The Asian Poker Tour is preparing for a major late-year festival in Taipei, with the APT Championship 2026 scheduled to run from November 13 to 29. The series is set to feature more than 200 tournaments and a headline Main Event with a reported $5 million prize-pool guarantee.
The festival is expected to bring together international professionals, regional regulars and recreational players for a packed schedule of No-Limit Hold’em, mixed-game and other tournament formats. Taipei has become an established destination on the Asian poker calendar, providing the tour with a strong base for a large championship series.
A major stop for the Asian poker calendar
A large guaranteed Main Event can attract players from across the region and overseas, while a broad supporting schedule gives competitors a range of buy-ins and formats. For the host market, a major poker festival can also generate activity for hotels, hospitality businesses and local tourism.
The APT has continued to develop its presence in Asia through a calendar that combines established destinations with headline championship events. The Taipei festival is positioned as one of the tour’s key late-season gatherings.
Players should consult the organiser’s official schedule for final event details, registration rules, buy-ins and any changes to the published programme. Tournament guarantees and schedules remain subject to the tour’s official terms.
The wider significance
The event reflects the continued importance of Asia as a competitive region for live poker. With a substantial guarantee and an extended schedule, the APT Championship is designed to appeal to both high-volume tournament players and participants looking for a single major event.
The series will provide another opportunity for the APT to showcase its live-event operations and strengthen Taipei’s profile as an international poker destination.