Get Ready for PokerStars’ Thrilling Stars Season: Unveiling the Complete Schedule
As October rolls in, poker enthusiasts around the globe are gearing up for an electrifying season at PokerStars with the highly anticipated Stars Season. From October 27th to 31st, players will have a chance to experience a robust lineup of events, including the crown jewel: a $1 million guaranteed progressive knockout edition of the wildly popular Sunday Million. Let’s delve deeper into the exciting schedule and what players can expect from this year’s Stars Season.
Stars Season Overview: Dates, Events, and Hosts
Stars Season is set to kick off with a flurry of action on October 27th, featuring 30 episodes throughout the series. With the first three days packed with tournaments, players will be treated to a combination of progressive knockout (PKO) formats and a collection of diverse events that cater to various player budgets.
Kickoff Events: The Terminator Series
The festivities begin with a unique trio of The Terminator events hosted by the ever-charismatic Lex "L.Veldhuis" Veldhuis. These tournaments feature three buy-in levels:
- $11 with a $40,000 guarantee
- $55 with a $100,000 guarantee
- $215 also promising a $100,000 guarantee,
— all kicking off at 3:05 PM GMT on October 27th. Eliminating Veldhuis from any of these events grants a coveted bounty that includes a Spraggy throwable, entries into an All-In Shootout, and a chance to compete for a ticket to the $1.25 million guaranteed Stars Season Finale.
Furthermore, PokerStars’ talented ambassadors will host multiple events throughout the week, each designed with exciting structures and varied buy-ins.
- Parker "tonkaaaa" Talbot will take the reins for three Super Tuesday tournaments on October 29th at 6:02 PM GMT.
- Laurie "LaliTournier" Tournier and Rafael "GM_VALTER" Moraes will host separate editions of the Fenomeno at 8:02 PM GMT on October 30th.
Detailed Schedule: Highlights from October 27 to 31
Stars Season Schedule
Date | Time (GMT) | Event | Buy-in | Guarantee
Sun 27 Oct
- 3:05 PM – Episode 01-L: The Terminator – hosted by L. Veldhuis | $11 | $40,000
- 3:05 PM – Episode 01-M: The Terminator – hosted by L. Veldhuis | $55 | $100,000
- 3:05 PM – Episode 01-H: The Terminator – hosted by L. Veldhuis | $215 | $100,000
- 5:05 PM – Episode 02: Season Kickoff Sunday Million | $109 | $1,000,000
- 6:00 PM – Episode 03: Sunday Storm | $11 | $100,000
Tue 29 Oct
- 6:02 PM – Episode 04-L: Super Tuesday – hosted by tonkaaaa | $11 | $25,000
- 6:02 PM – Episode 04-M: Super Tuesday – hosted by tonkaaaa | $109 | $50,000
- 6:02 PM – Episode 04-H: Super Tuesday – hosted by tonkaaaa | $1,050 | $75,000
- 9:02 PM – Episode 05-L: Daily Cooldown | $11 | $20,000
- 9:02 PM – Episode 05-M: Daily Cooldown | $109 | $40,000
- 9:02 PM – Episode 05-H: Daily Cooldown | $530 | $20,000
Wed 30 Oct
- 8:02 PM – Episode 06-L: Fenomeno – hosted by LaliTournier | $11 | $20,000
- 8:02 PM – Episode 06-M: Fenomeno – hosted by GM_VALTER | $109 | $70,000
Thu 31 Oct
- 6:02 PM – Episode 07-L: Thursday Thrill | $11 | $30,000
- 6:02 PM – Episode 07-M: Thursday Thrill | $109 | $80,000
- 6:02 PM – Episode 07-H: Thursday Thrill | $1,050 | $100,000
- 9:02 PM – Episode 08-L: Daily Cooldown | $11 | $20,000
- 9:02 PM – Episode 08-M: Daily Cooldown | $109 | $40,000
- 9:02 PM – Episode 08-H: Daily Cooldown | $530 | $20,000
The Big Attraction: $1M Guaranteed Sunday Million
The standout event of the Stars Season is undoubtedly the $1 million guaranteed Season Kickoff Sunday Million taking place on October 27th at 5:05 PM GMT. This two-day masterpiece has a $109 buy-in and offers players the incredible opportunity to win substantial bounties alongside the main prize. Each player eliminated earns at least $25, escalating as the tournament progresses, making it an unmissable experience for competitive poker players.
Mega Satellites: Your Ticket to the Action
PokerStars is making it easier for players to join the Sunday Million with four Mega Satellites scheduled from October 23-26, all costing $11 to enter. These satellites guarantee a minimum of 100 tickets for the Sunday Million; the final satellite promises 150 entries! Additionally, lower buy-in feeder satellites and freerolls can help players secure a spot in this exciting event without breaking the bank.
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Conclusion: Dive into the Stars Season
With a fabulous lineup of events, significant guarantees, and unique opportunities to win bounties, this season at PokerStars promises to be one for the history books. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newcomer looking to explore the world of online poker, make sure to mark your calendars and join the fun at the Stars Season! With stakes high and excitement brewing, it’s an event that players won’t want to miss!