From 26 to 28 June 2026, Paris La Défense Arena hosts one of the largest esports events ever held in Europe. Organised by Gentle Mates, the Call Of Duty League Major IV will bring the world’s best teams to Paris for three days of spectacular competition, player meet-and-greets and fan experiences. Here is everything you need to know to plan your visit to Paris La Défense Arena.
26, 27 & 28 JUNE 2026
- 11:00 AM: Challenger doors open
- 12:30 PM: General public doors open
- 2:00 PM: Matches begin
Remember to check your times and journey on the Île-de-France Mobilités app.
BEWARE OF EXTREME HEAT
- Do not arrive too early to avoid heat-related illness and prolonged sun exposure.
- Hat and sunscreen strongly recommended.
- Water bottles up to 1L are permitted.
- If you witness someone feeling unwell, notify the nearest security agent.
26, 27 & 28 June 2026
- You can get to Paris La Défense Arena by public transport, bike or car.
- We recommend using public transport whenever possible!
- Doors will not open before 12:30 PM — we advise you not to arrive too early to avoid a long wait outside.
- Print your e-ticket or make sure your phone has enough battery to display it on screen.
The colour shown on your ticket (yellow, red or purple) is a guide to help you navigate the venue, but it does not indicate a mandatory entry point at the security checkpoints. You can head directly to the entrances listed below:
26, 27 & 28 June 2026
- Floor access via Entrance 33;
- Level 1 access via Entrances 5, 34 & 60;
- Level 4 access via Entrances 8 & 56 (closed on 26 June);
- Boxes and lounges access via Entrances 21 & 39;
- Challenger access via Entrance 12;
- Access for people with disabilities and reduced mobility via Entrance 38.
Venue map:
A medical certificate or proof of disability and a valid ID are required. All information on accessibility and assistance for people with disabilities is available by clicking here!
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
We strongly recommend travelling to the event by public transport. For full information, visit the Île-de-France Mobilités website or download their app on iOS and Android:
- Metro: Line 1, stop La Défense
- RER A: stop La Défense – Grande Arche or Nanterre Préfecture
- RER E: stop Nanterre-La-Folie
- Tram: T2, stop La Défense
- TER: La Défense station
Find all travel information on the directions page here!
TAXIS AND RIDE-HAILING
Taxi and ride-hailing pick-up and drop-off points are available around Paris La Défense Arena.
Drop-off and pick-up points are located at 2095 boulevard de la Défense, at the foot of Maison Georges.
CYCLING
Paris La Défense Arena is accessible by bike. The cycle parking area is located on the Nanterre side, on Place Nelson Mandela. Please note that no security staff are assigned to this area. We recommend using public transport, which is very convenient.
ARRIVING BY CAR
- From Versailles: take exit 35 – Chatou / Rueil 2000, then follow signs towards La Défense via the D991 then D913. Follow the signs once on the Boulevard Circulaire de la Défense.
- From Saint-Denis: take exit 2 – Colombes / Bezons / La Garenne Colombes, then follow La Garenne Colombes via the D992, then La Défense.
- Drop-off and pick-up points are located at 2095 boulevard de la Défense, at the foot of Maison Georges.
It is forbidden to bring into Paris La Défense Arena any dangerous or unlawful item, any bulky object, any item that could be used as a projectile or that poses a risk to spectators, visitors or artists, or any item that could be misused for malicious purposes. The following are prohibited:
- All containers and receptacles,
- Bags other than shoulder bags; bags exceeding this size will not be accepted in the cloakroom,
- Helmets and any face-covering mask,
- Alcoholic beverages,
- Any wheeled object,
- Cameras and video cameras without prior authorisation are prohibited and will be placed in the cloakroom,
- Coats are not accepted in the cloakroom.
- Perfumes are STRICTLY prohibited inside the venue and in the cloakroom. Any perfume brought on the day of the event, whether detected during security screening or left at the cloakroom, will be refused and discarded.
Only prohibited non-dangerous items are accepted in the cloakroom. Items larger than 50cm x 20cm x 40cm (40L) will not be accepted in the cloakroom or on site.
We strongly recommend purchasing your tickets exclusively from authorised retailers (Ticketmaster, Carrefour Spectacle, the Paris La Défense Arena website, etc.). The illegal resale of tickets through certain online platforms has increased, causing harm to audiences, artists and event professionals. Risks include inflated prices, counterfeit tickets and duplicate tickets sold multiple times — all of which may result in being denied entry to the event.
In France, the law of 12 March 2012 prohibits the resale of event tickets without the authorisation of the event producer.
Holders of disability and priority cards benefit from a dedicated access lane upon arrival at the venue. Visitors with reduced mobility will enter via Entrance 38 for the Lower Bowl and Entrance 56 for the Upper Bowl, upon presentation of a medical certificate or proof of disability and a valid ID.
If you are arriving from the car park, you may enter via Entrance 5. Do not hesitate to ask our welcome staff for assistance upon arrival. Visitors must carry their card with them at all times when attending an event at Paris La Défense Arena.
A drop-off and pick-up point is available in front of Maison Georges at the following address: 2095 Bd de la Défense, 92000 Nanterre. For more information, click here!
Paris La Défense Arena provides free Wi-Fi access. As soon as you arrive, connect to the “ParisLaDefArena_Public” network to share your experience. Connecting is simple:
- Connect to the free Wi-Fi network “ParisLaDefArena_Public”.
- Open a web page to be automatically redirected to the portal.
- Enter your email address and accept the terms of use.
A wide range of food and drink options is available both inside and outside the venue, with a varied selection of products to suit all tastes: cold, hot, sweet and savoury.
LES COMPTOIRS GOURMANDS
At the heart of Paris La Défense Arena, our TOPIVO food counters are ready to serve you. Everything is freshly prepared on site using carefully selected quality ingredients: homemade fries, toasted bread, freshly rolled sandwiches, grilled steaks, assembled hot dogs, freshly made pizzas — and above all, a team that loves its customers! Discover all the specialities at the food counters here.
View the full allergen list for our products here.
- I am under 16 — can I attend the event?
Yes, but only if accompanied by an adult.
- Can I bring my baby to the event?
Every person, regardless of age (including infants), must be in possession of a valid ticket.
- Can I leave my coat at the cloakroom?
No. There is no cloakroom and coats will not be accepted in the bag storage area.
- I may be running a bit late — will I still be able to enter the venue?
No need to worry — doors remain open throughout the entire event.
To make your journey home as smooth as possible, here are a few tips to help you avoid traffic and congestion:
- If you are travelling by public transport:
- Towards Paris: head to La Défense station (Line 1 / RER A)
- Other directions: head to La Défense station for Lines L & Tram 2
- If you are travelling towards Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Cergy or Poissy, go to Nanterre Préfecture station and take the RER A.
- If you are travelling by car, we recommend following signs for the A86 to head towards Paris or the suburbs.
Drop-off and pick-up points are located at 2095 boulevard de la Défense, opposite Maison Georges.
We hope you have a safe journey home.
