PokerStars Heads North for a Week of Big Action
PokerStars is bringing its signature live poker festival to the heart of England as the 2025 PokerStars Open touches down in Manchester from October 20 to 26. The series will unfold at The Manchester Deansgate Hotel, formerly the Hilton, just steps from the city’s buzzing Deansgate nightlife.
After successful stops in Campione, Philadelphia, Namur, and Malaga, the Manchester leg marks the latest stop on PokerStars’ fast-growing Open tour — and it’s set to be one of the biggest yet.
£1,100 Main Event Headlines a Packed Schedule
The £1,100 Main Event takes center stage from October 22 to 27, featuring a massive €1,000,000 guarantee and unlimited re-entry. A deep 30,000 starting stack and flexible flight structure promise plenty of play for both local grinders and international visitors.
Supporting the Main Event is a full lineup of tournaments designed for every bankroll. The £2,200 High Roller and £5,000 Super High Roller will attract some of the region’s top talent, while the £400 Mystery Bounty Cup adds a fun twist to the schedule. Other highlights include the £220 Women’s Event, a Pot-Limit Omaha feature, and the £550 Second Chance tournament.
For added convenience, all events at the Manchester stop will be completely cashless, offering faster registration and smoother payouts throughout the week.
Festival Highlights
| Date | Event | Buy-In |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 20 | Deep Stack Opener | £220 |
| Oct 21–22 | PokerStars Open High Roller | £2,200 |
| Oct 22–27 | PokerStars Open Main Event | £1,100 |
| Oct 24 | Women’s Event | £220 |
| Oct 25 | Super High Roller | £5,000 |
| Oct 26 | Mystery Bounty Cup Finale | £400 |
A Breakout Year for the PokerStars Open
The PokerStars Open has quickly become one of the most talked-about tours of 2025. Each stop has delivered huge turnouts and memorable storylines — from Adrian State’s €363,000 victory in Campione to Edward Leonard’s win in Philadelphia, followed by Jean-Vincent Lehut’s triumph in Namur and Manuel Ferrari’s success in Malaga.
Next up, the tour heads to Maryland (October 19–26) before closing out the year in glamorous Cannes (December 16–21).
With Manchester now in the spotlight, another massive field and thrilling runouts are all but guaranteed. Whether you’re chasing a trophy, a bounty, or just the buzz of live poker, the 2025 PokerStars Open Manchester promises to deliver a week of world-class action and unforgettable moments.
