Over the years, The Festival has evolved into one of the most popular European poker series. Following stops in Rozvadov, Nottingham, Tallinn, and Malta, the next edition returns to a familiar venue – Banco in Bratislava. And we wouldn't miss it for the world!
The Festival Bratislava 2025 will take place from November 18th to 24th. Banco, along with the connected Crowne Plaza hotel, has undergone a major “facelift” this year, allowing loyal visitors to explore the new premises in the heart of the historic city. Organizers emphasize that this time it will be a pure poker festival – no slot machines, roulette, or blackjack in the casino.
The week in Bratislava will feature more than 40 tournaments, offering something for everyone:
- Main Event – €550 buy‑in and €500,000 guarantee
- The Hendon Mob Championship – popular “mini” ME with a €250 buy-in
- Chicago European Championship – a brand new event with a premier European title
- Bomb Pot NLH/PLO – a dynamic mix of NLH and PLO
- High Roller tournaments (NLH, PLO, and OFC) with a €1,100 buy‑in
- Mixed games, Sviten Special, Mystery Bounty, and Madness tournaments
In addition to the tournaments, the festival will also feature the Cash Game Challenge streamed on Twitch and YouTube, Player of the Series competition, adventurous Franke’s Flip Flops, and regular hospitality events. Online qualifiers with a package will be invited to these side activities to enjoy Bratislava beyond the tables.
iPoker Online Campaign – Abundant Packages
The Festival series is truly accessible to everyone, thanks to a wide range of online qualifiers, allowing you to snag entry to the Main Event or a full event package for just a few euros! This is made possible through a campaign on the iPoker network, running until November 10th, giving players nearly six weeks to earn their way to the live festival. You can join the campaign through poker rooms like Champion Poker, one of the largest on the iPoker network.
There's a lot at stake with 32 guaranteed event packages worth €1,850 and, in addition, 15 seats for the Main Event worth €550. The event package includes:
- Accommodation for 6 nights with breakfast at the Crowne Plaza or AC Hotel by Marriott
- €550 entry to the Main Event
- The Festival cap
- Hospitality events (dinners, trips, etc.)
- €250 pocket money directly to your player account
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iPoker Qualification Structure
Day 1 micro-satellites with buy‑ins starting from €2 are running daily. Qualifiers from these proceed to the Sunday finals. Over the series, five major Sunday finals will take place – mostly at 21:00 (CET) – where packages will be distributed to the top performers. The specific schedule for the Sunday finals is:
- October 12th – GTD 5 × €1,850 packages
- October 19th – GTD 6 × €1,850 packages
- October 26th – GTD 7 × €1,850 packages
- November 2nd – GTD 5 × €1,850 packages
- November 9th – GTD 3 × €1,850 packages
Seat-Only qualifications: Every other Friday (October 10th, October 24th, and November 7th), there will be a tournament with a €50 buy‑in, where at least 5 × €550 entries to the Main Event will be up for grabs.
Additionally, a special iPoker Revenue Mission awaits – players generating at least €1,000 in rake during the campaign will earn a €100 ticket to a special satellite, where one event package is guaranteed.
What Players Can Look Forward to in Bratislava
In recent years, Bratislava has become a hub for poker festivals. From November 18th to 24th, you can look forward to modern and renovated spaces, premium service, a rich schedule, and of course, an exciting hospitality program – trips, dinners, and networking with other players. Whether you're a recreational player or a regular, in Bratislava you'll have the chance to be a part of The Festival series history. We wish you all the best in the qualifiers. See you in Bratislava!
