Halo Fest is still coming in December 2026, according to a Halo executive. The Seattle event celebrates the franchise’s 25th anniversary.
This news follows another round of layoffs at XBOX and the announcement that Activision will handle the Halo franchise moving forward. Furthermore, it’s been reported that only 20 developers remain at Halo Studios after this most recent round of layoffs, in which Microsoft cut hundreds of developers
Halo Executive Reaffirms Halo Fest 2026 Plans
Tahir “Tashi” Hasangjeka took to Twitter on September 24 to confirm that Halo Fest will proceed as scheduled. The event was previously announced for the Seattle, Washington, area and will take place December 11–13, 2026.
What is Halo Fest?
In 2026, the Halo franchise is celebrating 25 years since the release of the game that started it all – Halo: Combat Evolved. On December 11-13, 2026 – we invite the Halo community to join us here in Seattle for an unforgettable weekend.
No matter why you love Halo, whether it’s the story and characters, the music, the art and universe, or just playing with friends – Halo Fest will have something for you!
The Director of Competitive Engagement at Halo Studios asked supporters to be patient until further details are announced, as the immediate priority is caring for the teammates affected by the recent shift.
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