The World Series of Poker Circuit is making history this September with its first-ever stop in Malta. Running September 25 – October 5, 2026, at Casino Malta in St. Julian’s, the festival brings 12 official gold ring events to the Mediterranean, organized in partnership with Texapoker and backed by GGPoker as the exclusive online satellite partner.
Here’s the full schedule, Main Event details, and how to qualify online before the series begins.
WSOP Circuit Malta 2026 — Key Facts
- Dates: September 25 – October 5, 2026 (11 days)
- Venue: Casino Malta, St. Julian’s, Malta
- Ring events: 12 official WSOP Circuit Gold Ring events
- Main Event: €1,500 buy-in, running September 30 – October 4
- Ring winner reward: Every gold ring winner receives a $5,000 WSOP Paradise 2026 package (buy-in + hotel accommodation)
- Online satellite partner: GGPoker, with qualifiers running from August 10, 2026
This marks the WSOP Circuit’s landmark debut in Malta, and organizers expect a strong turnout of players from across Europe given the island’s flight connectivity and established reputation as a poker destination — Casino Malta has previously hosted the Battle of Malta, one of Europe’s largest recreational poker festivals.
Full WSOP Circuit Malta 2026 Schedule
| Date | Event | Buy-in | Format |
| Sept 25 (12:30 PM & 8:00 PM) | Event #1: NLH Mini Main – Flights A & B | €300 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 26 (12:30 PM & 8:00 PM) | Event #1: NLH Mini Main – Flights C & D | €300 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 27 (12:30 PM) | Event #2: NLH Seniors (Ages 50+) | €550 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 27 (2:00 PM) | Event #3: NLH Mystery Bounty – Flight A | €550 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 27 (8:00 PM) | Event #4: NLH Colossus – Flight A | €300 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 28 (12:30 PM) | Event #3: NLH Mystery Bounty – Flight B | €550 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 28 (1:00 PM) | Event #5: NLH Ladies Event | €300 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 28 (8:00 PM) | Event #3: NLH Mystery Bounty – Flight C | €550 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 29 (12:00 PM) | Event #6: NLH Knockout | €500 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 29 (3:00 PM) | Event #7: NLH High Roller | €2,500 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 29 (8:00 PM) | Event #4: NLH Colossus – Flight B | €300 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 30 (12:30 PM) | Event #8: NLH Main Event – Flight A | €1,500 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Sept 30 (8:00 PM) | Event #4: NLH Colossus – Flight C | €300 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Oct 1 (12:30 PM) | Event #8: NLH Main Event – Flight B | €1,500 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Oct 1 (8:00 PM) | Event #4: NLH Colossus – Flight D | €300 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Oct 2 (12:30 PM & 8:00 PM) | Event #8: NLH Main Event – Flights C & D | €1,500 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Oct 3 (3:00 PM) | Event #9: NLH Deepstack | €1,000 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Oct 3 (7:00 PM) | Event #10: Pot-Limit Omaha | €550 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Oct 3 (8:00 PM) | Event #4: NLH Colossus – Flight E | €300 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Oct 4 (2:00 PM) | Event #11: NLH Superstack | €400 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Oct 4 (8:00 PM) | Event #4: NLH Colossus – Flight F | €300 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
| Oct 5 (3:00 PM) | Event #12: NLH Bigstack | €350 | Unlimited Re-Entry |
All events run with unlimited re-entry. Times are local (Malta, CET).
The €1,500 Main Event
The centerpiece of the series is Event #8: the €1,500 WSOP Circuit Malta Main Event, running across four starting flights from September 30 to October 4. Players carry a 50,000-chip starting stack with 40-minute levels on Flights A–C, with late registration open through the end of Level 12. As with every WSOP Circuit Main Event, the champion earns a gold ring, the largest payday of the series, and an invitation to the WSOP Circuit Championship pathway.
How to Qualify Online: GGPoker Satellites
Since this is the WSOP Circuit’s first-ever Malta stop, GGPoker launched an exclusive online qualification path starting August 10, 2026, giving players worldwide a low-cost route into the Main Event:
- Entry point: Daily freerolls, completely free to enter
- Step satellites: Real-money buy-ins starting at just €5
- WSOP Malta Super Satellites: €150 buy-in, running weekly every Sunday, awarding direct €1,500 Main Event seats
- Prize: Winning a seat covers the Main Event buy-in
According to GGPoker Managing Director Sarne Lightman, the satellite program is designed to give the platform’s global community a way to “win their way to a world-class festival” without needing the full buy-in up front. Casino Malta General Manager Slawomir Switalski added that the venue is proud to partner with GGPoker and the WSOP Circuit to welcome players from across Europe for the historic debut.
Why Malta Matters for the WSOP Circuit
Malta’s addition to the international WSOP Circuit calendar reflects the tour’s continued expansion beyond the U.S., following stops across Europe, Canada, and other international destinations in 2026. St. Julian’s offers strong flight connectivity, late-summer weather, and an established poker infrastructure thanks to events like the Battle of Malta, making it a natural fit for the Circuit’s European growth.
Every one of the 12 gold ring winners in Malta also picks up a $5,000 package to WSOP Paradise 2026, tying this inaugural stop directly into the broader WSOP Circuit Championship pathway.
FAQs
1. When is the WSOP Circuit Malta 2026 taking place?
The WSOP Circuit Malta 2026 runs from September 25 to October 5, 2026, at Casino Malta in St. Julian’s.
2. How much is the WSOP Circuit Malta Main Event buy-in?
The Main Event has a €1,500 buy-in and features four starting flights running from September 30 to October 2.
3. How many gold ring events are scheduled for WSOP Circuit Malta 2026?
The festival features 12 official WSOP Circuit Gold Ring events, including the €1,500 Main Event, High Roller, Mystery Bounty and Pot-Limit Omaha events.
4. How can players qualify for the WSOP Circuit Malta Main Event online?
Players can qualify through GGPoker satellites, including free daily freerolls, €5 step satellites and €150 Super Satellites that award direct Main Event seats.
5. What does a WSOP Circuit Malta gold ring winner receive?
Each gold ring winner receives a $5,000 WSOP Paradise 2026 package, including the tournament buy-in and hotel accommodation.
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