APPT Championship 2026 | October 8-19 | Okada Manila, Philippines

The APPT Championship 2026 returns to the heart of Manila from October 8 to October 19, 2026, featuring over PHP 132,000,000 in total prize pool guarantees at Okada Manila.

APPT Championship 2026 Event Highlights

The crown jewel of the series is the APPT Main Event, featuring a PHP 165,000 buy-in and a staggering PHP 60,000,000 guaranteed prize pool. Other key events confirmed in the official APPT schedule include the APPT National, the PokerStars Red Dragon, and various High Roller tournaments.

Full Tournament Schedule

The festival features dozens of events, ranging from affordable satellites to multi-million High Roller tournaments. The buy-in spectrum caters to all bankrolls, from entry-level qualifiers to the highest stakes in the region.

Poker and Travel Guide: Philippines

Manila, the vibrant capital of the Philippines, offers a unique blend of modern skyscrapers and Spanish colonial heritage. For poker enthusiasts, the Entertainment City district is the place to be, with Okada Manila serving as its centerpiece. Read our complete Philippines poker guide for cash game rules, local legal requirements, and venue amenities.

Official Poker Guide

All tournaments are conducted under PokerStars Live international standards, utilizing the Big Blind Ante format in most events to ensure a smooth and fast-paced game. Detailed blind levels and starting stacks are available in the official tournament guide.

Registration and Buy-in Information

Registration takes place at the PokerStars Live desk located within the Coral Lounge at Okada Manila. A valid government-issued photo ID or passport is required, along with a PokerStars Live card, which can be issued on-site for free. Accepted payment methods include exclusively Philippine Peso (PHP) cash, casino chips, eligible PokerStars account funds, and wire transfers.

Destination Guide and Must-See Attractions

Manila offers much more than just poker. Between sessions, players can explore the historical heart of the city and resort features including Intramuros, the world-famous Manila Bay sunset, and The Fountain at Okada Manila.

Travel Logistics

For international visitors, navigating the city is straightforward. Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is located approximately 8 kilometers from Okada Manila, with travel times ranging between 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. We recommend using ride-hailing apps for safe, fixed-rate transport, while the casino also operates shuttle buses from key points in the city.

Past Results and Champions

The APPT Championship has been a cornerstone of the Asia poker scene for years, consistently drawing massive fields and life-changing prize pools to Manila. The record-breaking APPT Manila Championship 2025 concluded with a dominant victory by South Korean player Minwoong Jeong, who claimed a PHP 11,850,000 first-place prize. He defeated British pro Craig Jones in the final heads-up battle. Over the twelve-day festival, a total of more than PHP 225,300,000 was awarded across all events.

Past Champions

Here are some of the notable winners from the previous stop who etched their names into APPT history:

The Venue: Okada Manila

Okada Manila is a 30-hectare, Forbes 5-star luxury integrated resort featuring one of the world's largest gaming floors. The Coral Lounge, located at the heart of the action, offers a sophisticated environment with live entertainment and premium service. The venue enforces a strict 21+ age limit and a casual dress code. Visit our official Okada Manila page for room details and amenities.