VPL Vietnam Poker League III: Early Bird Promotion & Schedule Announced
The
makes its return to the capital city of
Hanoi
from
April 29 to May 11, 2026
for
. This marks the first VPL event of the year and the first since July 2025. The series is
officially approved
and will take place at the
.
The schedule features several high-guarantee events, including the
VPL Main Event
with a
20 Billion VND (~$787,000) guarantee
and the
VPL Championship Event
with a
15 Billion VND (~$591,000) guarantee
. The series also includes a heavy concentration of High Roller events, including the Billionaire Club Challenge and a Super High Roller.
Main Event Packages
Package | Price (VND) | Approx. USD | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|---|
FLOP | 46M VND | ~$1,735 | • VPL Main Event entry |
TURN | 71.6M VND | ~$2,701 | • VPL Mini Main Event + Main Event entries |
RIVER | 113.6M VND | ~$4,230 | • Kick Off, Mini Main, Main, and Championship Event entries |
CUSTOM | x | x | • Build your own package: Add preferred events and number of nights; enquire for more details & pricing |
High Roller Packages
Package | Price (VND) | Approx. USD | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|---|
PLATINUM | 600M VND | ~$22,645 | • Includes 8 events: HR Warm Up, HR Single Day, Superstar, Billionaire Club, Super HR, HR Double Stack, HR Championship, HR Closer |
GOLD | 468M VND | ~$17,660 | • Includes 5 events: Superstar, Billionaire Club, Super HR, HR Championship, HR Closer |
SILVER | 380M VND | ~$14,340 | • Includes 4 events: Billionaire Club, Super HR, HR Championship, HR Closer |
Full Tournament Schedule
📅 Click to expand the complete schedule (Apr 29 – May 11, 2026)
All times local • Venue: Grand Plaza Hotel, Hanoi • Buy-in USD values are estimates only • Schedule subject to minor changes
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S1 | 10:00 | Satellite: VPL Kick-Off (3 Tickets GTD) | 1,000,000 | $39 | 8k | 11:34 |
1 | 10:30 | VPL KICK-OFF DAY 1A | GTD 8 Billion | 8,000,000 | $315 | 25k | 16:00 |
2 | 12:00 | HIGH ROLLER WARM UP | GTD 1.5 Billion | 33,000,000 | $1,300 | 100k | 19:00 |
1 | 16:00 | VPL KICK-OFF DAY 1B | GTD 8 Billion | 8,000,000 | $315 | 25k | 21:30 |
3 | 17:30 | MINI DEEPSTACK | 5,000,000 | $197 | 20k | 20:10 |
4 | 18:30 | MINI HIGH ROLLER | GTD 400 Million | 15,000,000 | $591 | 100k | 22:45 |
5 | 21:30 | HYPER TURBO | 3,000,000 | $118 | 18k | 23:25 |
Thursday, April 30, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 10:30 | VPL KICK-OFF DAY 1C | GTD 8 Billion | 8,000,000 | $315 | 25k | 16:00 |
6 | 12:00 | HIGH ROLLER SINGLE DAY | GTD 2 Billion | 44,000,000 | $1,732 | 100k | 19:00 |
1 | 16:00 | VPL KICK-OFF DAY 1D | GTD 8 Billion | 8,000,000 | $315 | 25k | 21:30 |
7 | 17:30 | TURBO NLH | 5,000,000 | $197 | 20k | 19:46 |
8 | 18:30 | MINI HIGH ROLLER | GTD 500 Million | 20,000,000 | $787 | 100k | 22:45 |
1 | 21:00 | VPL KICK-OFF DAY 1E TURBO | GTD 8 Billion | 8,000,000 | $315 | 25k | 24:00 |
Friday, May 1, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 11:00 | VPL KICK-OFF FINAL DAY | QUALIFIED | |||
10 | 11:30 | HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WORKERS' DAY | GTD 2 Billion | 10,000,000 | $394 | 50k | 18:30 |
11 | 12:00 | SUPERSTAR CHALLENGE DAY 1 | GTD 2.5 Billion | 88,000,000 | $3,465 | 200k | 19:55 |
12 | 17:30 | DEEPSTACK TURBO | 6,000,000 | $236 | 25k | 19:50 |
13 | 18:30 | MINI HIGH ROLLER | GTD 400 Million | 20,000,000 | $787 | 100k | 22:45 |
Saturday, May 2, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15 | 10:30 | MINI MAIN EVENT DAY 1A | GTD 12 Billion | 16,000,000 | $630 | 30k | 16:50 |
11 | 12:00 | SUPERSTAR CHALLENGE FINAL DAY | QUALIFIED | |||
16 | 13:00 | HIGH ROLLER 7-MAX DAY 1 | GTD 1.5 Billion | 55,000,000 | $2,165 | 100k | 20:00 |
15 | 16:00 | MINI MAIN EVENT DAY 1B | GTD 12 Billion | 16,000,000 | $630 | 30k | 21:30 |
18 | 18:30 | MINI HIGH ROLLER | GTD 400 Million | 15,000,000 | $591 | 100k | 22:45 |
Sunday, May 3, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15 | 10:30 | MINI MAIN EVENT DAY 1C | GTD 12 Billion | 16,000,000 | $630 | 30k | 16:50 |
16 | 12:00 | HIGH ROLLER 7-MAX FINAL DAY | QUALIFIED | |||
20 | 13:00 | HIGH ROLLER MEGASTACK DAY 1 | GTD 2 Billion | 66,000,000 | $2,598 | 250k | 20:00 |
15 | 16:00 | MINI MAIN EVENT DAY 1D | GTD 12 Billion | 16,000,000 | $630 | 30k | 21:30 |
15 | 21:00 | MINI MAIN EVENT DAY 1E TURBO | GTD 12 Billion | 16,000,000 | $630 | 30k | 24:50 |
Monday, May 4, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15 | 11:00 | MINI MAIN EVENT FINAL DAY | QUALIFIED | |||
24 | 11:30 | HAI NAM SUPER DEEPSTACK | GTD 2 Billion | 15,000,000 | $591 | 50k | 18:30 |
20 | 12:00 | HIGH ROLLER MEGASTACK FINAL DAY | QUALIFIED | |||
25 | 13:00 | BILLIONAIRE CLUB CHALLENGE DAY 1 | GTD 3 Billion | 150,000,000 | $5,906 | 300k | 20:55 |
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
- | 11:00 | VPL MAIN EVENT DAY 1A | GTD 20 Billion | 30,000,000 | $1,181 | 40k | 18:10 |
29 | 11:30 | SUPER DEEPSTACK | GTD 1 Billion | 10,000,000 | $394 | 50k | 18:10 |
25 | 12:00 | BILLIONAIRE CLUB CHALLENGE FINAL DAY | QUALIFIED | |||
30 | 13:00 | SUPER HIGH ROLLER DAY 1 | GTD 2 Billion | 77,000,000 | $3,031 | 250k | 20:00 |
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
- | 10:30 | VPL MAIN EVENT DAY 1B | GTD 20 Billion | 30,000,000 | $1,181 | 40k | 17:40 |
30 | 12:00 | SUPER HIGH ROLLER FINAL DAY | QUALIFIED | |||
34 | 13:00 | HIGH ROLLER CLUB | GTD 1.5 Billion | 55,000,000 | $2,165 | 100k | 20:00 |
- | 17:00 | VPL MAIN EVENT DAY 1C | GTD 20 Billion | 30,000,000 | $1,181 | 40k | 22:30 |
Thursday, May 7, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
- | 10:30 | VPL MAIN EVENT DAY 1D | GTD 20 Billion | 30,000,000 | $1,181 | 40k | 17:40 |
38 | 11:30 | MEGASTACK | GTD 1 Billion | 10,000,000 | $394 | 50k | 17:30 |
- | 17:00 | VPL MAIN EVENT DAY 1E TURBO | GTD 20 Billion | 30,000,000 | $1,181 | 40k | 22:30 |
Friday, May 8, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
- | 11:00 | VPL MAIN EVENT DAY 2 | QUALIFIED | |||
42 | 11:30 | MONSTER STACK | GTD 1 Billion | 15,000,000 | $591 | 50k | 18:30 |
43 | 12:00 | HIGH ROLLER SPECIAL BOOSTED DAY 1 | GTD 6 Billion | 66,000,000 | $2,598 | 200k | DAY 2 OPEN |
Saturday, May 9, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
46 | 11:00 | VPL CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT DAY 1A | GTD 15 Billion | 25,000,000 | $984 | 60k | 17:20 |
- | 12:00 | VPL MAIN EVENT DAY 3 | QUALIFIED | |||
43 | 12:00 | HR SPECIAL BOOSTED FINAL DAY | QUALIFIED | |||
48 | 13:00 | HIGH ROLLER CHAMPIONSHIP DAY 1 | GTD 2.5 Billion | 120,000,000 | $4,724 | 200k | 20:55 |
46 | 17:00 | VPL CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT DAY 1B | GTD 15 Billion | 25,000,000 | $984 | 60k | 23:20 |
Sunday, May 10, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
46 | 11:00 | VPL CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT DAY 1C | GTD 15 Billion | 25,000,000 | $984 | 60k | 17:20 |
48 | 12:00 | HIGH ROLLER CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL DAY | QUALIFIED | |||
46 | 17:00 | VPL CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT DAY 1D | GTD 15 Billion | 25,000,000 | $984 | 60k | 23:20 |
46 | 21:30 | VPL CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT DAY 1E TURBO | GTD 15 Billion | 25,000,000 | $984 | 60k | 25:20 |
Monday, May 11, 2026
No. | Time | Event | Buy-in (VND) | USD | Stack | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
54 | 11:00 | CLOSER EVENT | GTD 1 Billion | 10,000,000 | $394 | 40k | 16:30 |
46 | 11:30 | VPL CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL DAY | QUALIFIED | |||
55 | 12:30 | HIGH ROLLER CLOSER | GTD 800 Million | 33,000,000 | $1,300 | 100k | 19:30 |
56 | 18:00 | LAST CHANCE MINI HIGH ROLLER | GTD 400 Million | 15,000,000 | $591 | 100k | 22:15 |
About the Venue: Grand Plaza Hotel Hanoi
The Grand Plaza Hotel is a 5-star venue located in Hanoi's administrative and commercial center. The property provides premium facilities for players, including multiple restaurants and integrated tournament space. International players can fly directly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), which is approximately a 30 to 45-minute drive from the venue.
Travel Information
Visa Policy: International travellers should check current e-visa eligibility. Vietnam offers 90-day e-visas for many nationalities.
Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND) is the official currency. The venue handles USD exchanges for buy-ins.
Local Transport: Grab is widely available in Hanoi for reliable transport and food delivery.
Get in Touch
For more information regarding the VPL Hanoi event, including package bookings, registration details, or travel assistance, you can contact the team directly through their official social media channels and messaging platforms:
Facebook: Vietnam Poker League
Instagram: @vietnampokerleague
The VPL return to Hanoi is expected to be one of the largest domestic events of the season. Ensure your Early Bird package is secured before the April 25 deadline to take advantage of the inclusive stay and tournament protection offers.
See you at the Grand Plaza Hotel Hanoi. ♠️
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About the Editor
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