Asian Poker Festival just one week away featuring ₫27 Billion (~$1.1M+) in guarantees!
Just one week away from the launch of the first ever Asian Poker Festival! The upcoming new series takes place December 7 to 13, 2023 at the Royal Poker Club in Hanoi, Vietnam. Since borders opened, Hanoi is currently the hottest place for live poker tournaments with players from all over converging in the capital city. The upcoming games guarantees VN₫ 27 Billion (~$1.1 Million),highlighted by theMain Event VN₫ 15 Billion (~$616,650) prize pool.
As a newcomer to the scene, APF aims to unite players from mainland China and across the broader Asian region, offering them the chance to compete for both prestige and substantial prizes. The Main Event stands out as the most coveted title, and thanks to the addition of more starting days – with six now scheduled – it provides players ample opportunities to secure a spot in the money round.
Main Event info
Dates: December 9 to 13, 2023
Buy in: VN₫ 25,000,000 (~$1,057)
Guarantee: VN₫ 15,000,000,000 (~$616,650)
Day 1A: December 9, 2023
Day 1B: December 10, 2023
Day 1C (turbo): December 10, 2023
Day 1D: December 11, 2023
Day 1E (turbo): December 11, 2023
Day 1F (super turbo): December 11, 2023
To get in for cheap, APF offers four Main Event Satellites leading up to the final starting day, December 11, 2023. Buy in is a very affordable VN₫ 2,400,000.
And for even better news, APF hosts several Main Event satellites at the Royal Poker Club Hanoi where players can win a seat for free! The satellites kicked off on November 27 and will run until December 3. Check the schedule below or head to the club’s facebook page for all the details.
Capture trophies and build your bankroll early
Before the Main Event sets sail, players have numerous events to secure trophies and of course fatten their wallets. The APF Kick Off offers the largest starting guarantee of VN₫ 1,500,000,000 (~$61,800). For those with deeper pockets are two high roller events – High Roller Warm Up and High Roller Single Day.Additionally, the schedule offers a total of 16 side events. These are perfect for trophy chasers and late day arrivals.
Key Events
Event | Date | Guarantee in VN₫ | Buy in in VN₫ |
|---|---|---|---|
APF Kick Off | December 7-9 | 1,500,000,000 | 6,600,000 |
High Roller Warm Up | December 7 | 1,000,000,000 | 33,000,000 |
High Roller Single Day | December 8 | 1,200,000,000 | 44,000,000 |
MAIN EVENT | December 9-13 | 15,000,000,000 | 25,000,000 |
Super Star Challenge | December 10 | 2,000,000,000 | 108,000,000 |
Mini Main Closer | December 12-13 | 1,200,000,000 | 3,400,000 |
Super High Roller | December 12 | 2,000,000,000 | 88,000,000 |
Superstack Closer | December 13 | 1,000,000,000 | 8,800,000 |
High Roller Last Chance | December 13 | 1,500,000,000 | 55,000,000 |
ASIAN POKER FESTIVAL – Player Guide
Early Bird Packages
As early as now, players can start securing packages that include seats to select events and hotel stay atDream Hotel & Apartment.Two Early Bird Packages are offered. The Main Event package offers a significant discount while the High Roller package is practically a steal with free accommodations for those that are eligible. Only 100 packages are available, sign up now!
New Travelers to Hanoi
Over the past year, Hanoi has experienced a poker boom, with both local and international brands vying for coveted slots in the annual calendar. For newcomers, Hanoi is very affordable and quaint. It is fun to explore with numerous lakes scattered all over the city. Here are some important bits of information to help you get by.
Noi Bai International Airport to Royal Poker Club – 45-60 minutes
Best form of transport – Grab
Vietnam currency – Vietnamese Dong
Weather in December – 15 degrees to 22 degrees (cool and dry)
Language – Vietnamese but you can get by if you speak English
Stay tuned for more updates.
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