The LCS 2026 Summer is the third split of the twelfth season of North America's premier League of Legends competition. It marks the return of the LCS as a standalone league following the dissolution of the LTA. The tournament features a partnership and guest team system, with eight teams competing offline at the Riot Games Arena in Los Angeles. Using a Fearless Draft format, teams battle throughout the regular season and playoffs for the LCS Summer title and one of three qualifying spots for the 2026 League of Legends World Championship