World Series of Poker 2026 Schedule Revealed: New Events and Key Highlights

Lucas Dunn
By: Lucas Dunn
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Key Takeaways

  • WSOP Main Event begins on July 2 with a $10,000 buy-in
  • Free daily broadcasts will run on YouTube from May 26
  • Expanded satellite schedule allows more players to qualify

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has unveiled its complete daily event schedule for the 57th edition, set to take place at the Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas from May 26 to July 25, 2026. The highly anticipated $10,000 No-Limit Hold’em World Championship, commonly known as the Main Event, will commence on July 2.

Players will compete until the final table is reached on July 13, with further details regarding the final table and its broadcast yet to be announced. This year promises to deliver thrilling action and unforgettable moments for poker fans worldwide.

Key WSOP 2026 Events and Tournament Highlights

The 2026 WSOP features an impressive lineup of events, including the Heads Up No-Limit Hold’em Championship, which starts on May 29 with a $25,000 buy-in. Other notable tournaments include:

Event

Date

Buy-in

MONSTER STACK No-Limit Hold’em

June 3

$1,500

COLOSSUS No-Limit Hold’em

June 10

$500

Super High Roller No-Limit Hold’em

June 13

$250,000

High Roller Pot-Limit Omaha

June 15

$25,000

MILLIONAIRE MAKER No-Limit Hold’em

June 17

$1,500

Poker Players Championship

June 21

$50,000

Mystery Millions No-Limit Hold’em

June 23

$1,000

New events are also on the schedule, such as the Mini Mystery Millions No-Limit Hold’em, which features a $550 buy-in and a $1 million bounty prize guarantee, starting May 26. The GGMillion$ High Roller, with a $10,000 buy-in and two starting flights, will take place on May 31. Another exciting addition is the US Circuit Championship No-Limit Hold’em on June 2, priced at $1,700, following the success of WSOP Paradise.

WSOP 2026 Streaming, Broadcast, and Player Access

WSOP will enhance the experience for both players and fans with a free daily broadcast on its official YouTube channel starting May 26, leading up to the Main Event.

This stream will showcase the newly upgraded set at Paris Las Vegas and feature renowned commentators, making the action accessible to a global audience.

Daniel Negreanu, GGPoker Global Ambassador, emphasized the importance of these broadcasts, stating, “We want to see you taking your shot at the gold in 2026!”

The WSOP 2026 schedule also adds several additional flights to popular bracelet events, ensuring more players can participate. Players who verified their identity for WSOP 2025 do not need to re-verify unless their personal information or payment method changes.

WSOP 2026 Set for Historic Summer Series

With 100 WSOP events scheduled, including both classic and new format tournaments, the festival promises to be a landmark occasion in poker history. The anticipation surrounding the return of the Main Event and new competitions set the stage for a thrilling season. As WSOP CEO Ty Stewart noted, the series is a platform for “thousands of incredible stories,” making it poker’s “unquestioned biggest stage.”

Lucas Michael Dunn is a prolific iGaming content writer with 8+ years of experience dissecting it all, from game and casino reviews to industry news, blogs, and guides. A psychology graduate and painter that transitioned into the iGaming world, his articles depend on proven data and tested insights to educate readers on the best gambling approaches. Beyond iGaming content craftsmanship, Lucas is an avid advocate for responsible play, focusing on empowering players to strike a balance between thrill and informed choices.