The Warhammer Open 2025 is shaping up to be bigger, more competitive, and more international than ever before.
What started as the US Open Series has now evolved into the Warhammer Open, marking a major step forward in Games Workshop’s tournament scene. With the addition of Canada to the lineup, this could be the first step toward an even broader global expansion.
Warhammer Open Goes Global – Canada Joins the Fight
The Warhammer Open is no longer just a US-based series. With the addition of a brand-new event at Game Con Canada in Edmonton (June 13–15, 2025), Games Workshop is making it clear that these tournaments are expanding beyond the United States.
This raises big questions. Will we see Warhammer Opens in Europe, Australia, or Japan next? The potential is there, and this move signals that Games Workshop is serious about growing its competitive and narrative events worldwide.
What’s On Offer?
Each Warhammer Open event includes a mix of grand tournaments, narrative play, and hobby events, offering something for every type of player. Whether you are a competitive strategist, a casual narrative enthusiast, or a hobbyist looking to show off your painting skills, there is something here for you.
Beyond the tournaments, every Warhammer Open ticket includes a goodie box filled with useful items for players:
- Battle notebooks for tracking games and strategies
- Metal Warhammer dice for those crucial rolls
- Objective tokens and stickers to enhance gameplay
More importantly, winners of the major tournaments at each Open will earn airfare and entry to the World Championships of Warhammer in Atlanta, Georgia (November 6–9, 2025). That is a major incentive for players looking to prove themselves on the biggest stage.
Breaking Down Each Warhammer Open
Each event features a different mix of tournaments and activities. Here’s a look at what each has to offer:
Warhammer Open: Edmonton (June 13–15, 2025)
- Warhammer 40K Grand Tournament
- Warhammer Age of Sigmar Grand Tournament
- Kill Team Grand Tournament
- Warhammer Underworlds Grand Clash
Why You Should Go:
- First-ever international Warhammer Open event
- Ticket includes access to Game Con Canada
- Special exclusives and gifts for attendees
Warhammer Open: Dallas (May 22–25, 2025)
- Warhammer 40K Grand Tournament
- Warhammer 40K Narrative
- Warhammer Age of Sigmar Grand Tournament
- Warhammer Age of Sigmar Doubles
- Kill Team Grand Tournament
- Kill Team Doubles
- Warhammer: The Horus Heresy Singles
- Warhammer: The Horus Heresy Doubles
- Warhammer Underworlds Grand Clash
- Hobby Challenge
Why You Should Go:
- One of the biggest competitive Warhammer events in North America
- Includes both matched play and narrative events
- High-level tournament experience with premium rewards
Warhammer Open: Tacoma (July 17–20, 2025)
- Warhammer 40K Grand Tournament
- Warhammer 40K Narrative
- Warhammer Age of Sigmar Grand Tournament
- Warhammer Age of Sigmar Doubles
- Kill Team Grand Tournament
- Kill Team Doubles
- Warhammer: The Horus Heresy Singles
- Warhammer: The Horus Heresy Doubles
- Warhammer Underworlds Grand Clash
- Blood Bowl Tournament
- Hobby Challenge
Why You Should Go:
- Includes a Blood Bowl tournament for the first time in Warhammer Open history
- Features a wide range of competitive and casual events
- Set in a major West Coast venue
The Grand Narrative: Into the Webway (Atlanta, GA – Nov 6–10, 2025)
For those who prefer storytelling and immersive gaming over competition, the Warhammer 40,000 Grand Narrative: Into the Webway is the ultimate experience.
- 400 players participating in an evolving, cinematic campaign
- Combines Kill Team and Warhammer 40K in a large-scale narrative event
- Runs alongside the World Championships of Warhammer
This is one of the most immersive events Games Workshop has ever hosted, designed for players who want to experience Warhammer 40K beyond traditional tournament play.
Tickets Go Live Soon – Be Ready
Tickets for all Warhammer Open events go on sale on March 1, 2025, at 1 PM EST / 6 PM GMT.
- Edmonton tickets will be available through the Game Con Canada website
- Dallas and Tacoma tickets will use GW’s new Cvent ticketing system, which also allows players to order event-exclusive merchandise
Warhammer Open tickets have sold out quickly in previous years. While some events will have expanded space, demand will still be high. If you want to secure a spot, you will need to act fast.
Final Thoughts – Why This Matters
The Warhammer Open is growing beyond the United States, and this is likely only the beginning.
- International expansion is happening, with Edmonton as the first step.
- More ways to play than ever before, including competitive tournaments, narrative campaigns, and hobby showcases.
- Huge prizes and prestige—winners of major tournaments earn airfare and entry to the World Championships of Warhammer.
- The Grand Narrative in Atlanta offers one of the most ambitious storytelling experiences in Warhammer 40K history.
This is more than just another year of Warhammer tournaments. It is the largest, most ambitious tournament series Games Workshop has ever run, and it is setting the stage for even bigger things in the future. For competitive players, narrative enthusiasts, and hobbyists alike, the Warhammer Open 2025 is shaping up to be an event series that should not be missed.
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