WSOP Paradise 2026: 20 Bracelets, $120M Guaranteed and Changes in the Super Main Event

The WSOP Paradise 2026 will take place from December 2 to 17 at the Baha Mar Hotel & Resort in the Bahamas, with 20 bracelet tournaments and a total guarantee of $120 million. The Super Main Event reduces its guarantee to $50M, down 16.7% from the previous year, although it remains one of the largest payouts on the circuit. The adjustment in the schedule reflects a focus on accessibility with more events of $10,000 or less, and a reduced presence of super high rollers under the Triton Poker brand.

Schedule: 20 Bracelets and Historic Guarantee at WSOP Paradise 2026

The fourth edition of the World Series of Poker Paradise, now at Baha Mar after moving from Atlantis, maintains the winter format initiated in 2023. Since then, the $25,000 Super Main Event has dominated the schedule, with increasing guarantees up to a record $60M in 2025 (achieved and surpassed with 2,891 entries and a final prize pool of over $72M, won by Bernhard Binder). For 2026, the guarantee returns to $50M — $22M below the actual prize pool of 2025 — a decision aimed at managing risks after previous overlay pressures.

The complete schedule is as follows:

• December 2: $2.5K Circuit Championship Mystery Bounty NLH ($5M)
• December 3: $25K PLO/NLH Mixed High Roller ($1M)
• December 4: $50K Single Day NLH High Roller ($2.5M)
• December 5: $10K GGMillion$ NLH Championship ($20M), $5K Bahamas Big Bet Mix Dealer's Choice ($1M), $250K WSOP Invitational ($10M)
• December 6: $50K Single Day PLO High Roller ($2M)
• December 8: $5K Baha-MONSTER STACK NLH ($1M), $100K PLO Super High Roller ($5M)
• December 9: $10K 8-Game Mix ($1M), $100K NLH Super High Roller ($10M)
• December 10: $25K Super Main Event ($50M), $25K 9-Game Mix Championship ($2M)
• December 12: $2.5K Double Board Bomb Pot PLO ($1M)
• December 14: $10K Caribbean COLOSSUS NLH ($2M)
• December 15: $10K Paradise PLOSSUS PLO ($1M), $25K NLH Turbo High Roller ($2.5M)
• December 16: $25K PLO High Roller Turbo ($1M), $5K The Closer - GG Bounty Wheel ($1M)
• December 17: $15K Last Chance In Paradise NLH ($1M)

Days December 7, 11, and 13 do not begin events, allowing for downtime or tourism for eliminated players.

Super Main Event and GGMillion$: Key Changes in Prize Structure

The Super Main Event, which lowers its guarantee from 2025 but maintains its status, will once again be the centerpiece of WSOP Paradise. Bernhard Binder, the reigning champion, will seek to defend his title. At the same time, the GGMillion$ NLH Championship doubles its guarantee to $20M despite reducing the buy-in from $25K to $10K, and shifts to a multi-day format early in the series, which will enhance the field size and attract both regulars and recreational players with sufficient bankrolls.

Both events account for more than half of the total guarantee of the festival. Organizers propose a balance between spectacular prizes and greater access for different player profiles, strengthening the appeal for both professionals and sponsors related to the tournament sector.

Less Triton Poker and More Variety in Buy-in Tournaments

Unlike 2025, where the Triton Poker circuit named six events on the calendar, the 2026 edition does not include this brand. The Invitational format — where the field is divided between professionals and amateurs — remains but without the Triton seal. Moreover, the buy-in structure shows a shift: 9 of the 20 events have a maximum entry of $10,000, compared to only four the previous year. The number of $100K events also decreases (from six to three), and the overall range points to greater inclusion of players not part of the super high roller elite.

Increased Presence of Mixed Games and Pot Limit Omaha

WSOP Paradise 2026 adds new variants and more volume of mixed game events, a trend already seen in the Las Vegas series. Five Pot Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments are confirmed, along with a combined PLO/NLH event, Dealer's Choice, 8-Game Mix, and a 9-Game Mix. For specialists like Naoya Kihara, the variety opens options for accumulating crucial points for the WSOP Player of the Year ranking.

The overlap of dates between the Super Main Event and the 9-Game Mix (both starting on December 10) will force some players to choose, although the Main Event offers several initial flights.

WSOP Player of the Year Decided in the Bahamas

The WSOP Player of the Year ranking, which rewards the most consistent player across the festivals in Europe, Las Vegas, and Paradise, arrives in the Bahamas with the results still pending. Currently, Shaun Deeb leads with 3,410 points, closely followed by Naoya Kihara (3,388) and Alex Foxen (3,381). The top 10 is completed by Justin Liberto, Josh Arieh, Daniel Negreanu, Jesse Lonis, Eelis Paerssinen, Mike Moncek, and Josh Reichard. With the complete schedule and the importance of mixed games, all signs point to a tight finish under the Caribbean climate.

The early bird VIP package for those confirming $100K or $300K in entries remains valid, while live coverage will be available on the official WSOP channel on YouTube and through specialized news.

Conclusion: A High-Profile Festival Focused on Diversity

WSOP Paradise 2026 solidifies the Bahamas as a reference destination for international poker, with a historic guarantee and bets on both classic formats and innovations in game offerings. The decline in the Main Event's guarantee and the departure of Triton Poker contrasts with the increase in accessible events and greater diversity of formats, thus shaping a more plural and competitive edition.