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Sun, Sand, and Six-Figure Scores: The EPT Barcelona 2026 Preview
- EPT Barcelona 2026 takes place from August 16-29 at Casino Barcelona.
- Key events include the €5,300 Main Event and €100,000 Super High Roller.
- The festival offers diverse poker formats appealing to various player levels.
Barcelona isn't just a stop on the circuit; it's a massive, two-week celebration of everything that makes live poker great. As the oldest and most successful stop on the European Poker Tour, the 2026 festival (August 16–29) is expected to draw thousands of players to the luxurious Casino Barcelona.
With the 2025 Main Event nearly reaching the 2,100-entry mark, the energy surrounding this year’s "Summer Smash" is undeniable, offering a rare blend of elite competition and a world-class beach vacation.
The Jewel in the Crown: The €5,300 Main Event
The EPT Barcelona Main Event is the one every player wants on their resume. Beginning on August 22, this deep-stacked marathon is famous for its diverse, international field and its life-changing prize pools.
Last year’s winner famously parlayed a standard entry into a €1.4 million payday, and with the tour’s popularity continuing to surge, 2026 could see even larger numbers.
For those looking to qualify on a budget, a robust satellite schedule will be running both online and at Casino Barcelona throughout the festival.
Mystery Bounties and High-Flying Action
If you prefer a more immediate reward for your knockouts, the €3,250 EPT Mystery Bounty is the event to watch. It’s a format that has revolutionized the tour, turning every elimination into a potential lottery win.
Meanwhile, the €100,000 Super High Roller will attract the biggest names in the game, providing a showcase of world-class strategy under the lights. Whether you're grinding the PokerStars Cup (€825) or taking a shot at the €10,300 High Roller, there’s a trophy for every level of player in the Catalonian sun.
EPT & PokerStars Open: Must-Play Events
| Date | Tournament | Buy-In |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 16–22 | PokerStars Open Main Event | €1,650 |
| Aug 20–21 | PokerStars Cup | €825 |
| Aug 21–23 | EPT Super High Roller | €100,000 |
| Aug 22–29 | EPT Main Event | €5,300 |
| Aug 25–27 | EPT Mystery Bounty | €3,250 |
| Aug 27–29 | EPT High Roller | €10,300 |
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