BetMGM Poker Championship Returns with $4 Million Prize Pool

The BetMGM Poker Championship is making a triumphant return this summer with an impressive $4 million guaranteed prize pool. The event, scheduled from July 1 to 4, 2026, will feature a $3,500 buy-in, making it one of the most anticipated poker tournaments of the year. This championship is part of the ARIA Poker Classic Summer Series, which runs from May 27 to July 12, 2026.

The ARIA Poker Classic offers a diverse range of events with buy-ins starting as low as $300, providing affordable options for poker enthusiasts. The series includes various poker formats and guarantees exciting prize pools. For instance, players can enjoy a $300 nightly No Limit Hold’em event with a $25,000 guaranteed prize pool every evening. Mixed games enthusiasts will also find plenty of opportunities with games like Badugi, T.O.R.S.E., No Limit 2-7 Single Draw, Omaha 8, and Stud 8 included in the schedule.

David Mileaf, the Director of Poker at BetMGM, highlighted the significance of the event, stating, “Summer in Las Vegas is where the poker world convenes, and the BetMGM Poker Championship is the centerpiece for us.” The partnership between BetMGM and MGM Resorts ensures that players have access to unique venues and experiences. Online qualifier events for the BetMGM Poker Championship are running through June 23, 2026, with entry points starting as low as $10. This provides players in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan with the opportunity to secure their seats in the championship.