WSOP Circuit Sanremo is one of the last chances to win a WSOP Paradise package. The series at Casino Sanremo in Italy runs from November 20 to December 1, 2026, with 11 gold ring events, buy-ins from ā¬300 to ā¬2,500, and a $5,000 WSOP Paradise package for each eligible ring winner. With WSOP Paradise starting on December 2 in the Bahamas, the timing leaves very little slack: the final ring event finishes on December 1, one day before the festival opens. This guide covers the schedule, how the package works and how to approach a series that mixes small buy-ins with a ā¬1,500 Main Event.
The Basics
According to PokerNews, the key facts are:
- Venue: Casino Sanremo, Italy
- Dates: November 20 to December 1, 2026
- Ring events: 11 gold rings
- Buy-ins: ā¬300 to ā¬2,500
- Prize for eligible ring winners: a $5,000 WSOP Paradise package, which includes entry into the Circuit Championship Mystery Bounty and accommodation in the Bahamas
- Paradise start date: December 2
Casino Sanremo will also host daily tournaments, satellites and side events. If you have followed the Circuit calendar, you will know that the Paradise package has become a recurring prize at Circuit stops this year; see our reports on Pompano Beach and the online ring winners reversal.
Key Events
PokerNews lists the following headline events:
| Event | Dates | Buy-in |
|---|---|---|
| #1 Mini Main Event | Nov 20-22 | ā¬300 |
| #3 Mystery Bounty | Nov 22-24 | ā¬300 |
| #4 Colossus | Nov 22-27 | ā¬300 |
| #6 Superstack | Nov 24-25 | ā¬750 |
| #7 High Roller | Nov 25-27 | ā¬2,500 |
| #8 Main Event | Nov 26-Dec 1 | ā¬1,500 |
| #9 Deepstack | Nov 30-Dec 1 | ā¬1,000 |
| #10 Omaha | Nov 30-Dec 1 | ā¬400 |
| #11 Bigstack | Dec 1 | ā¬300 |
Details worth noting:
- The Mini Main Event has four starting flights.
- The Colossus has six starting flights.
- The Main Event has four starting flights from November 26 to 28, Day 2 on November 29, and crowns its winner on December 1.
Events #2 and #5 are not detailed in the summary we reviewed, so check the official schedule for the full list.
Where the Value Is
Series like this tend to offer several distinct opportunities. Here is how we would think about them.
The ā¬300 Events: Low Buy-in, High Variance
Three of the headline events (Mini Main, Mystery Bounty and Colossus) cost ā¬300 and have multiple flights. Low buy-ins attract large, mixed-skill fields, which can create soft spots but also means you need to survive more opponents to reach a final table. The Colossus's six starting flights suggest big numbers. A multi-flight structure lets you choose which day to play, but typically only one entry per flight is allowed unless re-entry is permitted; always check the rules.
The ā¬1,500 Main Event
The Main Event is the centrepiece. It is a six-day schedule from the first flight to the final, with four starting flights over three days. Players who value deeper structures usually prefer this format. A ā¬1,500 buy-in is moderate by live-tournament standards, and the Circuit ring plus Paradise package gives it extra prestige.
The Specialist Events
The ā¬400 Omaha is a rare opportunity in a Circuit schedule dominated by hold'em. Fields in Omaha events are typically smaller, and players who know the game well can find an edge. If you are new to the game, our guides to Omaha and the hold'em vs Omaha comparison are good starting points.
The ā¬2,500 High Roller is the highest buy-in and will likely attract the strongest competition, with a smaller field.
How the Paradise Package Works
For each eligible ring winner, the prize is a $5,000 package that includes entry into the Circuit Championship Mystery Bounty and accommodation in the Bahamas. That is notable for what it is not: it is not a seat in the $26,000 Super Main Event. The package is designed for the Circuit Championship, a separate event at the festival.
The word "eligible" is important. Before you register, confirm the exact eligibility criteria for ring winners and how the package must be redeemed. Travel is not mentioned in the summary, so check whether flights are included, which they may not be.
Because Paradise starts on December 2, the timing is tight for winners of the last events. The Bigstack on December 1 finishes the day before the festival begins. If you win a ring late in the series, you will have very little time to arrange travel. Plan ahead.
An Alternative Route
PokerNews also points out another path to Paradise: GGPoker's WSOP Express promotion lets players qualify for the $26,000 WSOP Paradise Super Main Event for free. Players start with a free daily Step 0 ticket and progress through qualification stages, with $30,000 Super Passes available. The top qualifiers win entry to the $50 million guaranteed Super Main Event, a 13-night stay at Baha Mar and additional perks. We explained the mechanics in our WSOP Express guide.
Strategy Notes for a Mixed Series
Live Circuit events reward adaptability. A few ideas:
Choose events that fit your skill and bankroll. Entering every event is rarely wise. Select a core set and avoid chasing losses. Our bankroll management guide explains how to set limits.
Consider the format. In bounty events, knockout value changes the maths; in deepstack events, post-flop skill is more important. Our poker strategy hub offers a starting point.
Learn ICM before the bubble. In big-field events with a flat payout structure at the bottom, survival matters. See our ICM glossary page.
Mind the fatigue. The Main Event stretches over six days, with Day 2 on November 29. Pace yourself and treat sleep and diet as part of your edge.
Stay level. Variance is inevitable. Our tilt glossary entry is useful if you tend to chase.
Practical Travel Considerations
Sanremo is a coastal Italian city, and Casino Sanremo is the venue for the entire series. If you are travelling from outside the European Union, check entry requirements and any limits on bringing funds. We cannot provide travel or legal advice, and details change, so confirm everything with official sources before you book.
What This Means for Players
Do the math on the package. A $5,000 package is worth up to its face value only if you were already planning to go to Paradise. For others, the value depends on whether you would pay for the entry and accommodation anyway. We make the same point about satellites in our WSOP Express coverage.
Look at satellites and daily events. Casino Sanremo's satellites can be a cheaper route into the larger events. Check the daily schedule.
Mind the calendar. The series overlaps with other European events, such as King's Resort's November festivals; our King's Resort schedule preview shows what is running in Rozvadov.
Prefer online? If you cannot travel, online options exist. See our real money poker guide and top-rated reviews such as Americas Cardroom and BetOnline.
The Bottom Line
WSOP Circuit Sanremo packs 11 ring events into 12 days, with the added incentive of Paradise packages for ring winners. The mix of ā¬300 events and a ā¬1,500 Main Event gives players at different budget levels something to aim for, and the timing makes it the final Circuit route to the Bahamas this season. For the latest standings and results, see our WSOP schedule page and WSOP 2026 results.