Get Hyped for Fan Festival!

The time is approaching for us to invite our Warriors of Light to gather together in celebration of all things FINAL FANTASY XIV! The teams have been hard at work planning the show and we can't wait to share it with you all!

Set in the heart of beautiful Anaheim, the Anaheim Convention Center will host the festivities and provide an expansive space that, just like in 2023, will welcome thousands of attendees for an unforgettable celebration. This year we are creating attractions and activities that encourage attendees to enjoy themselves with friends and make new friends along the way!

Here's a brief overview of some of the excitement planned for 2026:

Main Stage

Naoki Yoshida's Keynote: Producer & Director Naoki Yoshida shares the latest details on the next step for FFXIV.
Development Panels: Join guests from the development team as they share insight into bringing the game to life.
Glamoured to Life: Cosplayers are invited to show off their amazing outfits.
Live Concerts: Settle in and enjoy a piano concert Friday evening and then rock out with our Saturday night rock concert.

There are more stage events to be announced, so stay tuned!

Activities and Experiences

This year's show is all about creating opportunities for attendees to enjoy their time together at the event, and from photo spots to group activities, there are lots of fun things planned.

Contests

We are working on several creative contests that we plan to reveal soon so be sure to keep an eye out for details on how to participate. We know everyone needs time to create their masterpiece so we'll share more details soon!

Goody Bag

Each attendee will receive a goody bag filled with fun FFXIV-themed items at check-in. We'll be revealing the goody bag and its contents in the future!

Live Stream

If you can't attend the show, worry not! You can enjoy some of our main stage events on our official YouTube and Twitch channels from the comfort of home or even your own in-person meet-ups.

Whether this will be your first Fan Festival or you’re a returning veteran, there will be something for everyone to get hyped for!

Visit the FAQ to find answers to several questions that prospective attendees may have. This website will be home for all things Fan Festival, so be sure you bookmark it and check back from time to time.