APPT Manila 2026 Starts Tomorrow with PHP 132M (~USD 2.14M) Guaranteed Festival
All eyes now turn to Okada Manila as the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) Manila 2026 gets underway tomorrow, bringing two weeks of world-class poker action to the iconic Cove Manila from July 28 to August 10. With PHP 132,000,000 (~USD 2,140,000) in total series guarantees, headlined by a massive PHP 60,000,000 (~USD 1,000,000) guaranteed Main Event, the stage is set for an unforgettable festival.
APPT Manila continues its tradition of bringing together the region’s top professionals, international visitors, and passionate recreational players, cementing its place as one of the most anticipated stops on the Asian poker calendar.
Before heading over to the venue, be sure to check out our full article covering everything you need to know before the action begins.
For the complete schedule and breakdown of every tournament on the calendar, refer back to our original event announcement .
APPT Manila 2026 Opening Day Kicks Off with Freeroll
The festival opens with one of the best value opportunities on the schedule, a special Freeroll feeding directly into the Main Event Super Qualifier. Players can turn a free entry into a shot at one of 20 guaranteed Main Event seats, making it the perfect way to kick off the series.
The Okada Kickoff Begins
The action continues with the Okada Kickoff, the first featured trophy event of the festival. With a PHP 2,000,000 (~USD 32,400) guaranteed prize pool, multiple opening flights, and a player-friendly structure, it’s expected to draw one of the largest fields of the opening week.
Action starts early with Day 1A at 3:00 PM local time, followed by Day 1B at 5:30 PM and Day 1C at 8:00 PM. Each starting flight will play strictly down to the money, with all surviving players returning for Day 2 on July 29 at 12:00 PM to battle for the trophy.
Somuchpoker team will be on site to deliver all the latest updates throughout the festival. Live Updates will kick off right as Okada Kickoff Day 1A gets underway, so be sure to follow along to catch all the key hands and tournament action.
Ultrastack and Ladies Warm-Up Round Out Day 1
Day 1 also offers something for every type of player. Those looking for deeper play can jump into the Ultrastack, while the Ladies Warm-Up provides another exciting trophy opportunity later in the evening, ensuring the action continues across multiple tables throughout the day.
Later in the evening at 6:00 PM, the Ladies Warm-Up takes center stage with a PHP 3,500 (~USD 60) buy-in, offering an accessible event for recreational players and seasoned professionals alike.
View the complete APPT Manila 2026 schedule on Somuchpoker.
How to Pre-Register Your PokerStars Account
Players are encouraged to pre-register their PokerStars account before arriving to enjoy a smoother check-in experience and avoid registration queues. Download the PokerStars Live App from the App Store (iOS) or Play Store (Android), log in or create a new profile, and complete the identity verification process. Once verified through, players can use their Membership Card QR Code to register quickly for events throughout the festival.
Players should also visit the nearest Okada Rewards Circle Card counter on arrival to sign up for their casino card. Full step-by-step instructions are in the image above, or visit the PokerStars LIVE FAQ page for more details.
Whether you’re chasing a Main Event title, looking to qualify through the Super Qualifier, or simply planning to experience one of Asia’s premier poker festivals, APPT Manila 2026 promises two weeks packed with action.
With the venue prepared, the staff ready, and the tables set, APPT Manila 2026 is ready to begin. Now it’s time for the players to take their seats.
Somuchpoker will be on site from start to finish, bringing live updates, chip counts, photos, interviews, and all the biggest stories as they unfold.
Derick Elomina is SoMuchPoker's Lead Content Writer and Interview Specialist, reporting live from WSOP bracelet events and Asia Pacific poker festivals such as TMT, APT, RDPT and APL Jeju, alongside player features and interviews for the site's Stories section. He discovered poker at 14 playing home games with friends, and by 21 he had entered the industry as a field reporter, starting as a hand reporter before building his current role on the tournament floor.
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