Ready, Set, Festival! All the 2026 Stops Are Finally Out!
The Festival Series is preparing for another enjoyable year in 2026, with a calendar that brings together many of the places our community has grown to appreciate. We’re returning to stops that have played an important role in our journey so far, and we’ve added a few moments that we hope will feel special for everyone who joins us. One thing we’re pleased about is bringing The Festival Series back to Tallinn, Estonia, a place many players remember from one of our early Festival Series events in 2022. With a mix of Main The Festival Series stops, The Festival Weekend stops, and two online editions on iPoker, 2026 offers a steady flow of poker, social activities, and friendly competition that stays true to what The Festival Series is meant to be.
Returning to Tallinn!
Breaking news! We are heading back to Tallinn after a hiatus of three years! The Olympic Park Casino hosted The Festival Series already back in the past, and now it will be back on the schedule for 2026! Martin 'Franke' von Zweigbergk is beyond ecstatic to return to his 'home country' as he has resided in Estonia for many years. Jaan Vaabel, the main man at the Olympic Park Casino, mentioned the following about the upcoming collaboration.
''We were proud to host The Festival Series in June 2022, and we are delighted to welcome back Martin “Franke” von Zweigbergk and his team to Olympic Casino Tallinn for the second-ever Festival Series event in Tallinn, Estonia. Over the years, through organizing major events such as Kings of Tallinn, we have gained extensive experience, and we are confident that our dedicated and knowledgeable staff will help deliver an unforgettable experience for both Hold’em enthusiasts and Mixed Games players. In addition to The Festival Series in Tallinn, we are excited to expand our collaboration with The Festival Series by introducing The Festival Weekend events in Vilnius and Riga—initiatives we look forward to.'' Feedback provided by Jaan Vaabel, Olympic Casino Tallinn.
February 23 – March 1, 2026
The Festival Series Bratislava – Slovakia
We start the year in Banco Casino Bratislava, and honestly, it feels exactly right. Bratislava has become our “home game” over the years, and coming back here always feels like meeting up with old friends. This will already be our sixth Festival Series in Bratislava since 2021, which says everything about how special this place is for us and for our players. The city has a warm and relaxed vibe, and Banco Casino always delivers a great atmosphere, big turnouts, and an easy place for everyone to enjoy themselves. Kicking off 2026 here sets the tone for another full year, a year that will have more stops than you are used to from us!
"We are proud to host the 5th edition of The Festival Series here at Banco Casino Bratislava at this very moment, as the final stop of the 2025 season. With our recent renovation, Banco Casino has transformed into a dedicated poker club, making it the ideal home for events of this calibre. Over the years, we have had the pleasure of hosting numerous major poker festivals, including The Festival Series. With the release of the 2026 schedule, we are excited to welcome the 6th edition at the beginning of the year after five consecutive years as the season finale. We look forward to opening 2026 together and continuing to provide an exceptional setting for players from across Europe." Feedback provided by Jan Packa, Banco Casino Bratislava.
April 2026
The Festival Online Spring – iPoker Network
After the big start in Bratislava, we head online for the first digital stop of the year. The Festival Online Spring gives everyone a chance to join the action from home, and the schedule usually offers something for every type of player. This time, we will even have plenty of mixed games in the mix as the iPoker Network expands its available poker formats! Low buy-ins, mid buy-ins, special formats, you name it. We love these online editions because they bring the full Festival community together, even for players who can’t travel or are just warming up for the live events later in the year.
''iPoker is excited to further strengthen our partnership with The Festival - a team whose commitment to mixed games, community-driven events, and player-focused experiences aligns perfectly with our own values. Since 2024, we have successfully collaborated across Rozvadov, Malta, Bratislava and hosted The Festival Online, which has become the cornerstone of the network’s offering and one of the most anticipated online series on iPoker.'' Feedback provided by Michael Bedulskis, iPoker Network.
May 28 – 31, 2026
The Festival Weekend Vilnius – Lithuania
It will be the first time in history that we are heading to Vilnius. Thanks to the return of the collaboration with Olympic Casino, there will be stops as well at their other venues outside Estonia. The Festival Weekend always has a bit of a different rhythm, less days, but the action is packed! The previous editions of The Festival Weekend were mainly about one main poker format, such as the The Festival Weekend - Sviten Special, with a couple NLH/Omaha games in the mix as well. How the upcoming Festival Weekend schedules will look like in 2026, is still a surprise! We for sure, are super happy to explore more parts of Europe with the crew, and hope to see many of you out there as well!
''We are proud to support The Festival’s ambitious 2026 plans, including the addition of a new stop in Tallinn and The Festival Weekend across the three Baltic capitals. Our network will continue to offer online qualifiers to all of The Festival stops, bringing even more opportunities for players from all over the world to qualify into this unique Festival. iPoker will continue being home for The Festival Online in 2026, offering players a dedicated online counterpart to the live The Festival experience.'' Feedback provided by Michael Bedulskis, iPoker Network.
June 9 – 15, 2026
The Festival Series Rozvadov – Czech Republic
In June, we return to King's Resort Rozvadov for another full event of The Festival Series. This will be our third time hosting a Festival Series in this legendary poker destination, and every time we’ve been here, the turnout and energy have been fantastic. King’s Resort is one of the most famous poker venues in Europe, and you can feel that special “poker culture” the moment you walk in. This ten-day stop usually attracts players from many different countries, which creates a great mix of styles and personalities at the tables. Captained by Federico Brunato, the King's Resort will be bringing Mixed Games all over once again!
''Franke’s The Festival is a truly unique tournament that everyone at King’s looks forward to. It’s always a blend of poker, top-tier hospitality, and great vibes. We’re excited to host it again in 2026 and, together, try to break a few records while enjoying the special variants and unforgettable experiences it brings.'' Feedback provided by Federico Brunato, King's Resort Rozvadov.
July 1 – 5, 2026
The Festival Weekend Tallinn – Estonia
Tallinn hosts a Weekend stop in July, giving players a fun taste of what’s coming later in the year when we return for a full Main Series. Summer in Tallinn is beautiful, and the city has a relaxed but modern feel that fits perfectly with a shorter Festival schedule. Expect a few days of fast-paced tournaments and a great local poker atmosphere, making this a nice warm-up for the big autumn return.
September 3 – 6, 2026
The Festival Weekend Riga – Latvia
Riga is new to the calendar, and we cannot wait to visit this amazing city with The Festival Weekend. The city has a lively nightlife, good food, and a casino environment that always feels friendly and fun. The Weekend format keeps things compact, with each day offering something players don’t want to miss. It’s a great stop for a quick poker trip, meeting new friends, and playing the game we all adore so much.
September 14 – 20, 2026
The Festival Series Malta – St. Julians, Malta
Next up is our return to sunny Malta, a destination that has become a real classic for The Festival Series. We’ve already hosted three Festival Series in Malta, and each one has grown in size and popularity. The mix of poker action, warm weather, seaside restaurants, and the relaxed Mediterranean lifestyle makes this stop very special. For many players, this is the perfect combination: a holiday and a poker festival in one trip. Portuguese Nuno Morais won the 2025 edition. The 2026 edition will once again bring a full week of events and a great international crowd, all being hosted by Portomaso Casino, which will be completely revamped by then!
“Looking ahead to the 2026 Festival Series stop, I can say we’re genuinely excited to welcome everyone back to Portomaso Casino—especially at a time when the place is transforming around us. We’re rebuilding the casino into a new, shining venue, and players can already feel the difference. The poker pit is fully reshaped and open, and by the time The Festival returns next year, the whole venue will be ready and looking its best.
What I love about The Festival is that it isn’t just about the mixed games—though those are fantastic—it’s also the way it brings fresh energy to our Hold’em players. The structure, the atmosphere, the variety… it gives both local regulars and visitors something they don’t experience anywhere else. The 2026 stop is set to be special, and we’re proud to host it in a room that matches the level of the event.” Feedback provided by Jonathan Micallef, Portomaso Casino.
October 2026
The Festival Online Autumn – iPoker Network
In October, we head back online with The Festival Online Autumn with the iPoker Network. This stop gives everyone another chance at Festival glory, enjoy unique online formats, or simply join the Festival fun without packing a suitcase. It’s the perfect way to stay connected with the community while we prepare for one of the biggest live stops of the year, and perhaps even more perfect by trying out new formats which you barely play usually, or want to strengthen your skills at.
''The upcoming editions will grow even further in both scale and diversity, with an expanded slate of Mixed Games joining the schedule in 2026. Our goal is to make The Festival Online the most accessible and entertaining way for players from all over the world to participate, qualify, and immerse themselves in The Festival spirit. We look forward to working closely with Franke and his team in 2026 to deliver memorable The Festival events and The Festival Weekend events both on and off the felt.'' Feedback provided by Michael Bedulskis, iPoker Network.
November 20 – 29, 2026
The Festival Series Tallinn – Estonia
This is one of the most important moments of 2026: The Festival Series finally returns to Tallinn. The last time we hosted a full Series here was back in 2022, which was only the second Festival Series in our history. Many players still talk about how special that event was, so coming back four years later feels like returning to a place where The Festival truly grew. Tallinn boasts a beautiful blend of old-town charm and modern venues, and its local poker community is strong and welcoming. With nine full days of poker, casino games, and all the social activities The Festival is known for, this stop is expected to be one of the highlights of the entire year.
Looking Ahead to an Exciting 2026
With a great mix of familiar destinations, special returns, and places that will make their debut, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most complete and exciting years we’ve ever had. From the home-game feeling of Bratislava, to the great grind in Rozvadov, to the sunshine of Malta and the long-awaited comeback to Tallinn, The Festival Series will offer something for every player, whether live or online. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back for another year full of poker, casino games, sports betting challenges, fun activities, and all the good moments that make The Festival community so unique.
