In celebration of the 67th National Little League® Week, Little League International is excited to announce the first-round pairings for the 2026 Little League Baseball® World Series (LLBWS), Presented by T-Mobile.
Scheduled to begin with Opening Ceremonies at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19, the 2026 LLBWS will feature 20 teams competing through the U.S. and International brackets for a chance at clinching the Championship Banner on Sunday, August 30. Below are the first-round pairings for the 2026 LLBWS (all times ET and subject to change):
Wednesday, August 19
- Game 1 (1 p.m. @ Volunteer): Latin America vs. Caribbean
- Game 2 (3 p.m. @ Lamade): Southeast vs. Northwest
- Game 3 (5 p.m. @ Volunteer): Canada vs. Asia-Pacific
- Game 4 (7 p.m. @ Lamade): Metro vs. New England
Thursday, August 20
- Game 5 (12 p.m. @ Volunteer): Australia vs. Mexico
- Game 6 (2 p.m. @ Lamade): Great Lakes vs. Mountain
- Game 7 (4 p.m. @ Volunteer): Curaçao vs. Japan
- Game 8 (6 p.m. @ Lamade): West vs. Midwest
Friday, August 21
- Game 9 (1 p.m. @ Volunteer): Winner of Game 1 vs. Panama
- Game 10 (3 p.m. @ Lamade): Winner of Game 2 vs. Southwest
- Game 11 (5 p.m. @ Volunteer): Winner of Game 3 vs. Europe and Africa
- Game 12 (7 p.m. @ Lamade): Winner of Game 4 vs. Mid-Atlantic
The random drawings were once again held so that the regions that competed in the first play-in games in 2025 would not be featured in those matchups for this year.
In addition to the great action on the field as part of the LLBWS, don’t forget to mark your calendars for these other exciting events held in Williamsport around the event this summer:
- Grand Slam Parade – Tuesday, August 18, at 5 p.m. (Downtown Williamsport)
- MLB Little League Classic, Presented by New York Life – Sunday, August 23, at 7 p.m. (Bowman Field)
- Williamsport Welcomes the World – Friday, August 28, at 5 p.m. (Downtown Williamsport)
- Little League Challenger Division Exhibition Game, Presented by Eggland’s Best – Saturday, August 29 at 10:30 a.m. (Volunteer Stadium)
The official brackets for each of the U.S. Region Tournaments for these events have been released and are available on their respective tournament websites at LittleLeague.org/WorldSeries. To learn more about the 2026 Little League World Series events, including information on how to book your trip this year, visit LittleLeague.org/WorldSeries. Check back in throughout the summer to learn about special promo days throughout the tournament.
Also, don’t forget to download the LLWS™ Mobile App, your one-stop shop to stay in the know at this year’s tournaments and enjoy the excitement on-site in Williamsport. Learn more at LittleLeague.org/LLWSApp.
Along with all the fun and excitement happening on the field across the two stadiums, there are plenty of opportunities off the field throughout the complex – from the World Series Fan Zone, Flagship Store, and World of Little League Museum – to additional family-friendly options throughout the City of Williamsport thanks to the dedicated support of the Williamsport Chamber of Commerce and the entire community.
Looking to buy all your favorite World Series apparel, merchandise, and more? Be sure to check out ShopLittleLeague.org to find new items and show your support for your favorite region all summer long with free shipping on all U.S. orders.