WSOP Circuit Arrives in Mexico City

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By Mrinal Gujare
26 May 2026
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  • WSOP Circuit debuts in Mexico City Aug 31–Sep 11, 2026, with 12 gold ring events.
  • Players can enter the $1,700 Main Event or qualify via GGPoker satellites starting at $5.
  • Gold ring winners receive $5,000 WSOP Championship packages; special hotel rates available.
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The World Series of Poker has been the ultimate proving ground for competitive poker since 1970. The Circuit series carries that prestige beyond Las Vegas and delivers it to cities and players across the globe. 

For the first time in history, the World Series of Poker Circuit is coming to Mexico City. When a WSOP Circuit gold ring is awarded in Mexico City, it carries the exact same weight as any piece of hardware ever handed out on the Strip.

From August 31 through September 11, 2026, the Hotel Barcelo Mexico Santa Fe in CDMX became the most important poker destination in Latin America. 

WSOP Circuit Mexico City by Bigbola Casinos delivers 12 official gold ring events to the region. GGPoker serves as your exclusive gateway into the limelight.

This is the inaugural edition, and that word matters. The players who compete this August and September will be the first to write this chapter of WSOP history. They will be the first names in the record books and the first gold ring holders from CDMX. 

Founding moments in poker are rare, and this is one of them. For players across Latin America who have dreamed of competing at a WSOP Circuit event without booking a transatlantic flight, the wait is over. 

Mexico City is ready, the stage is set, and this is a full World Series of Poker Circuit event, with all the prestige, prize money, and history that comes with it.

The WSOP Circuit gold ring is one of the most coveted prizes in competitive poker. It is a permanent entry in the official World Series of Poker record books, a tangible marker of elite performance, and the calling card of a serious player.

WSOP Circuit Mexico City features 12 ring events across eleven days. Whether your game is No-Limit Hold’em, a specialty format, or a high-stakes event, the circuit delivers a diverse lineup that rewards a wide range of styles and bankrolls. 

Every ring event champion will also receive a $5,000 package to the WSOP Circuit Championship in the Bahamas. 

Every title you chase in CDMX comes with a shot at one of the most prestigious postseason events in poker. Win a ring in Mexico City, and you earn your seat in Paradise.

The Main Event is the tournament that defines every WSOP Circuit stop. It draws the largest field, generates the most attention, and crowns the champion whose name lives in the WSOP record books permanently. 

At WSOP Circuit Mexico City, the Main Event runs from September 4 through September 9, 2026, with a $1,700 buy-in.

The inaugural Main Event champion will hold a title no one can ever take away, becoming the first name on a list that will grow for years to come. That kind of permanence is rare in any sport. 

In poker, it is priceless. For players who want to understand what it takes to navigate a multi-day tournament field, a guide to ICM strategy covers the key concepts every serious tournament player needs before sitting down at a Main Event.

Win Your Seat Online, Starting From $5

GGPoker is the exclusive online home for WSOP Circuit Mexico City satellites. The path to the $1,700 Main Event begins from as little as $5, with online satellites running from July 2 through August 23. 

For players who want a seat without the full entry fee, the satellite ladder gives everyone a genuine shot, regardless of bankroll.

The qualifying schedule includes the following options:
  • Saturday Freeroll: Runs at 8:30 PM UTC+0, awarding four tickets directly into the $215 Satellite. This freeroll offers a free shot at a $215 Satellite ticket every single week, meaning four players every Saturday open a direct lane to the Main Event at zero cost.
  • $5 Daily Step Satellite: Runs every hour from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM UTC+0, with Sunday sessions from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM UTC+0.
  • $33 Daily Step: Runs at 12:00 AM UTC+0, with a Sunday edition at 9:00 PM UTC+0.
  • $22 Sunday Step: Runs at 8:00 PM UTC+0.

$215 Satellite to the $1,700 Main Event: Runs every Sunday at 11:00 PM UTC+0, guaranteeing at least one Main Event seat.

The Venue: Hotel Barcelo Mexico Santa Fe

The festival takes place at the Hotel Barcelo Mexico Santa Fe, a five-star property in Mexico City’s prestigious Santa Fe financial district. 

The hotel blends metal, glass, and marble into spaces that are simultaneously sophisticated and inviting, matching the weight of the event being held inside it.

La Terraza restaurant, the outdoor Buda Bar, and El Barco Lobby Bar create a culinary experience that weaves exotic flavors with Mexican tradition. 

A fully equipped gym keeps you sharp through a long festival. With 300 rooms inspired by Mexican culture, every moment of your stay reflects the spirit of the city.

Special room rates are available for tournament players. Superior Rooms are priced at $99 USD per night for single occupancy and $115 USD per night for double occupancy, plus taxes. Check-in begins August 31, and players can stay for the entire event.

Mexico City: The Stage the Region Deserves

The WSOP Circuit Mexico City is a statement. One of the world’s great metropolises, CDMX pulses with culture, cuisine, and an energy that cannot be replicated. 

The Santa Fe district is the city’s financial and business hub, surrounded by world-class amenities and just minutes from the international airport.

Hosting the WSOP Circuit here signals where poker is heading in Latin America. The game is growing across the region at a speed few could have predicted. 

WSOP Circuit Mexico City is an arrival, marking the moment that the most prestigious live poker circuit on the planet looked at Latin America and established its presence.

Twelve gold rings, a $1,700 Main Event, and a $5,000 Bahamas package for every champion are waiting at a five-star venue in the heart of Mexico City. 

For those new to tournament poker, a beginner’s guide to types of poker tournaments serves as the perfect starting point. 

Online satellites open July 2 on GGPoker, and the Main Event begins September 4. Players can register on GGPoker today to start their journey to CDMX.

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