PokerStars has bolstered its 2026 live event lineup with the addition of two primary stops. The iconic EPT Prague is set to return to the Hilton Prague from December 2–13, while a brand-new PokerStars Open event will make its debut in Aix-en-Provence, France, this November.
Leaderboard Lifts and Million-Euro Pools
Both stops will offer critical points for the PokerStars Live League, a three-tier leaderboard system. The operator has committed over €150,000 in end-of-year credits for top finishers, alongside a dedicated €100,000 freeroll at the first EPT of 2027 for the top 30 players in each tier.
Prague remains a flagship highlight for the tour. Last year’s Main Event in the Czech capital drew over 1,200 entries, generating a prize pool exceeding €5.9 million. The 11-day festival this year will feature the High Roller and the EPT Main Event as headline attractions.
Strategic Partnership with Texapoker
The new French stop in Aix-en-Provence (Nov 2–8) will run in collaboration with Texapoker at the Pasino GRAND Partouche.
Cédric Billot, Associate Director of Live Events at PokerStars, expressed high expectations for EPT Prague:
“We’re delighted to bring players two more incredible live events and welcome the return of EPT Prague. Each stop offers a unique experience and world-class competition and strengthens an already exciting 2026 schedule. We look forward to welcoming everyone for another standout year of live poker.”
These dates join previously confirmed stops in Monte Carlo, Namur, Malaga, and Barcelona, finalizing one of the most comprehensive live poker calendars in the operator’s history.
