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The World Series of Poker Circuit continues its 2026 calendar with dual stops at Commerce Casino & Hotel in Los Angeles, California, and Harrah’s Cherokee in North Carolina from May 7 to May 18. Both venues are set to host 18 WSOP Circuit ring events, attracting top poker players ahead of the 57th annual World Series of Poker in Las Vegas.
At Harrah’s Cherokee, the $1,700 No-Limit Hold’em Main Event stands as the highlight, offering a $1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool and scheduled for two opening flights on May 15 and May 16. This stop follows a record-breaking previous event where Maxwell Guo from Georgia claimed the main prize and his first circuit ring.
Meanwhile, Commerce Casino welcomes players to 18 ring events, with its own $1,700 No-Limit Hold’em Main Event running three Day One flights on May 14, 15, and 16. David Gonzalez, the reigning champion from the 2025 series at Commerce, returns following his $213,524 victory.
Ring winners at both sites will be awarded a $5,000 package to participate in the WSOP Circuit Championship at WSOP Paradise 2026. This package includes entry to the championship event and complimentary hotel accommodations.
Throughout the events, Poker.Org will provide live updates as the media partner for the 2026 WSOP Circuit, offering news and coverage on their platform and social media. Full schedules and event details for both venues are accessible through official WSOP channels.
