888 Freerolls November 2026: Schedule, Passwords and Every Free Tournament Worth Playing

Freerolls are the closest thing poker has to a free lunch. You pay nothing to enter, and you can still win real money. For new players they’re a risk-free way to learn tournament poker. For players rebuilding a bankroll from zero, they’re often the only way back.

888 has long been one of the most freeroll-friendly sites in online poker, and November 2026 is no exception. Here’s every recurring freeroll on the schedule, how passwords work, and how to give yourself the best chance of actually cashing.

First, a Quick Update: 888poker Is Now “888”

If you’ve been away for a while, you’ll notice a change. In September 2026, 888poker rebranded simply as 888. According to PokerNews, nothing changes for players: same accounts, same software, same tournaments.

The site has also had a busy autumn. In October, 888 and PokerNews co-hosted the PokerNews Online Championship: 40 events with just under $800,000 in guarantees. The $250 Mystery Main Event drew 1,091 entries, beat its $250,000 guarantee with a $254,203 prize pool, and was won by “IOwnU888” for $25,522.

That’s a healthy sign for freeroll players. Busy guaranteed tournaments mean an active player pool, and an active pool means freerolls keep running.

PokerNews Exclusive Freeroll Schedule: November 2026

These are the headline freerolls of the month: five Sundays, each with a $150 prize pool.

Date	Time (UK)	Tournament	Prize pool
Sun 1 November	20:00	PokerNews Exclusive Freeroll	$150
Sun 8 November	20:00	PokerNews Exclusive Freeroll	$150
Sun 15 November	20:00	PokerNews Exclusive Freeroll	$150
Sun 22 November	20:00	PokerNews Exclusive Freeroll	$150
Sun 29 November	20:00	PokerNews Exclusive Freeroll	$150

That’s $750 in total across the month.

Tournament details:

• Format: No-Limit Hold’em
• Starting stack: 5,000 chips
• Opening blinds: 15/30 (about 166 big blinds, very deep for a freeroll)
• Late registration: 60 minutes
• Where to find it: search “PokerNews” in the 888 tournament lobby

What time is 8:00 p.m. UK in your country?

The UK is on GMT in November, so:

• Central Europe (CET): 9:00 p.m.
• India (IST): 1:30 a.m. (Monday)
• Brazil (BRT): 5:00 p.m.
• US Eastern (ET): 3:00 p.m.
• US Pacific (PT): 12:00 p.m.

How to Get the PokerNews Freeroll Password

These freerolls are password-protected. According to PokerNews, they’re open to both new and existing 888 players who sign up through their partner, Universal Poker, and make a deposit. Passwords are then released each week on the Universal Poker website once your application is approved.

Earlier in 2026, PokerNews also shared exclusive freeroll passwords through its Discord server about 48 hours before each game. It’s worth checking both.

Two important points:

• If Universal Poker isn’t available in your country, you can’t take part in this offer.
• You need a real-money deposit on 888 to play freerolls for real-money prizes.

Every Recurring 888 Freeroll in November 2026

The PokerNews games are just a small part of what’s available. Here’s the full recurring schedule, based on 888’s published freeroll list (times GMT), with our estimate of the total for November.

Freeroll	When	Prize pool	Requirement	November total
Level 20+ Freeroll	Daily, 7:10 p.m.	$640	888club Level 20+	$19,200
Sportsfan Freeroll	Daily, 10:03 p.m.	$500	A wager on 888sport	$15,000
Depositors Free Tournament	Weekly (Sat/Sun*)	$1,000	Deposit during the previous week	$4,000
Free Mix-Up	Saturdays, 5:00 p.m.	$1,000	Play a casino game on Thursday	$4,000
Level 60+ Freeroll	Last Saturday (Nov 28), 6:10 p.m.	$5,000	888club Level 60+	$5,000
Level 80+ Freeroll	Last Saturday (Nov 28), 7:10 p.m.	$10,000	888club Level 80+	$10,000
PokerNews Exclusive	Sundays, 8:00 p.m.	$150	Password	$750
Total				≈ $57,950

*888’s own listing gives the Depositors Freeroll as both Saturday and Sunday. Check the lobby for the correct day.

On top of these, 888 runs its 24/7 Freeroll Festival. Some freerolls are free to join with no ticket, while others need a ticket from the Multiprize Wheel. Earlier in 2026 the festival was giving away around $9,000 a week. 888 also adds unscheduled freerolls, so filter the lobby by “Freerolls” to see everything running.

Which freerolls should you prioritize?

• Brand-new players: Start with the no-ticket 24/7 Freeroll Festival games and the PokerNews Exclusive. They have no level requirements.
• Regular depositors: The weekly $1,000 Depositors Freeroll is one of the best-value freerolls available, because the deposit requirement keeps the field smaller than open freerolls.
• Loyal 888 players: The $5,000 and $10,000 end-of-month games on November 28 are the biggest prize pools of the month. If you’re close to Level 60 or 80 in the 888club, that’s a good reason to push for it.
• Sports bettors and casino players: The Sportsfan and Free Mix-Up freerolls are easy extras if you already use those products. Don’t bet or gamble just to qualify.

Are Freerolls Actually Worth Your Time?

Let’s be honest about the maths. A $150 freeroll with several hundred players pays out small amounts, often a few dollars for a min-cash. Even 888 notes that the winner of its $10,000 freeroll usually takes home several hundred dollars, not thousands.

So freerolls aren’t a path to quick money. Their real value is:

• Learning without risk. You’ll play every stage of a tournament, from deep stacks to bubble play to short-stacked endgames, without risking a cent.
• Building a small bankroll from zero. A few cashes can give you enough to start playing micro-stakes tournaments.
• Earning tickets. Many freeroll prizes include tickets to bigger events, which can be worth more than the cash prizes.

How to Win More Freerolls: Practical Strategy

Freeroll fields are full of players who go all-in with anything because they have nothing to lose. That changes the strategy.

1. Tighten up early. In the first hour, play strong hands and let the reckless players knock each other out. With 166 big blinds in the PokerNews freeroll, you don’t need to gamble.
2. Don’t bluff the calling stations. Many freeroll players will call with anything. Bet for value with good hands and give up on bluffs.
3. Use late registration wisely. Registering 30–45 minutes late lets you skip the chaos, but you’ll still have a healthy stack thanks to the deep structure.
4. Open up as the field shrinks. Once the wild players are gone, stealing blinds becomes much more profitable, especially near the money bubble.
5. Treat it seriously. Most freeroll players don’t, which is exactly why players who focus and play solid poker cash far more often.

Other Ways to Get Value at 888

New players can use the bonus code Welcome100 for a 100% match on a first deposit, up to $1,000, according to PokerNews. Always read the bonus terms before depositing, since match bonuses are typically released gradually as you play.

Remember that 888 isn’t available everywhere, and some offers are restricted by country. Check that 888 is legal and licensed where you live before signing up.

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