The Gladiator Series: Where Ancient Rome Meets Modern Poker

Welcome to an unprecedented poker experience that transports players back to the glory days of the Roman Colosseum. The Gladiator Series is a revolutionary live poker festival that combines thrilling tournament action with immersive ancient Roman theming, creating a truly unforgettable battleground for poker warriors.

Gladiator Series 2026 Schedule

The Gladiator Series brings Roman-inspired poker action across Europe in 2026:

🇵🇹 LISBOA — February 2-8 | €250,000 Guaranteed

🇧🇬 SOFIA — May 2-10 | €250,000 Guaranteed

🇮🇹 MILANO — June 15-22 | €400,000 Guaranteed

🇵🇹 TROIA — September 21-27 | €250,000 Guaranteed

A Festival Like No Other

The Gladiator Series stands apart from traditional poker events through its commitment to delivering a completely themed experience. This isn’t just another poker festival—it’s a full sensory journey into Ancient Rome. From the moment you step into the poker room, you’ll find yourself surrounded by the grandeur of a Roman colosseum. The dealers themselves are dressed as gladiators, adding authenticity and atmosphere to every hand played. Even the tournament trophies pay homage to the theme, with winners claiming prestigious gladiator helmets as their prizes.

What makes the Gladiator Series truly special is its exclusive focus on bounty tournaments. Every single event follows a bounty format, offering players multiple ways to compete and earn rewards. Whether you’re drawn to traditional Knockout (KO) tournaments, Progressive Knockout (PKO) events, Mystery Bounties with their element of surprise, Bounty Quattro, Accumulator KO, or many other innovative bounty variants, you’ll find your perfect battle at this festival.

Premium Experience, Guaranteed Rewards

The organizers understand that world-class poker requires world-class support. That’s why the Gladiator Series provides exclusive hotel offers to ensure players enjoy a comfortable and convenient stay throughout the festival. Beyond accommodations, a team of high-quality professional staff is on hand to guarantee a smooth, premium poker experience from registration to the final table.

Every tournament at the Gladiator Series features guaranteed prize pools, meaning you’ll know exactly what’s at stake before you sit down. From exciting side events that keep the action flowing between main tournaments to the centerpiece Main Event and prestigious High Roller competitions, each battle promises substantial rewards for the victorious. ⚔️

The Killer Ranking: A Path to Glory

The Gladiator Series introduces an exclusive leaderboard system that runs throughout each festival stop: the Killer Ranking. This unique competition rewards players who dominate the battlefield by eliminating their opponents.

Here’s how it works: earn 1 point for every knockout, with double points (2 points) awarded in tournaments with buy-ins of €500 or higher. Players who rack up the most eliminations compete for a €5,000 guaranteed prize pool distributed across each festival. But the real prize? Winners earn tickets to the next Gladiator Series stop and the prestigious title of Killer of the Festival—a badge of honor among poker’s elite warriors.

MVP Annual Ranking: The Ultimate Season-Long Battle

The Gladiator Series 2026 introduces an extraordinary season-long competition: the MVP Annual Ranking. This exclusive leaderboard tracks the players who accumulate the most knockouts across all Gladiator Series events throughout the entire year, crowning the ultimate champion of the arena.

How the Ranking Works:

Players earn points based on their knockout achievements across all four festival stops. The point system is designed to reward aggressive play and knockout prowess: tournaments with a buy-in higher than €500 award 2 points per knockout, while tournaments with a buy-in of €500 or less award 1 point per knockout. This tiered system ensures that dominance across all levels of competition is recognized and rewarded.

The Prizes:

The top three killers of the 2026 season earn prestigious rewards:

• 1st Prize: A €5,000 WSOP Main Event ticket plus Gladiator Team Pro sponsorship for the next season
• 2nd Prize: Gladiator Team Pro sponsorship for the next season
• 3rd Prize: Gladiator Team Pro sponsorship for the next season

These extraordinary prizes recognize not just tournament success, but a commitment to the Gladiator Series throughout the year. Becoming a Gladiator Team Pro is a badge of honor that extends your journey beyond 2026, cementing your status as one of poker’s elite warriors.

Important Notes:

Days 0 and satellite tournaments do not count towards the ranking, ensuring that only main tournament play determines your path to glory.

Your Gladiator Awaits

Whether you’re a seasoned tournament grinder or a recreational player seeking an adventure, the Gladiator Series offers an unmatched combination of competitive poker, immersive theming, and premium hospitality. Step into the colosseum, compete for glory, and join a movement that’s redefining what a poker festival can be. The arena awaits—will you answer the call? ⚔️

More than €3,500,000 Guaranteed in the Most Ambitious Season Ever

The Vamos Poker Tour 2026 will mark a new milestone for the circuit. Eight major stops across Europe, over €3.5 million guaranteed, and a calendar designed to combine high-quality poker, strategic destinations, and a premium player experience.

From February to November, the VPT will visit some of the best poker venues in Europe, staying true to its core philosophy: accessible buy-ins, player-friendly structures, and a unique ecosystem of rankings and rewards.

🃏 Tournament Format

The Vamos Poker Tour keeps its proven and successful structure:

• Main Event – €350 buy-in
  The backbone of the VPT: large fields, deep and playable structures, and excellent value.
• High Roller – €700 buy-in
  Competitive poker without losing the VPT spirit.
• Side Events
  A wide variety of formats at every stop, including
  PLO, KO, PKO, Mystery Bounty, OFC, and special events.

🏆 Rankings & Rewards – VPT 2026

🎯 MVP Ranking – Per Festival

• €5,000 GTD at every stop
• Exclusive to VPT Club members

🌍 VPT Annual Ranking 2026

• €30,000 in prizes
• 10 Team Pros VPT 2027
• The overall winner also earns a WSOP 2027 Main Event Entry

Those are the total prizes:

1º: Team Pro VPT 2027 + Entry for WSOP ME 2027 (Value at +11.000€)
2º: Team Pro VPT 2027 + Entry EPM 2k€ + Entry EPM 1k€ (+5.000€)
3º: Team Pro VPT 2027 + Entry EPM 2k€ (+3.750€)
4º – 5º: Team Pro VPT 2027 (5x Entries)
6º – 10º: Team Pro VPT 2027 (4x Entries)

♣️ VPT Club – Exclusive Player Benefits

Joining the VPT Club unlocks a full range of advantages:

• MVP Festival Ranking
  Only VPT Club members score points. €5,000 GTD at every stop.
• Loyalty Award 2026
  Play at least 5 regular VPT Main Events in 2026 and compete in a Last Longer during the VPT Final Main Event.
  Prize: Team Pro Package for the winner.
• Special Giveaways
  At every festival, we will hold 2 raffles of 1x €350 Main Event for the next VPT stop for VPT Club members:
  • 1 × before the first hand of the High Roller
  • 1 × at the end of the registration of the Main Event
• Bubble Protection
  If the Main Event bubble player is a VPT Club member, they receive a free ticket to the next VPT festival.
• Social Media Contest
  Post a photo while playing a VPT event and tag @VamosPokerTour.
  One Main Event ticket is given away at every stop.
• 5% Discount
  On hotel packages via the official website and purchases in the VPT Store.

A Season Built for Players

Vamos Poker Tour 2026 is more than a tournament schedule.
It is a complete ecosystem: accessible poker, premium destinations, meaningful rankings, and real rewards for loyalty.

The new season is ready.
Now it’s time to take your seat and play.

The Kikuxo Poker Events 2026 Ranking is the global annual ranking that unites the organization’s three main brands — Vamos Poker Tour, Gladiator Series, and European Poker Masters — plus a selection of Special Events. Scoring is calculated using the GPI (Global Poker Index) methodology.

📋 Included Circuits

🏅 VAMOS POKER TOUR 2026

• 8 festivals: 7 regular stops + VPT Final 2025 + VPT Final 2026
• Scoring tournaments per festival:
  • Main Event
  • High Roller

⚔️ GLADIATOR SERIES 2026

• 4 festivals: Lisbon, Sofia, Milano, and Troia
• Scoring tournaments per festival:
  • Main Event
  • High Roller

👑 EUROPEAN POKER MASTERS 2026

• 2 festivals: Estoril and Andorra
• Scoring tournaments per festival:
  • NLH Main Event
  • NLH PKO

✨ SPECIAL EVENTS (Selection)

Special Events serve to replace festivals with 0 points.

• Grand Opening Portomaso: 1K Mystery Bounty + 2K MPF
• Vamos Low Cost 2026: Main Event + High Roller
• Other Special Festival: TBC (to be announced throughout the year)

🎯 Scoring System

The GPI system is applied to each eligible tournament. Each festival accumulates the points earned in its valid tournaments.

📊 The 15 Official Festivals of Kikuxo Poker Events 2026

The KPE 2026 Ranking is calculated with the sum of up to 15 festivals:

• 9 VAMOS POKER TOUR Festivals (7 regulars + Final 2025 + Final 2026)
• 4 GLADIATOR SERIES Festivals (Lisbon, Sofia, Milano, Troia)
• 2 EUROPEAN POKER MASTERS Festivals (Estoril, Andorra)

💡 Improve Your Results: You can improve your results from the 15 official festivals through Special Events. For example, if you scored 0 points at 2 VPT festivals, the points earned in 2 VPT Low Cost festivals will replace those 0-point festivals.

🥇 Prize — KPE 2026 Winner

KIKUXO POKER EVENTS 2027 Sponsorship

Valued at +10,000€ (delivered as a package of buy-ins, not cash)

⚠️ Important: The sponsorship is linked to the official 2027 calendar and tournaments organized or associated with Kikuxo Poker Events. It is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash.

✅ Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the KPE 2026 ranking, players must meet all of the following requirements:

1. Be registered in the VPT Club
   • Register at www.vamospokertour.com
2. Have played at least 1 Main Event from each brand in 2026:
   • Vamos Poker Tour
   • Gladiator Poker Series
   • European Poker Masters
3. Have participated in a minimum of 7 festivals in total
   • During the season (among VPT, GPS, and EPM)

👉 Note: If a player does not meet these requirements, they will not be eligible to win the ranking, even if they appear listed for informational purposes.

🔄 Special Events Substitution

If a player scores 0 points at one of the official festivals on the main calendar, they may substitute it with a valid Special Event to complete their 15 best festivals.

📌 Important: Special Events only count if they are officially announced by the organization.

📅 Ranking Update and Publication

The KPE 2026 Ranking will be updated periodically.

The first official publication will take place once at least one stop from each brand has been held:

• 1 VPT stop
• 1 GPS stop
• 1 EPM stop

Updates will be published on the official channels of Kikuxo Poker Events and each of the brands.

🔐 Control and Validation

• The official database will be the VPT Club registry
• In case of discrepancies, name errors, or technical issues, the organization reserves the right to make corrections

© 2026 Kikuxo Poker Events. All rights reserved.

The upcoming 5 Million GTD Festival at Portomaso Casino brings together some of the most influential brands in European poker. This edition is the result of a collaborative effort between leading tours, established poker rooms, and internationally recognised festival organisers—all united to create one of the biggest events of the winter season.

This festival is co-produced and supported by:

• Portomaso Casino – The home of the festival and one of Europe’s most respected poker venues, offering top-class hospitality and flawless tournament execution.
• Imperium – A major force in the Italian poker ecosystem, known for exporting large fields and delivering professional tournament structures.
• Vamos Poker Tour (VPT) – One of Europe’s fastest-growing tours, recognised for its strong community, player experience, and added-value events.
• Malta Poker Festival (MPF) – The flagship brand of Maltese poker, responsible for attracting thousands of players annually to the island.
• Diamond Poker Series – The premium high-stakes brand delivering the 5K and 10K events, integrated within the festival.
• AcesBook, IPO Master, Full Tilt Poker Room, and additional partner brands that help expand the festival’s reach across multiple countries.

This partnership network guarantees a diverse player pool and a high-quality festival experience from start to finish.

The Million Mystery Bounty – The Festival’s Centrepiece

The Million Mystery Bounty stands out as the key attraction of the entire series. It embodies what modern tournament poker has become: excitement, unpredictability, and the potential for massive prizes at any moment.

The format includes:

• Top Bounty 100K, offering the chance to pull a life-changing envelope.
• Multiple Day 1 flights scheduled throughout the festival.
• Milestone qualifiers and daily satellites, making entry accessible for all player profiles.
• A guaranteed prize pool that reaches the million range plus a wide selection of mystery envelopes.

This event traditionally delivers the largest fields and the most memorable moments of the festival.

What to Expect Across the 11 Days

The schedule combines the strengths of all partner brands and includes:

• A wide variety of NLH tournaments, from entry-level buy-ins to high-stakes events.
• PLO tournaments, including 4-card, 5-card, and turbo editions.
• Partner-branded high rollers and special events.
• The premium Diamond 5K Million and the Diamond 10K Championship, both forming part of the higher-end offerings.
• Night-time Speed Night formats for quick-action players.

The program is balanced to offer continuous action and opportunities for every type of competitor.

Special Promotion – Free Hotel for Main Event Players

A major value addition for participants:

Free 3★ Hotel

For players who play:

• 1,150€ Million Mystery Bounty
• 2,200€ MPF Special Edition

Free 5★ Hilton Hotel

For players who play:

• 1,150€ Million Mystery Bounty
• 2,200€ MPF Special Edition
• 5,200€ Diamond Poker Series

The promotion is a LIMITED OFFER for 50 rooms. It’s available ONLY until 31st December or the end of availability.

This hotel promotion positions Malta as one of the best-value winter poker destinations in Europe.

For travel assistance, hotel booking and tournament registration:

📱 WhatsApp: +34 640 666 223
📩 Email: info@vamospokertour.com
🌐 Website: vamospokertour.com

From January 16th to 26th, Malta becomes the hub of European tournament poker.
With 5 million guaranteed, the spotlight on the Million Mystery Bounty, and a partnership team stronger than ever, the festival sets the tone for an exceptional 2026 poker season.

The moment has arrived. The Vamos Poker Tour 2025 Grand Final is set and ready to deliver the biggest festival in our history.

From January 7–19, the luxurious Chamada Prestige Hotel & Spa (Cyprus) becomes the center of European poker, featuring an impressive $2,500,000 GTD and attracting players from all over the continent.

🃏 Tournament Schedule

The Grand Final combines accessible buy-ins, high-stakes action, and a wide range of formats. Here are the main attractions:

⭐️ VAMOS Events

• VAMOS Main Event – $770 (400,000$ GTD)
• VAMOS High Roller – $1,500 (150,000$ GTD)
• VAMOS Mini – $550 (250,000$ GTD)

⚔️ CHAMADA Events

• CHAMADA Main Event – $1,500 (700,000$ GTD)
• CHAMADA High Roller – $2,200 (300,000$ GTD)

🎯 Special Events

• Mystery Bounty – $800 (150,000$ GTD)
• Last Chance – $1,100 (150,000$ GTD)

Plus a full lineup of Side Events including OFC, PKO, KO and more—non-stop action every day.

🏨 Hotel Packages

As always, VPT provides the best accommodation deals to ensure the perfect festival experience:

🟢 MC Palace Hotel 4* – €125/night

Just 1.5 km from Chamada Prestige.
Ideal for comfort at a great price.

🟡 Chamada Girne Hotel 5* – €175/night

Located 7 km from the casino.
A luxury option at a competitive rate.

🔴 Chamada Prestige Hotel 5* – €300/night

In the same building as the festival venue.
The premium choice for a top-tier experience.

❗All hotel packages include:

• 🛏 Room for 2 people
• 🚗 Shuttle service Larnaca/Ercan ↔ hotel (round trip)
• 🍽 All-inclusive access to the Chamada Prestige buffet
• 🥗 Free buffet service inside the Chamada Poker Room

Full tournament schedule + hotel packages:
👉 https://www.vamospokertour.com/festivals/vpt-final-2025-cyprus/

📲 Info & Bookings

Ready for the biggest VPT festival ever?

• 💬 WhatsApp: +34 640 666 223
• 📩 Email: info@vamospokertour.com
• 💻 Website: www.vamospokertour.com

See you in Cyprus for the ultimate battle of the year! 🇨🇾🔥🃏