EVO France 2026 in Nice: Practical Guide to Planning Your Stay

When and where does EVO France 2026 take place in Nice?

EVO France 2026 takes place on Friday 9, Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October 2026 at the Palais des Expositions de Nice, located on Parvis de l’Europe.

The Evolution Championship Series, better known as Evo, is one of the major international events dedicated to fighting games. Its events bring together experienced players, new competitors and the Fighting Game Community through open tournaments.

Following its first French edition in Nice in 2025, EVO France returns to the Côte d’Azur for a second edition in 2026.

Registration is available on the official Evo website. Timings and the different competition stages may be updated as the event approaches, so the official website remains the reference for planning each day.

Which games are on the EVO France 2026 programme?

Eight fighting games are officially announced for the 2026 edition in Nice:

• MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls ;
• Street Fighter 6 ;
• Tekken 8 ;
• Guilty Gear: Strive ;
• 2XKO ;
• Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising ;
• Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves ;
• Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game.

This line-up brings together several major fighting-game franchises alongside more recent titles. It gives both participants and spectators the opportunity to follow different styles of play throughout the three days of competition.

Friday 9 October: a cosplay contest on the programme

Alongside the tournaments, a cosplay contest is announced for Friday 9 October.

How do you get to the Palais des Expositions for EVO France 2026?

Tram line 1 provides easy access to the Palais des Expositions from central Nice. The Lignes d’Azur network serves the Palais des Expositions stop directly.

From the Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice, walk to the Masséna tram stop, located 180 metres from the hotel, around a 3-minute walk, then take line 1 towards Hôpital Pasteur to the Palais des Expositions stop.

Before each journey, check the official Lignes d’Azur website for current timetables and traffic information.

How can you organise your stay during the three days of EVO France?

With three days of competition, a little planning helps you make the most of both the event and your stay in Nice.

In the morning, allow enough time to reach the Palais des Expositions and the competition areas. The tram from the city centre makes getting around straightforward while allowing you to stay in central Nice throughout the weekend.

At the end of the day, the city centre offers plenty of ways to continue exploring: place Masséna, Vieux-Nice, the Promenade des Anglais and Colline du Château. You can also discover our selection of the 5 best panoramic views in Nice.

Where to stay in Nice during EVO France 2026?

The Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice, a 4-star hotel located at 58 rue Gioffredo, enjoys a central location 100 metres from place Masséna.

Its location makes it easy to travel between the hotel, central Nice, public transport and the Palais des Expositions during the event.

For a stay built around several days of competition, a selection of services makes each day easier to organise:

• 24-hour reception;
• free luggage storage;
• free unlimited Wi-Fi;
• e-concierge service;
• concierge service;
• breakfast.

Guests arriving by car can also enquire about the private garage with valet service, available by reservation and subject to availability.

You can explore the services at the Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice and prepare for your arrival before your stay.

Book your stay for EVO France 2026 in Nice

Three days of competition, eight announced games, a cosplay contest and the full atmosphere of EVO France: the 2026 edition offers another opportunity to experience a major esports event in Nice.

By booking your stay directly with the Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice, you benefit from the best rate guaranteed on the official website.

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