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Halo Fest


<p>Happy New Year! It’s finally 2026 and that means that <strong><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halofest">Halo Fest</a></strong> is happening THIS YEAR!</p>



<p>We’ve still got a long way to go, but the studio has been cooking and each month we’re using this blog series to keep you, the Halo community, in the loop on what’s going down at Halo Fest. </p>



<p>Last month we talked all about ticketing which you can find here: <strong><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halo-fest-december" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Halo Fest December update</a></strong></p>



<p>And this month we’re going to start with ticketing as well – let’s get started!</p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>TICKETING</strong></h1>



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<p>We have been absolutely blown away by the response to Halo Fest at this point – here are some fun facts:</p>



<ul>
<li>VIP sold out within the first few seconds.</li>



<li>Across concert and convention, more tickets were sold in 5 minutes for Halo Fest than all of HaloWC 2025 (which was the biggest HCS event ever).</li>



<li>In roughly 24 hours, the Halo Fest concert sold out and total tickets sold across concert and convention double what was available for HaloWC 2025.</li>
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<p>I guess you’re all excited about Halo Fest huh? We are too!</p>



<p>So, where do we stand today? As of right now, the Halo Fest Convention is nearly 70% sold out, and we’re expecting that we will be fully sold out within the next few months. While the concert is sold out, there are still tickets available for the convention, so please don’t wait to secure your tickets if you’re looking to attend. We’ll see you there!</p>





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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>CONTESTS</strong></h1>



<p>For Halo Fest 2026, it’s important to us that the community is directly involved in being part of the event – and one of those ways we will accomplish this is by hosting contests. Over the past few years at HaloWC we’ve held cosplay contests and for Halo Fest we will be expanding all of the contests for the big event.</p>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>COSPLAY CONTEST</strong></h1>



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<p>Each year at HaloWC we host a $5,000 cosplay contest and we’re excited to confirm that for Halo Fest we have DOUBLED the prize pool to $10,000. Cosplay is an important part of the Halo community and we want to see all of the greatest pieces on display. Each year we are blown away by the level of creativity and craftsmanship, and we expect that level to rise even further for Halo Fest.</p>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>MAKER’S CONTEST</strong></h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Makers-Contest-1024x576.png" alt="Assortment of fan created helmets at the Maker's Contest booth at the Halo World Championship." class="wp-image-160848" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Makers-Contest-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Makers-Contest-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Makers-Contest-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Makers-Contest-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Makers-Contest-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Makers-Contest.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>At HaloWC 2025 we debuted a new contest for those who just can’t stop being creative – the Maker’s Contest. Rather than full armor sets, the Maker’s contest is for those specializing in gadgets, weapons, helmets, and other similar items from the Halo universe. We offered a $2,500 prize pool at HaloWC and all spots were filled with your incredible crafts. This was a test run for us and for Halo Fest the Maker’s Contest is returning and once again the prize pool has DOUBLED to $5,000. We can’t wait to see what you all make for Halo Fest!</p>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>FORGE CONTEST</strong></h1>



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<p>In partnership with <strong><a href="https://www.forgehub.com/">ForgeHub</a></strong>, we’re excited to announce that we will be hosting a Halo Fest Forge Contest for those who love to build maps and experiences in Halo Infinite for others to play. This contest will begin later this Spring with the intent of having the final judging and playable experiences available on the show floor at Halo Fest for fans in attendance to go hands on with. This will also feature a $10,000 prize pool! Be on the lookout for more details from ForgeHub in the coming months.</p>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>SHORT FILM CONTEST</strong></h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Film-Contest-ODST-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-160834" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Film-Contest-ODST-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Film-Contest-ODST-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Film-Contest-ODST-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Film-Contest-ODST-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Film-Contest-ODST-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Film-Contest-ODST.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>Over the years Halo fans have been inspired to pick up their cameras (both digital and physical) to tell stories from the Halo universe – ones to make us say, “wow,” ones to make us laugh, and ones to hit us right in the feels. For Halo Fest 2026, we wanted to officially support this craft and will be hosting a $10,000 contest split across the following categories:</p>



<ul>
<li><strong>Live Action</strong>: Predominately live action with human actors filmed with physical cameras, can include FX, 3D models, etc.</li>



<li><strong>3D Animated</strong>: Predominantly 3D animated, can include stop motion.</li>



<li><strong>2D Animated</strong>: Predominantly 2D animated, flat, “hand drawn”, anime/cartoon, can include stop motion etc.</li>



<li><strong>Machinima</strong>: Filmed by capturing in-game acting - FX and other animations can be added on top.</li>



<li><strong>Montage</strong>: Gameplay highlights montage with music playing over.</li>
</ul>



<p>The purpose of today’s contest announcements was to ensure the community had an ample heads-up and could start planning to enter the contests. The specific rules for the contests will be arriving in the coming months.</p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>CONCLUSION</strong></h1>



<p>What do you want us to cover in next month’s blog? Shoot me a tweet over at <a href="https://x.com/Tashi343i" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://x.com/Tashi343i</a>  </p>



<p>Once again, thank you to everyone planning on coming to Halo Fest – we cannot wait to host you and the entire community for an amazing celebration of all things Halo. </p>



<p>Thanks, </p>



<p>Tashi</p>


Tashi

Halo Fest – Contests (January Update)

Games

Halo Infinite

Halo25Together


<p>Twenty-five years ago, <em>Halo: Combat Evolved</em> introduced the world to the Master Chief, Cortana, and the Covenant menace in a legendary first act for one of gaming’s most celebrated heroes.</p>



<p>But beyond the grandeur of Halo’s narrative is another, greater story—<em>your story</em>.</p>



<p>This year, we’re celebrating 25 orbits on Earth with the passionate community that helped make Halo a cultural juggernaut. We hope you’ll share your Halo story and <a href="https://www.halofest.com">join us at Halo Fest</a> to ring in our silver anniversary together as humanity’s greatest defenders.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">CONTENTS</h2>



<ul>
<li><a href="#share" data-type="internal" data-id="#share">#Halo25Together</a></li>



<li><a href="#hub">Community Hub</a></li>



<li><a href="#halofest">Halo Fest 2026</a></li>



<li><a href="#mopopsupperfanclub">MOPOP Supper Fan Club</a></li>



<li><a href="#creatorbundle">Content Creator Bundle</a></li>



<li><a href="#wallpapers">Silver Anniversary Wallpapers</a></li>



<li><a href="#unlocks"><em>Halo Infinite</em> Anniversary Unlocks</a></li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="share">#Halo25Together</h2>



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<p>What does Halo mean to you? Were you the undisputed king of late-night LANs? A Legendary campaigner? Do you regularly quote a machinima masterpiece? Is Halo the pinnacle of esports excellence, or a mysterious journey through a forgotten past?</p>



<p>All year long, we’ll be inviting Halo fans to share their favorite Halo memories, celebrate Halo’s iconic legacy, and vote on community polls to help us tell the whole Halo story.</p>



<p>Whether you’re a battle-hardened Spartan or a Halo rookie, we hope you’ll join the fun by sharing your Halo story on social media using hashtag #Halo25Together, in our <a href="https://www.discord.gg/halo">official Discord server</a>, or on <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/halo">r/Halo</a> with the #Halo25Together tag.</p>



<p>You can also <a href="https://www.aka.ms/Halo25TogetherMemories">submit a personal testimonial</a> to our Community team for a chance to appear in a future Halo Waypoint blog as part of our Silver Anniversary coverage!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="hub">Community Hub</h2>



<p>Visit our <a href="https://www.aka.ms/Halo25Together">Silver Anniversary Community Hub</a> for news, features, and ongoing updates on our latest community highlights, events, and limited-time partnerships.</p>



<p>Be sure to follow @Halo on <a href="https://x.com/halo">X</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/halo">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/halo">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@halo">TikTok</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Halo">YouTube</a> for the latest anniversary updates! Look out for retrospectives, reminiscences, and community polls on our social channels and in the official Halo Discord starting soon.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="halofest">Halo Fest 2026</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2560" height="1440" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-scaled.jpg" alt="Halo Fest: 25 Years of Halo. HaloFest.com." class="wp-image-153980" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></figure>



<p>In December, we’ll be hosting Halo fans from all around the world at <strong>Halo Fest</strong>, a three-day event celebrating a quarter-century of playing Halo together.</p>



<p>The ultimate gathering begins with an orchestral performance featuring selections from Halo’s iconic scores, in concert for one night only on December 11, followed by a two-day convention honoring Halo’s legacy, heroes, and unrivaled community.</p>



<p>We hope to see you there! <a href="https://www.halofest.com">Tickets are on sale now.</a></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="mopopsupperfanclub">MOPOP Supper Fan Club</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/SFC25_4_Social_1920x1080.png" alt="" class="wp-image-160447" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/SFC25_4_Social_1920x1080.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/SFC25_4_Social_1920x1080-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/SFC25_4_Social_1920x1080-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/SFC25_4_Social_1920x1080-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/SFC25_4_Social_1920x1080-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/SFC25_4_Social_1920x1080-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Hungry for more? <a href="https://www.mopop.org/events/supper-fan-club-halo">Reserve a seat</a> at MOPOP’s Spartan-sized Supper Fan Club before helljumping into Halo Fest.</p>



<p>Featuring Halo-themed bites and cocktails, table-side multiplayer, interactive experiences, and curator-led stories from the UNSC archives, this exclusive soirée promises as much excitement as a legendary campaign run.</p>



<p>The Halo x MOPOP Supper Fan Club serves heroic helpings for one night only December 9, 2026.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="creatorbundle">Content Creator Bundle</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Emote-Preview-2.png" alt="" class="wp-image-160433" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Emote-Preview-2.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Emote-Preview-2-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Emote-Preview-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Emote-Preview-2-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Emote-Preview-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/Emote-Preview-2-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>If you’re a streamer or community creator looking to join the fun, be sure to download the Silver Anniversary<a href="https://www.aka.ms/Halo25CreatorBundle"> Content Creator Bundle</a> for exclusive emotes, overlays, and everything else you need to suit up in Spartan style.</p>



<p><a href="https://www.aka.ms/Halo25CreatorBlog">Read about the Content Creator Bundle in our creator guide.</a></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="wallpapers">Silver Anniversary Wallpapers</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/2026_0122-vNext-Wallpapers-VisID-Mock-R01A.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-160505" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/2026_0122-vNext-Wallpapers-VisID-Mock-R01A.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/2026_0122-vNext-Wallpapers-VisID-Mock-R01A-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/2026_0122-vNext-Wallpapers-VisID-Mock-R01A-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/2026_0122-vNext-Wallpapers-VisID-Mock-R01A-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/2026_0122-vNext-Wallpapers-VisID-Mock-R01A-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/01/2026_0122-vNext-Wallpapers-VisID-Mock-R01A-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Bring home the magic of Halo with our new collection of <a href="https://www.aka.ms/Halo25Wallpapers">Silver Anniversary wallpapers</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="unlocks"><em>Halo Infinite</em> Anniversary Unlocks</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2560" height="1440" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/12/INF-25Y-GiftsPromo-16x9-R03-scaled.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite 25th Anniversary Customization Bundle. A Spartan in the Access Denied armor coating holds a battle rifle with the Lifegivers Hex weapon coating next to a golden Warthog in the GEN XII vehicle coating. Logos depict these and other included items below. Text: "Celebrating 25 Years. Halo Infinite. Play any time in 2026 to unlock these free in-game items."" class="wp-image-159882" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/12/INF-25Y-GiftsPromo-16x9-R03-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/12/INF-25Y-GiftsPromo-16x9-R03-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/12/INF-25Y-GiftsPromo-16x9-R03-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/12/INF-25Y-GiftsPromo-16x9-R03-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/12/INF-25Y-GiftsPromo-16x9-R03-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/12/INF-25Y-GiftsPromo-16x9-R03-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/12/INF-25Y-GiftsPromo-16x9-R03-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></figure>



<p>What’s a party without party favors? Log into <em>Halo Infinite</em> any time in 2026 to instantly unlock free customizations commemorating 25 years of Halo.</p>



<p><a href="https://www.aka.ms/25thAnniversaryUnlocks">Visit our announcement blog</a> to see all the Silver Anniversary customizations.</p>



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<p><em>As we look forward to introducing new players to the Halo universe in </em><a href="https://www.aka.ms/HCEPDP">Halo: Campaign Evolved</a><em>, we’ll be heralding the passion, fandom, and community contributions that have helped us earn the cheevo of 25 years on the ring. <a href="https://www.aka.ms/Halo25TogetherMemories">Share your Halo story now!</a></em></p>


Mutinous Core

Share your Halo story with #Halo25Together.

Celebrating 25 Years of Halo

Halo Studios

Silver Anniversary Content Creator Guide


<p>As part of our <a href="https://aka.ms/Halo25Launch">25th anniversary celebration</a>, we’ve teamed up with Seattle’s <strong>Museum of Pop Culture</strong> (MOPOP) to offer a Spartan-sized Supper Fan Club just before <a href="https://www.halofest.com">Halo Fest</a>!</p>



<p>The <strong><a href="https://www.mopop.org/programs/supper-fan-club">MOPOP Supper Fan Club</a></strong> dishes out unforgettable evenings where pop culture and cuisine collide. On December 9, MOPOP’s master chefs are inviting Spartans of all stripes to indulge in sumptuous eats on a Great Journey through curated courses of Halo-themed fare.</p>



<p>Featuring Halo-themed bites and cocktails, table-side multiplayer, interactive experiences, and curator-led stories from the ONI’s most redacted dossiers, this limited-seating event promises as much excitement as a legendary campaign run.</p>



<p>The Halo x MOPOP Supper Fan Club serves up heroic helpings for one night only on December 9, 2026. <a href="https://www.mopop.org/events/supper-fan-club-halo">Get tickets now</a> for a taste of the action.</p>



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<p><em>All year long, we’ll be inviting Halo fans to share their favorite Halo memories, celebrate Halo’s iconic legacy, and vote on community polls to help us tell the whole Halo story.</em></p>



<p><em>Whether you’re a battle-hardened Spartan or a Halo rookie, we hope you’ll join the fun by sharing your Halo story through our <a href="http://aka.ms/Halo25TogetherMemories">official submission form</a>, on social media using hashtag #Halo25Together, in our <a href="https://www.discord.gg/halo">official Discord server</a>, or on <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/halo">r/Halo</a> with the #Halo25Together tag.</em></p>


Reserve your seat today.

Halo x MOPOP Supper Fan Club


<p>Hello Halo fans! In 2026 the Halo franchise is celebrating 25 years of incredible moments that you, the Halo community, have shared together. In order to properly celebrate the occasion, we are hosting Halo Fest right here in Seattle on December 11-13, 2026.  </p>



<p>You can read our announcement blog here:</p>



<ul>
<li> <strong><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halo-fest-announced">Halo Fest Announcement</a></strong></li>
</ul>



<p>As we did with HaloWC 2025, we’re starting a monthly blog series to keep you up to date on everything you need to know for Halo Fest. And like we did with that blog series, we also want this to be a conversation. What would you want to see or do at Halo Fest? What would make it an unforgettable experience for you and your friends/family? I’ll be asking questions like this each month and we’d love to hear from you! </p>



<p>Okay, so this month we’re talking about ticketing!</p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">TICKETS</h1>



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<p>As announced at HaloWC, tickets will go on sale for Halo Fest on <strong>Wednesday December 10, 2025 @ 10am PT</strong>. Tickets will be available on TIXR.</p>





<p>We highly encourage making an account ahead of time to ensure a speedier checkout when tickets go live.</p>



<p>For those uninitiated, Halo Fest is comprised of two parts: </p>



<ul>
<li><strong>Concert: Friday December 11, 2026 @ <a href="https://www.seattlesymphony.org/benaroyahall?%40%40item_date=%3E12%2F9%2F2025">Benaroya Hall </a></strong></li>



<li><strong>Convention: Saturday-Sunday December 12-13, 2026 @ <a href="https://seattleconventioncenter.com/venues/summit-addition">Seattle Convention Center (Summit)</a></strong> </li>
</ul>



<p>When you go to grab your tickets for the concert, you’ll see a seat map where you’ll be able to select which seat(s) you’d like to sit in. Ticketing prices and ranges are based on what’s common for Benaroya Hall – the closer to the stage the more pricey the tickets are.</p>



<p>For the convention, the tickets available are standard general admission which will get you access to the hall on Saturday/Sunday of the event.  </p>



<p>In one fell swoop, you’ll be able to snag your tickets for the concert and the convention in one checkout flow. </p>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">TICKET OPTIONS</h1>



<p>Halo Fest spans three days across two different portions, and we wanted to ensure the options were both flexible but also simplified as much as possible.  </p>



<ul>
<li><strong>Concert: Prices range from</strong> <strong>$75-$225 </strong>(Based on Seat Selection!)</li>



<li><strong>Concert VIP Add-on: $50</strong> (Limited Quantity!)</li>



<li><strong>Convention: 2-Day GA Tickets for $75</strong></li>



<li><strong>Early Bird GA Tickets: $60</strong> (Limited Quantity!)</li>



<li><strong>Convention VIP Add-on: $200</strong></li>
</ul>



<p>Ahead of tomorrow’s ticketing release, we’ve made some updates to our VIP offers. VIP options for the <strong>concert</strong> and the <strong>convention</strong> are now offered <strong>separately</strong>, meaning fans who want to be VIPs for the convention do not also need to be VIPs or attendees for the concert and vise versa. Quantities for both VIP passes are limited, so be sure to grab yours early!</p>



<p><strong>How it works:</strong></p>



<ul>
<li><strong>Concert:</strong> When purchasing your concert tickets and selecting your seats, you’ll have the option at checkout to select the <strong>Concert VIP Add-on</strong>.</li>



<li><strong>Convention:</strong> When purchasing your convention ticket, you’ll have the option at checkout to select the <strong>Convention VIP Add-on</strong>.</li>
</ul>



<p>If you’re attending both events but only want VIP access for one, no problem—you can purchase just the VIP pass you want.</p>



<p><strong>Concert VIP includes:</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Early Entry to Halo Fest Concert</li>



<li>Exclusive Concert Swag</li>



<li>and more!</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Convention VIP includes:</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Early Entry to Halo Fest Convention</li>



<li>VIP Swag Bag</li>



<li>Exclusive Meet and Greet Opportunities</li>



<li>and more!</li>
</ul>



<p>We sent out surveys to VIPs after HaloWC 2025 and will be using that feedback to help improve the VIP experience even more!  </p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">IMPORTANT INFORMATION</h1>



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<p>There are 2,500 seats at Benaroya Hall, and with our stage configuration and reserved seats for special guests, we’re looking to sell about 2,230 tickets. This is significantly fewer tickets than what will be available for the Halo Fest convention. <strong>NOT EVERYONE ATTENDING HALO FEST CONVENTION WILL BE ABLE TO ATTEND THE CONCERT.  </strong></p>



<p>We’re expecting the concert to sell out first, so if the concert is something that’s really important to you – please do not wait to get those tickets first. <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Once it sells out, there won’t be more seats available!</span></strong></p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO </h1>



<p>The blog series will continue in January where we’ll be talking about the various contests that we’ll be hosting. </p>



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<p>If we do a short film contest, what categories should we support? Are there any other types of contests we should consider hosting?  </p>



<p>Ping me on twitter and let me know! </p>





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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">CONCLUSION</h1>



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<p>We have been sincerely blown away by the excitement since the announce of Halo Fest already, and to the fans already changing their twitter names to include Halo Fest already – we love you for that. That gets us even more excited to host a great event for the whole community.  </p>



<p>Tickets are on sale soon – we hope to see you there!</p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">HALO FEST FAQ</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>When will Halo Fest 2026 take place?</td><td>Halo Fest will take place in Seattle, WA December 11th-13th, 2026.</td></tr><tr><td>What is happening at the event?</td><td>The Halo Fest concert will take place on December 11th, 2026 at Benaroya Hall.<br><br>The Halo Fest convention will take place December 12th-13th, 2026 at the Seattle Convention Center (Summit Building)</td></tr><tr><td>What is the Halo Fest Concert?</td><td>On Friday, December 11, 2026, join us at Benaroya Hall for an orchestral journey through 25 years of Halo, performed by the Seattle Symphony. It will be a night of music and visual storytelling celebrating the history and culture of this incredible franchise we all love. This is the first official Halo concert – you won’t want to miss it!</td></tr><tr><td>What is the Halo Fest Convention?</td><td>On Saturday and Sunday, December 12–13, 2026, we’re taking over the Seattle Convention Center (Summit Building) to celebrate all things Halo. Built for every kind of fan, Halo Fest features special guests, developer and community panels, cosplay, art, an HCS Invitational tournament, meetups, open competitions, and a few surprises we’re not quite ready to share. And of course – plenty of Halo to play with your friends!</td></tr><tr><td>Where is the event taking place?</td><td>Halo Fest Concert<br>Benaroya Hall https://www.seattlesymphony.org/benaroyahall<br>200 University St, Seattle, WA 98101<br><br>Halo Fest Convention<br>Seattle Convention Center (Summit Building) https://seattleconventioncenter.com/visitors/visitor-resources<br>900 Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98101</td></tr><tr><td>Where can I purchase tickets?</td><td>You can purchase tickets by going to HaloFest.com/tickets or halofest.tixr.com/tickets</td></tr><tr><td>What are my ticketing options?</td><td>Concert Tickets are based on your chosen seat and range from $75-$225.<br><br>Convention Tickets are all 2-Day General Admission (GA) tickets at $75. There are a limited number of Early Bird Discount tickets at $60.<br><br>There are also VIP add-on options for each event. Concert VIP Passes are $50. 2-Day Convention VIP Passes are $200.</td></tr><tr><td>What do I get with the Concert VIP Pass?</td><td>Halo Fest Concert VIP Pass includes: Early Entry to Halo Fest Concert, exlcusive concert swag, and more!</td></tr><tr><td>What do I get with the Convention VIP Pass?</td><td>Halo Fest Convention VIP Pass includes: Early Entry to Halo Fest Convention, VIP Swag Bag, exclusive meet and greet opportunities, and more!</td></tr><tr><td>Does my child need a ticket to attend the CONCERT?</td><td>Children of five (5) years and older are welcome, but they must have a valid ticket.</td></tr><tr><td>Does my child need a ticket to attend the CONVENTION?</td><td>Children 5 and under can attend for free and do not require a ticket, badge or wristband. They must be accompanied by an adult at all times. A parental consent form is required when the adult picks up their badge onsite.<br><br>FORM: https://aka.ms/hcs-parental-form</td></tr><tr><td>Do you have appropriate seating and parking for individuals with medical conditions?</td><td>This event is ADA complaint and accessible. See below for details by venue. More information can be found by emailing halo_fest@efg.gg<br><br>CONCERT:<br>Benaroya Hall is barrier-free and meets or exceeds all criteria established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Requests for accommodations should be made when purchasing tickets.<br><br>CONVENTION:<br>The Halo Fest Convention is ADA compliant and accessible. More information can be found by emailing halo_fest@efg.gg</td></tr><tr><td>Are pets allowed?</td><td>Only service animals are allowed at the event.</td></tr><tr><td>I have other questions – where’s the best place to ask them?</td><td>You can email us at halo_fest@efg.gg</td></tr><tr><td>What if my tickets are lost or stolen?</td><td>If you selected to pick up your tickets onsite, you will receive a confirmation email from TIXR with a QR code. Please bring a digital or print copy of the QR code to pick up your ticket at registration.</td></tr><tr><td>Do you offer military or senior citizen discounts?</td><td>If you are purchasing a ticket online – please use the code MLT10 (for Military) or SNR10 (for Senior) to receive 10% off your ticket.<br><br>For the Military discount, please be prepared to present your Military ID. For a senior discount, you must be 55+ years of age.<br><br>Any questions about codes or eligibility please email Halo_Fest@efg.gg</td></tr><tr><td>What if the event is cancelled?</td><td>If the event is cancelled all tickets purchased will be refunded in full.</td></tr><tr><td>Can I show my tickets on my phone at the door, or do I need physical tickets?</td><td>Concert:<br>You may show either a digital ticket or a printed ticket. Your QR code will be scanned upon entry.<br><br>Convention:<br>Onsite Pickup: You can present the QR code from your confirmation email at registration check-in. Once your QR code is scanned, you’ll receive your physical badge, which grants entry to the event. (QR codes are scanned only once.)<br><br>Mail Delivery: If you choose the mail option, your badge will be shipped to you before the event. You must bring this physical badge with you to gain entry.</td></tr><tr><td>What should I do if I don’t receive my tickets, or ticketing info?</td><td>Please contact halo_fest@efg.gg</td></tr><tr><td>Is my multi-day convention ticket good for either or both days?</td><td>2-Day General Admission (GA) tickets are acceptable for both days of the event.</td></tr><tr><td>If I opted in for mailed tickets, when will I receive my order?</td><td>Orders ship out 2-3 weeks before the event.<br>You’ll get a tracking email once your package goes out.</td></tr><tr><td>What address will my tickets/credentials ship to?</td><td>Tickets/credential ship to the shipping address you enter at checkout, not the billing address.</td></tr><tr><td>Can I pick up tickets/credentials at Will Call?</td><td>If your order does not qualify for mail fulfillment, if you opt out or if your package was not successfully delivered; please pick up at Will Call onsite.<br>A valid ID is required for pickup.</td></tr><tr><td>Will all tickets be mailed?</td><td>Only orders placed before the mail fulfillment cutoff date that opt in and pay for shipping will include shipment. Orders made after that date or orders that opted for electronic delivery must use Will Call pickup.</td></tr><tr><td>What time do the doors open?</td><td>Check back here for door open times.<br><br>Door open times and schedules are subject to change</td></tr><tr><td>Do you offer refunds?</td><td>Purchasers must request a refund through Tixr. Refund requests will not be accepted after 11:59pm PST on December 7th, 2026.<br><br>No tickets may be exchanged for event credit with Tixr or Halo Studios/HCS events. Tickets are non-transferable.<br><br> In the event that the event is canceled due to the organizer, refunds will be processed for all purchasers.</td></tr><tr><td>Are there any prohibited items?</td><td>Check back closer to the event for updated information</td></tr><tr><td>What is your bag policy?</td><td>Check back closer to the event for updated information</td></tr><tr><td>What are the closest hotels to the event venue?</td><td>Please use <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/Hotels/@47.6122766,-122.3346307,16.24z/data=!4m15!2m14!3m6!1sHotels!2sSeattle+Convention+Center+%7C+Arch,+705+Pike+St,+Seattle,+WA+98101!3s0x54906ab5090f3cc7:0x38d32c762126bc69!4m2!1d-122.3314234!2d47.6118106!5m5!5m4!1s2024-10-03!2i4!4m1!1i2!6e3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D"><strong>this link</strong></a> to find nearby hotels options and rates.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>


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<p><em>December 2559. The UNSC faces its darkest hour.</em></p>



<p>Set during the six months that follow the UNSC Infinity getting ambushed by the Banished, Kelly Gay’s novel, <em>Halo: The Rubicon Protocol</em>, takes us along the journey as humanity fights for survival on Zeta Halo. </p>



<p>Wrapping up our <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/audiobook-club">Audiobook Club series with Simon & Schuster</a>, we joined Franchise Writer Alex ‘Haruspis’ Wakeford to delve into the pivotal moments after the Master Chief is neutralized by Atriox, including Cortana’s sacrifice and the ring’s slipspace departure.</p>



<p>A fight against impossible odds and heroes pushed to their limits, <em>Halo: The Rubicon Protocol</em> is a must-read.</p>



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<p><a href="https://bit.ly/485gDEh" data-type="link" data-id="https://bit.ly/485gDEh">You can pick up your own copy today!</a></p>



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<p>Spartan Chatter is an audio series, a podcast if you will, hosted on our <a href="https://discord.gg/Halo">official Halo Discord</a> which brings members of the studio together to discuss all things <em>Halo</em> with a live audience.</p>



<p>You can find previous episodes of Spartan Chatter on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SWLEPaTx4c&list=PLn5QvCoiY3w7t84T_MFkGl8qvYI_q148-">YouTube channel’s Podcasts page</a>.</p>


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<p>Next year will mark twenty-five years since the Master Chief first battled the Covenant in <em>Halo: Combat Evolved</em>. To celebrate the epic adventure that changed gaming forever, we’ve partnered with <a href="https://www.higround.co">Higround</a> to create a limited-edition series of keyboards and mousepads that pay tribute to our most cherished campaign and multiplayer memories.</p>



<p>Shop the whole collection at participating <a href="https://www.microcenter.com/search/search_results.aspx?N=&cat=&Ntt=higround+halo">Micro Center</a> stores, with in-store pickup at <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/searchpage.jsp?st=higround%20halo">Best Buy</a>, or online through either retailer now.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>KEYBOARDS</strong></h2>



<p>Higround’s limited-edition <em>Halo: Combat Evolved</em> 25th Anniversary gear series unleashes a trio of elite gaming keyboards armored in retro art honoring the legendary Spartans of 2001. With three designs to choose from, there’s something to evolve everyone’s game.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>SNIPER EVOLVED</strong></h3>



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<p>The perfect tool for Jackals on the ridge. Take aim with the <strong>Halo x Higround Basecamp 96+ Sniper Evolved Keyboard</strong>, featuring a tactical look at the Master Chief perched downwind with his favorite precision instrument.</p>



<p>Built on Higround’s largest frame with full-width backlighting, this limited-edition keyboard is an ode to the weapon that launched a million montages.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>About the Basecamp 96+</strong></h4>



<p>Higround’s new 96% keyboard features a num pad for added utility, without sacrificing a relatively compact form factor. Built with the same sound profile and build quality as the longstanding Basecamp+ series, the <strong>Basecamp 96+</strong> features dye-sub PBT keycaps, hot-swappable pre-lubed TTC Neptune switches, an aluminum plate, and Higround’s legendary Dampening Plus system.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>FLAWLESS COWBOY</strong></h3>



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<p>Warning: multiple Covenant dropships on approach. The <strong>Halo x Higround Summit 65 Flawless Cowboy Keyboard</strong> hits the ground running with an iconic look at the Master Chief’s first combat encounter on Alpha Halo.</p>



<p>With a sturdy aluminum case, Spartan-quality dampening, and full-width backlighting, you’ll know just how it feels to face a pair of inbound Banshees in Mjolnir armor.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>About the Summit 65</strong></h4>



<p>The <strong>Summit 65</strong> is Highround’s flagship 65% keyboard, with dye-sub PBT keycaps and dedicated arrow keys. Features a full CNC aluminum case, gasket-mounted design, Geo Linear switches, triple dampening foam, and an FR4 flex-cut plate.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>SHOTTY SNIPES</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_Shotty-Snipes-1-1.jpg" alt="Shotty Snipes keyboard" class="wp-image-154134" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_Shotty-Snipes-1-1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_Shotty-Snipes-1-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_Shotty-Snipes-1-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_Shotty-Snipes-1-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_Shotty-Snipes-1-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_Shotty-Snipes-1-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>The ultimate duel. Range meets stopping power in the artfully decorated Halo x Higround 65HE Shotty Snipes Keyboard. Whether you prefer to get close or pick your targets from afar, this keyboard’s Hall Effect tech delivers hair-trigger responsivity to every showdown.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>About the Basecamp 65HE</strong></h4>



<p>The <strong>Basecamp 65HE</strong> is Higround’s signature 65% keyboard (dedicated arrow keys) with dye-sub PBT keycaps. Features magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger, and Hall Effect technology for Dynamic Actuation between 0.1 mm and 3.8 mm.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>MOUSEPADS</strong></h2>



<p>The legend of any Spartan warfighter is built on a foundation of honor, duty, and sacrifice. Your gaming skills may be a little nastier in practice, but a firm foundation still makes all the difference between victory and defeat. Get tactile with Higround’s Mousepad XL!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>M90 MELEE</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="850" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_M90Melee_MousepadXL-1.png" alt="M90 Melee Mousepad XL" class="wp-image-154176" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_M90Melee_MousepadXL-1.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_M90Melee_MousepadXL-1-300x133.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_M90Melee_MousepadXL-1-1024x453.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_M90Melee_MousepadXL-1-768x340.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_M90Melee_MousepadXL-1-1536x680.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_M90Melee_MousepadXL-1-1568x694.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Shot, meet chaser. The <strong>Halo x Higround M90 Melee Mousepad XL</strong> features the iconic aftermath of a close encounter between red and blue Spartans. Try looking at those bulky ragdolls without imagining the sound of a satisfying smackdown.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>BATTLE CREEK</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="860" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_BattleCreek_MousepadXL-1.png" alt="Battle Creek Mousepad XL" class="wp-image-154162" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_BattleCreek_MousepadXL-1.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_BattleCreek_MousepadXL-1-300x134.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_BattleCreek_MousepadXL-1-1024x459.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_BattleCreek_MousepadXL-1-768x344.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_BattleCreek_MousepadXL-1-1536x688.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HG_BattleCreek_MousepadXL-1-1568x702.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Flag dropped! Return to the glory days of CTF on Battle Creek with the <strong>Halo x Higround Battle Creek Mousepad XL</strong>. Featuring a saturated snapshot of the riparian arena and a map close-up outlining all its hallmark weapon drops, this mousepad would make a nostalgic complement to any pro rig.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>ABOUT MOUSEPAD XL</strong></h3>



<p>Higround’s <strong>Mousepad XL</strong> provides the foundation necessary to ascend to the top. With non-slip rubber, a 90×40 cm profile, and a medium-fast surface with a slight grain, you’ll get low friction speed and just the right amount of stopping power.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>WHERE TO BUY</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/1-HG_Halo-Group-Shots-3-1-1024x576.jpg" alt="Halo x Higround Anniversary PC gear collection" class="wp-image-154078" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/1-HG_Halo-Group-Shots-3-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/1-HG_Halo-Group-Shots-3-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/1-HG_Halo-Group-Shots-3-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/1-HG_Halo-Group-Shots-3-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/1-HG_Halo-Group-Shots-3-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/1-HG_Halo-Group-Shots-3-1.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>Shop the whole collection at participating Micro Center stores or with in-store pickup at Best Buy now. You can also secure your limited-edition Higround x Halo Anniversary PC gear online through both retailers.</p>



<p><strong>Shop now: </strong><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/searchpage.jsp?st=higround%20halo">Best Buy</a> (Summit SOLD OUT)| <a href="https://www.microcenter.com/search/search_results.aspx?N=&cat=&Ntt=higround+halo">Micro Center</a>| <a href="https://t.co/lZi0saSTak" data-type="link" data-id="https://t.co/lZi0saSTak">Higround</a></p>



<p>Look out for the full collection to arrive at <a href="https://www.higround.co/">higround.co</a> in early November!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>25 YEARS OF HALO</strong></h2>



<p>Our partnership with Higround marks the exciting start of our 25th Anniversary Halobration! Look out for reminiscences, retrospectives, and more tributes to the mighty Master Chief all throughout next year, along with new details on <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em>.</p>


Halo x Higround Anniversary PC Gear


<p>Whether you joined us in Seattle or on our live broadcast, we’d like to thank everyone in the Halo community for making this year’s Halo World Championship in Seattle such an unforgettable experience.</p>



<p>Between swapping stories with Halo fans, watching elite <em>Halo Infinite</em> players duke it out on the main stage, announcing <em><a href="https://www.aka.ms/HCEAnnounce25">Halo: Campaign Evolved</a></em>, and seeing our community raise a whopping $67,000 for <a href="https://www.gamersoutreach.org">Gamers Outreach</a>, it’s hard to pick a favorite moment from this incredible weekend—so we thought we’d share a whole collection of them!</p>



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<p>Check out more highlights from this year’s Halo World Championship below.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Congrats to Shopify Rebellion</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2560" height="1708" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/ShopifyRebellion_HWCChampions-scaled.jpg" alt="Shopify Rebellion claims the trophy at the Halo World Championship Grand Finals." class="wp-image-153966" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/ShopifyRebellion_HWCChampions-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/ShopifyRebellion_HWCChampions-300x200.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/ShopifyRebellion_HWCChampions-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/ShopifyRebellion_HWCChampions-768x512.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/ShopifyRebellion_HWCChampions-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/ShopifyRebellion_HWCChampions-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/ShopifyRebellion_HWCChampions-1568x1046.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></figure>



<p>After three days of intense competitive heat, <strong>Shopify Rebellion</strong> clutched up and came out on top against <strong>OpTic Gaming</strong> in the best-of-seven Grand Finals. It was a remarkable journey from this year’s earliest HCS events to the Halo World Championship stage, and their relentless dedication certainly paid off on Sunday!</p>



<p>Congratulations to Shopify Rebellion, our 2025 Halo World Champions, and to all the teams that made this year’s tournament the most attended HCS event to date.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Cunning Cosplay</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_1020.jpg" alt="A group photograph of cosplayer contestants from the Halo World Championship Community Cosplay Contest." class="wp-image-153924" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_1020.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_1020-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_1020-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_1020-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_1020-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_1020-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Halo cosplayers really know how to strut their Spartan stuff! This year’s Community Cosplay Contest welcomed 85 cosplayers to the Community Stage, where they showed off their stellar handiwork and a flair for dramatic entrances.</p>



<p>Congratulations to <strong>Miss_Boof</strong> (as Olympia Vale), <strong>James</strong> (as Crochet Master Chief), and <strong>Sola Mors</strong> (as Flood Spartan) on ascending to the Main Stage, and to all our heroic contestants who dazzled the crowd at the Community Cosplay Contest!</p>



<p><strong>Download photos from the contest: </strong><a href="https://www.aka.ms/HWC25Cosplay1">Part 1</a> | <a href="https://www.aka.ms/HWC25Cosplay2">Part 2 </a>| <a href="https://www.aka.ms/HWC25Cosplay3">Part 3</a></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Mighty Makers</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0069.jpg" alt="A row of custom Spartan helmets sits under a VK78 Commando replica painted with a pepperoni pizza design." class="wp-image-153938" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0069.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0069-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0069-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0069-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0069-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0069-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>This year’s Maker’s Contest was filled with impressive armaments, curious creations, and oddly satisfying oddments. Check out photos from the top three winners below!</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0078.jpg" alt="Creations from the Halo World Championship Maker's Contest hang displayed on a wall. A mounted trophy head of Jega 'Rdomnai hangs above a scale replica of an Elite Bloodblade, surrounded by more replica Halo weaponry." class="wp-image-153952" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0078.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0078-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0078-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0078-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0078-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-2_0078-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p><strong>Draxes</strong> took first place with his Jega ‘Rdomnai bust and Elite Bloodblade (above), followed closely by <strong>MightyMarkProps</strong> with an extra-lethal Hydra model and <strong>Fallen922</strong> with a Craigtastic bass guitar (below).</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0030.jpg" alt="MightyMarkProps holds a replica Hydra beside Fallen922, who stands proudly with her Craig-inspired bass guitar." class="wp-image-153882" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0030.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0030-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0030-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0030-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0030-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0030-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Meet-up Memories</strong></h2>



<p>It’s always a treat to meet so many Halo fans IRL! During this weekend’s event, the Halo Studios community team held daily Community Meet-ups featuring Halo-themed games and limited-edition posters by <strong><a href="https://x.com/Soul_ant19">Soul_ant19</a></strong>, <strong><a href="https://x.com/OutletChief729">OutletChief729</a></strong>, and <strong><a href="https://x.com/entransing">entransing</a></strong>.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0251.jpg" alt="A group photo of Halo fans and members of the Halo Studios Community Team holding entransing's poster design at a community meet-up." class="wp-image-153896" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0251.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0251-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0251-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0251-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0251-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HWC25-3_0251-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>We’re so grateful to everyone who stopped by to say hello, play games, and sign our posters for the Halo Studios office! If you couldn’t attend in person, don’t forget to <a href="https://www.aka.ms/HWC25MeetUps">snag a digital copy</a> of this year’s Community Meet-up posters.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Halo Fest 2026</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2560" height="1440" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-scaled.jpg" alt="Halo Fest: 25 Years of Halo. HaloFest.com." class="wp-image-153980" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/10/HaloFest-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></figure>



<p>Don’t miss your chance to join us in Seattle, WA again for <a href="https://www.halofest.com">Halo Fest</a> in December 2026.</p>



<p>The event begins with an orchestral performance of iconic Halo music, in concert for one night only on December 11, followed by a two-day convention celebrating Halo’s legacy, story, and unrivaled community. We hope you can make it!</p>
