SMART POKER TOUR

🎯 Smart Poker Tour – SPT 23 Sofia 2026

The Smart Poker Tour SPT 23 Sofia takes place from May 1 to May 10, 2026 at Monte Casino, bringing a full schedule of action-packed tournaments to the Bulgarian capital. With a €150,000 guaranteed Main Event, a deep structure, and a wide range of side events, the festival offers great value for both recreational players and experienced grinders.

At the heart of the series is the €300 Main Event, featuring a 50,000 starting stack and 30-minute levels across numerous Day 1 flights. The format gives players plenty of flexibility and multiple chances to build a strong stack heading into Day 2.

📊 Key Facts

📅 Dates: May 1 – 10, 2026

📍 Location: Monte Casino

🏆 Flagship Event: SPT Main Event

💰 Main Event Buy-in: €300

💵 Main Event Guarantee: €150,000

🎟 Starting Stack: 50,000 chips

⏱ Level Duration: 30 minutes

🔥 A unique feature of this festival is the bonus system for multiple qualifications to Day 2. Players who qualify more than once receive cash bonuses — €1,200 for a second qualification and €1,800 for a third — while advancing with their biggest stack. This adds an extra strategic layer and makes grinding multiple flights even more rewarding.

🎟️ The schedule is also packed with satellites, running daily for the Main Event and High Roller. With affordable buy-ins and solid structures, they provide excellent opportunities to enter bigger events at a fraction of the cost.

Alongside the Main Event, the festival includes a €1,000 High Roller, multiple PLO events (including 4-card and 5-card formats), and action-packed bounty tournaments, ensuring variety throughout the entire series.

📍 Venue: Monte Casino

Located in the heart of Sofia, Monte Casino offers a complete live gaming experience, combining a modern poker room with a full-service casino environment.

The venue features a stylish gaming floor with slot machines available 24/7, offering a wide selection ranging from classic mechanical reels to modern video slots and electronic table games.

At the tables, players can enjoy traditional casino action including Blackjack, Roulette, and poker variants, all in a professional and welcoming atmosphere.

Monte Casino also provides:

– a dedicated restaurant located directly on the gaming floor

– a wide selection of drinks, including premium spirits, cocktails, and soft beverages

– comfortable seating areas designed for relaxation between sessions

– free parking for visitors

– continuous 24/7 operation, allowing players to join the action at any time

With its mix of poker, casino games, and on-site amenities, Monte Casino delivers a well-rounded experience, making it an ideal venue for a long festival grind as well as casual visits.