Announced July 9, 2026 — Nintendo has confirmed a weekend competitive event for Mario Kart World running July 18 at 2:00 p.m.
PT through July 19 at 6:00 p.m.
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The Mario Kart World Open July 2026 is available on Nintendo Switch and will be accessible to players who own Mario Kart World and meet standard online requirements.
Event basics and reward
Participants from the North and South American regions will receive 50 My Nintendo Platinum Points for taking part in the event.
To qualify, players must have a Nintendo Account, an active internet connection, and a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
Nintendo’s standard points and account terms apply.
Event settings (official)
Nintendo has published the official race settings for the Mario Kart World Open July 2026:
- Mode: VS Race
- Class: 150cc
- Teams: No Teams
- Items: Normal
- COM Difficulty: No COM
- Course Selection: Connected
- Maximum Races: 32
- Interval: 0:30
How to register and join
Nintendo’s in-game instructions require players to enter the event during the specified Event Period.
From the Mario Kart World main menu, select Online Play, press the "−" (minus) button to search for an event, and enter the four-digit Event ID.
For this weekend’s event use Event ID: 1239.
Privacy and account visibility
Nintendo warns that participating in the event will make certain Nintendo Account details visible on the event results page.
Publicly viewable information may include your username, player icon, and score.
A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem My Nintendo points; full terms are available on Nintendo’s account points page.
Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) is required for online features, and memberships auto-renew at the then-current price unless canceled.
Online play availability varies by region.
What to check before you race
Ensure Mario Kart World is updated to the latest version via the Nintendo eShop, confirm your Nintendo Switch Online subscription is active, and verify regional eligibility for My Nintendo rewards.
For official terms and purchase-related details, consult Nintendo’s published account and purchase terms.
This Mario Kart World Open offers a straightforward weekend competition for 150cc racers on Nintendo Switch, with clear entry steps and a modest My Nintendo Platinum Points reward for participants in the Americas.
PT through July 19 at 6:00 p.m.
PT.
The Mario Kart World Open July 2026 is available on Nintendo Switch and will be accessible to players who own Mario Kart World and meet standard online requirements.
Event basics and reward
Participants from the North and South American regions will receive 50 My Nintendo Platinum Points for taking part in the event.
To qualify, players must have a Nintendo Account, an active internet connection, and a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
Nintendo’s standard points and account terms apply.
Event settings (official)
Nintendo has published the official race settings for the Mario Kart World Open July 2026:
- Mode: VS Race
- Class: 150cc
- Teams: No Teams
- Items: Normal
- COM Difficulty: No COM
- Course Selection: Connected
- Maximum Races: 32
- Interval: 0:30
How to register and join
Nintendo’s in-game instructions require players to enter the event during the specified Event Period.
From the Mario Kart World main menu, select Online Play, press the "−" (minus) button to search for an event, and enter the four-digit Event ID.
For this weekend’s event use Event ID: 1239.
Privacy and account visibility
Nintendo warns that participating in the event will make certain Nintendo Account details visible on the event results page.
Publicly viewable information may include your username, player icon, and score.
A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem My Nintendo points; full terms are available on Nintendo’s account points page.
Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) is required for online features, and memberships auto-renew at the then-current price unless canceled.
Online play availability varies by region.
What to check before you race
Ensure Mario Kart World is updated to the latest version via the Nintendo eShop, confirm your Nintendo Switch Online subscription is active, and verify regional eligibility for My Nintendo rewards.
For official terms and purchase-related details, consult Nintendo’s published account and purchase terms.
This Mario Kart World Open offers a straightforward weekend competition for 150cc racers on Nintendo Switch, with clear entry steps and a modest My Nintendo Platinum Points reward for participants in the Americas.
