
The World's Best Excel & Financial Modeling Minds. One Room. 3 Days.
Train live with 2 of the world's 8 Master Financial Modelers, 5+ Microsoft Excel MVPs, CPAs, well known LinkedIn instructors and Microsoft's own Excel team — then watch the Excel World Championship Finals from the front row at HyperX Arena.
Backed by the biggest names in Excel & Finance

Built for people who live inside a spreadsheet for a living
What 3 days at The Active Cell actually looks like
Straight from the floor of last year's Training Camp and Excel World Championship Finals.
Everything you need for a career-level upgrade
3-Day Training Camp
Live masterclasses led by MS Excel MVPs, world champions, Wall Street bankers and financial modeling experts.
Up to 14 CPE Credits
A Certificate of Completion plus Continued Professional Education credits for your finance credentials.
Free Daily Lunch & All-Day Fuel
1.5-hour lunch breaks, snacks, coffee and artisan tea every day — dietary options covered.
Welcome Reception
An evening built for networking with the sharpest minds in the global Excel and finance community.
Last Chance Qualification Round
Your ticket into the LCQR for the Microsoft Excel World Championship 2026.
Viewer Ticket to MEWC & MECC Finals
Front-row access to the Microsoft Excel World Championship and Collegiate Challenge Finals at HyperX Arena.
Champions, Microsoft MVPs & Wall Street operators
The full confirmed 2026 speaker lineup, across the Microsoft Excel and Financial Modeling tracks.
Day 1
Day 2
Joseph Palisoc
Financial Modeling Track
Dan Wickockson
Financial Modeling Track
Day 3
More speakers to be announced soon.
Ready to train with the best in the world?
Seats are limited and the price rises every month — lock in today's rate.
3 days. Two tracks. Zero fluff.
Experience the Microsoft Excel Track or the Finance Track each day — then head to the Gaming Room to try out Excel Esports.
Training + LCQR
- 9:00 AM — Excel & Finance masterclasses begin
- 12:30 PM — Lunch
- 2:00 PM — Afternoon masterclasses
- 5:30 PM — Last Chance Qualification Round
- 6:30 PM — Welcome Reception & Parade
Training + MECC/MEWC Openers
- 9:00 AM — Excel & Finance masterclasses
- 12:30 PM — Lunch
- 2:00 PM — Afternoon masterclasses
- 5:00 PM — MECC Semifinals
- 8:15 PM — MEWC Quarterfinals
Finals Day
- 9:00 AM — Final masterclasses
- 1:00 PM — Lunch
- 3:30 PM — MECC Finals & Award Ceremony
- 6:30 PM — MEWC Semifinals
- 9:30 PM — MEWC World Championship Final
Your ticket also gets you courtside at the Microsoft Excel World Championship
Excel Esports turns spreadsheet skill into a live spectator sport — players race the clock to solve real business cases on a 50-foot LED wall, in front of a roaring arena crowd. The Active Cell 2026 puts your training days back-to-back with the MEWC and MECC Finals at HyperX Arena, so you train by day and watch champions battle by night, all on the same trip.
Luxor Hotel & the iconic HyperX Esports Arena

Luxor Las Vegas
One of the largest hotels in Las Vegas, with a unique Egyptian style, a famous atrium and the Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition. Exclusive room rates available for attendees.

HyperX Esports Arena
A purpose-built esports venue with a 50-foot LED wall, previously hosting League of Legends All-Star, the NHL Gaming World Championship and NBA 2K League Finals.

Walk away with proof, not just notes
Complete all three days and you'll earn an official Certificate of Completion, worth up to 14 CPE Credits — built to strengthen your standing in finance and data-related roles.
Reserve your seat before the price climbs again
Regular and student ticket prices increase every single month. Lock in today's rate now — it won't be here next month.
Claim My Seat — $1,449
Nov 30 – Dec 2, 2026 · Luxor Hotel, Las Vegas · Secure checkout
Other Ticket Options
Student Pass — $799.00
Full 3-day training camp access at a reduced student rate. Valid student ID required at check-in.
View Student PassCorporate & Group Tickets
Sending a team? Get in touch for group rates and corporate packages tailored to your company.
Email info@excel-esports.comBefore you register
What's the exact date and location?
November 30 – December 2, 2026, at the Luxor Hotel, Las Vegas. The Excel World Championship & Collegiate Challenge Finals happen at HyperX Esports Arena, inside the same hotel.
Do I need to be an Excel expert to attend?
No. If you have basic Microsoft Excel or financial skills and want to go further, you'll get real value. You don't need to be a pro to benefit from the training camp.
What topics get covered?
Excel track: Power Query, dashboards & data visualization, Copilot & AI in Excel, automation, advanced formulas, spreadsheet design and competitive-level Excel Esports skills.
Finance track: Financial modeling & forecasting, FP&A, valuation, corporate finance case studies, data analytics for finance teams and CFA-aligned best practice.
Is food included?
Yes. Free snacks and non-alcoholic beverages all day, plus a 1.5-hour lunch break with free lunch each of the three days.
Do I need my own laptop?
Yes — masterclasses use real-life business cases, and you'll need a laptop if you want to compete in the Last Chance Qualification Round. The venue has tables and power outlets for charging.
Will the price go up?
Yes. Regular ticket prices increase by $50 every month, so the earlier you register, the less you pay for the exact same ticket.
Your seat at the world's top Excel & finance training camp is waiting
3 days. Real training. Real champions. Real networking. And a front-row seat to the Excel World Championship Finals.
Claim My Seat — $1,449
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