PokerStars Open Philadelphia 2026 returns with bigger stakes and $10 qualifiers
The PokerStars Open Philadelphia is returning in 2026 with a packed schedule of high-stakes tournaments. After a successful 2025 event that smashed guarantees and crowned a new champion, players can now qualify online for as little as $10.
The 2025 festival marked PokerStars' first North American stop, drawing strong interest. The $500,000-guaranteed Main Event alone attracted 1,154 entries—more than double the expected field. Edward Leonard emerged as the champion, securing $147,806 and the prestigious spade trophy.
Other highlights included a $10,000-guaranteed Women's Event and a $50,000-guaranteed PokerStars Cup. The series also featured over $550,000 in total prize guarantees, with many players winning coveted trophies.
The 2026 edition will run from March 16–23 at Live! Casino & Hotel in Philadelphia. Organisers have promised a similar lineup, including satellite qualifiers starting at just $10 online.
With growing participation—1,287 players entered the 2024 Main Event—the festival continues to expand. The 2026 series aims to build on past success, offering both high-value tournaments and accessible entry routes. Registration details and full schedules will be released in the coming months.
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