The Ultimate Poker Down Under: Inside the WPT Australia 2026 Festival

By Samantha Doyle

21 May 2026

Samantha Doyle 21 May 2026

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WPT Australia 2026 introduces dual Main Events for the first time.
Festival moves to The Star Sydney, offering top gaming and luxury.
Global livestream brings local poker action to an international audience.

The Australian poker scene is gearing up for its biggest month of the year. From September 10 to September 30, the WPT Australia 2026 festival will take over the tournament floors at The Star Sydney, bringing three weeks of high-stakes action, massive fields, and life-changing payouts.

In a historic first for the region, the World Poker Tour is deploying a dual-championship schedule, meaning players will have two distinct opportunities to capture a major WPT title in front of a global livestream audience.

Double the Championships, Double the Action

The 21-day schedule is meticulously designed to build momentum, culminating in two massive, back-to-back Main Events.

For the mid-stakes grinders and recreational players, the AUD $1,500 WPT Prime Australia Championship kicks off on September 17. Known for generating massive prize pools and breaking attendance records globally, the Prime format is the perfect appetizer.

On September 24, the heavyweights will take their seats for the AUD $5,000 WPT Australia Championship. As the crown jewel of the festival, this event offers players the chance to join the exclusive WPT Champions Club and secure a massive six-figure payday.

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The Destination: The Star Sydney

Moving the festival to The Star Sydney marks a massive geographical shift for the WPT, bringing the tour to the bustling heart of New South Wales.

The Star Sydney Australia — The Star Sydney

The Star Sydney is renowned for its impeccable hospitality and world-class gaming facilities, making it the ideal host for a major international poker tour. The property features a sprawling, dedicated poker space capable of housing hundreds of tables simultaneously.

Beyond the felt, the complex offers luxury accommodations, award-winning restaurants, and immediate access to Darling Harbour, ensuring that players have a premium vacation experience regardless of how the cards fall.

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