WSOP Circuit to be held in Malta for the first time: schedule and main tournaments

In September 2024, the WSOP Circuit series will debut in Malta. Find out the dates, venue, and details about the main events of the poker festival.

WSOP Circuit to Visit Malta for the First Time: Schedule, Key Tournaments, and Player Opportunities WSOP Circuit Debuts in Malta: Dates, Venue, and Format For the first time in history, the prestigious World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) will hold a stop in Malta. From September 25 to October 5, players from all over Europe and beyond will gather at Casino Malta in St. Julian’s. Over 11 days on the Mediterranean island, 12 signature WSOPC gold rings will be up for grabs, along with numerous side events, satellites, and nightly tournaments. Buy-ins for the series range from an affordable €170 (satellites) to the prestigious High Roller at €2,500. Alongside the tournaments, Casino Malta will host cash games at various stakes, which traditionally attract both tournament and cash game players. Main Event: €1,500 Main Event — Structure, Schedule, and Satellites The centerpiece of the series will be the WSOPC No-Limit Hold'em Main Event with a €1,500 buy-in. The tournament kicks off on Wednesday, September 30, and features four starting days (flights): Flight A — September 30, 12:30 Flight B — October 1, 12:30 Flight C — October 2, 12:30 Flight D — October 2, 20:00 Each starting day (Day 1) continues until only 15% of the field remains. Blinds increase every 40 minutes. All players who advance to Day 2 will return to the tables on October 3 at 13:00. On this day, the levels will be one hour long, and play will continue until the final table is set. The finalists will return on October 4 at 13:00 to compete for the championship title and the WSOPC gold ring. For those looking to enter the Main Event for less, daily €180 satellites will run from September 25 to October 2. Additionally, players can qualify online — exclusively on the GGPoker platform. Other Key Tournaments: High Roller, PLO, Mini Main, and Special Events In addition to the Main Event, the WSOPC Malta schedule is packed with a variety of tournaments designed for players with different bankrolls and preferences. €2,500 High Roller — a two-day tournament for players who prefer high buy-ins and deep stacks. Takes place on September 29 and 30. €550 Pot-Limit Omaha — a four-card Omaha tournament starting October 3 with a single starting day; late registration is open until the start of Day 2 on October 4, when the winner will be determined. €300 Mini Main Event — a mini version of the Main Event with four starting flights: September 25 and 26 at 12:30 and 20:00. The final day is September 27 at 13:00. €550 No-Limit Hold'em Mystery Bounty — a tournament with mystery bounties, where knocking out opponents can earn you random cash prizes. €500 No-Limit Hold'em Knockout — a classic bounty tournament, where a fixed amount is awarded for each player eliminated. €300 No-Limit Hold'em Ladies Event — a tournament exclusively for women. €300 No-Limit Hold'em Colossus — a large-field tournament with an affordable buy-in. The schedule also includes numerous side events and additional satellites, allowing players to choose the optimal format for participation. Series Structure: Features and Schedule WSOPC Malta will award 12 gold rings — the signature trophies of the WSOP Circuit, given to the winners of the series’ key tournaments. Each event has its own unique structure: starting flights, stack depth, level duration, and payout format. For example, the Main Event and Mini Main use a multi-flight system, allowing players to choose the most convenient starting day or try to advance with a better stack. Satellites (qualifying tournaments) offer a chance to enter expensive events for a fraction of the buy-in. The schedule also features nightly tournaments (nightlies), which traditionally attract poker enthusiasts in a more relaxed setting. Casino Malta, the host venue, is considered one of the largest and most modern poker rooms in the region, ensuring a high level of organization and comfort for participants. Full WSOPC Malta 2024 Schedule September 25 — series kickoff, first satellites and Mini Main Event flights September 26 — continuation of Mini Main Event, side events and satellites September 27 — Mini Main Event final day September 29-30 — €2,500 High Roller September 30 — Main Event begins (Flight A) October 1 — Main Event (Flight B) October 2 — Main Event (Flights C and D) October 3 — Day 2 Main Event, PLO begins October 4 — Main Event final table, PLO final Throughout the series — Mystery Bounty, Knockout, Ladies Event, Colossus, and other events What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For PPPoker club members, this news is a great example of how major live series build their schedules with players of all levels in mind. The variety of formats, the presence of satellites, and special tournaments (such as Mystery Bounty or Ladies Event) — all of these can be successfully implemented in online clubs to boost engagement and interest in regular events. Moreover, the Main Event structure with multiple starting days and the ability to qualify through satellites is an effective model for attracting more participants, which can also be used in PPPoker online tournaments. This approach allows players with different bankrolls and schedules to find a convenient way to take part. Finally, the focus on a variety of disciplines (NLHE, PLO, bounty tournaments) highlights the importance of expanding the range of events in PPPoker clubs. This helps maintain the interest of regular players and attract newcomers looking for new formats and experiences.