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Aljada to host four days of esports at Sharjah Animation & Comics Conference
Sharjah24 · 9 Oct 2026 · 1 min read
The Sharjah Animation & Comics Conference 2026 will feature a dedicated gaming and esports programme with tournaments and a prize pool of AED 40,500.
The Sharjah Animation & Comics Conference (SACC) 2026 is introducing a four-day gaming and esports programme at Aljada. Running from 22 to 25 October, the event includes major tournaments, daily challenges, and arcade play. Visitors can participate in competitive matches or casual gaming throughout the venue.
According to Sharjah24, the competitive schedule features three main tournaments: EA Sports FC 27, Tekken 8, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Each tournament is limited to 64 players and offers a prize pool of AED 7,500. Matches will be held on stage, with formats ranging from single-elimination to double-elimination depending on the title.
In addition to the main tournaments, the event includes daily challenges for Just Dance, F1 Time Trial, and Pac-Man. These challenges offer daily cash prizes for the top three leaderboard positions. An arcade zone will also be available, featuring a variety of classic, fighting, and sports games for open multiplayer action.
Registration for the tournaments is available online and on-site for walk-in competitors. The gaming zone will operate daily, allowing attendees to compete for titles, challenge friends, or engage in casual play across different platforms and genres.
Key points
- Total prize pool of AED 40,500 across all gaming activities
- Major tournaments for EA Sports FC 27, Tekken 8, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
- Daily challenges include Just Dance, F1 Time Trial, and Pac-Man
- Event takes place at Aljada from 22 to 25 October 2026
- Arcade zone provided for casual and multiplayer gaming
Why it matters for Aljada
This event brings high-profile competitive gaming and interactive entertainment directly to Aljada. For residents and visitors, it provides a local venue for professional esports and community engagement, enhancing the district's reputation as a hub for modern culture and large-scale events in Sharjah.
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