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Irish Open Sydney 2026 Schedule, Main Event & Guide
The Irish Open Sydney 2026 festival will take place from August 31 to September 14, 2026, at the renowned Poker Palace Sydney in Australia, offering over AUD 1,850,000 in guaranteed prize pools. The highlight of the series is the AUD 2,000 buy-in Main Event, which features a massive AUD 1,000,000 guarantee.
Irish Open Sydney 2026 Festival Information
Festival: | Irish Open Sydney 2026 |
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Dates: | August 31 to September 14, 2026 |
Venue: | Poker Palace Sydney, Sydney, Australia |
Main Event GTD: | AUD 1,000,000 |
Main Event Buy-in: | AUD 2,000 |
Status: | SCHEDULE RELEASED |
Irish Open Sydney 2026 Highlights & Schedule
The extensive schedule caters to all poker enthusiasts, featuring a massive AUD 1,000,000 guaranteed Main Event alongside a variety of side action. Players can participate in the AUD 360 Mini Irish Open with an AUD 500,000 guarantee, or the AUD 880 Lucky 8's tournament offering AUD 250,000. Towards the end of the festival, the AUD 880 Sydney Poker Open brings another AUD 100,000 to the tables, complemented by high-stakes action including the AUD 3,000, AUD 5,000, and AUD 10,000 High Roller events.
Beyond standard No Limit Hold'em, the festival features Pot Limit Omaha, Big O, Sviten Special, 2-7 Triple Draw, and Mixed Games. Key events also include the Ladies Championship for an AUD 200 buy-in, the Seniors 50+ Championship for an AUD 600 buy-in, and the Deaf Championship for an AUD 360 buy-in. A unique feature of this festival is the Final Table Hands-Per-Level format, where blind levels at final tables increase after a set number of dealt hands rather than a running clock. All dates, structures, and event details have been confirmed in the official tournament schedule.
Poker & Travel Guide: Australia
If you want to learn more about the local poker scene and regulations, check out our comprehensive Australia poker guide.
The Venue: Poker Palace Sydney
The Poker Palace Sydney is one of the premier poker destinations in Australia, offering top-tier gaming facilities and professional tournament management right in Sydney. For more details regarding cash games and room amenities, visit our official Poker Palace Sydney venue guide.
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