The year 2025 is set to be an exhilarating period for poker and casino enthusiasts, with a plethora of events scheduled worldwide. From prestigious tournaments to emerging series, players of all levels have numerous opportunities to participate and showcase their skills. Below is a comprehensive overview of notable upcoming events in the poker and casino landscape for 2025.
1. World Series of Poker (WSOP) 2025
- Dates: May 27 – July 16, 2025
- Location: Horseshoe and Paris Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
- Overview: The WSOP remains the pinnacle of poker tournaments, attracting players globally. While the official schedule is pending release, the series traditionally features a variety of events, culminating in the prestigious Main Event.
2. European Poker Tour (EPT) 2025
- EPT Paris
- Dates: February 12 – 23, 2025
- Location: Le Palais des Congrès, Paris, France
- Overview: Returning for its third year, EPT Paris has become a favorite among players, offering a blend of high-stakes action and Parisian charm.
- EPT Monte-Carlo
- Dates: April 30 – May 10, 2025
- Location: Monte-Carlo Casino, Monte Carlo, Monaco
- Overview: Known for its elegance, EPT Monte-Carlo provides a luxurious setting for intense poker competition.
- EPT Barcelona
- Dates: August 18 – 31, 2025
- Location: Casino Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Overview: A staple on the EPT circuit, Barcelona offers a vibrant atmosphere and has historically attracted large player fields.
3. World Poker Tour (WPT) Season 23
- WPT Rolling Thunder
- Dates: March 16 – 19, 2025
- Location: Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Lincoln, California, USA
- Buy-in: $3,500
- Overview: A key stop on the WPT circuit, offering players a chance to compete in a prestigious event.
- WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown
- Dates: April 4 – 8, 2025
- Location: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, Florida, USA
- Buy-in: $3,500
- Overview: Known for its large fields and substantial prize pools, this event is a highlight of the WPT schedule.
4. PokerStars Open 2025
- PokerStars Open Campione
- Dates: March 10 – 16, 2025
- Location: Casinò di Campione, Italy
- Buy-in: €1,100
- Overview: Part of the newly launched PokerStars Open series, this event features a €1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool.
- Irish Poker Open
- Dates: April 10 – 21, 2025
- Location: Royal Dublin Society, Dublin, Ireland
- Buy-in: €1,150
- Overview: A historic tournament with a €2,500,000 guaranteed prize pool, attracting players from around the globe.
5. Asian Poker Tour (APT) 2025
- APT Manila Classic 2025
- Dates: February 7 – 16, 2025
- Location: Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, Manila, Philippines
- Main Event Buy-in: ₱60,000 (~US$1,000)
- Overview: Featuring a ₱60,000,000 (~US$1,000,000) guaranteed prize pool, subject to regulatory approval.
- APT Taipei 2025 I
- Dates: April 25 – May 4, 2025
- Location: Red Point Business Center, Taipei, Taiwan
- Overview: APT's expansion into Taipei offers players a new venue to showcase their skills.
6. RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) 2025
- Jamul Casino San Diego
- Dates: February 18 – 23, 2025
- Location: Jamul Casino, San Diego, California, USA
- Overview: Part of the RGPS, known for its player-friendly structures and welcoming atmosphere.
- Horseshoe Tunica
- Dates: March 11 – 16, 2025
- Location: Horseshoe Tunica, Tunica, Mississippi, USA
