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The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has opened media credential applications for its 57th annual event, which will take place at the Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas properties, beginning May 26, 2026. Journalists and photographers interested in on-site coverage are required to apply online before 11:59 p.m. PST on May 8, 2026.
This year’s tournament highlights include the WSOP Main Event, scheduled to start with Day 1A on July 2. After play pauses at the final table on July 13, the remaining competitors will resume action 20 days later, culminating in the crowning of a new champion on August 5. The final stages of the Main Event will be broadcast live on ESPN.
Registration for the series is available now, with a complete schedule of daily events accessible on the official WSOP website. Attendees can access reduced rates across Caesars Entertainment’s Las Vegas resorts during the tournament period by using a special promo code when booking online.
The WSOP also continues to support its Vlogger Program, encouraging both new and established poker vloggers to submit credential applications for participation and potential benefits.
In 2025, the WSOP set new records with 246,960 entrants and over $481 million in awarded prizes. The event, established in 1970, has distributed upwards of $4 billion in its six-decade history and remains a highlight in the international poker calendar.
Additional updates and information can be found by following WSOP’s official social media accounts or the wsop.com website.
