Australia, Southport
2026 APL Million | August 14-31, 2026 | Southport Sharks, Australia
The 2026 APL Million is set to take place from August 14, 2026, to August 31, 2026, at the Southport Sharks located in Southport, Gold Coast, Australia. As the flagship series of the Australian Poker League (APL), this festival features a massive total guarantee of 7,500,000 AUD across 100 events. Players from across the Asia-Pacific region will converge on the Gold Coast to compete in what has become the largest live poker series in the country.
2026 APL Million Key Highlights
The festival's crown jewel is the APL Million Main Event, boasting a 3,000,000 AUD guarantee for a 1,500 AUD buy-in. The 2026 edition also introduces a staggering 100,000 AUD Player of the Series prize, which is fully funded by the APL without any deductions from prize pools. High rollers are well-catered for with 55 dealer-dealt events, including the 1,000,000 AUD guaranteed Jackstar Super High Roller and the Centurion. Buy-ins for the series remain accessible to all, ranging from 80 AUD to 5,000 AUD.
Previous Festival Highlights (2025)
The 2025 APL Million set a historic benchmark for poker in Australia. The Main Event drew a record-breaking 3,375 entries, creating a 4,390,000 AUD prize pool—the largest ever for a live tournament in the country. Higor Seibel from Brazil emerged as the champion, taking home 738,920 AUD. Across 91 events, the 2025 series generated a total prize pool of over 15,700,000 AUD, proving the incredible growth and popularity of the APL brand.
Poker and Travel Guide
The Gold Coast is one of the premier tourist destinations in Australia, offering world-class beaches and entertainment. For international visitors, understanding the local landscape is key; you can find more details in our comprehensive Australia poker guide. The Southport Sharks venue is conveniently located on Olsen Avenue and provides excellent amenities, including the Mantra at Sharks hotel for on-site accommodation.
The Venue: Southport Sharks
Southport Sharks is a premier multi-purpose facility that transforms into a poker mecca during the APL Million. With the capacity to run over 100 tables simultaneously, it provides a seamless experience for both large field events and intimate high rollers. For more information on the amenities and local surroundings, visit our Southport Sharks venue guide.
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