Date
Friday 25 - Sunday 27 April 2025
12:00 pm
Venues
Rod Laver Arena
CENTREPIECE
Tickets
Adults from $249.00*
* Based on the lowest adult price listed via Ticketek. Subject to availability and fees.
It’s time for an Aussie adventure, as Intel Extreme Masters heads to Melbourne in 2025!
Counter-Strike 2 returns to Australia in 2025 with 16 top teams vying for over USD $200,000 at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne. Following a sold-out 2023 event and a hiatus in 2024, this IEM promises an unforgettable weekend. Mark your calendars, grab your jerseys, and get set for an Aussie esports adventure!
Tickets also grant access to the IEM Expo at CENTREPIECE. For more information, visit intelextrememasters.com
Running Times
- Gates Open: TBC
- Start Time: 12:00pm
- Event Concludes: TBC
Note: Times are approx. and subject to change without notice.
Important Event Information
- There are several options for your journey to Rod Laver Arena:
- Public transport is the quickest and easiest option. Before you attend, plan ahead and allow extra travel time for any major disruptions.
- Parking is available at the Eastern Plaza Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard). We strongly recommend pre-booking; drive-up spaces are subject to availability. Bookings close at midnight the night before the event.
- Note: Accessible parking must be pre-booked via Ticketek.
- To ensure a smooth entry into the venue, download your tickets to your Digital Wallet.
- Bags must be A4 size or smaller. Larger bags are not permitted.
- Cloaking is available via the Information Desk (Gate 4) or Show Court 3. Any prohibited items listed in the venue Conditions of Entry will not be accepted for cloaking.
- All retail outlets are cashless. Any transactions must be made using a credit or debit card.
- If you have purchased a VIP package, the event promoter will be in contact with details regarding your experience.
Note: This event may contain sequences of flashing lights, laser, strobe, haze and pyrotechnics which may affect guests who are susceptible to photo sensitivities and medical conditions.
Plan Your Visit
Intel Extreme Masters
Intel Extreme Masters (IEM) is the pinnacle of global esports competition. It brings together the world’s best players and teams to battle it out across iconic titles like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and StarCraft II. Established in 2006 by ESL, IEM has become synonymous with innovation and excellence in competitive gaming, attracting millions of fans and players from around the globe. Each season showcases high-stakes tournaments hosted in legendary arenas, delivering unforgettable moments and pushing the boundaries of esports entertainment.
As the longest-running professional gaming circuit, IEM continues to shape the future of esports by celebrating skill, strategy, and community. From its adrenaline-fueled matches to its massive prize pools, IEM has set the gold standard for competitive gaming events. With a commitment to fostering global talent and uniting fans worldwide, IEM remains at the forefront of the industry.
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