• August 14-16
  • Rosen Shingle Creek - Orlando, FL

CEO 2026 Returns to the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando, FL on August 14-16!

CEO Fighting Game Championships returns to the luxurious Rosen Shingle Creek for our 16th Annual Fighting Game Convention open to fans around the world. From our 24 hour JebaileyWorld Arcade to Developer Pro Tour stops, CEO has something for all ages to enjoy while spending a weekend at one of the  largest resorts just minutes away from all the theme parks Orlando has to offer.

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CEO 2026 has started!

CEO Gaming 2026
Aug 14–16

CEO2026 Schedule
The Venue

Ceo 2026 Takes Place At The Rosen Shingle Creek In Orlando!​

Located just minutes from Orlando’s theme parks, the resort offers everything you need to make the most of your CEO experience including 10+ dining and late night options, luxurious amenities and spacious accommodations. With over 1,000 rooms available, this is our biggest hosting hotel to date for the FGC to celebrate together.

Whether you’re competing, spectating, or simply enjoying a vacation filled weekend with the fighting game community, CEO 2026 at Rosen Shingle Creek ensures an unforgettable experience.  Click below for reservations and travel information.

What is CEO?

  • 6,000+

    Attendees
  • 50+

    Countries
  • 30+

    Tournaments
  • 200,000 sq ft

    Venue space

Community Effort Orlando, better known as CEO, is one of the premier fighting game tournaments in the world. Players from all over the world gather to compete in their favorite games, celebrate the fighting game community, and experience the electric atmosphere of esports. CEO is more than a competition — it’s a celebration of skill, passion and community.

After a wildly successful return to Orlando in 2025 with over 6000+ attendees from over 50 countries, CEO 2026 looks to be our biggest and best experience yet with over 200,000 sq ft of venue space featuring 30+ Tournaments, 100+ Arcade Machines, 50+ Vendors, Karaoke and much much more!

Activities

Artist Alley

CEO 2026 Features over 50 new and returning talented artists showcasing their love for fighting games.

Indie Games

Check out our CEO 2026 featured developers and the games they’re bringing, then cast your vote for Best in Show!

Partner & Vendors

We’re grateful to the amazing organizations and brands supporting CEO 2026 and helping us make CEO 2026 bigger and better.

JebaileyWorld 24 Hour Arcade

Dive into JebaileyWorld, a dynamic showcase of the community’s heart and soul. 

Cosplay

The cosplay contest at CEO 2026 celebrates the convergence of cosplay and fighting games.

TCG Room

From our game experts to our knowledgeable buyers, we’re here to introduce you to the world of TCGs

Tournaments

Compete in our fully staffed, professionally run events, featuring experienced tournament organizers

Community Tournaments

Apply to run your own side event is still open! Space is limited so apply now!

Event Schedule

Starting Thursday August 13th

Badge pickup will be available from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM in front of the Gatlin Main Ballroom On Thursday; please bring a photo ID to collect your badge. You can also pick up your badges on event days throughout the weekend, and on-site spectator sales will begin Thursday. A more in-depth player schedule will be released shortly after tournament registration closes in August.

Event Day 1

Friday August 14th

  • 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Badge Pickup
  • 10:00 AM until Midnight Doors Open
  • 12:00 PM Official Tournaments Begin
    Sign Up
    12:00 PM
  • 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Artist Alley & Vendor Hours
  • 10:00 AM until Sunday 8:00 PM JebaileyWorld Arcade and Community Events Room
Event Day 2

Saturday August 15th

  • 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Badge Pickup
  • 9:00 AM until Midnight Doors Open. Tournaments may begin as early as 10am Saturday
  • 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Artist Alley & Vendor Hours
Event Day 3

Sunday August 16th

  • 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Badge Pickup
  • 9:00 AM – 10 pm or when Our Final Game concludes Doors Open
  • 7:00 PM Gaming Stations will begin to be removed in Main Hall
    7:00 PM
  • 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Artist Alley & Vendor Hours
  • 8:00 PM JebaileyWorld Arcade and Community Events Room will be closed

Participate

Whether you are applying to join our artist alley, help with tournament brackets, or commentate on one of our broadcasts you’ll find our applications below. CEO Continues to Grow with your passion and support.

Artist Alley

Come showcase your talent and sell your artwork celebrating fighting games.

Run Brackets

Help us run our tournament brackets to create a smooth experience for players.

Commentate

Lend your voice to one of CEO’s many broadcasts showcasing the best in fighting games.

Host a Side Event

Host one of our many Community Side tournaments inside of JebaileyWorld.

Media & Influencers

Want to Cover CEO 2026 and share your experience with your community?

Partners & Vendors

Showcase commercial products with a booth or digitally through one of our many packages.

Co-Stream

To co-stream CEO 2026, you must be in good standing, follow platform rules, and have no bans in the past 12 months.

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