The U Series of Poker (USOP) has officially released the Player Guide for the USOP Vietnam HaLong Bay 2026 series, with just one month to go before the first cards are in the air. Organised in partnership with Grand Loyal Poker Championship, the festival is scheduled to run from May 19 to June 1, 2026, hosted at the InterContinental HaLong Bay Resort along the shores of the iconic UNESCO World Heritage site.

This marks USOP’s first-ever mega series in Vietnam’s HaLong Bay, and with a VND 120 billion total series guaranteed prize pool, it is shaping up to be one of the biggest poker festivals on the Vietnamese calendar in 2026. Players can download the full Player Guide here or view the full tournament details on the USOP website.

USOP Vietnam HaLong Bay 2026 – Tournament Highlights

The 14-day festival is set to feature a packed schedule of events catering to a wide range of buy-ins and formats, with guaranteed prize pools headlining the action:

Total Series Guaranteed Prize Pool: VND 120 Billion
Main Event Guarantee: VND 30 Billion
Opening Event Guarantee: VND 10 Billion
High Roller Special Benefit: The first 16 players to buy into High Roller events and be dealt into the first hand will receive a 50% tournament fee rebate

In addition to the guaranteed prize pools, the series will also feature a Player of the Series race, giving players added incentive to compete across multiple events throughout the festival.

A World-Class Venue: InterContinental HaLong Bay Resort

Beyond the tables, players can expect a luxury experience at the InterContinental HaLong Bay Resort. Situated within Vietnam’s famous HaLong Bay scenic area and surrounded by the region’s iconic limestone karsts, the five-star property offers a striking setting for two weeks of tournament action.

The resort features over 200 modern guest rooms, suites, and select villas — most with balconies offering direct ocean views — alongside multiple restaurants and bars, outdoor swimming pools, a private beach, a fitness centre, and a spa. Its location near the core HaLong Bay cruise area also makes it convenient for players looking to explore the surrounding scenery between sessions.

Officially Licensed and Ready to Go

USOP has confirmed that the festival holds an official government license for the event. With several poker festivals in the region having faced last-minute cancellations due to regulatory concerns in recent years, the confirmed authorization gives players added confidence when booking travel and planning their participation.

For contact and further information, players can reach the USOP team directly at +65 8707 7557 or +84 90 312 10 92.

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