The event of the year is here. After last year's success, players from all over Europe will be able to witness the grand 25th anniversary of the Norwegian Poker Championships, or Norges Mesterskapet 2026, firsthand. Hundreds of thousands of euros will be at stake, and you can join the fight for them.
For the second time, the Norwegians have chosen Banco Bratislava for this spectacular event, which will attract hundreds of players, not just from Norway, but from all across Europe. The festival kicks off on March 5th and promises an unforgettable atmosphere and thrilling action over eleven days. This milestone edition will run until March 15th and will feature a total of 82 events.
Schedule of Norges Mesterskapet 2026
Note: Events marked with the Norwegian flag are exclusively for Norwegian passport holders.
Poker North Masters Open for Everyone
As mentioned, a large contingent of Norwegian players is heading to Bratislava, regarding this event with great affection and missing not a single tournament. The good news is that one of the main events – Poker North Masters €300,000 GTD – will be open to all poker enthusiasts, offering a chance to turn a €400 entry into tens of thousands in winnings.
Playing days for this event will occur daily. Each day will feature a flight where 15% of players will make it to ITM, but only 5% will reach the final day to compete for the biggest rewards. Registration will remain open for 8 levels and the starting stack will be set at 50,000 chips. Don't miss the chance to test your skills against some of Europe's best players.
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Ongoing Cash Game Action
It's not just the tournament section that will be bustling. Cash game enthusiasts will have plenty to look forward to, with a wide range of stakes from the smallest limits to the highest. Variants like No Limit Hold'em, Dealer's Choice, and Pot Limit Omaha will all be featured.
Endless nonstop action is expected at the cash game tables, breaking previous records—precisely what we’ve come to expect from the Norwegians. Last year, more than 20 tables were regularly open simultaneously.
Electrifying Atmosphere
Banco Bratislava is gearing up for an electrifying atmosphere that will accompany a plethora of tournaments in various formats. Large prize pools, an excellent festival atmosphere, and record-breaking cash game action are anticipated. We’ll see many champions walk away with thousands of euros from Banco Bratislava. All signs point to this 25th anniversary edition being unique and the largest in the history of the series in Slovakia.
