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- Number of Events
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- Number of Entries
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75,000 PHPManila Megastack 23 (2025) Nov 27 – Dec 8 | Okada Manila
Poker fans, the wait is over. The Manila Megastack is back with a bang.
After two action-packed editions earlier this year, the region’s premier poker festival returns to Okada Manila for its 23rd running, set to take place from November 27 to December 8, 2025. With more than PHP 36 million in guaranteed prize pools, this end-of-year edition is shaping up to be one of the biggest celebrations of live poker in the Philippines.
If the cards have not fallen your way yet this year, this is your chance to finish strong and make 2025 a memorable one for all the right reasons. The series once again features a packed lineup of tournaments across all buy-in levels, with the famous PokerStars spade trophies up for grabs throughout the festival.
Manila Megastack 23 Highlighted Events
The Manila Megastack 23 schedule is packed with high-value tournaments designed for players of all levels. The crown jewel is the ₱45,000 buy-in Main Event with a substantial ₱20 Million guaranteed prize pool. Other can’t-miss events include the ₱75,000 High Roller and the exciting ₱20,000 Mystery Bounty, ensuring two weeks of non-stop action.
Festival Highlights
These marquee tournaments headline twelve days of action, offering massive prize pools and a chance to join PokerStars’ growing list of Megastack champions.
Key Events & Schedule Snapshots
Beyond the main attractions, the schedule features dozens of exciting side events that add depth and variety to the festival lineup.
Mixed and specialty formats: PLO, 6+ Hold’em, Badugi, and Flipout events across the schedule
Current Champions
![South Korea [KOR]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/kr.svg "South Korea [KOR]"){kind=small}
South Korea
![Philippines [PHL]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/ph.svg "Philippines [PHL]"){kind=small}
Philippines
![Singapore [SGP]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/sg.svg "Singapore [SGP]"){kind=small}
SingaporeFull Tournament Schedule
While the highlighted events capture the major action, the Megastack features dozens of side events, qualifiers, and cash game options. We highly recommend checking the complete list for all game types (Omaha, Turbo, Knockout) and starting times to plan your entire trip. Click here for the full schedule of Manila Megastack
Festival Experience
The Manila Megastack has become one of Asia’s most welcoming and exciting live poker festivals, known for its deep structures, friendly atmosphere, and smooth organization. With buy-ins starting at just ₱2,900 for qualifiers and rising to ₱75,000 for the High Roller, it caters to every type of player.
Hosted in the elegant PokerStars LIVE room inside Okada Manila, the event blends professional standards with the energy of recreational competition. Every trophy, every deep run, and every hand played is part of what makes the Manila Megastack a signature stop on the Asian poker calendar.
Satellites & Qualification
The official schedule confirms multiple Main Event Qualifiers (₱5,300 buy-in) and Step 1 Qualifiers (₱1,200 buy-in) running throughout the first week, offering cheap ways to secure your seat.
Poker & Travel Guide
The Philippines has firmly established itself as the premier poker destination in Asia. Manila offers a unique blend of Eastern hospitality and Western comfort, making it an easy and exciting hub for international players. From the vibrant nightlife to the high-value tournaments, everything you need is right here.
Official Poker Guide
The Manila Megastack 23 events run in strict accordance with the global TDA (Tournament Directors Association) rules, with specific supplementary guidelines provided by PokerStars Live.
- Electronic Devices: Players are permitted to use phones at the table (provided they are not in a hand), but devices must not be placed on the poker table felt (rail only). The use of live casting apps (e.g., Twitch, Periscope) is strictly prohibited while playing.
- No GTO Solvers: The use of GTO solvers, strategic charts, or AI tools at the table is strictly prohibited. Violations may result in disqualification.
- Deal Making: Deals are permitted where local regulations allow. For televised or streamed Final Tables, players must leave 10% of the remaining prize pool in play to compete for.
- Force Majeure & Guarantees: The organizers reserve the right to cancel guaranteed prize pools in the event of “Acts of God,” such as a Typhoon Warning of level 8 or higher.
Click here to read the full, official PokerStars Live rules
Registration & Buy-in Information
- Currency: All buy-ins must be paid in Philippine Pesos (PHP).
Traveler’s Info (Tour Guide)
- Local Currency: The local currency is the Philippine Peso (PHP). ATMs are readily available at the Okada Manila and throughout the city.
- Getting There: Manila International Airport (Ninoy Aquino International Airport, MNL) is the main hub. Taxis, ride-sharing apps (like Grab), and hotel shuttles are the best way to reach Okada Manila.
Past Results & Champions
The previous
Manila Megastack 22
, held in March 2025, set a high bar for action. The festival featured a guaranteed prize pool of over PHP 34 Million (~USD 587,000). Thailand’s
Kiwanont Sukhum
won the Main Event, topping a field of 652 entries to claim the PHP 3,410,000 (~USD 59,470) top prize.
| Event | Buy-In | Winner | Country | 1st Prize | Entries | |
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| 45,000 PHP (40,500 + 4,500) | ![Thailand [THA]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/th.svg "Thailand [THA]"){kind=small} THA | $59,470 3,410,000 PHP | 652 ITM: 99 | Finished | ||
| 16,500 PHP (14,520 + 1,980) | ![Romania [ROU]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/ro.svg "Romania [ROU]"){kind=small} ROU | $14,705 843,527 PHP | 338 ITM: 51 | Finished | ||
| 20,000 PHP (17,600 + 2,400) | PHL | $12,500 717,000 PHP | 300 ITM: 46 | Finished | ||
| 25,000 PHP (22,000 + 3,000) | KOR | $12,465 715,000 PHP | 152 ITM: 23 | Finished | ||
With over PHP 36 million in guaranteed prize pools, a schedule of sixty-nine tournaments, and the return of the iconic PokerStars spade trophies, Manila Megastack 23 promises to close out 2025 in spectacular fashion. Whether you are chasing your first title or adding another to your resume, there’s only one way to find out if your name will be etched into PokerStars LIVE history.
Past Champions
The champions of the previous Manila Megastack Main Event and key side events:
Thailand
PhilippinesSouth KoreaThe Venue: Okada Manila
![Philippines [PHL]](/assets/images/flags/1x1/ph.svg "Philippines [PHL]"){kind=small}
Okada Manila stands as the “Grand Dame” of Entertainment City, a massive, gold-faceted integrated resort that has redefined luxury gaming in the Philippines . While the property is famous for its opulent Pearl and Coral wings, for poker players, the true heart of the resort is the dedicated PokerStars LIVE Manila room. This partnership has turned Okada into a primary gateway for international poker, recently winning “Best Poker Room in Asia” for the second consecutive year.
Why Okada Manila?
- Elite Environment: Luxurious surroundings with professional dealers and 24/7 high-end services catering to all levels of players.
- Major Series Hub: Frequent host to the region’s largest events, including the PokerStars LIVE festivals and the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT).
- Massive Gaming Floor: Features the Philippines’ largest gaming space with over 500 table games and 3,000 electronic machines.
GAMES
NLHE & PLO
STAKES
PHP 25/50 to 500+
PARKING
Valet & On-Site
The PokerStars LIVE Experience
The poker action at Okada is centered in a high-energy, 15-table room that balances the prestige of the PokerStars brand with the localized “Manila style” of play. It is a reliable 24/7 destination for cash games, spreading No-Limit Hold’em and Pot-Limit Omaha from PHP 25/50 up to high-stakes PHP 200/400 and above.
During major 2026 festivals like the Manila Megastack 24 or the APPT Manila, the room expands into larger event spaces such as Cove Manila to accommodate hundreds of international players. Even outside of major series, the vibe remains premium with table-side food service, auto-shufflers, and a dedicated staff trained to global EPT standards.
Venue Logistics
📍 Location: Situated in Entertainment City, Parañaque, approximately 8km from NAIA airport.
🏨 Accommodations: Offers 993 well-appointed luxury rooms with dedicated poker player rates during major festivals.
📝 Entry Requirements: Strictly for guests aged 21 and older. A valid government ID or passport is mandatory for registration and membership.
♠️ Official Okada Manila Updates
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