CEO 2026: Celebrating 16 Years of Fighting Game Excellence in Orlando, Florida

Mark Your Calendars: August 14-16, 2026 at the Rosen Shingle Creek

The excitement is building as the Community Effort Orlando (CEO) Fighting Game Convention returns to the Rosen Shingle Creek which was beloved by all attendees

A Legacy of Fighting Games in our biggest line up ever!

Since its inception, CEO has been one of the premier fighting game conventions in the world. Founded by Alex Jebailey, CEO has grown into a powerhouse event, attracting top players, content creators, developers, and spectators from across the globe. It has solidified itself as a cornerstone of the fighting game community (FGC), offering an unforgettable experience for those looking to compete or simply celebrate the world of fighting games.

This year, CEO will be host to 20+ Official Tournaments year, the event is shaping up to be a true festival of gaming, with tournaments spanning a variety of popular fighting games, such as Street Fighter 6, 2XKO, TEKKEN 8, Guilty Gear – Strive –, Mortal Kombat 1 , Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and many others. But beyond the tournaments, CEO 2026 will be packed with Table Top Card Game areas, Project Storm Dance Game Tournaments , vendors, talented artists and a massive Jebaileyworld Arcade Freeplay area.

Please stay tuned as we may add additional games to the line up this year!

What to Expect at CEO 2026

• Tournaments Galore: With competitions spanning every major fighting game title, CEO 2026 will offer plenty of opportunities to compete at all skill levels. Whether you’re looking to face off in the biggest games of the year or discover a hidden gem in some of our older community favored titles, CEO has something for everyone.
• Jebaileyworld 24 hour Arcade and Freeplay room: One of the FGC’s best and most memorable arcade and community experiences in the world.
• Side Events and Casual Play: Not competing? No problem! CEO always includes plenty of side events for casual players to join in on the fun. Whether it’s a fun tournament or just hanging out and playing, the energy of CEO is infectious.
• 60+ Artists and Vendors will be returning to CEO so you can take home awesome fighting game peripherals and memorabilia. 
• Indie Game Showcase featuring the latest indie games from local game developers.
• Project Storm returns!
• And much much more
  

Why You Can’t Miss CEO 2026
With its rich legacy, growing community, and unwavering commitment to the fighting game culture, CEO 2026 promises to be one of the most exciting events in the fighting game calendar. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a fan of the scene, CEO offers something for everyone. The energy and camaraderie at this event are unparalleled, making it an experience you won’t want to miss.

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of fierce competition, exciting matchups, and a celebration of the fighting game community. Be sure to mark your calendars for August 14-16 2026, and join the fun at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Florida. The countdown to CEO 2026 Begins now!

Shortcut to the Links and Info you Need:
You can find everything below on our official tournament page under ceogaming.org/ceo as well as registration through start.gg/ceo to compete at CEO 2026.

Here is the direct link to book your hotel room at the Rosen Shingle Creek with CEO’s $199 a night discounted rate.

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