It’s been over two decades since the European Poker Tour (EPT) first graced the iconic surroundings of Monte-Carlo. The partnership has certainly stood the test of time, as 2026 will be EPT Monte-Carlo’s 21st anniversary.

Time flies when you’re celebrating one of the most prestigious stops on the poker circuit.

As always, this event is about greatness. If you take your seat, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the ultimate test of skill in the legendary Principality. Who knows – you may even join the ranks of EPT greats and write your name in the history books.

Even if you don’t, with 62 events on the schedule, you could win one of the many prizes on offer and make memories you’ll never forget, all in arguably the world’s most glamorous city.

The magic of Monte-Carlo awaits, as does the stunning Salle des Etoiles, a venue that is certainly fit to host a stop of this magnitude. All that’s left is for you to book your place on the French Riviera.

KEY FESTIVAL DATES + SCHEDULE

PokerStars Open

• Main Event: April 30-May 4 – €1,650
• Cup: May 2-3 – €825
• High Roller: May 3-5 – €2,700

EPT

• €100,000 High Roller for One Drop*: May 1-3 – €100,000
• €250,000 Super High Roller**: May 4-5 – €250,000
• Main Event: May 4-10 – €5,300
• Mystery Bounty: May 6-8 – €3,250
• High Roller: May 8-10 – €25,000

*Final day stream available
**Full stream available

Check out the full tournament schedule here.

STREAMING SCHEDULE

We’re excited to announce EIGHT consecutive days of live streaming from EPT Monte-Carlo (Sunday May 3 – Sunday May 10) with extended coverage and a BIG change from previous broadcasts…

We won’t just be following the action in the Main Event. Poker fans will also be able to watch the final table of the €100k High Roller for One Drop, both days of the €250k Super High Roller and a special EPT High Rollers Cash Game.

And, for the first time, we’re employing a “dynamic delay,” so we can cut out tournament breaks and give viewers uninterrupted poker action. This means a new, later start time for our streams.

Watch on Twitch or YouTube (UK YouTube).

Sunday May 3

15:00 CEST
EPT MONTE-CARLO: €100K HIGH ROLLER FOR ONE DROP – FINAL TABLE

Monday May 4

15:00 CEST
EPT MONTE-CARLO: €250K SUPER HIGH ROLLER – DAY 1

Tuesday May 5

15:00 CEST
EPT MONTE-CARLO: €250K SUPER HIGH ROLLER – FINAL TABLE

Wednesday May 6

15:00 CEST
EPT MONTE-CARLO: HIGH ROLLERS CASH GAME

Thursday May 7

15:00 CEST
EPT MONTE-CARLO: €5K MAIN EVENT – DAY 3

Friday May 8

15:00 CEST
EPT MONTE-CARLO: €5K MAIN EVENT – DAY 4

​Saturday May 9

15:00 CEST
EPT MONTE-CARLO: €5K MAIN EVENT – DAY 5

Sunday May 10

15:00 CEST
EPT MONTE-CARLO: €5K MAIN EVENT – FINAL TABLE

OFF-THE-FELT ACTIVITIES

PokerStars has organised a host of off-the-table activities to turn the poker trip into a full vacation experience, from supercar experiences to multiple open-bar parties.

Here’s a list of what’s on offer to players and their guests for the event, which runs from April 30 through May 10, 2026.

EPT Monte Carlo 2026: Exclusive activities guide

A GUIDE TO MONTE CARLO

Everything you have heard about the tiny principality of Monaco is true: it is lavish, ostentatious and eye-wateringly expensive. But it is also exceptionally beautiful with a fine beach and stunning views across the Mediterranean.

More to see in Monaco than just the inside of a tournament room

From how to get there to what to do when you arrive, check out this guide:

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO EPT MONTE CARLO

MONACO ON A BUDGET

No one who works for PokerStars Blog is a millionaire, yet we have been coming to Monaco for as long as the European Poker Tour (EPT) has been running, and we’re still alive.

That’s because over the years, we’ve found out how to survive in Monte Carlo on a relatively meagre budget. Whatever you may think, our per diem doesn’t stretch to anything lavish, but we no longer approach Monte Carlo with a terror of bankruptcy.

We’re happy to share some of our tips for how to survive in Monte Carlo on a budget. Of course, you can break the bank if you want to, but you absolutely don’t have to.

Check out:

SURVIVING EPT MONTE CARLO ON A BUDGET

PREVIOUS WINNERS

For many years, Monte Carlo was the home of the EPT Grand Final, before simply becoming one of the most glamorous stops on the poker calendar. 

Previous winners include poker superstars Steve O’Dwyer in 2013 – who overcame arguably the toughest final table in poker history – and Adrian Mateos in 2015.

2005 – Rob Hollink (Netherlands) – €635,000

2006 – Jeff Williams (United States) – €900,000 (RECAP)

2007 – Gavin Griffin (United States) – €1,825,010 (RECAP)

2008 – Glen Chorny (Canada) – €2,020,000 (RECAP)

2009 – Pieter de Korver (Netherlands) – €2,300,000 (RECAP)

2010 – Nicolas Chouity (Lebanon) – €1,700,000 (RECAP)

2012 – Mohsin Charania (United States) – €1,350,000 (RECAP)

2013 – Steve O’Dwyer (United States) – €1,224,000 (RECAP)

2015 – Adrián Mateos (Spain) – €1,082,000 (RECAP)

2016 – Jan Bendik (Slovakia) – €961,800 (RECAP)

2017 – Raffaele Sorrentino (Itay) – €466,714 (RECAP)

2018 – Nicolas Dumont (France) – €712,000 (RECAP)

2019 – Manig Löser (Germany) – €603,777 (RECAP)

2022 –  Marcelo Simões (Brazil) – €939,840 (RECAP)

2023 – Mike Watson (Canada) – €749,425 (RECAP)

2024 – Derk van Luijk (Netherlands) – €1,000,000 (RECAP)

2025 – Aleksandr Shevliakov (Russia) – €1,000,000 (RECAP)

EVERYTHING ELSE…

POKER NEWS LIVE UPDATES
Our live reporting partner will offer hand-by-hand updates from the Main Event.

POKERSTARS LIVE EVENTS PHOTOS
Check out all the photos from Monte Carlo, and feel free to download pictures of your friends, family, favourite players (or yourself!).

EPT MONTE CARLO OFFICIAL SITE
The PokerStars Live official page, with everything you need to know about the tournament series in Monaco.

FULL TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
There are 62 events set to play out across the tournament series. Here’s the day-by-day schedule.

DOWNLOAD THE POKERSTARS LIVE APP
All the info you need on your mobile device from the Apple iStore or Google Play for Android.

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