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TULSA HARD ROCK BEGINS TWO WEEKS OF WSOP CIRCUIT ACTION
Las Vegas, Nevada (August 26, 2026) - The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit returned to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa in Catoosa, Oklahoma, today, launching nearly two weeks of tournament poker that will run through September 7, 2026.
The latest Hard Rock Tulsa stop features 18 official WSOP Circuit ring events, giving players from Oklahoma and across the surrounding region numerous opportunities to compete for coveted WSOP gold rings. The series brings together experienced tournament professionals, regional regulars and recreational players, all looking to capture a Circuit championship and the rewards that come with it.
The stop also arrives at an important stage of the 2026 Circuit season. Every player who wins a Circuit ring during the year earns an additional opportunity to compete at WSOP Paradise 2026 in The Bahamas, adding extra incentive to every event on the schedule.
Hard Rock Tulsa WSOP Circuit Main Event Begins September 4
The flagship event of every WSOP Circuit series, the $1,700 No-Limit Hold’em Main Event, begins Friday, September 4, at Hard Rock Tulsa.
The tournament features two Day One flights, with two re-entries allowed per player. That gives tournament grinders as many as six bullets across the two starting flights for their chance at a WSOP Circuit title.
The Hard Rock Tulsa Main Event Day One schedule is:
Flight A: Friday, September 4 at 11 A.M.
Flight B: Saturday, September 5 at 11 A.M.
The Main Event is expected to be the biggest highlight of the series, offering players the opportunity to compete for a major prize pool while pursuing one of the most prestigious titles on the Circuit schedule.
Players can find tournament details and the complete series lineup on the Hard Rock Tulsa WSOP Circuit schedule.
Ring Winners Earn a WSOP Paradise Package
Beyond the prestige of winning a gold ring, every 2026 WSOP Circuit ring winner receives a $5,000 WSOP Paradise 2026 package.
The package includes entry into the $2,750 WSOP Circuit Championship Mystery Bounty at WSOP Paradise 2026, along with complimentary accommodations in The Bahamas. That creates a direct path from a regional Circuit event to one of poker's major international festivals.
The promotion has already helped create a memorable WSOP Paradise story. At the 2025 edition, Mark Darner won the WSOP Circuit Championship Mystery Bounty, earning his second WSOP gold bracelet and a $350,000 first-place prize.
For players arriving at Hard Rock Tulsa, the same opportunity is now available. With 18 rings up for grabs, each victory carries significance beyond the trophy and title. Winning a Circuit ring can also provide the chance to compete in The Bahamas without having to separately cover the tournament entry and accommodations included in the package.
That additional incentive makes every ring event meaningful, whether players are targeting the Main Event or looking for an opportunity in one of the series' other championship tournaments.
Nearly Two Weeks of Circuit Action
The Hard Rock Tulsa stop runs from August 26 through September 7, giving players nearly two weeks to compete across the 18-ring schedule.
WSOP Circuit stops have become an important part of the tournament poker calendar, providing players outside Las Vegas with regular opportunities to compete for official WSOP titles. A Circuit ring represents a significant accomplishment for any tournament player, while the 2026 WSOP Paradise promotion gives this year's champions another reason to pursue victory.
The range of events also means players can choose tournaments that fit their preferred buy-in and playing style. While the $1,700 Main Event serves as the centerpiece, the broader schedule provides multiple chances to reach a final table and potentially become one of the 18 new Circuit champions crowned at Hard Rock Tulsa.
Follow the Action on Poker.Org
Poker.Org is the official media partner of the WSOP Circuit for the 2026 season and will provide coverage of Circuit Main Events throughout the year.
As the Hard Rock Tulsa Main Event approaches, poker fans can follow the action through the Poker.Org Instant Live Feed and the site's social media channels. Coverage will keep fans updated on the biggest moments from the tournament and provide a way for those unable to attend the series to follow the action.
With 18 gold rings, a $1,700 Main Event and a $5,000 WSOP Paradise package awaiting every ring winner, the Hard Rock Tulsa stop offers plenty of incentive for tournament players from Oklahoma and throughout the surrounding region.
By the conclusion of the series on September 7, 18 new Circuit champions will have been crowned, each earning a place in the WSOP Circuit record books and an opportunity to take the next step toward WSOP Paradise 2026.
For players in Catoosa over the next two weeks, the objective is clear: make a deep run, capture a WSOP gold ring and earn a ticket to the next stage of the Circuit journey in The Bahamas.
The action is underway at Hard Rock Tulsa, and the road to WSOP Paradise 2026 starts here.
