ESPN Announces 2026 World Series of Poker Schedule and Viewing Options
ESPN reports on the 2026 World Series of Poker WSOP schedule and TV broadcast details. The event is expected to take place in Las Vegas during the summer, with ESPN providing full coverage.
According to ESPN, the schedule and broadcast plans for the 2026 World Series of Poker (WSOP) have been preliminarily finalized. As the world's most prestigious poker event, the WSOP is held annually in Las Vegas during the summer, with the Main Event typically starting in July. ESPN will continue its long-standing partnership, broadcasting multiple key events—including the Main Event final table—via its television network and streaming platforms.
The full schedule has not yet been released, but following past conventions, the WSOP will feature dozens of tournaments at various buy-in levels, covering mainstream variants such as Texas Hold'em and Omaha. The Main Event buy-in is expected to remain at $10,000, with the champion receiving the gold bracelet—symbolizing the highest honor—along with a substantial cash prize.
For viewers, the live broadcast will be available through ESPN television channels or the ESPN+ streaming service. Specific air times will be updated once the schedule is finalized. ESPN has long been the official broadcaster of the WSOP, providing in-depth analysis and player interviews.