CB2026 Badges

Join Us May 22-24, 2026

Registration types

Pricing and Access

All Registration/Badge Types includes:

CB2026 badge with art by Andres Blanco
CB2026 lanyard with art by SECHOR
Collectible Program Guide
Access to venue spaces
First come, first served seating at stages
Access to the free play arcade
Access to Artist Alley and vendors
Participation in event activities

3-Day Competitor

Competitor Badges grant access to CB2026 official tournaments.

$115 | $125 | $135

Single Day Passes

Single day passes can be purchased on-site at the event from the registration desk.

$55

3-Day Spectator

Spectator badges grant access to the CB2026 venue.

$90 | $100 | $110

Special Passes

Children 12 and under get in free with a paid adult badge holder. Seniors 60 and older receive a discounted rate (25% off) on-site.

Complimentary

All badge prices above listed in Early, Standard, Late tiers. Price increase windows listed below
All badges subject to additional Schaumburg and Cook County amusement taxes, as well as platform and processing fees

ADD-ONS

Badge UPGRADES & Bonuses

Premium Custom Name Badge

Get a personalized and upgraded CB2026 collectible!
Upgraded Badge includes:

• Your name printed on your Badge
• Premium printing and badge material
• Custom badges feature artwork from Andres Blanco

Commemorative Merch

Pre-Order Commemorative CB2026 items!

Options include:
• T-Shirt
• Hoodie

Both feature artwork by Andres Blanco

Price Increase Dates

REG Early TO SAVE CASH

EARLY BIRD: Begins Dec 30, 2026 and ends Feb 8, 2026

STANDARD: Begins Feb 2, 2026 and ends April 18, 2026

LATE: Begins April 19, 2026 and ends May 1, 2026

*Badge Upgrades only available during Early and Standard Reg

Experience The Hype

With 3 Full Days in Chicagoland, Illinois, USA
over Memorial Day Weekend 2026!

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Tournament Registration Deadline

All tournament competitors must register before the close of Late Registration on May 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM CT. On-site Spectator Badges will be purchasable starting Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 2 PM CT. There is no on-site Competitor registration for CB2026 tournaments.

Individual Registration:

All attendees must register and purchase their badge individually on start.gg/cb2026. Parents looking to register Competitors under the age of 13, or groups looking to purchase Spectator badges in bulk, should email COMBO BREAKER directly.

Limited Capacity:

CB2026 attendance is capped at 8,500 attendees.

Travel and Lodging Recommendations:

We recommend flying into O’Hare International Airport. COMBO BREAKER does not have any travel partners or flight discounts available. Please book with your preferred airline. Discounted room blocks at variety of hotels near our venue are available.
Please review them here.

First Come, First Served Seating:

CB2026’s tournament finals and special exhibitions are hosted across 13 presentation stages. Seating for these stages is first-come, first-served. If you have special ADA requirements please email us at least 3 weeks prior to the event and we will support as best able.

Tournament Info:

Questions about tournament format, pool’s schedule, player eligibility, prizing distribution, controllers, and more can be found on the Tournament’s Page.

Other Info

Badge Faq

Frequently asked questions about badge types, registration, and more,

Is a Badge required to enter CB2026?

All attendees require a badge to enter CB2026 event spaces. You must have your physical badge to enter CB2026. Your receipt from start.gg alone will not grant entry.

How do I get a Badge?

Badges can be purchased in advance by registering on start.gg/cb2026. Badges can also be purchased on-site at the event from the Registration Desk. All Competitor badges must be purchased via start.gg before May 1, 2026!

Does pricing include local taxes and fees?

Listed Badge prices do not include local taxes or platform fees. Purchased Badges will be subject to Amusement Taxes from the City of Schaumburg and Cook County, as well as processing fees from Stripe/PayPal and start.gg during registration.

Where can I pick up my Badge?

Badges can be picked up from the Registration Desk in front of the Schaumburg Ballroom at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center. You will need a valid photo ID to pick up your badge.

Badge pick-up opens on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6 PM CT. Final Registration Desk hours will be posted by May 1, 2025.

Can I get a badge mailed to me?

No. Badges for CB2026 must be picked up on-site at the Registration Desk.

What is the refund policy?

Badge refunds are offered until the close of CB2025’s Standard Registration on April 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM CT. After this date, all registrations are non-refundable. Please note that taxes and transaction fees cannot be refunded.

If I need medical accommodations, who do I contact?

If you need special accommodations please contact [email protected] to request assistance.

I lost my Badge! What do I do?

Visit the Registration Desk to get a replacement badge. There will be a fee to replace a lost Badge.

Can I purchase badges on-site?

Yes! Spectator Badges and day passes can be purchased on-site at the Registration Desk.

Which Badge do I need to enter ALL IN TOGETHER?

Both Competitor and Spectator Badges allow entry into ALL IN TOGETHER Community hosted tournaments at CB2026.

I have additional questions! Who do I ask?

Please contact [email protected] with Event and Tournament questions.

Important legal info

Badges cannot be reproduced or upgraded and are non-transferable. The unauthorized resale or attempted resale of Badges is prohibited and will constitute a forfeiture of the Badge without compensation. Each Badge must be used by the same person for each day of CB2026 and is subject to the Terms of Service listed on this website. CB2026’s operating hours, schedule, activities, and event features are subject to change or cancellation without notice. All activities, show features, and presentations are subject to availability and access is not guaranteed.

By purchasing a Badge for CB2026, you agree to release and hold harmless Combo Breaker LLC, and all directors, employees, agents, affiliates, partners, and sponsors (collectively “COMBO BREAKER”) from all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind of nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from attending CB2026. You also agree to hold COMBO BREAKER entirely free from any liability, including financial responsibility, for any injuries or sickness incurred at or from attending CB2026, regardless of whether injuries or sickness are caused by negligence.

You acknowledge the risks of attending a gaming convention, including participating in potentially strenuous or dangerous activities, and being exposed to flashing lights and loud music. You affirm that you are participating voluntarily, and that you understand health risks may be present. Additionally, you affirm that you do not have any conditions that will increase your likelihood of experiencing injuries while engaging in any and all activities at the convention. You agree to make every effort to obey safety precautions as listed in writing and as explained verbally, and that you will ask for clarification when needed. Additionally, you specifically acknowledge that you have assumed a risk of injury or harm in attending the convention and release COMBO BREAKER from all liability for injury, illness, death, or property damage resulting from attending and participating.

By picking up your badge, you forfeit all right to bring a suit against COMBO BREAKER for any reason. In return, you will be able to participate in all COMBO BREAKER activities, and be granted access to the event spaces and amenities of the host venue.

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