Square Enix Announces Final Fantasy XIV Online Fan Festivals for 2026

27th August, 2025 – SQUARE ENIX today announced plans to host FINAL FANTASY XIV FAN FESTIVAL 2026, the latest series of global events for the critically acclaimed MMORPG, and confirmed Anaheim, California, Berlin, Germany, and Tokyo, Japan as the three host cities.

The news was announced as part of a special video message from FINAL FANTASY XIV Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida on the 12th anniversary of A Realm Reborn in which he thanked the Warriors of Light for their continued support.

The announcement video can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mb5KQXhzVCI

Set to take place in North America, Europe and Japan respectively, details on the events are as follows:

North America - Anaheim, California – Anaheim Convention Center
24th – 25th April 2026

Europe – Berlin, Germany – Messe Berlin, hub27
25th – 26th July 2026

Japan – Tokyo – Makuhari Messe
31st October – 1st November 2026

More information on FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival 2026, including details on ticket sales will be announced at a later date. Further details can be found on the event website: https://fanfest.finalfantasyxiv.com

With more than 30 million total registered accounts, there has never been a better time for newcomers to begin their adventures in the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY XIV Online saga. The Free Trial includes all content from A Realm Reborn, the Heavensward and Stormblood expansions (and updates through Patch 4.58). Free Trial players can enjoy hundreds of hours of award-winning gameplay and story experiences equivalent to three full FINAL FANTASY titles, without limit on playtime. More information can be found at: https://sqex.to/FFXIVFreeTrial

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