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Festival Poker Series 2026 unveils expanded schedule with new €1100 mixed-game tournament

From Bratislava’s high-stakes showdown to fresh online battles, next year’s lineup redefines poker excitement. Will the reigning champ hold his ground?

In this image it seems like there is a big hall in which the people are playing the chess. Their is...
In this image it seems like there is a big hall in which the people are playing the chess. Their is a table on which there is a chess board and coins on it. On the top there are curtains,posters,window. There is a calendar attached to the wall. There are two people playing the chess with each other.

Festival Poker Series 2026 unveils expanded schedule with new €1100 mixed-game tournament

The Festival poker series has revealed its plans for the 2026 season. The schedule includes four major stops, three weekend specials, and two online events. A new €1100 buy-in mixed-game tournament will also debut next year.

The 2026 season kicks off in Bratislava from February 23 to March 1. Banco Casino will host the first event, where 2024 Main Event champion Sebastian Kotowicz will defend his title.

The Festival’s 2026 calendar brings more variety with new games and a Player of The Year race. The season begins in Bratislava, where Kotowicz aims to retain his Main Event crown. Organisers have confirmed four major stops and two online series as part of the schedule.

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