The CS2 esports scene is advancing at a breakneck pace, with prominent tournament organizers like BLAST and PGL unveiling their circuits early and amplifying their investments. Adding to the excitement, StarLadder is making a return with StarSeries 19 and 20, set to electrify the competitive calendar in 2025.
With an action-packed year ahead, teams will have to carefully select which tournaments to prioritize. The year kicks off with the BLAST Bounty Season 1 Finals, a pivotal event for teams aiming to secure Valve points early in the season. From there, the fireworks begin with the prestigious IEM Katowice 2025, scheduled for February.
First Half of 2025: Key Events and Opportunities
The first half of the year is stacked with events across multiple tiers. BLAST’s new circuit includes BLAST Rivals Season 1 and BLAST Open Lisbon, providing teams with high-stakes opportunities. Meanwhile, PGL tournaments in Cluj-Napoca, Bucharest, and Astana will set the stage for fierce competition.
For tier-2 teams, the first half of the year offers plenty of chances to amass Valve points, including tournaments like the Skyesports Souvenir and ESL Pro League Season 21. These events will help teams gear up for one of the year’s highlights: the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 in June.
Second Half of 2025: A Fresh Season and More Majors
The action continues in the second half with IEM Cologne, Esports World Cup 2025, and BLAST Open London. September will be particularly intense, featuring events like the FISSURE September 2025 Finals, StarLadder StarSeries Season 20, and the Skyesports Championship.
October and November are equally packed with tournaments, including the CS Asia Championship 2025, the Thunderpick World Championship Finals, and PGL Belgrade 2025. Teams will look to secure crucial victories as the season builds to its grand finale: the second Major of 2025, scheduled for December.
2025 CS2 Calendar Overview
Below is a month-by-month breakdown of the CS2 events for 2025, including key details like dates, locations, prize pools, and team participation:
January
- BLAST Bounty Season 1 Finals
Dates: January 23-26
Location: Copenhagen
Prize Pool: $500k
Number of Teams: 8 - IEM Katowice 2025 Play-In
Dates: January 29-31
Location: Katowice
Prize Pool: Main Event Slots
Number of Teams: 16
February
- IEM Katowice 2025
Dates: February 1-9
Location: Katowice
Prize Pool: $1m
Number of Teams: 16 - PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025
Dates: February 14-23
Location: Cluj-Napoca
Prize Pool: $1.25m
Number of Teams: 16 - Skyesports Souvenir
Dates: February 17-23
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: $250k
Number of Teams: 8
March
- ESL Pro League Season 21
Dates: March 1-16
Location: Stockholm
Prize Pool: $400k
Number of Teams: 24 - BLAST Open Lisbon
Dates: March 19-23
Location: Copenhagen
Prize Pool: Finals Slot
Number of Teams: 16 - BLAST Open Lisbon Finals
Dates: March 28-30
Location: Lisbon
Prize Pool: $400k
Number of Teams: 6
April
- PGL Bucharest 2025
Dates: April 5-13
Location: Bucharest
Prize Pool: $1.25m
Number of Teams: 16 - YaLLa Compass Spring 2025 Finals
Dates: April 15-20
Location: Qatar
Prize Pool: $600k
Number of Teams: 16 - IEM Spring 2025
Dates: April 21-27
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: $300k
Number of Teams: 16 - BLAST Rivals S1
Dates: April 28-May 4
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: $350k
Number of Teams: 8
May
- PGL Astana 2025
Dates: May 10-18
Location: Astana
Prize Pool: $1.25m
Number of Teams: 16 - IEM Dallas 2025
Dates: May 19-25
Location: Dallas
Prize Pool: $300k
Number of Teams: 16 - ESL Impact League Season 7 Finals
Dates: May 23-25
Location: Dallas
Prize Pool: $150k
Number of Teams: 8 - Skyesports Masters 2025
Dates: May 26-June 1
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: $500k
Number of Teams: 8 - StarLadder StarSeries Season 19
Dates: May 26-June 1
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: TBD
Number of Teams: 16
June
- BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025
Dates: June 9-22
Location: Austin
Prize Pool: $1.25m
Number of Teams: TBD
July
- FISSURE Event July 2025 Finals
Dates: July 15-20
Location: Belgrade
Prize Pool: $1m
Number of Teams: TBD - IEM Cologne Play-In
Dates: July 23-25
Location: Cologne
Prize Pool: Main Event Slots
Number of Teams: 16 - IEM Cologne 2025
Dates: July 26-August 3
Location: Cologne
Prize Pool: $1m
Number of Teams: 16
August
- BLAST Bounty Season 2 Finals
Dates: August 14-17
Location: Copenhagen
Prize Pool: $500k
Number of Teams: 8 - Esports World Cup 2025
Dates: August 20-24
Location: Riyadh
Prize Pool: $1.25m
Number of Teams: 16 - BLAST Open London 2025
Dates: August 27-31
Location: Copenhagen
Prize Pool: Main Event Slot
Number of Teams: 16
September
- BLAST Open London 2025 Finals
Dates: September 5-7
Location: London
Prize Pool: $400k
Number of Teams: 6 - FISSURE Event September 2025 Finals
Dates: September 9-21
Location: Belgrade
Prize Pool: $1.25m
Number of Teams: TBD - StarLadder StarSeries Season 20
Dates: September 13-21
Location: Budapest
Prize Pool: $500k
Number of Teams: 16 - Skyesports Championship
Dates: September 15-21
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: $500k
Number of Teams: 8 - ESL Pro League Season 22
Dates: September 27-October 12
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: $400k
Number of Teams: 24
October
- CS Asia Championship 2025
Dates: October 1-13
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: TBD
Number of Teams: TBD - Thunderpick World Championship 2025 Finals
Dates: October 15-19
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: $850k
Number of Teams: 8 - PGL Belgrade 2025
Dates: October 25-November 2
Location: Belgrade
Prize Pool: $1.25m
Number of Teams: 16
November
- IEM Chengdu 2025
Dates: November 3-9
Location: Chengdu
Prize Pool: $300k
Number of Teams: 16 - BLAST Rivals 2025 Season 2
Dates: November 10-16
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: $350k
Number of Teams: 8 - Skyesports World Tour 2025
Dates: November 10-16
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: $500k
Number of Teams: 8 - YaLLa Compass Fall 2025 Finals
Dates: November 18-23
Location: UAE
Prize Pool: $600k
Number of Teams: 16 - ESL Impact League Season 8 Finals
Dates: November 28-30
Location: Stockholm
Prize Pool: $150k
Number of Teams: 8
December
- Major 2025
Dates: December 1-14
Location: TBD
Prize Pool: TBD
Number of Teams: TBD
Conclusion: An Exciting Year for Counter-Strike Fans
The 2025 CS2 calendar promises a year brimming with electrifying competition. From iconic tournaments like IEM Katowice, IEM Cologne, and the Majors to exciting events by BLAST, PGL, and Skyesports, there’s something for every fan.
One of the standout features this year is the inclusion of female teams in BLAST tournaments, adding another layer of excitement. Whether you’re rooting for tier-one giants or up-and-coming tier-two challengers, Counter-Strike 2 in 2025 is set to deliver an unforgettable season. Make sure to follow esports-news.info for more details.
