The anticipation is building as the annual Dota 2 world championship draws near.
For those planning to witness one of the biggest esports events of the year, it’s time to mark your calendars and find out when you can get The International 2023 tickets.
TI12 will take place in Seattle, Washington, and the tournament will feature the best Dota 2 teams in the world competing for the prestigious Aegis of Champions.
Here’s all you need to know about the ticket sales and event schedule.
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TI12’s event date details
The International 2023 adopts a new format this year, so make sure you check all the phases of the event if you’re looking to attend TI12.
The tournament has been split into two distinct phases spread across three weekends.
The Road to the International is the first phase, which will include the group stage and playoffs. The Group Stage will occur from October 12 to 15, while the playoffs will be on October 20 to 22.
The International is the second phase and the climax of the tournament. The remaining teams at the event will compete from October 27 to 29.
Fans can purchase Playoffs and The International tickets to watch the matches live.
The International 2023 tickets sales start dates
Tickets for the first phase will be available on Monday, August 28, at 10 a.m. PT | 5 p.m. GMT | Tuesday, August 29, at 1 a.m. GMT.
Tickets for the second phase will be available on Friday, August 25, at 10 a.m. PT | 5 p.m. GMT | Saturday, August 26, at 1 a.m. GMT.
Attendees who bind their Steam account to their pass will also be granted one Treasure of the Crimson Witness 2023. Those who have tickets to attend the second phase will get chances to win more in-game Dota 2 items throughout the event.
| PHASE | DATES | ARENA |
| The Road to the International (group stage and playoffs) | October 20 to 22 | Seattle Convention Center’s Summit Building |
| The International | October 27 to 29 | Climate Pledge Arena |
The International 2023 tickets and their prices
Tickets for the Seattle Convention Center’s Summit Building will be sold individually for each of the three days of the playoffs, and they will be priced at US$99, plus additional fees per ticket.
Tickets for the Climate Pledge Arena will be sold as a three-day pass for the entire second phase, priced at US$699, plus additional fees per pass.
Where to buy TI12 tickets
Dota 2 fans can purchase their tickets on the Ticketmaster website.
- Log in to your Ticketmaster account.
- Visit the TI12 ticket page on Ticketmaster.
- Pick the phases or specific dates you want to attend.
- Click “Checkout” to proceed with payment.
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