The 2026 WSOP Paradise will run from December 2 to 17 at Baha Mar in the Bahamas, with 20 bracelet events and $120 million in guarantees, up $50 million from last year. The centrepiece is the $25,000 Super Main Event with a $50 million guarantee, starting December 10. The series has moved to a new venue, and the numbers suggest World Series of Poker is doubling down on the high-roller end of the market.
If you follow the bracelet race or the Player of the Year standings, this series matters. Here is a full look at the schedule, the guarantees and what they mean for players, based on the schedule published by PokerNews.
Dates, Venue and Headline Numbers
- Dates: December 2-17, 2026
- Venue: Baha Mar Hotel & Resort, Bahamas (the series' new home)
- Bracelet events: 20
- Total guarantees: $120 million, up $50 million on 2025
- Main Event: $25,000 Super Main Event, $50 million guaranteed, starting December 10
For reference, last year's Super Main Event drew 2,891 entries and created a prize pool of $72,275,000, with Bernhard Binder winning $10 million. The 2026 guarantee of $50 million is therefore below last year's actual prize pool, which suggests the organisers expect a similar or larger field and have set a guarantee that is realistic.
The Full Bracelet Schedule
PokerNews listed the following events, buy-ins and guarantees:
| Date | Event | Buy-in | Guarantee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2 | #1 Circuit Championship Mystery Bounty NLHE | $2,500 | $5M |
| Dec 3 | #2 High Roller PLO/NLHE Mixed | $25,000 | $1M |
| Dec 4 | #3 High Roller NLHE Single Day | $50,000 | $2.5M |
| Dec 5 | #4 GGMillion$ NLHE Championship | $10,000 | $20M* |
| Dec 5 | #5 Bahamas Big Bet Mix Dealer's Choice | $5,000 | $1M |
| Dec 5 | #6 WSOP Invitational | $250,000 | $10M |
| Dec 6 | #7 High Roller PLO Single Day | $50,000 | $2M |
| Dec 8 | #8 Baha-MONSTER STACK NLHE | $5,000 | $1M |
| Dec 8 | #9 Super High Roller PLO | $100,000 | $5M |
| Dec 9 | #10 8-Game Mixed | $10,000 | $1M |
| Dec 9 | #11 Super High Roller NLHE | $100,000 | $10M |
| Dec 10 | #12 Super Main Event | $25,000 | $50M |
| Dec 10 | #13 9-Game Mixed Championship | $25,000 | $2M |
| Dec 12 | #14 Double Board Bomb Pot PLO | $2,500 | $1M |
| Dec 14 | #15 Caribbean COLOSSUS NLHE | $10,000 | $2M |
| Dec 15 | #16 Paradise PLOSSUS PLO | $10,000 | $1M |
| Dec 15 | #17 High Roller Turbo NLHE | $25,000 | $2.5M |
| Dec 16 | #18 High Roller Turbo PLO | $25,000 | $1M |
| Dec 16 | #19 The Closer GGPoker Bounty Wheel | $5,000 | $1M |
| Dec 17 | #20 2026 Last Chance In Paradise NLHE | $15,000 | $1M |
*A note on the GGMillion$ event: the table lists a $20 million guarantee and a December 5 date, but the accompanying article text refers to "at least $10 million" and a December 10 date. The report does not resolve the discrepancy, so confirm the final details with WSOP before planning around that event.
What Stands Out
A high-roller-heavy schedule. Four events carry buy-ins of $50,000 or more, and the lineup includes a $250,000 WSOP Invitational with a $10 million guarantee and two $100,000 super high rollers. That puts Paradise firmly in the same bracket as the big Triton festivals.
Plenty of PLO. Pot-limit Omaha appears in the Super High Roller PLO ($100,000), the High Roller PLO ($50,000), the PLOSSUS ($10,000), the Double Board Bomb Pot PLO ($2,500) and the High Roller Turbo PLO ($25,000). If you are an Omaha player, our Omaha guide and Hold'em vs Omaha comparison are useful starting points.
Mixed games. The 8-Game, 9-Game Mixed Championship and Big Bet Mix Dealer's Choice give mixed-game specialists several chances at a bracelet.
Accessible entry points. The $2,500 Mystery Bounty on day one, with a $5 million guarantee, and the $2,500 Bomb Pot PLO are comparatively affordable options. The $5,000 Baha-MONSTER STACK, with a $1 million guarantee, is another reasonable-value tournament.
The Guarantee Increase: What It Tells Us
An increase of $50 million in total guarantees is significant. A guarantee is a promise by the organiser to fund the prize pool if entries fall short, which exposes the operator to overlay risk. Setting guarantees at this level suggests confidence in the field.
For players, guarantees create value when a tournament runs close to or below the guarantee, because the prize pool is topped up by the organiser. They also mean the buy-in is not wasted in a thin field. Our post on judging tournament guarantees explains how to spot genuine value, and our tournaments page lists sites with the best guaranteed events online.
Online Components and Satellites
PokerNews notes that the live GGMillion$ has an online equivalent at the same $10,000 buy-in, and links to a satellite route into the Super Main Event, though the schedule article itself gives no details. Solana continues as a partner, allowing attendees to enter tournaments with cryptocurrency and no processing fee. If you are curious about paying with crypto, our crypto poker guide explains how it works.
Early-bird packages are also available, with a deposit due by October 31. Committing at least $100,000 in buy-ins, including Day 1a of the GGMillion$ and the Super Main Event, earns a 16-night Deluxe Room stay with resort fees included, requiring a $5,000 deposit. A $300,000 commitment adds VIP Fast Track arrival, return transfers and buffet access, with a $10,000 deposit. Those are clearly aimed at high-rolling visitors.
The Player of the Year Race
With Las Vegas, Europe and the Bahamas all counting towards the WSOP Player of the Year, Paradise is a critical stage for anyone still chasing the award. With so many high buy-ins and bracelet events, a couple of strong results could change the standings significantly. Follow our WSOP 2026 results page and the WSOP schedule for updates as the series approaches.
What This Means for Players
If you are a high-stakes regular, the schedule offers a rich menu of events, and the early-bird packages reduce travel costs. If you are a recreational player, the series is more likely a spectator event, but the satellites and mid-priced events may be within reach.
Whatever your budget, be realistic. A $25,000 Main Event is a major commitment, and you should never risk money you cannot afford to lose. Our bankroll management guide explains how to size your tournament investments.
Bottom Line
WSOP Paradise 2026 offers 20 bracelets, $120 million in guarantees and a $25,000 Super Main Event guaranteeing $50 million, all at the new Baha Mar venue between December 2 and 17. The increase of $50 million on last year's guarantees is a strong signal of confidence. For fans, it promises a busy December of high-stakes poker; for players, it is a chance to study the schedule, think about satellites and plan accordingly.