What is BlizzCon?
BlizzCon is a celebration of the Warcraft, StarCraft, and Diablo franchises and the communities that surround them. This two-day event will contain Q&A panels featuring Blizzard Entertainment developers, social events for players and developers to meet one another, and hands-on gameplay featuring your favorite Blizzard Entertainment games.
When and where is BlizzCon 2008?
The event will take place on October 10 and October 11, 2008 at the Anaheim Convention Center, located at 800 West Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92802. The hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific Time on both days (Friday and Saturday).
How much does a BlizzCon ticket cost?
Each BlizzCon ticket costs $100. Tickets are non-transferable, non-refundable, and Blizzard Entertainment reserves the right to deny admission to anyone who violates this policy.
Where can I buy BlizzCon tickets?
To attend BlizzCon, you must purchase tickets in advance through the Blizzard Store. Tickets will go on sale on August 11, 2008 and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis until they are sold out, though Blizzard Entertainment reserves the right to sell additional tickets in the future. There will be a five-ticket limit per household. Please visit the Blizzard Store on August 11 to make your purchase.
How do I receive my tickets?
Tickets and badges must be picked up at the Anaheim Convention Center; Blizzard Entertainment will NOT be mailing the badges out. To pick up your tickets, you will need to provide the credit card used to make the purchase. There are no exceptions to this.
When are ticket pickup times?
Registration and ticket pickup will be available starting Thursday, October 9, 2008 between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. and will continue throughout each day of the event.
I placed an order but did not receive confirmation. Can I check on the status?
You can check your order status through the online Blizzard Store under your Blizzard Account’s order history. Simply log in with the Blizzard Account you used to make your purchase and click My Orders. If you have further questions, please email blizzconsupport@blizzard.com to verify whether your order was placed successfully.
Can I change the credit card I wish to use after I have already ordered tickets?
No. Once the order is placed, we are unable to change the card that is going to be billed. Additional tickets can be purchased using a different credit card provided there are still tickets available. Ordering additional tickets will not negate any prior orders.
Will I be able to edit any ticket details such as attendee and associated character names after I’ve placed an order?
No. Once you have placed an order, the ticket details cannot be changed. Please review your submissions carefully before confirming your purchase.
If I wish to purchase more than five tickets can I place another order?
You may place multiple orders as long as the total number of tickets ordered does not exceed five per household. Additional orders will need to be placed by another household.
When will my credit card be charged?
Once the order request is submitted, we begin the process of billing your credit card. Please be aware that once you submit your order we are unable to cancel the request and provide a refund.
Will there be a waiting list once the tickets sell out?
No. Ticket sales are on a first-come, first-served basis, and once they’re sold out we will not be accepting additional ticket requests. If we decide to release additional tickets for sale in the future, these will also be sold on a first-come, first-served basis at the time of their release.
Who should I speak with if I have further questions about BlizzCon 2008 ticket purchases?
To contact our sales team, please send an email to blizzconsupport@blizzard.com or contact us via phone with your questions. Be sure to include specific details if you're encountering any difficulties ordering tickets.
Will each attendee who purchases a ticket receive a personalized BlizzCon badge?
We're in the process of finalizing these and other details related to BlizzCon and will be providing further updates in the weeks ahead. Please stay tuned to www.blizzcon.com for more information.
What do I get for the cost of a ticket?
Each BlizzCon ticket includes a BlizzCon badge that grants access to BlizzCon. Attendees will also get a BlizzCon goody bag containing exclusive swag. More details on the contents of the goody bag will be revealed in the weeks ahead. Please be aware that transportation and hotel accommodations are not included with the cost of any BlizzCon ticket.
Is BlizzCon open to attendees outside the United States and Canada?
Yes. International attendees will be able to purchase tickets at the same time as domestic attendees. Tickets will go on sale August 11, 2008.
What should I do about hotel accommodations and transportation?
Several hotels within walking distance of the Anaheim Convention Center have agreed to provide guest rooms at a special BlizzCon group rate. Transportation to the event will be up to you. Please check the Hotel & Travel page in the coming weeks for further information on nearby hotels and how to take advantage of the special group rate, as well as information about car rentals and shuttle buses from nearby airports.
Is there an age limit for attendees?
Some content at BlizzCon may not be suitable for children. Anyone under 13 should be accompanied by an adult. Absolutely no children under 5 will be permitted to enter. Tickets are required for all attendees, and the child ticket price is the same as the adult ticket price. Please note that no strollers will be allowed in the Anaheim Convention Center.
Who should I contact if I have a question about accommodations for people with special needs at BlizzCon?
For information on accommodations for people with special needs at the event, email blizzconsupport@blizzard.com. Please include your question and contact information in your email.
I am planning on carrying my costume and some water in a backpack to BlizzCon. Is this ok?
Any bags being brought into BlizzCon should be smaller than 20 inches x 10 inches (roughly the size of two sheets of paper side by side). Anyone with a bag larger than this may be refused entry. If you are taking part in the costume competition and require a larger bag to store your costume, please check with the ticket desk on your arrival. Blizzard Entertainment reserves the right to search any bags being brought into BlizzCon and to refuse entry if they are found to contain prohibited items (see below).
Can I bring my video camera/camcorder into the BlizzCon exhibit halls and concert arena?
Video cameras are permitted for use in the BlizzCon exhibit halls but not in the arena where the BlizzCon Finale Concert will be held. However, filming gameplay on the screens in any of the exhibits is prohibited. This does not apply to the tournament gameplay, which may be filmed.
Can I bring my iPod?
MP3 players are permitted in the BlizzCon exhibit halls. However, personal equipment may not be connected to any computer for any reason at any time.
Can I bring my computer/laptop to BlizzCon?
Desktop computers, laptops, and electronic storage devices are not allowed in the BlizzCon exhibit halls. Please leave these devices in your car, at home, or at your hotel.
I'm planning on wearing a costume to BlizzCon. Are there any items I cannot bring into the event?
Costumes may not include or otherwise utilize any edged weapons (such as knives, daggers, and swords); actual clubs, maces, or other crushing weapons; or projectile weapons of any kind, even if unloaded or nonfunctional (this includes firearms of any kind including air guns, longbows, crossbows, etc.). Acceptable costume weapon props are limited to air-filled or soft plastic melee weapons (swords, daggers, maces, clubs, etc.) and wooden staves that are not shod with metal.
Is there anything else that I can't bring?
Attendees will not be allowed to bring weapons, alcohol, fireworks, glass bottles, cans, or large containers into BlizzCon. **Any attendee found to have violated the prohibited items list may be removed from BlizzCon.**
