The WPT Prime Taiwan Championship will feature a TWD 30 million (approximately USD 1 million) guaranteed prize pool when the tour returns to Taipei in January 2027. The Championship runs January 7–11 with a TWD 35,000 (approximately USD 1,100) buy-in, as part of the January 2–11 festival at CTP’s Asia Poker Arena.
Another WPT Event Scheduled for August 2027
A second WPT event is scheduled at the same venue for August 12–23, 2027. Its name and tournament format have yet to be announced.
CTP’s Asia Poker Arena is located in Taipei’s Zhongshan District. Founded by Hsing “David” Tai, the Chinese Texas Hold’em Poker Association (CTP) has a long history of hosting WPT events in Taipei.
The 2024 WPT Prime Taiwan Championship drew 1,666 entries at Asia Poker Arena, a record at the time for a WPT Prime Championship outside Las Vegas.
WPT Global to Run Online Satellites
WPT Global will run online satellites with a range of buy-ins, including low-cost qualifiers. Players will have a chance to win exclusive live packages for the January festival, although the package contents have not yet been announced.
Satellite dates, buy-ins and eligibility requirements will be announced closer to the event.
WPT Global also plans additional player incentives, promotions and on-site activities throughout the festival.
The detailed daily schedule, registration guidance and further venue information will be released ahead of the festival. Players should consult the final schedule and confirm that participation is permitted in their jurisdiction.
