2026 WSOP, 57th Annual Edition
The 2026 World Series of Poker is the flagship event of the global poker calendar and the most prestigious live tournament series in the world. The 57th annual edition returns to Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, running from May 26 to July 15, 2026.
The 2026 series features 100 live bracelet events, the same number as 2025 but with several new event formats introduced, including the $550 Mini Mystery Millions, the $10,000 GGMillion$ High Roller, and the $1,700 U.S. Circuit Championship. Coverage returns to ESPN under a new multi-year rights deal, with at least 6 hours per day of live Main Event coverage on the ESPN app.
WSOP 2026, Key Dates at a Glance
| Event | Dates | Buy-In | Status |
| WSOP 2026 Opening Events | May 26, 2026 | $550 / $5,000 | LIVE NOW |
| Millionaire Maker (Event #50) | June 17–20 | $1,500 | LIVE NOW |
| GGMillion$ High Roller | June 2026 (TBC) | $10,000 | LIVE NOW |
| Main Event — Day 1 Flights | July 2–7, 2026 | $10,000 | UPCOMING |
| Main Event — Final Table | July 13, 2026 | $10,000 | UPCOMING |
| Main Event Final Table Broadcast | Aug 3–5, 2026 | $10,000 | UPCOMING |
| Cheapest Event: $300 Gladiators | July 8, 2026 | $300 | UPCOMING |
| WSOP 2026 Series Close | July 15, 2026 | Various | UPCOMING |
WSOP 2026 Key Facts
▪ 57th annual edition — returning to Horseshoe + Paris Las Vegas for 5th consecutive year
▪ 100 live bracelet events scheduled — same as 2025 record edition
▪ Lowest buy-in event: $300 Gladiators of Poker (July 8) — ideal for budget players
▪ Main Event: $10,000 NLHE — 4 Day 1 starting flights (July 2–7)
▪ Final table delayed 3 weeks to August 3–5 — new ESPN multi-year TV deal
▪ 2025 defending champion: Michael Mizrachi (USA) — won $10,000,000
▪ 2025 series attracted 246,960 total entrants — all-time attendance record
▪ GGPoker: official international online qualifier (satellites from $0.50)▪ WSOP+ App: mandatory for all 2026 participants for registration and payments
WSOP 2026 Notable New Events
| New Event | Details |
| $550 Mini Mystery Millions | Opening event; new mystery bounty format; low buy-in accessibility |
| $10,000 GGMillion$ High Roller | Premium new event; partnership with GGPoker |
| $1,700 U.S. Circuit Championship | New event bridging circuit play and main series |
| $1,500 Pick Your PLO | Event #91; four different PLO variants in one event |
| $1,500 Five-Card PLO | New Omaha format addition to the schedule |
WSOP 2026, How to Qualify Online
• GGPoker (International ,UK, Ireland, Canada, Europe, India, Asia): satellites from $0.50 via WSOP Express program
• WSOP Online (USA, Nevada, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New Jersey): official US platform; $1,000 sign-up bonus available
• GGPoker Ontario (Canada): fully regulated; official WSOP satellite provider
• Over 1,000 seats to the Main Event to be given away online in 2026
WSOP Circuit 2026, Upcoming Schedule
The WSOP Circuit runs year-round across the USA and internationally, offering ring event series at accessible buy-ins. Circuit rings qualify players for the WSOP Tournament of Champions. 2026 marks a historic milestone: the WSOP Circuit’s first-ever Texas debut at Texas Card House in Austin (April 23 – May 4).
| Stop | Venue / City | Dates | Status |
| Horseshoe Las Vegas | Horseshoe LV, Las Vegas, NV | July 14–25, 2026 | LIVE NOW |
| Choctaw Durant | Choctaw Casino Resort, Durant, OK | July 15–27, 2026 | UPCOMING |
| Olympic Park Casino | Olympic Casino Estonia, Tallinn | July 24 – Aug 2, 2026 | UPCOMING |
| Card Casino | Card Casino, Bratislava, Slovakia | July 31 – Aug 11 | UPCOMING |
| Harrah’s Cherokee | Harrah’s Cherokee, NC, USA | Aug 6–17, 2026 | UPCOMING |
| Harrah’s Atlantic City | Harrah’s Resort, Atlantic City | Aug 13–24, 2026 | UPCOMING |
| Choctaw Durant (2) | Choctaw Casino Resort, Durant, OK | Oct 28 – Nov 9 | UPCOMING |
| The Reserve Poker Club | The Reserve Poker Club, Toledo, OH | Oct 29 – Nov 9 | UPCOMING |
| Grand Victoria | Grand Victoria Casino, Elgin, IL | Nov 5–16, 2026 | UPCOMING |
| Talking Stick | Talking Stick Resort, Scottsdale, AZ | Nov 5–16, 2026 | UPCOMING |
| Casino Middelkerke | Casino Middelkerke, Belgium | Nov 6–15, 2026 | UPCOMING |
| Caesars New Orleans | Caesars New Orleans, LA | Nov 12–23, 2026 | UPCOMING |
| Casino Sanremo | Casino Sanremo, Sanremo, Italy | Nov 20–30, 2026 | UPCOMING |
| WSOP Circuit 2026 Highlights▪ Texas Card House (Austin) debut: April 23 – May 4 — first-ever WSOP Circuit stop in Texas▪ WSOP Europe 2026: March 31 – April 12 at King’s Resort, Prague — moved from autumn for first time▪ WSOP Europe features €10M+ GTD Main Event — Spring Major positioning▪ International stops: Belgium, Slovakia, Estonia, Italy — expanding European footprint▪ All ring events qualify players for WSOP Tournament of Champions |
WSOP Europe 2026, Historic Spring Move
In a major scheduling change, WSOP Europe 2026 moved from its traditional autumn slot to Spring for the first time in its history. The festival ran from March 31 to April 12, 2026 at King’s Resort in Prague (Hilton), repositioning itself as a premier European Spring Major.
| Event | Venue | Dates | Status |
| WSOP Europe 2026 | King’s Resort (Prague Hilton), Czech Republic | Mar 31 – Apr 12, 2026 | COMPLETED |
| €10M+ GTD Main Event | King’s Resort, Prague | April 2026 | COMPLETED |
World Poker Tour 2026, Season 24 Schedule
Season 24 of the World Poker Tour (WPT) kicked off in January 2026 and runs throughout the year across multiple continents. The WPT offers three main product tiers: the flagship WPT Championship events ($3,500 buy-in), WPT Prime events ($1,100 buy-in), and WPT DeepStacks at lower price points. WPT Global is the official online qualifier platform.
WPT 2026, Completed Events (Q1–Q2)
| Event | Venue / Location | Buy-in | Status |
| WPT Lucky Hearts Poker Open | Seminole Hard Rock, Hollywood, FL | $3,500 / $1,100 | COMPLETED |
| WPT Prime Cambodia | NagaWorld, Phnom Penh, Cambodia | $1,100 | COMPLETED |
| WPT Cambodia Championship | NagaWorld, Phnom Penh, Cambodia | $3,500 | COMPLETED |
| WPT Venetian Las Vegas Spring | The Venetian, Las Vegas, NV | $3,500 | COMPLETED |
| WPT Prime Cyprus (Spring) | Cyprus (venue TBC) | $1,100 | COMPLETED |
WPT 2026, Upcoming Confirmed Events
| Event | Venue / Location | Buy-in | Status |
| WPT Australia | The Star Casino, Sydney, Australia | $3,500+ | UPCOMING |
| WPT Prime Australia | The Star Casino, Sydney, Australia | $1,100 | UPCOMING |
| WPT Cyprus (August Stop) | Cyprus | $3,500 | UPCOMING |
| WPT Prime Cyprus (October Stop) | Cyprus | $1,100 | UPCOMING |
| WPT World Championship 2026 | Wynn Casino, Las Vegas, NV | $10,000 | UPCOMING |
| WPT Season 24 Key Dates▪ Season 24 opened: January 6–20 at Seminole Hard Rock Lucky Hearts (Florida)▪ WPT Cambodia: January 21 – February 3 — $1.5M GTD Championship, $750K GTD Prime▪ WPT Venetian Las Vegas Spring: February 9–24▪ WPT Australia: September 10–30 at The Star, Sydney▪ WPT Cyprus: Two stops — August ($2M GTD) and October Prime ($1M GTD)▪ WPT World Championship 2026: Expected December at Wynn Las Vegas ($10K buy-in)▪ Online qualifier: WPT Global — Passport packages from $0.55▪ WPT Prime Main Event buy-in: $1,100 — accessible for all levels |
European Poker Tour 2026 — Confirmed Stops
The European Poker Tour (EPT), operated by PokerStars, is the premier European live poker circuit. PokerStars has confirmed four EPT stops for 2026: Paris, Monte Carlo, Barcelona, and Prague. EPT qualifiers run exclusively via PokerStars using the Power Path system (satellites from $0.50) and the Spin & Go Championship tracks.
| Stop | Venue / City | Dates | Status |
| EPT Paris 2026 | Le Palais des Congrès, Paris, France | Feb 18 – Mar 1, 2026 | COMPLETED |
| EPT Monte Carlo 2026 | Sporting Monte-Carlo, Monaco | Apr 30 – May 10, 2026 | COMPLETED |
| EPT Barcelona 2026 | Casino de Barcelona, Spain | Aug 2026 (TBC) | UPCOMING |
| EPT Prague 2026 | King’s Resort, Prague, Czech Republic | Dec 2026 (TBC) | UPCOMING |
EPT 2026 Signature Events (Per Stop)
| Event Type | Buy-In |
| EPT Main Event | €5,300 |
| €100,000 Super High Roller | €100,000 |
| PokerStars Open Main Event | €1,650 |
| High Roller | €25,000 |
| Various side events | €330 – €10,300 |
EPT 2026 Key Notes
▪ EPT Paris returned after 2025 hiatus — record fields expected; Club Barrière membership mandatory
▪ EPT Monte Carlo 2026: 21st anniversary stop at Sporting Monte-Carlo
▪ EPT Barcelona: Largest stop on the tour — biggest fields, non-stop action; expected August
▪ EPT Prague: Traditional winter season finale — expected December
▪ Qualifier path: PokerStars Power Path system — start from $0.50, earn Gold Pass (€10,300 value)
▪ EPT streams free on PokerStars YouTube and Twitch channels▪ Malta and Cyprus remain possible additional stops (unconfirmed)
Triton Poker 2026 — 10th Anniversary Schedule
Triton Poker, the world’s premier ultra-high-stakes series, marks its 10th anniversary in 2026 with an expanded three-event schedule. The series is returning to South Korea and Montenegro, with the Jeju Super High Roller Series billed as the biggest Triton flagship event in the series’ history. The mid-stakes Triton ONE series also returns to Jeju.
| Event | Location | Format | Status |
| Triton ONE Jeju (2nd edition) | Jeju, South Korea | Mid-stakes: NLH, PLO, Short Deck | COMPLETED |
| Triton Super High Roller — Jeju (Spring) | Jeju, South Korea | 18-day flagship; SHR, NLH, PLO, Short Deck | COMPLETED |
| Triton Super High Roller — Montenegro | Montenegro | Super High Roller Series | UPCOMING |
Triton 2026 Key Facts
▪ 10th anniversary season, Triton celebrates a decade of elite high-stakes poker
▪ Jeju Super High Roller: billed as the biggest Triton flagship event ever, 18-day schedule
▪ Game formats: No-Limit Hold’em, Pot-Limit Omaha, Short Deck
▪ Triton ONE Jeju: Mid-stakes accessible tier, second edition following successful September 2025 debut
▪ Note: Triton events are invitation/high-bankroll only; minimum buy-ins typically $50,000–$250,000+▪ Free live streaming available on Triton Poker’s YouTube channel
Major Online Poker Series 2026
Online poker series remain some of the most accessible ways to compete in high-guarantee tournaments without travelling. In 2026, GGPoker and PokerStars continue to host the world’s most prestigious and highest-guarantee online series. For Indian players, GGPoker is the primary international platform for WSOP online satellites and high-guarantee events.
GGPoker, Major Online Series 2026
| Series / Event | Details |
| WSOP Online Bracelet Events (GGPoker) | International bracelet events running during WSOP summer; schedule TBD — qualifiers active now from $0.50 |
| GGMillion$ Weekly High Roller | $150 buy-in; $1M+ GTD weekly; running year-round on GGPoker |
| WSOP Express Satellites | Win WSOP Main Event seat ($10,000 value) from as little as $0.50; available internationally |
| Super MILLION$ High Roller | $10,300 weekly; typically $5M GTD; among the richest weekly online events globally |
| Bounty Builder Series | Monthly series; progressive bounty format; buy-ins $5.25–$5,250; large GTD pool |
| GGPoker WSOP Circuit Online | Circuit ring events online; qualifies players for WSOP Tournament of Champions |
PokerStars — Major Online Series 2026
| Series / Event | Details |
| SCOOP (Spring Championship of Online Poker) | Typically April–May; three tiers (Low/Medium/High); largest spring online series; $100M+ GTD |
| WCOOP (World Championship of Online Poker) | Typically September; flagship annual series; $100M+ GTD; 3 buy-in tiers per event |
| Spin & Go Championship LIVE Qualifier | Win seat to EPT live event via Spin & Go; PokerStars Power Path system; from $0.50 |
| Sunday Million | $215 weekly flagship; $1M GTD every Sunday; running since 2006 |
| EPT Online Satellites | Daily Power Path qualifiers to EPT Paris, Barcelona, Prague; from $0.50 |
| BSOP Online (Brazil series) | Regional PokerStars series; international participation permitted |
| Online Series Key Tips for Players▪ GGPoker is the only official international online qualifier for the 2026 WSOP Main Event (outside USA)▪ WSOP Online bracelet schedule for 2026 not yet released, typically runs July–September alongside live WSOP▪ PokerStars SCOOP 2026 likely April–May; WCOOP likely September — watch PokerStars for announcements▪ Both platforms offer freeroll entry points and micro-stakes satellites for budget players▪ Indian players: check platform availability and payment method support before registering▪ PokerClubGames.com reviews all major platforms for Indian player compatibility |
Asian Poker Calendar 2026, Key Series
The 2026 Asian poker calendar is exceptionally strong, with Q1 featuring a coordinated “Asia Swing” designed to let international professionals hit multiple major series in a single trip. Key destinations include Jeju (South Korea), Phnom Penh (Cambodia), Manila (Philippines), Taipei (Taiwan), and Sydney (Australia).
| Series / Event | Location | Dates / Season | Status |
| WPT Cambodia 2026 | NagaWorld, Phnom Penh | Jan 21 – Feb 3, 2026 | COMPLETED |
| APT (Asian Poker Tour) Jeju | Majestar Hotel, Jeju, Korea | Q1 2026 | COMPLETED |
| Triton ONE Jeju | Jeju, South Korea | Spring 2026 | COMPLETED |
| Triton Super High Roller Jeju | Jeju, South Korea | Spring 2026 | COMPLETED |
| PokerStars LIVE Manila (APPT) | Newport World Resorts, Manila | Multiple stops 2026 | UPCOMING |
| WPT Australia 2026 | The Star Casino, Sydney | Sept 10–30, 2026 | UPCOMING |
| APT Taipei / Korea / Macau | Multiple Asia locations | H2 2026 | UPCOMING |
| WSOP Circuit Tallinn | Olympic Casino Estonia, Tallinn | Jul 24 – Aug 2 | UPCOMING |
2026 Global Poker Calendar — Month-by-Month Overview
| Month | Key Events |
| January | WPT Lucky Hearts (Florida) • WPT Cambodia (Phnom Penh) • WPT Venetian Las Vegas Spring starts |
| February | WPT Venetian Las Vegas Spring • EPT Paris (Feb 18–Mar 1) • APT Jeju |
| March | EPT Paris concludes • WSOP Europe Prague (Mar 31–Apr 12) • Triton Jeju swing |
| April | WSOP Europe Prague • EPT Monte Carlo (Apr 30–May 10) • WSOP Circuit Texas (Austin) |
| May | EPT Monte Carlo • WSOP 2026 Opens (May 26) • SCOOP PokerStars (likely) |
| June | WSOP 2026 Main Series (Las Vegas) • Millionaire Maker (June 17) • Online Series Running |
| July | WSOP Main Event Starts (July 2) • Final Table (July 13) • WSOP Circuit Starts |
| August | WSOP Main Event Final Table Broadcast (Aug 3–5) • WSOP Circuit Stops • EPT Barcelona (TBC) |
| September | WPT Australia (Sept 10–30) • WCOOP PokerStars (likely) • Asian tours |
| October | WPT Prime Cyprus • WSOP Circuit USA/Europe • PokerGO Tour events |
| November | WSOP Circuit Stops (USA + Europe) • Triton Montenegro |
| December | WPT World Championship (Wynn, Las Vegas) • EPT Prague (TBC) • Season wrap-ups |
How to Qualify for Major Live Events Online
Every major live poker series offers an online qualification pathway, often available from as little as $0.50. For Indian players, these satellites are the most cost-effective route to competing in world-class live events.
| Series | Online Platform | Min Entry | Package Value |
| WSOP Main Event | GGPoker (International) / WSOP Online (USA) | $0.50 | $10,000 seat |
| WSOP Circuit Events | GGPoker (WSOP Circuit Online) | $1 | Ring event entry |
| EPT Events | PokerStars (Power Path) | $0.50 | €10,300 Gold Pass |
| WPT Championship | WPT Global (Passport system) | $0.55 | $3,500+ packages |
| WPT Prime Events | WPT Global | $1.10 | $1,100 package |
| PokerStars SCOOP/WCOOP | PokerStars directly | $0.55 | Various tiers |
| GGPoker WSOP Bracelets | GGPoker directly | $5 | Bracelet event entry |
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FAQs
1. What is the biggest poker event in 2026?
The biggest poker event in 2026 is the WSOP (World Series of Poker) held in Las Vegas, featuring 100 bracelet events and the $10,000 Main Event, which attracts players from around the world.
2. How can players qualify for WSOP 2026 online?
Players can qualify through GGPoker satellites starting from $0.50 internationally and WSOP Online platforms in the USA, which offer Main Event seats and package deals.
3. What are the major poker series in 2026?
The major poker series in 2026 include WSOP, WPT (World Poker Tour), EPT (European Poker Tour), Triton Poker Series, and major online series like SCOOP and WCOOP.
4. Which online poker platforms host major tournaments in 2026?
Top platforms include GGPoker and PokerStars, offering WSOP qualifiers, high-roller events, SCOOP/WCOOP series, and weekly flagship tournaments like the Sunday Million and GGMillion$.
5. When is the WSOP 2026 Main Event scheduled?
The WSOP 2026 Main Event runs from July 2 to July 13, 2026, with multiple starting flights and a delayed final table broadcast scheduled for August 3–5, 2026.
