TLDR:
- The VCT Americas Stage 2 Finals will take place September 4–6 at Suhai Music Hall in São Paulo.
- NRG, 100 Thieves, G2, and LOUD are heading to São Paulo.
- On Saturday, before the Lower Final, the second edition of the OVERRIDE Showmatch will take place with Daiki and meL as team captains.
- Before the Grand Final, Rincon Sapiência and Priscilla Alcântara will perform “Faz o Mundo Ouvir,” the official song of the VCT Americas Playoffs.
- Activities including Meet & Greets and an Artist Alley will be available throughout all three days of the event.
- Fans who can’t attend in person can follow the action through our official broadcast, in-person Watch Parties, or authorized co-streamers.
Brazil is more than ready to host the VCT Americas Stage 2 Finals! From September 4–6, São Paulo will host the final stretch of the season, marking the first time in VCT Americas history that the Finals will take place outside Los Angeles. The event will be held at Suhai Music Hall (Avenida das Nações Unidas, 22540).
In addition to hosting the four best teams in the Americas for the final three days of competition, São Paulo will feature plenty of activities for fans. Fan activities include the OVERRIDE Showmatch with some of the biggest names in our community, activations, Meet & Greets, exclusive merch, an opening show, and much more.
What’s at Stake
Four teams remain in the fight for the VCT Americas Stage 2 title: NRG, 100 Thieves, G2, and LOUD.
NRG and G2 have already secured their spots at Champions Shanghai, leaving two remaining spots for the Americas.
Full Event Schedule:
Friday, September 4
- Upper Final
- NRG vs. 100 Thieves - 10:00 AM PT - Bo3
- Lower Semifinal
- G2 vs. LOUD - 1:00 PM PT - Bo3
Saturday, September 5
- OVERRIDE Showmatch
- Time Daiki vs Time meL - 10:00 AM PT
- Lower Bracket Finals
- Loser of NRG/100T vs. Winner of G2/LOUD - Bo5
Sunday, September 6
- Grand Final
- Grand Final - 10:00 AM PT - Bo5
- Champions Shanghai Group Draw
OPENING CEREMONY
Before the Grand Final, Rincon Sapiência and Priscilla Alcântara will perform “Faz o Mundo Ouvir,” the official song of the VCT Americas Playoffs, live at Suhai Music Hall. [WATCH THE OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]
VCT AMERICAS OVERRIDE SHOWMATCH
The VCT Americas OVERRIDE Showmatch is back!
On Saturday, September 5 at 10:00 AM PT, before the Bo5 that will determine the last Stage 2 finalist, teams led by two of the biggest personalities in Game Changers, Daiki and meL, will face off on the Suhai Music Hall stage.
Spoiler: They will be playing on Summit, and anything can happen!
If you don’t remember how the OVERRIDE Showmatch works, the audience makes the rules. The chat will decide how the streamers and pro players play each round, with rules like “Knife or Bandit,” “Right-click only,” “Open comms for both teams,” “No comms,” “Maximum or minimum sensitivity,” and much more.
The full team lineups will be announced soon.
ACTIVATIONS
During all three days, fans will find plenty to do around the venue, including Meet & Greets with their favorite influencers and players, photo opportunities, the Red Bull Map Bar, booths from Brazilian VCT teams FURIA, LOUD, and MIBR, an Artist Alley, and more.
There will also be an official store featuring VCT Americas and VALORANT merchandise. Everyone attending the event will also receive a welcome kit.
MEET & GREET
With streamers, pro players, casters, and some of the biggest personalities in the VALORANT community all in one place, fans will have plenty of opportunities to meet their favorites and grab a photo.
These are some of the names meeting fans at Suhai Music Hall:
- TcK
- LulaVlr
- NuhFps
- Sacy
- Sofia Espanha
- Coreano
- meL
- Daiki
- lissA
- Sayuri
- Joojina
- Jelly
- Isaa
- Mel (MIBR)
- Xarola
Schedules and additional names will be announced on our social channels throughout the event.
ARTIST ALLEY
In addition to the new store featuring exclusive São Paulo event merch, fans will also have the opportunity to shop for VALORANT-inspired items at the Artist Alley, where artists from the community will showcase their love for the game through unique creations.
The following artists will be at the Suhai Music Hall Artist Alley all three days:
ON-SITE CO-STREAMERS
Want to know who will be hosting Watch Parties live from Suhai Music Hall? Here’s the lineup:
- Portuguese: TcK, Sacy, LulaVlr, NuhFps, Coreano, Sofia Espanha, Miw, Funilzinha, Xarola, Tixinha, and more!
- English: meL and KJTodo
- Spanish: Safiro, vela, and PurrjectYui
EXCLUSIVE SPRAY
In addition to the welcome kit, fans attending the event in person or participating in official in-person Watch Parties across the Americas will receive an exclusive in-game Spray.
WHERE TO WATCH
Catch all the action on Twitch or YouTube! Official VCT Americas broadcasts will be available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Broadcast days and times will be updated in real time throughout the season on valorantesports.com.
English
- Twitch - /valorant_americas
- YouTube - @valorant_americas
Portuguese
- Twitch - /valorant_br
- YouTube - @valesportsbr
Spanish
- Twitch - /valorant_la
- YouTube - @valorantlatam
SOCIAL
Stay up to date on all things #VCTAmericas across our official social channels.
Photos on Flickr - /vctamericas
English
- X (formerly Twitter) - @valesportsna
- Instagram - @valesportsna
- TikTok - @valesportsna
Portuguese
- X (formerly Twitter) - @valesportsbr
- Instagram - @valesportsbr
- TikTok - @valesportsbr
Spanish
- X (formerly Twitter) - @valesportsla
- Instagram - @valesportsla
- TikTok - @valesportsla
FAQ
Venue
Suhai Music Hall
Address: Avenida das Nações Unidas, 22540
Jurubatuba, São Paulo - SP, 04795-000
The venue is located inside SP Market Shopping mall near Jurubatuba-Senac train Station of the CPTM 9-Emerald Line.
Re-entry
- Re-entry to the venue is not permitted.
Food and Beverages
- Outside food and beverage are not permitted.
Age Restrictions
- Guests under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or older.
Bag Policy
We recommend leaving large bags and backpacks at home. All bags will be inspected by security before entry.
- All belongings must fit comfortably under your seat.
- Bags larger than 38 cm x 38 cm x 25 cm are prohibited.
- Luggage and large backpacks are not allowed inside the venue.
Prohibited Items
Illegal, dangerous, or disruptive items are prohibited, including:
- Fireworks
- Laser pointers
- Smoke bombs
- Sharp objects
- Bottles and cans
- Drones
- Whistles and air horns
- Musical instruments
- Oversized banners or flags
- Poles or sticks
- Audio or video recording equipment
- Hoverboards
- Skateboards and scooters
- Balls
- Projectiles
- Any other items deemed unacceptable by event organizers or venue management
Signs, Banners, and Flags
Signs, banners, and flags must be related to the event and may not contain:
- Commercial messages
- Logos
- Political, regional, or separatist messages
- National flags
- Political demonstrations
- Offensive or obscene language
All graphics must be in good taste and may not offend or harass attendees.
Attendees must follow these guidelines:
- Must be small enough for one person to hold.
- Cannot exceed 60 cm x 60 cm.
- Cannot obstruct the view of other attendees.
- Must be made of vinyl, fabric, paper, or other lightweight materials.
- Cannot be attached to poles or sticks.
- Each attendee may display only one sign, banner, or flag.
Riot Games reserves the right to remove any sign, banner, or flag that violates these guidelines or is otherwise deemed offensive or obstructive.
LED signs are permitted as long as they comply with the above rules and do not exceed 60 cm x 60 cm.
Camera Policy
The following are prohibited:
- Professional cameras with interchangeable lenses
- Monopods
- Tripods
- Flash equipment
Professional audio or video recording is strictly prohibited without event authorization.
Unauthorized livestreaming from either professional or personal devices is also prohibited.
Cosplay and Props
Costumes are welcome, with some restrictions.
To ensure the safety and experience of all attendees:
- Masks that fully or partially cover the face are not permitted.
- Large costumes or oversized props are not allowed.
- Full-face paint is not permitted.
- Fake weapons or any item deemed dangerous or disruptive by security are prohibited.
Final decisions regarding cosplay admission are at the sole discretion of local law enforcement, Riot Games, and event security.
General Cosplay Requirements
- You must remain identifiable at all times.
- Costumes may not exceed 1.2 m in width, 1.8 m in length, or 2.4 m in height.
- You must be able to move independently through stairs and ramps.
- Costumes must fit through metal detectors measuring 76 cm wide by 203 cm high.
- You must be able to sit in your seat without obstructing others' views.
- Your vision must remain unobstructed at all times.
Armor and Prop Weapons
- Armor may not include sharp metal edges, spikes, or hazardous surfaces.
- Metal and wooden armor is prohibited.
- Swords and melee weapons must have dull edges.
- Metal weapons and weapons primarily made of wood are prohibited.
- Props may not be sharp, pointed, or heavy enough to pose a physical threat.
Worbla props and 3D-printed items are allowed provided they comply with these restrictions.
Firearms and Replicas
The following are prohibited:
- Firearms of any kind
- Airsoft or blank-firing weapons
- Realistic replicas of real-world firearms
Prop weapons must:
- Be clearly identifiable as props.
- Be made of foam or lightweight plastic.
- Not be made of rigid wood or metal.
Cosplayers may be asked to demonstrate that a prop is incapable of firing.
Bows are not permitted.
Additional Restrictions
The following are prohibited:
- Liquids and gels
- Air horns
- Cowbells
- Any substance that may create a mess or excessive noise
- Smoke effects
- Fire
- Explosives
- Any other environmental hazards
Prop weapons may only be displayed as part of a costume and may not be swung or used in a threatening manner.
Failure to comply may result in immediate confiscation of the item without return.
Broadcast Notice
VCT Americas Stage 2 Finals: São Paulo is a live broadcast event.
While attending, your image may be captured through photography or video and may appear in live broadcasts or recorded content.
By attending, you agree that Riot Games may use your likeness for:
- Tournament coverage
- Promotional campaigns related to the event
- Live broadcasts
- Commercial exhibition
- Marketing and promotional purposes
- Sale, rental, redistribution, or other use of produced content
Riot may store and use this content for as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes.
Riot Games, its affiliates, and media partners may use this content worldwide without territorial limitations.
