PartyPoker Tour 2025: Poker Festival in Birmingham This Fall

From October 11 to 19, 2025, Birmingham will host the large-scale PartyPoker Tour series with a packed schedule and entertainment for players.

From October 11 to 19, 2025, the major PartyPoker Tour Birmingham series will take place at Resorts World Genting Casino in Birmingham. This event will be the first large-scale poker festival at this venue in the past five years. The organizers promise not only a packed tournament schedule but also plenty of entertainment activities aimed at players and the poker community. Series Format: Transparency and Accessibility for Players The main feature of the new PartyPoker Tour format is maximum transparency in participation terms. The organizers emphasize the “100% prize pool” principle: all money listed as part of the buy-in goes directly into the prize pool, and the rake is always clearly stated with no hidden fees. For example, entry into the Main Event costs £455 + £45, where £455 goes into the prize pool and £45 is the only fee—no extra dealer tips or hidden charges. This approach sets the series apart from many other live tours, where the player’s final expenses can be higher than advertised. Tournament Schedule: From Mini Main Event to High Roller The PartyPoker Tour Birmingham schedule features nine days of tournaments with various formats and buy-in levels, making the festival as accessible as possible for a wide audience. The series kicks off with the Mini Main Event, with a £150 buy-in and a £50,000 guarantee. This tournament runs from October 11 to 16 and is designed for mass participation. The series’ Main Event — the £500 Main Event — will take place from October 16 to 19. The guaranteed prize pool is £100,000, and it’s expected to be the festival’s largest tournament by number of entries. Additionally, the schedule includes: PLO Masters (£250 buy-in, £20,000 guarantee, October 17–19) — a Pot-Limit Omaha tournament; High Roller 7-Max (£1,000 buy-in, one-day tournament, October 19); Special formats: Mystery Bounty (a tournament with secret prizes for knocking out players), Win the Button (the winner of the hand gets the button), Faded Spade, and the Tennessee Hold’em Championship. Every day there will be satellites — qualifying tournaments with small buy-ins that give players a chance to enter the series’ key events for minimal cost. Online Qualifiers and Extra Opportunities for Players PartyPoker is placing special emphasis on online qualifiers: across the UK, over 1,000 seats to live tournaments will be awarded through freerolls and satellites starting from just £0.20. This allows even those not ready to spend big on buy-ins to attend a major festival. On October 11 at 21:00, a special online tournament called Mini Mania will take place with a £10 buy-in, awarding 15 guaranteed tickets to the Mini Main Event. This means even players with a minimal bankroll have a real chance to get into a major live event. Entertainment Program and Festival Atmosphere The PartyPoker Tour Birmingham organizers are focusing not only on poker but also on creating a friendly, club-like atmosphere. Throughout the week, participants can enjoy various community events: October 12 — free roulette tournament open to everyone; October 13 — themed Pub Quiz with prizes; October 14 — sports betting tournament, timed to coincide with the England vs. Latvia World Cup qualifier; October 16 — Sit & Go featuring PartyPoker ambassadors and well-known poker influencers; October 18 — final party with free drinks for players and a DJ set. This approach allows players not only to play poker but also to make new friends, relax between tournaments, and feel part of a large poker community. Broadcasts and Media Coverage For those unable to travel to Birmingham, PartyPoker will provide live streams of the series’ key events on YouTube. From October 16 to 19, viewers can watch the Main Event and High Roller with cards-up coverage, allowing fans to follow top players and analyze interesting hands in real time. Full PartyPoker Tour Birmingham Schedule October 11–16: Mini Main Event , £150 buy-in, £50,000 guarantee October 16–19: Main Event , £500 buy-in, £100,000 guarantee October 17–19: PLO Masters , £250 buy-in, £20,000 guarantee October 19: High Roller 7-Max , £1,000 buy-in, one-day tournament Throughout the week: Mystery Bounty, Win the Button, Faded Spade, Tennessee Hold’em Championship, daily satellites October 11: Mini Mania (online), £10 buy-in, 15 guaranteed tickets to the Mini Main Event Over 1,000 seats to the festival will be awarded through online satellites and freerolls with buy-ins starting from £0.20. What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For PPPoker club members, the PartyPoker Tour Birmingham experience is a great example of how modern poker series strive for transparency and fairness towards players. Clear separation of buy-in and rake, no hidden fees, and straightforward terms — these are trends supported by the best clubs on the PPPoker platform. This approach helps players better calculate their expenses and choose the optimal tournaments. Another important takeaway is the significance of satellites and qualifiers. Even if you have a small bankroll, participating in qualifiers can get you into major live or online events. PPPoker clubs regularly run satellites, and the PartyPoker Tour experience confirms their effectiveness for advancing your poker career. Finally, the abundance of entertainment and social events during the series is a reminder of the importance of community in poker. PPPoker clubs also value a friendly and supportive atmosphere, and participating in club promotions and joint events helps you not only improve your game but also enjoy the process itself. Keep an eye on your club’s tournament schedule and don’t miss the chance to take part in similar events!