The World Series of Poker hosts numerous Circuit stops both in the US and around the globe, and one of the most exciting international destinations is Playground in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. First introduced in 2016, the Montreal stop has since become a staple of the International WSOP Circuit, now held at least two times a year.

The next WSOP-C Montreal is set for August 18 to September 2, 2025, at the renowned Playground Poker Club in Kahnawake, Canada. This festival will feature 18 official WSOP Circuit ring events, boasting a combined C$5 million in guaranteed prize pools, with buy-ins ranging from C$400 to C$5,000. Online satellites are already running on GGPoker for players across Canada, with dedicated qualifiers also available via GGPoker Ontario for those in the province.

Playground Poker Club, recently named the World’s Best Poker Room at the GPI Awards, is located just minutes from downtown Montreal, offering a world-class setting for live tournament action.

In a first for this stop, the upcoming Montreal Circuit will also make use of the new WSOP+ app, which debuted in Las Vegas during the 2025 WSOP summer series.

WSOP-C Montreal 2025 August Schedule

The 2025 WSOP-C Montreal will run from August 18 to September 2 at Playground Poker, located in Kahnawake, just a short drive from downtown Montreal. The complete schedule features 18 official WSOP Circuit ring events, with buy-ins starting at C$400 and reaching as high as C$5,000.

At the heart of the festival is the WSOP-C Main Event, offering a C$2.2 million guarantee and a C$2,500 buy-in. The Main Event will include three starting flights, held from August 28 to 30, with the tournament concluding on September 1.

Beyond the Main Event, the series is packed with notable tournaments. Kicking off the action is the C$400 Mini Main Event, the very first of the 18-ring schedule. Running from August 18 to 23, it features six starting flights and carries a generous C$500,000 guarantee.

Several other C$400 buy-in events bring attractive, more modest guarantees:

• Event #2: 6-Max — August 18, C$35,000 guarantee.
• Event #3: Progressive Bounty — August 19, C$40,000 guarantee.
• Event #4: Mega Stack — August 20, C$35,000 guarantee.
• Event #5: Hold’em Bounty — August 21, C$40,000 guarantee.

Also featured is the C$400 Mystery Bounty (Event #6), which comes with three starting flights and a C$200,000 guarantee. The final day will be played on August 25.

Other festival highlights include:

• Event #7: C$1,000 The Colossus — C$800,000 guaranteed, four flights from August 24 to 27.
• Event #13: Mega Stack High Roller — C$5,000 buy-in, C$500,000 guarantee.
• Event #15: NLHE Mystery Bounty — C$1,000 buy-in, C$150,000 guarantee.

In addition, the schedule includes a Seniors Event and a Ladies Event, each with a C$400 buy-in, along with a C$600 Pot Limit Omaha (No Ante), a C$400 PKO on August 31, and a final C$400 Mystery Bounty to close out the series.

Every tournament on the schedule offers a guaranteed prize pool ranging from C$20,000 to C$2,200,000, with overall guarantees adding up to nearly C$5 million. All events allow unlimited re-entries.

The festival also introduces milestone satellites, also known as target stack or landmark satellites, where players win a seat into a larger event by reaching a specific target chip stack rather than by surviving to the bubble. These satellites will be available for the Main Event, The Colossus, and the High Roller, with buy-ins ranging from C$150 to C$600, depending on the target event.

WSOP-C Montreal August 2025 Schedule

2025 WSOP Montreal Main Event

The 2025 WSOP-C Montreal Main Event is a multi-day tournament featuring three starting flights, with Day 1A scheduled for August 28, Day 1B on August 29, and Day 1C on August 30. The event boasts a C$2,200,000 guaranteed prize pool, with each entry costing C$2,500, plus a C$230 tournament fee. To meet the guarantee without an overlay, the tournament will need to draw at least 970 entries.

Players begin with a 50,000 starting stack, and blinds increase every 40 minutes during the opening flights. Late registration remains open until the start of Level 13. Each flight has a capped number of seats: 235 players plus alternates for Day 1A, 360 plus alternates for Day 1B, and 540 plus alternates for Day 1C.

From Day 2 onward, blind levels extend to 60 minutes, providing a deeper structure for the remaining contenders. The tournament will conclude on September 1.

For those looking to secure a seat at a lower cost, milestone satellites are available with a C$300 buy-in. These will run on August 22, August 23, August 27, August 28, and twice on August 29. Each satellite guarantees between four and ten seats into the Main Event, and players earn their entry by reaching a 280,000 chip stack rather than simply surviving to the end of play.

Qualify Online with Satellites on GGPoker

Thanks to the World Series’ close association with GGPoker, GG is pulling out all the stops to send as many players as possible to the WSOP-C Montreal Main Event. Since June 15, online qualifiers have been running exclusively for Canadian players on the dot-com platform, offering multiple freeroll tournaments where seats can be won for absolutely nothing.

For players willing to invest a small amount, satellites start from just C$1. These low-cost step satellites progress to a C$10 step, which then leads to a C$75 step. Winning a seat in the C$75 satellite secures a direct entry into the Main Event, valued at C$2,500. All of these satellites use the Target Stack format, where players qualify by reaching a specific chip stack rather than by outlasting the field.

Ontario players have their own dedicated path on GGPoker Ontario, with step satellites beginning at C$3 and culminating in a C$250 final step. Freerolls are also part of the mix, ensuring multiple ways to win a spot in the Main Event.

Debut of WSOP+ App at WSOP-C Montreal

For the first time, the WSOP-C Montreal stop will feature WSOP+, the new official app from the World Series of Poker designed to elevate the live tournament experience. Originally launched at the WSOP Paradise 2023 festival and later rolled out at the 2025 WSOP summer series in Las Vegas, the app is now making its Canadian debut.

Developed by NSUS Group, the parent company of GGPoker, WSOP+ has quickly become an integral part of WSOP events. Following its use in Las Vegas, organizers are now actively encouraging and in many cases requiring players to use the app for both WSOP and WSOP Circuit stops.

Packed with features, WSOP+ offers players access to a tournament clock, real-time chip counts, updated player rankings, prize pool statistics, blind and payout structures, total entry numbers, buy-in breakdowns, and countdowns to scheduled breaks. It also includes the complete event schedule, detailed structure sheets, official rules, and daily results, putting all essential tournament information at players’ fingertips.

Push notifications keep participants informed with instant updates, while the app’s “Story” feature, modeled after popular social media platforms, provides a dynamic way to follow the action.

According to WSOP officials, WSOP+ is set to “revolutionize the participant experience” by enabling players to pre-register and buy in ahead of time, helping to eliminate the long registration lines that often form before major events.

History of WSOP-C Montreal

The WSOP Circuit has established itself as a recurring highlight on Montreal’s poker calendar, drawing both local talent and international contenders eager to compete for prestigious WSOP rings and big prize pools. In recent years, the Playground Poker Club, widely regarded as one of Canada’s top poker venues, has been the event’s primary host. Its reputation was further cemented when it was named “Best Poker Room” at the 2024 Global Poker Awards.

Over time, the series has steadily grown in stature, offering a diverse mix of tournaments with impressive guarantees. Alongside the flagship Main Event and High Roller, players have been treated to popular formats such as the Mystery Bounty and the Colossus, each adding variety and excitement to the festival.

The WSOP Circuit made its Montreal debut in 2016 at Casino de Montreal, where the C$1,675 Main Event attracted 520 entries and generated a C$780,000 prize pool. Subsequent editions moved to Playground Poker Club, beginning in 2018 and continuing in 2019. After a five-year hiatus, the series returned in 2024 to the same venue, reclaiming its place as a must-play event in Canadian poker and is now held two to three times a year.

The most recent edition, held from March to April 2025, was another standout success. The C$1,700 Main Event drew 1,414 entries and produced a C$2,121,000 prize pool, reaffirming WSOP-C Montreal’s reputation as one of the premier stops on the international circuit.

WSOP Circuit Montreal FAQ

When does the 2025 WSOP Circuit Montreal take place?

The next WSOP-C Montreal will take place from August 18 to September 2, 2025.

Where can I qualify online for the WSOP Montreal series?

Online qualifiers for the WSOP-C Montreal Main Event are available at GGPoker and GGPoker Ontario.

How many tournaments are there on the WSOP Montreal 2025 schedule?

There are 18 ring events with buy-ins ranging from C$400 – $5,000.

How many times does WSOP Montreal typically run?

In the past, it only ran once a year, but in 2024, it ran twice. In 2025, there will be three WSOP-C Montreal circuits with the first one held in March-April. The upcoming edition starts August 18 and the third one is scheduled to run in November.

Which province will the WSOP Montreal take place in?

As the festival takes place in Kahnawake, just a drive from Montreal, players will be in Quebec.

Does WSOP Montreal award WSOP bracelets or rings?

As this is a WSOP Circuit event, WSOP Rings are given to winners at WSOP Montreal.

What new events are there at this year’s WSOP Montreal?

New events include the Ladies Event, the Seniors Event and the Mystery Bounty tournaments.

What is the Main Event guarantee at WSOP Circuit Montreal?

C$2.2 million is guaranteed for the Main Event that plays out August 28 to September 1, 2025.

Will I need to use the WSOP+ app?

Yes, WSOP+ is mandatory for WSOP Montreal circuit.