Some important info on the official Rainbow Six Siege X esports circuit in 2026 was revealed during Six Invitational Finals. In addition to the Major locations, we discovered a new region, a Challenger Circuit, and more.
Compared to the first esports year of the revamped game R6 Six Siege X, 2026 treats us to a proper schedule of Majors. It has a Season Kickoff and two Splits for the teams to qualify for the big tournaments and the mid-season competition at the Esports World Cup 2026. The exciting final traditionally happens at Six Invitational!
While the basics of what to expect from R6 esports in 2026 were revealed back during the Munich Major, the exact dates and locations were first announced during the final matches of Six Invitational 2026.
Where and when is the first R6 Siege X Major of 2026?
The first R6 esports Major of 2026 happens in Salt Lake City, USA, from May 8 to May 17.
R6 Esports World Cup 2026, the second Major, and Six Invitational 2027
In the middle of the 2026 R6 Siege X esports season, the pro community heads to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the next Esports World Cup (EWC). This event has been integrated into the official circuit.
- The Rainbow Six Siege X EWC 2026 is from Aug. 11 to Aug. 14.
The second Major concludes Split 2. The exact dates are still a mystery, but we already know the month and the location.
- R6 Major 2 of 2026 happens in Japan in November 2026.
As for the final tournament of the year, Six Invitational 2027, it's going to be emotionally explosive. Arguably, the most passionate community in the world hosts it.
- Six Invitational 2027 is planned for February 2027, and it takes place in Brazil!
To qualify for this event, R6 esports teams should accumulate standing points throughout the year. A direct invite is available for the EWC 2026 winners.
The official circuit details
During the Six Invitational 2026 Finals, we also discovered big changes coming to R6 esports.
- A new region has been added to the global structure. Now, China has a separate official league for Rainbow Six Siege X esports, CNL.
- Challenger Series is a chance for smaller teams to make it to the top level of competition. These tournaments happen in March. Also, Ubisoft introduces a Challenger Circuit that unites all tier 2 tournaments globally.
- Season Kickoff starts the main circuit in April. It leads to the first Major.
- Stage 1 Regional Leagues are from June to July. It leads to the R6 EWC 2026.
- Stage 2 Regional Leagues are from September to October. It’s the qualification series for the second Major of 2026.
- In December 2026 and January 2027, Rainbow Six Siege teams can battle in the Last Chance Qualifier for Six Invitational 2027.
Alongside the esports announcements, Six Invitational 2026 became a place for the Rainbow Six Siege X developers to reveal their plans for the upcoming content Year 11. This panel took place right before the grand final on Feb. 15.
