After a strong year of growth, The Festival Series is set to close out the season in Slovakia at Banco Casino Bratislava from November 18-24. With 54 action-packed events, the festival features highlights like The Hendon Mob Championship, the Mixed Games Main Event, Mystery Bounty, High Rollers, cash games, casino tournaments, and a €500,000 guaranteed Main Event.

This marks the fourth consecutive year that The Festival Series concludes in Bratislava. Over the past three editions, the series has awarded over €1.3 million in Main Event prizes. The 2022 Main Event made history with 1,271 entries, setting a Slovakian poker record for the largest prize ever won.

Beyond poker, The Festival Series is renowned for its unique player experience, blending high-quality tournaments with destination-based activities. It’s the first live tour to integrate roulette, blackjack, and sportsbook tournaments alongside poker. Players can also enjoy parties, nightlife, fine dining, and local tours, making it an event like no other.

The Hendon Mob Championship Kicks Things Off

The festival begins with The Hendon Mob Championship (THMC), a €250 buy-in, four-day event with three starting flights starting on November 18th. Fresh off record-breaking THMC events, including the largest-ever European edition at The Festival in Rozvadov, this event is the perfect way to set the tone.

THMC Event Structure:

• €225+€25 buy-in
• 30,000 starting chips
• 30-minute levels on Day 1
• Unlimited re-entry for 10 levels
• Three starting flights:
  • Day 1A – November 18th (13:00 local time)
  • Day 1B – November 19th (13:00 local time)
  • Day 1C – November 20th (13:00 local time)
• Day 2: November 20th, 16:00 local time (45-minute levels)

With huge prize pools, diverse events, and unforgettable experiences, The Festival in Bratislava is the perfect way to wrap up the year in style!

THMC Cape Town Million – A Ticket to South Africa for All 2024 Champions

The winner of THMC Bratislava will not only claim a custom trophy and THMC badge but will also secure a seat at the THMC Cape Town Million in South Africa! All 2024 THMC winners will receive an invitation to this exclusive event.

The THMC Cape Town Million kicks off on November 24th, with the final Day 1 flight on November 25th. If players cannot make arrangements in time, the package can be deferred to 2025.

€500,000 Guaranteed Main Event – The Festival in Bratislava’s Crown Jewel

The highlight of The Festival in Bratislava is the €500,000 GTD Main Event, featuring six starting flights and numerous satellites.

Main Event Structure:

• Buy-in: €550
• Starting stack: 30,000 chips
• Day 1 levels: 40 minutes (except Day 1F, which has 20-minute levels)
• Re-entries: Up to two per flight
• Start date: November 19th

Past champions have made history at Banco Casino Bratislava:

• Gabriel Rymar took home €80,000 after outlasting 1,025 players in 2023.
• Michel Molenaar set a Slovakian record in 2022 by winning €126,650 against 1,271 entries.
• Martin Mauthner claimed victory in the first-ever edition of The Festival in Bratislava.

With record-breaking fields, massive guarantees, and a world-class poker experience, The Festival in Bratislava 2025 is set to be one of the biggest poker events in Europe!

Qualify Online for The Festival Series

There is still time to qualify online for The Festival in Bratislava. Many online poker sites offer satellite qualification for The Festival Series. Players can win an entry to the €550 Main Event, secure hotel accommodation, and receive a hospitality package.

Full details of all qualifying options can be found on The Festival’s qualification page. Satellites run on several online poker sites for a package to The Festival in Malta.