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- World Darts Championship has been held at Alexandra Palace since 2007
- PDC president Barry Hearn had suggested tournament could go elsewhere
The World Darts Championship will stay at Alexandra Palace until at least 2031 after the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) agreed a new five-year deal.
The showpiece tournament has been held at the famous north London venue since 2007 but following the rapid growth in the sport, PDC supremo Barry Hearn had raised the prospect of taking it elsewhere.
However, a new deal has been agreed which will see the tournament move to the Great Hall from next year’s edition, allowing for more fans to attend and better infrastructure.
“Alexandra Palace has become synonymous with the World Darts Championship, and we are thrilled to extend our partnership through to at least 2031,” said Matt Porter, PDC chief executive.
“Ally Pally at Christmas is the identity of the tournament — its atmosphere is unmatched anywhere in sport.
“Demand for tickets has never been higher, and moving into the Great Hall from 2026/27 will allow more fans than ever to enjoy this incredible event.
“Previous obstacles to using the Great Hall have now been resolved, and this move represents a landmark moment for the sport.”
Lucy Fenner, Alexandra Palace commercial director, added: “We’re honoured to have hosted the Worlds since 2007 and are delighted to extend our partnership with the PDC.
“Christmas simply isn’t complete without the annual trip to the darts at Ally Pally. Moving into the Great Hall from 2026 will take the tournament to a new level.”
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