World Poker Tour
World Poker Tour: Where Poker Legends Are Made
World Poker Tour
Global. Prestigious. Thrilling
The WPT brings high-stakes poker and star power to iconic destinations worldwide. Every event is packed with big moments, top talent, and unforgettable action.
The World Poker Tour brings top-tier poker action to players all over the globe. Famous faces, epic hands, and high-stakes drama light up every stop. WPT events offer big prize pools and true chances for poker greatness. It’s where champions are crowned and legends are born.
World Poker Tour
The World Poker Tour (WPT) is a true powerhouse in the world of poker, known for its dazzling tournaments, massive prize pools, and worldwide appeal. Since its launch in 2002, the WPT has brought the excitement of the game to TV screens everywhere, making legends out of players and creating unforgettable moments at the felt. For many poker fans, it’s the tour that defines what big-time tournament action is all about.
What really sets the WPT apart is the electric atmosphere and sense of prestige at every stop. From Las Vegas to Monte Carlo, every event attracts a mix of seasoned pros, celebrity amateurs, and ambitious newcomers—all gunning for life-changing money and a place in poker history. The WPT’s signature final tables, often broadcast live with expert commentary, serve up epic bluffs, jaw-dropping hero calls, and plenty of drama for fans to enjoy.
Beyond just the cards and chips, the WPT is a community. It’s where new friendships are made, poker dreams are realized, and stories from the tables echo long after the cards are down. Whether you’re a casual player looking for your first big shot or a veteran grinding the circuit, the WPT offers that perfect blend of competition, excitement, and camaraderie that truly makes poker special.
Upcoming Events
North Cyprus International, Catolkoy / August 19 - 24, 2026
Phnom Penh, Cambodia / August 20 - 24, 2026
Request InformationThe WPT Cambodia Passport to the World Championship returns to NagaWorld Integrated Resort in Phnom Penh from August 20–24, 2026, featuring a $1,300 Main Event with a $500,000 guaranteed prize pool. As the crown jewel of a massive 70-event festival running August 12–24 with $1 million in total guarantees, this stop serves as a direct qualifying route to the season-ending WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas. Set in Cambodia's premier casino resort along the Mekong River, this is the ultimate Southeast Asian poker destination for anyone looking to punch their ticket to the WPT's biggest stage.
Jacksonville, Florida | September 4 - 9, 2026
Request InformationThe WPT bestbet Scramble Championship returns to bestbet Jacksonville from September 4–9, 2026, featuring a $5,000 buy-in Main Event with a $1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool. The championship headlines a massive poker festival running from August 20 through September 9, culminating in a livestreamed final table on September 9. Set at one of Florida's premier poker destinations, this stop delivers big-field action and a WPT title in the heart of the Sunshine State.
Pyrmont NSW, Austrailia / September 17 - 22, 2026
Request InformationThe WPT Prime Australia Championship takes over The Star Sydney in Pyrmont from September 17–22, 2026, featuring a $1,500 AUD buy-in and a $1,250,000 AUD guaranteed prize pool. Set at Sydney's premier casino destination overlooking Darling Harbour, this is poker with an iconic Australian backdrop.
Pyrmont NSW, Austrailia / September 24 - 30, 2026
Request InformationThe WPT Australia Championship takes over The Star Sydney in Pyrmont from September 24–30, 2026, featuring a $5,000 AUD buy-in Main Event as the crown jewel of the 20-day WPT Australia festival. The championship final table will be livestreamed against the iconic Darling Harbour backdrop, making it the premier fall stop for anyone chasing a WPT title Down Under.
Round Park, Texas / October 8 -12, 2026
Request InformationThe WPT Prime Lodge Championship returns to The Lodge Card Club in the Austin area from October 8–12, 2026, featuring a $1,100 buy-in Main Event with a $1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool. Co-founded by poker legend Doug Polk, The Lodge delivers a world-class player experience with deep structures, huge fields, and the unmistakable energy of the Texas live poker scene.
North Cyprus International, Catolkoy / October 15 - 19, 2026
Request InformationThe WPT Prime Cyprus Championship returns to the Chamada Prestige Hotel & Casino in Kyrenia, North Cyprus from October 15–19, 2026, featuring a $1,100 buy-in Main Event with a $1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool. With the stunning backdrop of Kyrenia's historic harbor and coastline.
San Jose, California / October 23 - 27, 2026
Request InformationThe WPT Bay 101 Shooting Star Championship returns to San Jose from October 23–27, 2026, bringing one of the most iconic events on the WPT calendar back to Bay 101 Casino in the heart of Silicon Valley.
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