December Poker Festivals Showcase Record-Breaking Events and High-Stakes Action

The WPT World Championship, EPT Prague, and WSOP Paradise highlight a competitive month for global poker tournaments.

The WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas, running from December 3-23, features a historic $5 million freeroll with a guaranteed $1 million for the winner.
EPT Prague, taking place December 4-15, returns as a beloved stop on the European Poker Tour, though its future beyond 2024 remains uncertain.
WSOP Paradise in the Bahamas, scheduled for December 6-19, includes a $25,000 Super Main Event with a record-breaking $50 million guarantee under new ownership by NSUS Group Inc.
Poker professionals, including Barny Boatman and Chris Moneymaker, weigh in on the competition between the three major festivals, with concerns raised about potential overlays affecting the poker ecosystem.
The December schedule underscores the growing scale of live poker, with diverse offerings from mid-stakes tournaments to ultra-high roller events attracting players worldwide.