The Festival Series Bratislava 2025
The final stop of The Festival Series 2025 will be in Bratislava, Slovakia, from November 18 to November 24. This event will take place at Banco Casino, where it all began for us back in 2021. As always, we’ll wrap up the year with the grand final at our second home. Banco Casino is well-known for its friendly atmosphere, professional staff, and great poker action throughout the year. It’s the perfect place to end another exciting year of The Festival Series.
1. Event Overview
The Festival Series Bratislava 2025 runs from November 18 to November 24 at Banco Casino. This five-day event will feature a wide range of tournaments and formats for players of all skill levels. Key highlights include:
- The Hendon Mob Championship: Take part in the infamous championship of the world's largest poker search engine, guided by a low affordable buy-in.
- Mystery Bounty Tournament: A format loved by many, and big bounties won by only a few!
- NLH Main Event: A multi-day tournament with a guaranteed prize pool which aligns with the actual status of live poker in Europe.
There will also be plenty of side events and cash games running non-stop, as well as the 'Player of the Series' ranking. Whether you’re playing poker for a hobby or making your living out of it, there’s something here for everyone. Online qualifiers are running now – don’t miss your chance to secure a spot!
>> All information about Online Qualifiers for The Festival Series 2025.
2. Venue Details
Banco Casino Bratislava is located in the heart of the city and is the second home of The Festival Series. It offers a relaxed and welcoming environment for players, while players have easy access to the vibrant centre of the capital city of Slovakia. Key features include:
- Large and comfortable poker rooms.
- On-site bar and buffest to keep players fuelled during and before/after the games.
- A central location, just a short walk from Bratislava’s old town.
Getting to Bratislava:
- Fly to Bratislava Airport (BTS) or Vienna International Airport (VIE). From Vienna, it’s only an hour’s journey to the casino by taxi, car, or public transport. From Bratislava airport, it's a fifteen-minute journey.
- We recommend taking a shuttle bus from both airports. Easy and very affordable access, transferring travellers several times per hour.
3. Registration Information
Registration at Banco Casino is quick and straightforward:
- Bring your ID, Passport, or Driver’s License to sign up.
- Registered players will receive a membership card for future visits, as well as a wristband so you do not need to show your member card when entering the casino throughout the day.
For more information, check out the Banco Casino website or reach out to their team.
4. Tournament Schedule
The full schedule for Bratislava 2025 is out! Below you can find all further details. Here’s what you can expect:
- Key Events: NLH Main Event, Mystery Bounty, and The Hendon Mob Championship.
- Mixed Games: HORSE, 2-7 Triple Draw, PL Razz, Sviten Special, Chicago European Championships, Bomb Pot NLH/PLO, and others.
- Special Formats: Crazy Pineapple, Seniors Tournament, The Festival Queens, Heads-Up Tournament.
- Cash Games: Available around the clock for those who want continuous action, including the Cash Game Challenge.
- Side Events/Activities: Casino Games tournaments, Hospitality events, Franke's Flip Flops, and more!
Buy-ins will range from €50 to €1,100, making it accessible for players of all levels. Stay tuned for the official tournament schedule!
5. Coverage and Media
We’ll provide full coverage of the event, ensuring you don’t miss any of the action. Here’s what to look out for:
- Live Blog: Real-time updates, hand histories, and player stories.
- Photos and Videos: Professional photos and videos capturing the best moments of the entire event.
- Social Media Updates: Follow us on Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitch for highlights and announcements.
Our team and external media partners will be on-site to make sure every key moment is documented. For press materials, visit the press area on our website.
What’s the easiest way to get to Banco Casino Bratislava?
Fly to Bratislava Airport (BTS) or Vienna International Airport (VIE). From there, it’s a short trip to the venue by taxi, car, or public transport.
When will the tournament schedule be available?
The Tournament Schedule has been officially released on August 19, 2025. The schedule includes 40+ tournaments, with the Chicago European Championships and the Bomb Pot NLH/PLO making their debut in Bratislava!
What can I do in Bratislava outside of poker?
Bratislava has plenty to offer, from its historic old town and iconic Bratislava Castle to great food and nightlife. The Festival Series will also provide hospitality packages with extra activities for online qualifiers who are eligible to participate in these additional and epic events.
Will there be new tournament formats in Bratislava?
We always aim to bring fresh and exciting formats to our events. Last year in Bratislava, we introduced the U26-tournament and the PL Razz Progressive KO tournament. During this upcoming 2025 edition, the Chicago European Championships and the Bomb Pot NLH/PLO are the newest additions!
What other stops are on The Festival Series 2025 schedule?
After visiting Rozvadov and Malta earlier in the year, Bratislava will be our final live event of 2025. Don’t miss out – qualify online now!
Tournament schedule in Table-Format:
| Date | Date/Time | Event Name | Total Buy-In |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18/11/2025 | Tuesday 11:00 | Chicago European Championship Day 1/A | 125 € |
| 18/11/2025 | Tuesday 13:00 | Hendon Mob Championship Day 1/A | 250 € |
| 18/11/2025 | Tuesday 13:30 | Mixed Games Main Event - TORSES Day 1/A | 550 € |
| 18/11/2025 | Tuesday 18:00 | Super Satellite to Main Event | 60 € |
| 18/11/2025 | Tuesday 19:00 | NLH Seniors Event (50+) | 250 € |
| 18/11/2025 | Tuesday 20:00 | Cash Game Challenge (€2/2 NLH) | min. 200€ |
| 18/11/2025 | Tuesday 20:00 | PL RAZZ Progressive K.O. | 110 € |
| 18/11/2025 | Tuesday 21:00 | NLH Tuesday Knockout | 110 € |
| 18/11/2025 | Tuesday 22:30 | Cash Game Challenge (€2/2 PLO4) | min. 200€ |
| 18/11/2025 | Tuesday 23:00 | Chicago European Championship Day 1/B | 125 € |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 11:00 | Chicago European Championship Day 1/C | 125 € |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 12:00 | Main Event Day 1/A | 550 € |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 13:00 | Hendon Mob Championship Day 1/B | 250 € |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 13:00 | NLH Heads-Up Tournament | 250 € |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 13:30 | Mixed Games Main Event - TORSES Day 1/B | 550 € |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 19:00 | Half ’n Half (NLH / PLO) | 125 € |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 19:30 | Super Satellite to Main Event | 60 € |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 20:00 | Cash Game Challenge (€2/2 NLH) | min. 200€ |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 20:00 | H.O.R.S.E. | 115 € |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 22:00 | NLH Win the Button Late Night Madness | 125 € |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 22:30 | Cash Game Challenge (€2/2 PLO4) | min. 200€ |
| 19/11/2025 | Wednesday 23:00 | Chicago European Championship Day 1/D | 125 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 11:00 | Chicago European Championship Day 1/E | 125 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 12:00 | Main Event Day 1/B | 550 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 12:30 | Open Face Chinese Pineapple | 250 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 13:00 | Hendon Mob Championship Day 1/C | 250 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 13:30 | Mixed Games Main Event - TORSES Final Day | - |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 14:00 | Turbo Satellite to PLO High Roller | 150 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 17:00 | PLO High Roller | 1,100 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 19:00 | Super Satellite to Main Event | 60 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 19:00 | Hendon Mob Championship Day 1/D turbo | 250 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 20:00 | Cash Game Challenge (€2/2 NLH) | min. 200€ |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 20:00 | Bomb Pot Madness (NLH/PLO) | 125 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 21:00 | Turbo Satellite to NLH High Roller | 150 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 22:00 | NLH Progressive K.O. Late Night Madness | 110 € |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 22:30 | Cash Game Challenge (€2/2 PLO4) | min. 200€ |
| 20/11/2025 | Thursday 23:00 | Chicago European Championship Day 1/F | 125 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 11:00 | Chicago European Championship Day 1/G | 125 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 12:00 | Main Event Day 1/C | 550 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 13:00 | Sviten Special | 250 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 14:00 | NL Crazy Pineapple | 125 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 16:00 | Hendon Mob Championship Final Day | - |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 17:00 | NLH High Roller | 1,100 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 18:30 | Super Satellite to Main Event | 60 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 19:00 | PLO 4/5/6 Cards | 250 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 20:00 | Cash Game Challenge (€5/5 NLH) | min. 500€ |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 20:00 | Main Event Day 1/D Turbo | 550 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 21:00 | Bratislava Deepstack Day 1 | 250 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 22:00 | Friday NLH Turbo Late Night Madness | 125 € |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 22:30 | Cash Game Challenge (€5/5 PLO4) | min. 500€ |
| 21/11/2025 | Friday 23:00 | Chicago European Championship Day 1/H | 125 € |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 11:00 | Chicago European Championship Final Day | - |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 12:00 | Main Event Day 1/E | 550 € |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 12:30 | 8-Game Mix | 250 € |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 16:00 | The Festival Queens | 125 € |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 17:00 | PLO Masters | 250 € |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 19:00 | NLH 15k GTD | 125 € |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 20:00 | Cash Game Challenge (€5/5 NLH) | min. 500€ |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 20:00 | Main Event Day 1/F turbo | 550 € |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 21:00 | Bratislava Deepstack Final Day | - |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 21:00 | PL 2-7 Double Draw | 125 € |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 22:30 | Cash Game Challenge (€5/5 PLO4) | min. 500€ |
| 22/11/2025 | Saturday 23:00 | Saturday NLH Turbo Late Night Madness | 125 € |
| 23/11/2025 | Sunday 10:30 | Flip Finals - Cash Game Challenge & Franke’s Flip Flops | - |
| 23/11/2025 | Sunday 11:00 | Main Event Day 1/G Flip & Go | 550 € |
| 23/11/2025 | Sunday 12:00 | NLH Mystery Bounty | 250 € |
| 23/11/2025 | Sunday 14:00 | Main Event Day 2 | - |
| 23/11/2025 | Sunday 15:00 | PLO Freezeout | 250 € |
| 23/11/2025 | Sunday 20:00 | Sunday NLH Turbo | 125 € |
| 23/11/2025 | Sunday 22:00 | Sunday PLO5 Turbo Progressive Knockout | 110 € |
| 24/11/2025 | Monday 12:00 | Texas Lowroller (1600€ package ADDED) | 60 € |
| 24/11/2025 | Monday 12:30 | Big O | 250 € |
| 24/11/2025 | Monday 13:00 | Main Event Final Day | - |
| 24/11/2025 | Monday 14:00 | OFC Pineapple High Roller | 1,100 € |
| 24/11/2025 | Monday 18:00 | Staff Tournament Mystery Bounty | 10 € |
