WSOP 2025

Just as last year, the World Series of Poker (WSOP) will be jointly hosted by two venues, after the success of Bally’s and Paris casinos over the past two years. While Paris remains as it is, Bally’s has since undergone something of a makeover in recent times, having been transformed into the Horseshoe Las Vegas in 2023.

The infamous Thunderdome is ever-present at the Horseshoe but the TV cameras will descend on both venues, with most of the final table coverage screened on CBS Sports – who have retained the broadcast rights – and coming directly from the Thunderdome at the Horseshoe. Just like in 2024, the iconic Paris Ballroom with once again host the majority of the Day 1’s, inspiring players of all levels inside one of the best poker rooms in the world.

With over 150,000 square feet available between Paris and the Horseshoe Las Vegas, over 600 poker tables will play host to the action, with organizers expecting a record attendance in 2025 to build on the incredible player fields seen 12 months ago.

HORSESHOE LAS VEGAS HOTEL

Changing its name from the MGM Grand Hotel to Bally’s in 1986, the building initially built in 1973 has been part of the Caesars’ Entertainment empire for half a century and has changed look too, with the iconic ‘Horseshoe’ branding prevalent throughout the new grounds, along with Poker Hall of Fame displays.

PARIS LAS VEGAS

Paris Las Vegas opened on September 1, 1999 as part of the growth of Bally’s Las Vegas. There were originally plans for a full-scale replica of the Eiffel Tower, though this was soon scrapped after discovering that it would interfere with the nearby Harry Reid Airport. So instead, they settled on a 1:2 scale model to go alongside their 3:2 scale L’Arc de Triomphe. Even with the scaled-down models, Paris Las Vegas is a must-see for any visitors to Sin City.

World Series of Poker (WSOP)

2025 SCHEDULE

This year’s WSOP schedule will have 100 live bracelet events to match last year and an online series that will run simultaneously. However, if you’re planning on playing the online series, it can only be accessed on WSOP.com if you’re in Nevada, New Jersey, Pennsylvania or Michigan. This represents a growth of four states from just one in 2022.

WIN YOUR WAY INTO THE MAIN EVENT

The 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is going a very special year of events, as there is a unique prize on offer. Last year’s WSOP Main Event, which cost $10,000 to play, saw American Jonathan Tamayo win a top prize of $10 million as he took the title of World Champion.

“We had hoped to continue to break records last year, and we did – the WSOP Main Event was bigger than ever,” Ty Stewart, the WSOP’s CEO said in announcing this year’s schedule in the official press release. “In 2025, the WSOP schedule is better again, with something for everyone who loves the game. There’s nothing like summer in Las Vegas and we’re ready to welcome players to the biggest and best WSOP of all time!”

World Series of Poker (WSOP) 2025 MAIN EVENT DATES

This year’s World Championship of poker, $10,000 to enter, begins July 3 with Day 1a, the first of four Day 1 starting flights. Last year, the tournament broke a record that had stood just 12 months when 10,112 people played the Main Event, breaking the 2024 record of 10,043 entrants. Jonathan Tamayo’s victory, a controversial one with his team of supporters running real-time GTO programs to help him, changed poker, as the WSOP banned technological help on the rail from then on. Nevertheless, this year’s attendance might break new ground, and the record may fall again. The 2024 WSOP Main Event runs from July 2-16.

The Main Event will begin as the series itself starts to near its end, with Day 1a taking place on beginning on Wednesday July 2 and the final day of the Final Table playing down to a new world champion on Wednesday July 16 inside the Thunderdome at the Horseshoe Las Vegas.

There are four starting Day 1 flights, each of which will be played over the first four consecutive days of the Main Event, starting at 12 pm, with five 2-hour levels comprising each Day 1. Each player starts with 60,000 chips, and the blinds start at 100/200 with a 200 chip BB ante.

Players who reach Day 2 from flights 1a, 1b and 1c will play on the fifth day of action, Day 2abc on Sunday July 6. Players who progress from Day 1d will play on Day 2d before all the remaining players converge on Day 3, which takes place on Tuesday, July 8. There is only one day off scheduled for the day preceding the final table of nine players.

Players have the opportunity to register for the tournament until the end of the second level on either Day 2abc or Day 2d and the WSOP Main Event final table will be played over two days, July 15 and 16 with the winner being crowned on July 16.

2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) MAIN EVENT:

Check out our 2025 WSOP Main Event page for more information on poker’s most-famous tournament.

2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit & Exciting Events

Some of the other highlights of the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) include the $1,500-entry ‘MILLIONAIRE MAKER’ (June 18), $50,000 buy-in Poker Players Championship (June 24) and $10,000 buy-in Pot-Limit Omaha Championship (June 28). Others unmissable events include the $1,000-entry Mystery Millions, which is the opening event of this year’s 100 bracelet events, with a guaranteed $1,000,000 first place and guaranteed $1,000,000 top bounty. Players who eliminate another player will draw tickets for up to $1 million from Day 2 onwards.

World Series of Poker (WSOP) Satellite Tournaments

Satellite tournaments are organized into various tiers, each offering distinct opportunities for players. In Tier 1 satellites, winning a single tournament grants entry into the desired target tournament, such as the prestigious Main Event. Tier 2, provides a chance to win a seat in a Tier 1 satellite. This tiered structure can extend further, with multiple tiers leading up to participation in the main tournament.

The presence of additional tiers offers players a cost-effective path to the target tournament, although it requires winning multiple tournaments along the way. It’s worth noting that Tier 4 and Tier 5 satellites often have entry fees below $1, enabling players to enter multiple times without incurring significant expenses, increasing the chances of a fortunate streak.

At present, WSOP.com and GGPoker host the only online satellite tournaments for this year’s Main Event. However, as the summer approaches, it is highly likely that numerous U.S.-facing platforms will also offer opportunities for players to satellite their way into the Main Event and live casinos are putting league winners into the World Championship all year round locally.

See the full list of tournaments you can register for and earn your way to the Main Event at our WSOP Satellites page

World Series of Poker (WSOP) Registration for 2025

If you’re interested in playing an event at this year’s World Series of Poker (WSOP), you can register for events either in-person or online. US players will just need to bring their ID, whereas non-US players will need to bring their ID and a formal proof of address (such as a bank statement or utility bill).

The main registration area is located in the Champagne Ballroom, near the front end of the Paris Convention Center. Opening from Tuesday, May 27 at 9:00am, it will remain open 24 hours a day, non-stop through July 16 as players can register for events at any time of the day or night.

Guests are required to present valid picture identification, along with their Caesars Rewards card and payment to enter events. Loyalty Card: All players are required to have a Caesars Rewards loyalty card to enter World Series of Poker (WSOP) events. To obtain a card for new players, or to request a reprint of your card if you have previously signed up for one, players can visit the Player Services area in the Champagne Ballroom or visit one of the card reprint kiosks. A valid picture identification such as a state-issued driver license or a country-issued passport is required for a Caesars Rewards card.

It is important to note, players who lost or forgot to bring their physical Caesars Rewards card with them to the World Series of Poker (WSOP), should request a re-print of their card and not a new card. Caesars Rewards re-print kiosks will also be available in the Champagne Ballroom, allowing those a quick way to get a physical card when that’s the only need they have.

ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP)

This year, online registration is once again handled by WSOP vendor Bravo Poker Live. Beating the queues by registering online, you’ll need to play attention to the deadlines that apply for bracelet events. These are easy to follow and make sense for each tournament, with three easy ways you can pay for your event entry online:

• Wire Transfer – This method can be used for all buy-in levels, but you must register at least 14 days before the start of the tournament to be eligible to use it.
• Credit Card – This option is only available for buy-ins of $10,000 and under. The accepted card types are Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Your card will need verification before it can be used, but you can use it until the end of the series once you’ve done so.
• ACH – This method can only be used for buy-ins of under $10,000.
  Pre-registration is already available, so if you’re looking to head down to the WSOP this year, why not save yourself the headache and register online.

THE 2025 WORLD SERIES OF POKER EUROPE (WSOPE)

The World Series of Poker will return to King’s Casino in Rozvadov on the border between Czech Republic and Germany again in 2025, with 15 bracelet events. The town has been the host of the WSOPE since 2017, and the partnership looks stronger than ever.

The World Series of Poker Europe (WSOP Europe) will return to King’s Casino in Rozvadov, Czech Republic, from September 12 to October 8, 2025, featuring 15 gold bracelet events, such as the €10,350 buy-in Main Event with a €6,000,000 guaranteed prizepool.

The Stakes Are Set. The Stage Is Yours.

From the neon glow of the Paris Ballroom to the electrifying roar of the Thunderdome at the Horseshoe, the 2025 World Series of Poker is more than a tournament series — it’s a pilgrimage for poker lovers, dreamers, and champions in the making. Whether you’re grinding satellites with $1 entries or eyeing the glory of a Main Event bracelet, there’s a seat waiting with your name on it.

Las Vegas is ready. The cameras are rolling. The cards are about to fly.

Want more details on how to get there, what to play, and how to win your seat? Check out our dedicated pages for the WSOP Schedule, WSOP Main Event, and WSOP Satellites to plan your 2025 summer at the felt.