The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has released the daily event schedule for its 57th annual series, confirming a return to Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas on the iconic Las Vegas Strip.
The 2026 edition will award 100 gold bracelets and begin May 26, launching what organizers describe as a revamped summer lineup designed to build on the momentum of 2025’s record-breaking season. Last year’s series was highlighted by Michael Mizrachi capturing the Main Event title and its $10 million top prize.
The centerpiece of the summer, the $10,000 No-Limit Hold’em World Championship, widely known as the “Main Event”, begins July 2. Play continues through July 13, when the final table will be set. Details regarding final table play dates and broadcast coverage are expected to be announced later.
WSOP officials also confirmed a free daily livestream will air on the official WSOP YouTube channel from May 26 until the start of the Main Event. The broadcasts will originate from a redesigned television set inside Paris Las Vegas and feature a lineup of prominent poker commentators.
Among the marquee tournaments on the 2026 schedule are Event #7, the $25,000 Heads-Up No-Limit Hold’em Championship on May 29; Event #18, the $1,500 Monster Stack No-Limit Hold’em on June 3; Event #34, the $500 Colossus No-Limit Hold’em on June 10; Event #41, the $250,000 Super High Roller No-Limit Hold’em on June 13; Event #47, the $25,000 High Roller Pot-Limit Omaha on June 15; Event #50, the $1,500 Millionaire Maker No-Limit Hold’em on June 17; Event #60, the $50,000 Poker Players Championship on June 21; and Event #63, the $1,000 Mystery Millions No-Limit Hold’em on June 23.
Organizers have also added additional starting flights to several popular bracelet events, giving players more opportunities to enter than in previous years.
The 2026 schedule also introduces several new tournaments, including Event #1, the $550 Mini Mystery Millions on May 26 with a $1 million bounty prize guarantee; Event #11, the $10,000 GGMillion$ High Roller on May 31; Event #16, the $1,700 U.S. Circuit Championship on June 2; Event #53, the $1,500 Five-Card Pot-Limit Omaha on June 18; and Event #91, the $1,500 “Pick Your PLO” Dealer’s Choice format on July 9.
For the first time, a WSOP Circuit series will run concurrently with the closing days of the bracelet schedule, beginning July 14 and continuing through July 25. Officials say the addition ensures tournament action in Las Vegas continues uninterrupted.
“As we saw in 2025, thousands of incredible stories are waiting to be told at the World Series of Poker,” said Ty Stewart, Chief Executive Officer of WSOP. “We’re more committed than ever to being poker’s unquestioned biggest stage and to shining a brighter spotlight on our favorite game.”
Jack Effel, Senior Vice President of Poker Operations at Caesars Entertainment, said the 2026 series promises expanded opportunities for players from the opening shuffle to the crowning of the Main Event champion. “Our favorite time of year is around the corner, and we cannot wait to once again welcome the poker world back to the Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas,” he commented.
Daniel Negreanu, GGPoker Global Ambassador and seven-time WSOP bracelet winner, highlighted expanded satellite pathways for international and U.S. players seeking entry into the summer’s events. “GGPoker’s WSOP Express satellites allow enthusiasts all over the world to follow in the footsteps of their heroes,” he added.
Tournament details are now available via the WSOP+ mobile app, with registration for summer events opening soon. Players who previously verified their identity during the 2025 series will not need to repeat the process unless personal information or payment methods have changed.
Discounted room rates will be available across Caesars Entertainment properties in Las Vegas for stays between May 26 and July 25, 2026.
The 2026 series will also feature an enhanced Player of the Year (POY) competition, with $1 million in total awards distributed among contenders. The overall winner will receive a $100,000 package to WSOP Paradise 2026. The POY race officially begins at the 2026 World Series of Poker Europe, scheduled for March 31 through April 12 in Prague, Czechia.
Original article: https://www.yogonet.com/international/news/2026/02/18/117640-world-series-of-poker-unveils-2026-las-vegas-schedule
