ESL and BLAST, the premier organizers of Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) tournaments, have unveiled their tournament schedules for 2025 well in advance, reflecting significant changes brought about by Valve's new regulations. Valve's adjustments aim to create a more equitable competitive environment by eliminating direct invites and partnered leagues, thereby emphasizing qualifier-based events and a centralized ranking system.

 

BLAST CS2 Tournament Dates 2025:

  1. January 13th to January 26th, 2025 (14 Days)
  2. March 17th to March 30th, 2025 (14 Days)
  3. April 28th to May 4th, 2025 (7 Days)
  4. August 4th to August 17th, 2025 (14 Days)
  5. August 25th to September 7th, 2025 (14 Days)
  6. November 10th to November 16th, 2025 (7 Days)

BLAST's schedule encompasses 70 days across six tournaments, adhering to an updated seasonal split format.

 

ESL CS2 Tournament Dates 2025:

  1. January 29th to February 9th, 2025 (12 Days)
  2. February 25th to March 16th, 2025 (20 Days)
  3. April 21st to April 27th, 2025 (7 Days)
  4. May 19th to May 25th, 2025 (7 Days)
  5. July 23rd to August 3rd, 2025 (12 Days)
  6. August 20th to August 24th, 2025 (5 Days)
  7. September 23rd to October 12th, 2025 (20 Days)
  8. November 3rd to November 9th, 2025 (7 Days)

ESL's schedule spans 90 days across eight tournaments, following a revised seasonal split format.

 

ESL CS2 Tournament Dates 2025

 

Major CS2 Tournament Dates in 2025:

  1. June 9th to June 22nd, 2025: First Major (14 Days)
  2. December 1st to December 14th, 2025: Second Major (14 Days)

The Majors will consume 28 days in total, with organizers to be announced at a later date.

 

Overall Impact

Together, ESL and BLAST will occupy 160 days of the competitive calendar. Including the Majors, all CS2 tournaments will encompass 188 days, leaving little room for third-party events without scheduling conflicts.

 

Further details regarding tournament specifics such as names, formats, prize pools, and more will be disclosed as 2024 progresses. The comprehensive early announcement of tournament dates underscores ESL and BLAST's commitment to transparency and planning in the evolving landscape of CS2 esports.