EPT Monte Carlo 2026: Exclusive activities guide
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It’s not long now until the European Poker Tour heads back to Monte Carlo–the 21st anniversary of this prestigious event. The billionaire’s playground will once again host an 11-day festival featuring the best poker action on the planet.
To help celebrate, PokerStars has organised a host of off-the-table activities to turn the poker trip into a full vacation experience.
Here’s a list of what’s on offer to players and their guests for the event, which runs from April 30 through May 10, 2026.
SUPERCAR EXPERIENCE*
May 2 – 6, 14:00-19:00
Book your ride at the PokerStars Travel Desk
The streets of Monte Carlo were made for super cars
A visit to Monaco wouldn’t feel complete without experiencing the iconic Grand Prix circuit, and what better way to do it than in a Lamborghini or Ferrari? PokerStars offers players and their guests the chance to enjoy an unforgettable drive, whether it’s getting behind the wheel themselves (with a valid driving licence!) or sitting back and enjoying the thrill from the passenger seat.
*Book your slot at the PokerStars Travel Desk. Registration is available one day before the activity date. Only one ride per player to allow space for all. You will be added to the waiting list for any subsequent requests.
POKER NIGHT
May 1, During Dinner Break
SBM – Players Lounge
Head to the Players Lounge during the dinner break on Friday, May 1, and you can win free merch doing what we all do best (or at least hope we do best): play poker! We’ll have a poker table set up for fun, fast games to keep you entertained on break, plus lots of goodies up for grabs, and an open bar—a rare and beautiful thing in pricey Monte Carlo.
WATCH FORMULA 1
May 2, from 18:00
SBM – Players Lounge
Players needn’t waste time wandering the lavish streets of Monaco for a bar or cafe showing the Formula 1. On Saturday, May 2, simply head to the Players Lounge, chill out, and enjoy the race with your fellow players.
SPORTS & GAMES NIGHTS
May 3 & 7, from 19:30
SBM – Players Lounge
Get your game on, and win
The fun continues in the Players Lounge on Sunday, May 3 and Thursday, May 7, with our Sports and Games Nights. Sit back and watch the matches live while mingling with fellow players, and take the opportunity to bag some PokerStars goodies while you hang out.
WELCOME DRINKS
May 4, 18:45-till late
Blue-Gin Bar
Entertainment, Live Band, Food & Drinks
Open to all players
The EPT Players Party is always unmissable, and in Monte Carlo it’s even better than most. The location is the stunning Blue-Gin Bar, found within the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort, just a stone’s throw from the Sporting Monte-Carlo. As always, food and beverages are provided gratis, and this year’s entertainment comes from a live band.
FOOTBALL NIGHTS
May 5 & 6
SBM – Players Lounge
There’s more sports action to keep your blood pumping on Tuesday, May 5 and Wednesday, May 6. Football matches will be shown in the Players Lounge and if that wasn’t enough reason to come and hang out, PokerStars is also picking up the tab with an open bar. That’s something you never want to miss when in Monte Carlo.
GAMES NIGHT
May 9, During Dinner Break
SBM – Players Lounge
There’s one last Games Night in the Players Lounge during the dinner break on Saturday, May 9, and this one is the best of all as it comes with an open bar. Grab a drink, unwind, chat with your fellow players and guests, and get stuck into some fun games–maybe even some that don’t involve cards and chips (yes, they exist!).
EPT WELLNESS COMMUNITY
May 2– 8, 09:30-11:30
09:30: Run Club
10:30: Yoga / Pilates on rotation
Mental wellbeing is crucial to success in any field, and the world’s leading poker pros give this area almost as much importance as their study of solver outputs. In Monte Carlo, everyone is invited to get their day off to the best possible start as PokerStars is hosting daily running, yoga and Pilates sessions. It’s a great way to ensure players bring their A-games to the tables.
Yoga: 2nd, 4th, 6th, 8th May
Pilates: 3rd, 5th, 7th May
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