WSOP 2026 Remaining Schedule: Main Event, $50K PPC and The Closer

Last Updated on June 22, 2026 by Bala Kumar

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) 2026 has once again produced months of exciting action, massive prize pools, and memorable performances. As the series enters its final stretch, players and fans are turning their attention to the most prestigious tournaments still to come.

The WSOP 2026 remaining schedule features several marquee events, headlined by the legendary WSOP Main Event 2026, the elite $50,000 Poker Players Championship (PPC), and one of the final bracelet events of the summer, The Closer. These tournaments represent the culmination of weeks of competition and provide players with opportunities to chase poker immortality.

Whether you’re following the action from home or planning a trip to Las Vegas, here’s a closer look at the biggest events still ahead.

Remaining WSOP 2026 Schedule

The closing weeks of the World Series of Poker are packed with high-profile events. Here’s a look at some of the major tournaments still on the schedule.

Event	Buy-In	Format	Start Date	Duration
Event #81: Poker Players Championship	$50,000	Mixed Games	July 2, 2026	5 Days
Event #84: WSOP Main Event Day 1A	$10,000	No-Limit Hold’em	July 3, 2026	Multi-Day
Event #84: WSOP Main Event Day 1B	$10,000	No-Limit Hold’em	July 4, 2026	Multi-Day
Event #84: WSOP Main Event Day 1C	$10,000	No-Limit Hold’em	July 5, 2026	Multi-Day
Event #84: WSOP Main Event Day 1D	$10,000	No-Limit Hold’em	July 6, 2026	Multi-Day
Event #96: The Closer Flight A	$1,500	No-Limit Hold’em	July 15, 2026	3 Days
Event #96: The Closer Flight B	$1,500	No-Limit Hold’em	July 16, 2026	3 Days
Event #96: The Closer Flight C	$1,500	No-Limit Hold’em	July 17, 2026	3 Days

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WSOP Main Event 2026 Takes Center Stage

No tournament in poker is more prestigious than the WSOP Main Event 2026. Often referred to as the world championship of poker, it attracts thousands of players from around the globe and awards millions of dollars in prize money.

WSOP Main Event 2026 Schedule

Day	Date	Description
Day 1A	July 3	Opening flight
Day 1B	July 4	Second starting flight
Day 1C	July 5	Third starting flight
Day 1D	July 6	Final opening flight
Day 2ABC	July 7	Combined field
Day 2D	July 8	Remaining players return
Day 3	July 9	Field consolidation
Day 4	July 10	Money bubble approaches
Day 5	July 11	Deep stages
Day 6	July 12	Top contenders emerge
Day 7	July 13	Final two tables
Day 8	July 14	Final table determined
Final Table	July 15-16	World Champion crowned

The Main Event remains the ultimate dream for poker players. Winning it means joining an exclusive club of world champions and securing a place in poker history.

$50K Poker Players Championship: The Ultimate Test of Skill

Among professional players, the $50,000 Poker Players Championship (PPC) is considered one of the most prestigious tournaments of the entire series.

Unlike traditional No-Limit Hold’em events, the PPC features multiple poker variants and rewards versatility above all else.

Poker Players Championship Schedule

Feature	Details
Buy-In	$50,000
Format	Mixed Games Rotation
Estimated Field	100+ Players
Duration	Five Days
Starting Date	July 2, 2026
Bracelet Awarded	Yes
Prestige Level	Elite Professional Event

Games Included in the PPC

• Limit Hold’em
• Omaha Hi-Lo
• Pot-Limit Omaha
• Seven-Card Stud
• Seven-Card Stud Hi-Lo
• Razz
• No-Limit Hold’em
• 2-7 Triple Draw
• Badugi

Because of its demanding structure, the PPC is widely viewed as one of the toughest tournaments in poker.

The Closer Gives Players One Last Shot

As its name suggests, The Closer is among the final bracelet events of the summer.

Its relatively affordable buy-in and multiple starting flights make it one of the most popular events on the calendar.

The Closer Schedule

Flight	Date	Buy-In	Format
Flight A	July 15	$1,500	No-Limit Hold’em
Flight B	July 16	$1,500	No-Limit Hold’em
Flight C	July 17	$1,500	No-Limit Hold’em
Final Day	July 18	Remaining Players Combine

Many players who bust out of earlier tournaments enter The Closer for one final opportunity to capture a coveted WSOP bracelet.

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Major Storylines to Watch

Bracelet Race

Several top professionals will continue pursuing additional bracelets as the series winds down. The Player of the Year race often comes down to the final events.

High-Stakes Action

The $50K Poker Players Championship 2026 is expected to feature some of the strongest fields in poker, with elite mixed-game specialists competing for one of the most respected titles in the game.

New Champions

Every year, unknown players emerge to make deep runs and transform their lives through poker. The WSOP Main Event 2026 is famous for producing unforgettable Cinderella stories.

Massive Prize Pools

Attendance figures and prize pools remain among the biggest talking points, with the Main Event traditionally generating one of the largest payouts in tournament poker.

Why WSOP 2026 Continues to Dominate the Poker World

The World Series of Poker remains the sport’s premier festival because it offers something for everyone.

Players can participate in:

• No-Limit Hold’em tournaments
• Pot-Limit Omaha events
• Mixed-game championships
• High Roller competitions
• Seniors and Ladies events
• Online bracelet tournaments
• Deepstack events

From recreational players to world-class professionals, the WSOP provides opportunities for competitors of every level.

Final Thoughts

The WSOP 2026 remaining schedule promises an exciting finish to another unforgettable summer in Las Vegas. With the WSOP Main Event 2026, the prestigious $50K Poker Players Championship, and The Closer still to be played, fans can expect plenty of drama, huge prize pools, and new champions.

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