PokerStars is launching its online satellite campaign for the 2027 Irish Open on October 25, giving players the chance to win their way into one of Europe’s longest-running poker festivals.
The Irish Open will return to the Royal Dublin Society in Dublin from March 18–29, 2027, with the €1,150 Main Event the highlight of a packed tournament schedule once again. Players can start their qualification journey months in advance, with a series of online tournaments offering guaranteed Main Event tickets and packages.
The opening schedule features €109 qualifiers, with feeder satellites starting from as little as €1.10. Sunday tournaments will offer eight €1,500 packages, including a €1,150 Main Event entry and additional money towards expenses.
First Satellites Start October 25
The first qualifier takes place on Sunday, October 25, with four €1,150 Main Event tickets guaranteed. Further tournaments will run on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, alongside the weekly Sunday package qualifiers.
The initial schedule runs through November 22, giving players plenty of opportunities to secure their seat for next year’s festival.
Upcoming PokerStars Satellites
| Date | Tournament | Buy-in |
| October 25, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 4 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| October 26, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 2 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| October 28, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 2 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| October 30, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 2 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| November 1, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 8 × €1,500 packages guaranteed | €109 |
| November 2, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 4 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| November 4, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 4 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| November 6, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 4 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| November 8, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 8 × €1,500 packages guaranteed | €109 |
| November 9, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 4 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| November 11, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 4 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| November 13, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 4 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| November 15, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 8 × €1,500 packages guaranteed | €109 |
| November 16, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 4 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| November 18, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 4 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| November 20, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 4 × €1,150 tickets guaranteed | €109 |
| November 22, 2026 – 20:00 | Main Event – 8 × €1,500 packages guaranteed | €109 |
All tournament times are as listed in the schedule.
Qualify for the Irish Open from €1.10
PokerStars will host €109 qualifiers on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, with four Main Event seats guaranteed in each tournament. Every Sunday, players can compete for one of eight €1,500 packages, covering the €1,150 Main Event buy-in and providing additional funds towards travel and other expenses.
Feeder satellites starting from just €1.10 offer players a more affordable way to work towards a Main Event entry.
Satellites will be available on PokerStars.com and regional platforms, including PokerStars.it, PokerStars.fr and PokerStars.es. Guaranteed prize pools and satellite offerings may vary between platforms, depending on local availability and regulations.
Online Qualifiers Have Enjoyed Success in Dublin
PokerStars satellites have provided an accessible route into the Irish Open for players of all experience levels, with qualifiers going on to achieve notable results in the Main Event.
In 2023, David Docherty won the Irish Open Main Event for €365,000 after securing his entry through a €109 online satellite. His result showed what can be possible for players who choose to qualify online rather than pay the full buy-in.
The 2025 Irish Open also saw several PokerStars qualifiers reach the Main Event final stages. British player Brandon Harris finished sixth for €100,000, recording the largest live cash of his career at the time. He also cashed in the €350 NLH 6-Max Championship and the Mini Irish Open.
Two other PokerStars qualifiers reached the final table. Greece’s Panteleimon Pontos finished seventh for €77,500, while Romania’s Robert Fluereci took eighth place for €59,030.
These results reflect the opportunities online satellites can offer, allowing players to compete in a major live event after qualifying for a fraction of the direct buy-in.
What If You Win Multiple Tickets?
Players can win more than one ticket through the online satellites. The first ticket won must be used to enter the Main Event, while any additional tickets can be used for Main Event re-entries, entry into other €1,150 buy-ins on the schedule, or combined towards a higher buy-in tournament.
Players can also explore the PokerStars Power Path, which offers the opportunity to win Silver Pass packages worth $2,500 in buy-ins. Starting with low-cost Step 1 events, Power Path provides another route towards live poker events, including opportunities to compete at the Irish Open.
Start Your Journey to the 2027 Irish Open
With the festival returning to the Royal Dublin Society from March 18–29, 2027, the launch of the PokerStars satellites marks the start of the qualification period for next year’s event.
The Irish Open brings together recreational players and professionals for a festival that combines competitive poker with the welcoming atmosphere for which the event is known. Online satellites give players the chance to secure their place in Dublin while managing the cost of their entry.
The first qualifiers begin on October 25, with further tournaments scheduled throughout the following weeks.
Visit the PokerStars website to find available satellites, and keep an eye on the official Irish Open website for updates on the 2027 festival and its tournament schedule.
