Esports Awards: Thunderpick
Nov 16, 2026 - Nov 18, 2026
Daily through Nov 18, 2026
Multiple event times
Competitive gaming’s players, teams and creators receive recognition at a red-carpet awards ceremony anchoring three days of esports programming across Miami and Miami Beach. Presented by Thunderpick, the 2026 Esports Awards takes place Monday, November 16 through Wednesday, November 18, with the main ceremony on Tuesday at the Adrienne Arsht Center.
The awards recognize achievements across the global esports community, from competitive performance to the games, personalities and organizations behind the industry. Tuesday’s program begins with red-carpet arrivals at 3:30 p.m., followed by the ceremony from 6–8:30 p.m. The dress code is formal black tie with a Miami Vice-inspired twist.
The full schedule includes:
- Monday, November 16, 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m. — PWR UP: A business networking program at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, bringing together industry leaders, brands, teams and other esports professionals for networking, speeches and discussions.
- Monday, November 16, 7:30–9:45 p.m. — Lifetime Achievement Mixer: An evening at Faena Theatre in Miami Beach recognizing esports pioneers, with reflections from the 2026 Lifetime Achievement inductees and opportunities for professional networking.
- Tuesday, November 17, 3:30–8:30 p.m. — Esports Awards: Red-carpet arrivals and the awards ceremony at the Adrienne Arsht Center in downtown Miami. The ceremony begins at 6 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 17, 11 p.m.–2 a.m. — Official Afterparty: A late-night gathering at LIV Nightclub in Miami Beach, continuing into Wednesday morning.
- Wednesday, November 18, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. — Esports Awards Golf Invitational: Golf, networking and friendly competition at Miami Beach Golf Club for industry leaders, partners, talent and invited guests. Breakfast is included for participants.
Access requirements vary by event.