 team is drawn against a Pool 2 team from a different region to ensure there are no same-region matchups and to reward higher regional placements with a more favorable initial draw.
The four teams that secure two wins will advance to the Playoffs (March 6–15). They will be joined by the winners of each regional Kickoff, with the Playoffs contested under a double-elimination bracket.
The top-seeded teams will have the opportunity to pick their opponent from the Swiss Stage in the Upper Bracket Quarterfinals. All matches will be played as best-of-three series, except for those in the Lower Bracket and Grand Final, which will be played as best-of-five.
Prize Pool Distribution
The total prize pool for VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 is $1 million. The winner will take home the lion’s share of $350,000 plus 6 VCT points, which will prove pivotal to qualifying for Champions Shanghai.
Here’s how the prize money and VCT points will be distributed:
| Place | Prize Money | VCT Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | $350,000 | 6 |
| 2nd | $200,000 | 4 |
| 3rd | $125,000 | 3 |
| 4th | $75,000 | 2 |
| 5th–6th | $50,000 | 1 |
| 7th–8th | $35,000 | 0 |
| 9th–10th | $25,000 | 0 |
| 11th–12th | $15,000 | 0 |
| Total | $1,000,000 | 16 |
Teams Competing At VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026
Riot has expanded the number of teams at VALORANT Masters Santiago from eight to twelve. Each team qualified via the Kickoff of their respective regional leagues.
- TBD (from VCT 2026 China Kickoff #1)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 China Kickoff #2)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 China Kickoff #3)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 Pacific Kickoff #1)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 Pacific Kickoff #2)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 Pacific Kickoff #3)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 Americas Kickoff #1)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 Americas Kickoff #2)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 Americas Kickoff #3)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 EMEA Kickoff #1)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 EMEA Kickoff #2)
- TBD (from VCT 2026 EMEA Kickoff #3)
How To Watch VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026
Masters Santiago will be streamed live on the official VALORANT Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok channels.
Tickets
You can also purchase tickets to attend VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 in person via puntoticket. The ticket prices range from $11 to $30.
| Stage | General | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Early Stage (Weekdays) | $11 | $15 |
| Early Stage (Weekends) | $15 | $20 |
| Upper Finals | $20 | $25 |
| Lower Bracket Finals | $20 | $25 |
| Grand Finals | $25 | $30 |
FAQs
When and where will the VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 take place?
VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 will be held at the Espacio Riesco in Santiago, Chile, from February 28 to March 15, 2026.
How can I buy tickets for the VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 event live?
VALORANT Masters Santiago tickets can be purchased via the puntoticket website and cost between $11 and $30.
Where can I watch the VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 live streams online?
You can catch all the action on the VALORANT Esports official Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok channels.
Who is the number one VALORANT player?
There’s no single undisputed answer. However, some of the best VALORANT players include Vaspas (MIBR), Trent (G2 Esports), Keiko (NRG), Leaf (G2 Esports), f0rsakeN (Paper Rex), and Boaster (FNATIC).
Who won VALORANT Masters in 2025?
VALORANT Masters Bangkok saw T1 claim the title after a thrilling 3–2 win over G2 Esports. Later, Paper Rex won VALORANT Masters Toronto with a 3–1 victory against FNATIC, giving VCT Pacific its first sweep of both Masters.
References
- VALORANT Champions Tour (@ValorantEsports) on X (X)
- VALORANT (Twitch)
- VALORANT Champions Tour (YouTube)
- Valorant Esports (@valorantesports) (TikTok)
- Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 – February 28th to March 15th at Espacio Riesco (Punto Ticket)
