The DeepStack Poker Championship at the Venetian Features $16 Million in Guarantee Prizes

The Venetian has been one of the most reliable spots in Las Vegas for quality poker tournaments. For more than a decade, the casino has run its DeepStack series, and it continues its tradition this summer with the 2026 Championship Poker Series, which starts in a few weeks. But first, the DeepStack Extravaganza Poker Series […]

Apr 30, 2026 - 07:50
The DeepStack Poker Championship at the Venetian Features $16 Million in Guarantee Prizes

The Venetian has been one of the most reliable spots in Las Vegas for quality poker tournaments. For more than a decade, the casino has run its DeepStack series, and it continues its tradition this summer with the 2026 Championship Poker Series, which starts in a few weeks.

But first, the DeepStack Extravaganza Poker Series is coming to a conclusion with more than 20 events left to play. Running since April 1, the 75-tournament series comes to a close May 17. And the very next day is the start of the 2026 Championship Poker Series.

It’s one of a handful of series in Las Vegas that are running alongside of the World Series of Poker.

With 121 events, the series beats the WSOP schedule by 21. It’s an expansion from last year’s schedule of 116. According to the casino, last year’s series brought in almost 30,000 entries and awarded close to $30 million in prize money.

Here are some of the schedule’s highlights:

  • June 6–10: $1,100 NLH ($1 million guarantee)
  • June 11–14: $1,100 Seniors NLH ($1 million guarantee)
  • June 19–22: $1,600 Seniors NLH ($1.5 million guarantee)
  • June 30–July 2: $2,500 NLH LIPS Ladies High Roller ($150K guarantee)
  • July 11–14: $1,100 NLH MSPT ($1 million guarantee)
  • July 15–19: $1,600 NLH MSPT ($1 million guarantee)

The Venetian prides itself on spreading tournaments that appeal to both amateurs and professionals. Last year’s winners included Patrick Leonard and Josh Reichard, and it will surely be more of the same this year. Check out the full schedule here.