Live WSOP event to visit Deerfoot Inn & Casino from January 7 through January 19
GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, is thrilled to announce the launch of exclusive online satellite tournaments for the upcoming World Series of Poker® (WSOP) Circuit Calgary live poker event.
The prestigious WSOP-C Calgary festival will be hosted at the magnificent Deerfoot Inn & Casino in Calgary, Canada, from January 7 to January 19, 2026.
GGPoker players across Canada can win their way into the highlight tournament, the $2,200 buy-in WSOP-C Calgary Main Event, for a fraction of the direct entry cost.
The online satellite schedule, hosted exclusively at GGPoker, offers players an affordable and flexible path to compete for a coveted WSOP Circuit Gold Ring on home soil.
WSOP-C Calgary Main Event details:
- Buy-In: $2,200
- Day 1 Flights: Day 1A on January 15, Day 1B on January 16, and Day 1C on January 17
- Day 2: January 18
- Final Day: January 19
Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker, shared his excitement: “The WSOP is coming to Calgary! We are delighted to give our players an exclusive, low-cost path into this fantastic event at the Deerfoot Inn & Casino. The Canadian poker community is one of the most passionate in the world, and we can’t wait to see our GGPoker qualifiers compete for poker glory right in the heart of Alberta. Good luck to all!”
A number of GGTeam ambassadors are expected to attend, including Canada’s own Kevin Martin.
As seen at previous WSOP Circuit stops, the WSOP+ application will play a central role in the WSOP-C Calgary experience, making event registration, player tracking, and content sharing easier than ever.
The Deerfoot Inn & Casino is renowned for providing a superior gaming and hospitality experience, making it a perfect host for the high-profile WSOP Circuit. Calgary, a dynamic city renowned for its welcoming spirit and stunning proximity to the Rocky Mountains, offers an ideal destination for poker players from across North America.
To take part in WSOP-C Calgary Main Event satellite tournaments, please log in to GGPoker.
To learn more about WSOP-C Calgary at Deerfoot Inn and Casino, including a list of all side events, please visit: wsop.com/tournaments/2026-wsop-circuit-deerfoot-inn-and-casino/
To secure your accommodation, please visit: deerfootinn.com/
Please note that all amounts mentioned in the above press release are denominated in Canadian dollars.
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