Irish Poker Open 2027: dates, schedule, and venue in Dublin

The Irish Poker Open 2027 will take place from March 18 to 29 in Dublin. Find out more about the oldest poker tournament in Europe and its schedule.

The organizers of Europe’s longest-running poker series — the Irish Poker Open — have already announced the dates and schedule for the 2027 festival. The 48th edition of the series will take place in 2027, with the Royal Dublin Society in Dublin once again set to host the event. The festival will run from March 18 to 29, featuring 48 official tournaments — a number that symbolically matches the season. Irish Poker Open: Traditions and Scale The Irish Poker Open is the oldest poker tournament in Europe, drawing thousands of players from around the world every year. The Main Event is the highlight of the schedule, alongside tournaments with large guarantees and unique formats. In 2027, the series will once again partner with industry giants such as PokerStars, Paddy Power, and the iPoker network, ensuring top-tier organization and extensive online satellite qualification opportunities. Series co-organizer Paul O’Reilly noted that in 2027, the Irish Poker Open will coincide with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, which take place just before the festival kicks off. According to him, this will be the perfect start to the poker festivities, since “while the whole world celebrates just one St. Patrick’s Day, Irish Open participants will get thirteen!” Irish Poker Open 2027 Schedule: 48 Tournaments and Record Guarantees The 2027 festival will run from March 18 to 29 at the Royal Dublin Society, with a total of 48 tournaments on the schedule — one for each year since the series began. Last year (2026), the festival saw over 32,000 entries and a total prize pool exceeding €15.5 million. The Main Event alone, with a €1,150 buy-in, awarded €4,852,910 in prizes, with hundreds of players making the money. The 2026 Main Event champion was Narcis Nedelcu from Romania, who claimed the title and €336,798 after a five-way deal at the final table. For 2027, organizers are once again guaranteeing a €2,500,000 prize pool for the Main Event, with the same €1,150 buy-in. With growing interest and a robust schedule of online satellites, the number of entries is expected to surpass last year’s record of 5,003. In 2026, more than 1,600 players qualified for the Main Event through online satellites, and in 2027, qualifiers will start from as little as €1. This opens the door for players with even the smallest bankrolls to take a shot at Europe’s biggest tournament. Two €1,000,000 Guarantee Tournaments: Luxon Mystery Bounty and Mini Irish Open In addition to the Main Event with its €2.5 million guarantee, the Irish Poker Open 2027 schedule features two more tournaments, each boasting a guaranteed prize pool of €1,000,000. Luxon Mystery Bounty (€1,150): The first of the million-euro tournaments kicks off on March 18 at 12:00. In the Mystery Bounty format, part of the prize pool is distributed as random bounties for knocking out opponents. In 2026, this event attracted 1,175 entries and a prize pool of €1,139,750. Tudor Lazar took the title, earning €110,700 including bounties. Mini Irish Open (€250): The second seven-figure guarantee event is the Mini Irish Open, with a €250 buy-in. It starts on March 18 at 18:00 and features 14 starting flights. Last year, this tournament drew 7,349 entries and a prize pool of €1,532,634. The champion was Sami Agel from Luxembourg, who took home €150,855 after a heads-up deal with David Penly, who received €117,195. Both tournaments attract attention not only for their affordable buy-ins, but also for the chance to win significant prizes — even for players without much experience or a large bankroll. Prize Pools and Results of Key Irish Poker Open 2026 Events To illustrate the scale of the series, here are the detailed results of last year’s main tournaments: Main Event (€1,150): - Prize pool: €4,852,910 - Winner: Narcis Nedelcu (Romania) — €336,798 (after a five-way deal) Luxon Mystery Bounty (€1,150): - Entries: 1,175 - Prize pool: €1,139,750 - Winner: Tudor Lazar — €110,700 (including bounties) Mini Irish Open (€250): - Entries: 7,349 - Prize pool: €1,532,634 - Winner: Sami Agel (Luxembourg) — €150,855 (after a heads-up deal) - Runner-up: David Penly — €117,195 These numbers confirm that the Irish Poker Open is one of the most attractive series for players of all levels, with prize pools and entries growing steadily year after year. Series Partners and Online Qualification Opportunities The Irish Poker Open 2027 is once again supported by PokerStars, Paddy Power, and the iPoker network. This means players can qualify for the series’ main events through online satellites, starting from just €1. In 2026, more than 1,600 players secured their seats via these online qualifiers, significantly increasing the festival’s international reach and scale. Partnerships with leading poker brands also guarantee a high level of organization, transparency, and security for all tournaments. For players, this is a great opportunity to reach Europe’s biggest poker event without leaving home until the final stage. Key Dates and Festival Structure March 18, 2027: The first of five starting days for the Luxon Mystery Bounty (€1,150) March 18, 2027, 18:00: The first of 14 starting flights for the Mini Irish Open (€250) March 18–29, 2027: A total of 48 tournaments on the schedule, including the Main Event with a €2,500,000 guarantee The festival will be held at the Royal Dublin Society — one of Dublin’s most renowned venues and the traditional home of the Irish Poker Open. What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For PPPoker club members, the news about the Irish Poker Open 2027 schedule and guarantees is a great reason to set new goals and explore new opportunities. First, the series clearly demonstrates how even tournaments with small buy-ins can offer a shot at big winnings: the Mini Irish Open, with a €250 buy-in, awarded €150,855 to the winner, and online satellites starting from just €1 can get you into the Main Event with a €2.5 million guarantee. Second, the Mystery Bounty format — which is gaining popularity in online clubs — is becoming increasingly in demand at live series as well. This is a great reason to try these tournaments in PPPoker clubs to prepare for similar events at major festivals. Finally, the experience of the Irish Poker Open shows that regular play in online clubs and participation in satellites is a real path to major live tournaments. Take advantage of qualification opportunities, practice different formats, and don’t miss your chance to sit at the table with Europe’s best players in 2027.