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The Texas Card House in Austin is set to make history as it prepares to host the state’s inaugural World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit series, running from April 23 to May 4, 2026. This marks the first time the prestigious WSOP Circuit will hold events in Texas, offering players in the region a major new tournament opportunity.
The series will feature 18 official WSOP Circuit ring events, culminating in a $1,700 buy-in Main Event that guarantees a prize pool of at least $1,000,000. The event schedule includes popular tournaments such as the $400 No-Limit Hold’em Mini Main, Monster Stack, and unique variations like the $400 Pot-Limit Omaha Double Board Bomb Pot. Several mixed-game formats, including Big O, H.O.R.S.E., and 8-Game Mix, will also be available for participants.
Victor Leone, Chief Operating Officer of Texas Card House, highlighted the significance of bringing WSOP Circuit action to Texas. He noted the region’s rapidly growing poker community and expects strong participation from both local players and those traveling from neighboring states. Leone emphasized the sense of community the card room seeks to foster alongside competitive play.
Each Circuit ring winner in Austin will receive a $5,000 package to compete in the WSOP Circuit Championship at WSOP Paradise 2026, held at the Baha Mar Resort, covering both buy-in and accommodations.
Notable figures, including WSOP Broadcaster and Texas native Jeff Platt, are also expected to take part in the series, underscoring its profile within the poker community. The arrival of the WSOP Circuit in Texas represents a new chapter for regional players seeking high-level poker competition without traveling out of state.
