2026 WSOP Circuit Caesars Southern Indiana

The World Series of Poker Circuit is scheduled to return to Caesars Southern Indiana in Elizabeth, Indiana, from October 22 through November 2, 2026. The stop is part of the 2026 WSOP Circuit season and gives players in the Louisville and Southern Indiana market another opportunity to compete for official WSOP Circuit rings.

As of August 16, 2026, WSOP has confirmed the dates and host property but has not released the event-by-event tournament schedule for Caesars Southern Indiana. The official event page still states that the tournament schedule will be announced soon. That means the number of ring events, Main Event buy-in and guarantee, supporting events, tournament structures, satellites and most registration details remain Not Published.

Players should use the official WSOP Circuit Caesars Southern Indiana event page for stop-specific updates and can view the official WSOP tournament schedule for the current Circuit calendar.

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WSOP Circuit Returns to Caesars Southern Indiana

WSOP lists Caesars Southern Indiana as the host of the October 22-November 2 Circuit stop. The property is physically located at 11999 Casino Center Drive in Elizabeth, Indiana, rather than in Louisville, Kentucky.

Caesars markets the property to the broader Louisville region, making "Louisville / Southern Indiana" a useful description of the market. Players traveling to the festival should still use Elizabeth, Indiana, when searching for the casino, hotel or driving directions.

The October/November 2026 stop is separate from the WSOP Circuit festival Caesars Southern Indiana hosted in 2025. No 2025 buy-ins, guarantees, structures, starting stacks, registration periods, re-entry rules or tournament formats should be treated as 2026 information unless WSOP independently publishes the same details for the new series.

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2026 Caesars Southern Indiana Series Overview

The information currently confirmed by WSOP is limited but important:

• Series: World Series of Poker Circuit

• Venue: Caesars Southern Indiana

• Location: Elizabeth, Indiana

• Dates: October 22-November 2, 2026

• Number of ring events: Not Published

• Overall series guarantee: Not Published

• Main Event details: Not Published

• Official event-by-event schedule: Not Published

• Structure sheets: Not Published

WSOP has said that full Circuit schedules and structure sheets are released after approval by the applicable local regulatory body. Until those documents appear, players should avoid using schedules from previous Caesars Southern Indiana festivals or other WSOP Circuit stops as substitutes.

Readers following the wider 2026 Circuit can also use Angry Aces Poker's 2026 WSOP Circuit Harrah's Atlantic City guide and 2026 WSOP Circuit Caesars Virginia guide. Those are separate stops with their own schedules and structures; their tournament details do not apply to Caesars Southern Indiana.

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Schedule Highlights

WSOP has not yet published enough information to identify the major supporting events for this stop.

As of August 16, 2026:

• Main Event: Not Published

• Mini Main: Not Published

• Monster Stack: Not Published

• Mystery Bounty: Not Published

• Seniors event: Not Published

• Ladies event: Not Published

• Pot-Limit Omaha events: Not Published

• Omaha Hi-Lo or Big O events: Not Published

• HORSE or other mixed games: Not Published

• High Roller: Not Published

• Bounty events: Not Published

• Turbo events: Not Published

• Satellites: Not Published

• Live reporting: Not Published

• Livestream coverage: Not Published

This guide should be updated when WSOP releases the official October/November schedule. The full schedule does not need to be reproduced here; the most useful approach is to highlight the Main Event and major supporting events while directing readers to the official schedule for the complete listing.

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WSOP Circuit Main Event

The Main Event deserves the most attention at any Circuit stop, but WSOP has not yet published the Southern Indiana Main Event listing for October/November 2026.

The following Main Event information is currently Not Published:

• Exact event name

• Buy-in

• Guarantee

• Starting stack

• Blind structure

• Level lengths

• Number of starting flights

• Flight dates and start times

• Late-registration cutoff

• Re-entry rules

• Day 1 advancement or bagging rules

• Day 2 date and time

• Final-day schedule

• Live reporting

• Livestream coverage

• Any stop-specific added prize

Players should not assume that the Main Event will use a $1,700 buy-in or any guarantee from a previous Caesars Southern Indiana Circuit. Those details must come from the new schedule and structure sheet.

No separate Southern Indiana Main Event-only championship benefit has been announced. The broader 2026 Circuit ring-winner package program is explained below and will apply according to the official ring status of the events WSOP ultimately publishes.

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Mini Main

A Mini Main for the October 22-November 2 series is Not Published.

WSOP has not announced a Mini Main buy-in, guarantee, starting flights, starting stack, level structure, late-registration period, re-entry policy or Day 2 schedule for this stop. A Mini Main should not be added to the guide until it appears on the official 2026 Caesars Southern Indiana schedule.

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Monster Stack

A Monster Stack for this Circuit stop is Not Published.

The buy-in, guarantee, starting stack, starting flights, level lengths, re-entry rules and Day 2 information therefore remain Not Published. Structures used at prior Circuit stops should not be carried over.

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Mystery Bounty

A Mystery Bounty for the October/November 2026 Caesars Southern Indiana series is Not Published.

No official buy-in, guarantee, bounty allocation, mystery-bounty starting point, maximum bounty, starting stack, flight schedule, blind structure or re-entry policy has been released for this stop.

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Other Ring Events to Watch

The complete ring-event lineup remains pending. WSOP has not yet confirmed whether the 2026 Caesars Southern Indiana schedule will include Seniors, Ladies, PLO, Omaha Hi-Lo, Big O, HORSE, other mixed games, a High Roller, conventional bounty tournaments or turbos.

That distinction matters because Circuit schedules vary by property. Players interested in a specific variant or eligibility-restricted event should wait for the official schedule rather than planning a trip around a tournament that has not been announced.

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Satellites and Ways to Qualify

Southern Indiana-specific satellites are Not Published.

WSOP has not announced Main Event satellite buy-ins, dates, start times, qualification ratios, guaranteed seats, starting stacks, re-entry policies or direct-entry procedures for this stop. No stop-specific online qualification program has been published on the current Caesars Southern Indiana event page either.

If satellites are added, players should verify whether a qualifier awards tournament entry directly, whether seats are transferable and which flight or event the winner must enter.

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WSOP Circuit Rings and Championship Implications

An official WSOP Circuit ring identifies the winner as a WSOP Circuit champion. WSOP says Circuit rings are engraved with the host property and the event won, distinguishing them from WSOP bracelets awarded at bracelet series.

The major 2026 incentive is the Circuit Championship package. According to the official WSOP Circuit championship information, every WSOP Circuit ring winner in 2026 receives an exclusive $5,000 package to compete in the WSOP Circuit Championship at WSOP Paradise 2026. WSOP says the package includes entry to the Circuit Championship and hotel accommodations in the Bahamas.

The official WSOP Circuit $5K Package terms add several important conditions:

• The package is for WSOP Paradise 2026.

• It is non-transferable and non-refundable.

• It has no cash value.

• A qualifying player may redeem a maximum of one package during the 2026 promotional period.

• Winners must meet the applicable legal gaming age.

• Winners must satisfy WSOP account, identification and participant-agreement requirements when claiming the package.

The current official Circuit information reviewed for this guide does not publish an additional Southern Indiana-specific points award, leaderboard prize or Main Event-only qualification benefit. If WSOP adds another qualification method or stop-specific prize, it should be added only after official confirmation.

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Tournament Structures and Registration

Tournament-specific structure sheets for Caesars Southern Indiana are Not Published. Starting stacks, blind levels, level lengths, late-registration periods and re-entry rules must therefore be verified event by event once WSOP releases the structures.

WSOP's 2026 Circuit season announcement states that all confirmed 2026 WSOP Circuit stops will fully utilize the WSOP+ app, including functionality for streamlined tournament registration, payout information and real-time event data.

Separate WSOP legal terms for the 2026 Circuit Championship package refer to a registered WSOP LIVE account for players claiming that prize. Because the Caesars Southern Indiana event page has not yet published its stop-specific registration instructions, players should follow the instructions on the official event page and WSOP platform when the local schedule is released.

The following Southern Indiana-specific registration information remains Not Published:

• Tournament cashier location

• Registration opening times

• Accepted tournament buy-in payment methods

• Event-specific identification procedures

• Caesars Rewards requirements, if any

• Registration cutoffs beyond those that will appear on individual structures

Players should not assume that procedures published for the summer WSOP in Las Vegas apply unchanged to Caesars Southern Indiana.

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Caesars Southern Indiana Poker and Tournament Venue

Caesars Southern Indiana currently advertises a 16-table WSOP Poker Room. Its official casino and poker page lists poker-room hours as Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 a.m., with continuous hours beginning Friday at 9 a.m. and running through Sunday at 5 a.m.

Those regular poker-room details do not establish where the October/November Circuit festival itself will be played. WSOP has not yet published whether tournament action will use the regular poker room, a ballroom or event center, a temporary tournament area, or multiple spaces.

Traveling players should therefore check the official schedule and property signage before their first event rather than assuming all Circuit tables will be located inside the regular 16-table poker room.

Players who want additional property-oriented context can also see the separate 2026 RGPS Caesars Southern Indiana guide. RGPS is a different tournament series, so none of its event structures, buy-ins or schedules should be applied to the WSOP Circuit.

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Elizabeth, Indiana and the Louisville Market

Caesars Southern Indiana is located in Elizabeth, Indiana, across the Ohio River from the Louisville market. It is not physically located in Louisville or Kentucky.

The official Caesars Southern Indiana property page lists the address as:

11999 Casino Center Drive Elizabeth, IN 47117

Caesars describes the resort as approximately 20 minutes from downtown Louisville. That makes Louisville a useful travel reference point while Elizabeth remains the correct city for the casino itself.

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Where to Stay

Caesars Southern Indiana has an on-site hotel with 503 renovated rooms. The official Caesars Southern Indiana hotel page is the primary source for current room availability and booking terms.

As of August 16, 2026, an official WSOP Circuit room block, poker-player rate, promotional code and booking deadline for the October 22-November 2 series are Not Published.

Players booking before a poker rate is announced should compare the terms attached to the room they select rather than assuming a later tournament rate can be applied retroactively.

Caesars Rewards members can also review the official Caesars Rewards program for current member room pricing and eligible hotel, dining and gaming benefits. No Caesars Rewards tournament-registration requirement has yet been published for this specific Circuit stop.

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Dining and Amenities

Players do not need to leave the property for every meal. The official Caesars Southern Indiana dining directory currently includes options ranging from quick food to a sit-down steakhouse.

Aroma Café & Bar is useful for coffee, breakfast and grab-and-go food. Caesars says it serves Starbucks coffee, pastries, breakfast items, sandwiches, pizza and other casual meals.

The Piazza is the property's food-hall-style option, with choices including Asian food, homestyle dishes, pizza, wings and burgers. It can be particularly useful when a player wants a faster meal between tournament levels.

Gordon Ramsay Steak provides a more formal sit-down option for players with additional time away from the tables.

Restaurant operating hours can change, so players should check the official dining directory on the day they plan to eat rather than building a tournament schedule around static restaurant hours.

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Parking and Getting There

Caesars Southern Indiana's official hotel information confirms free self-parking for hotel and casino guests. The hotel page also lists accessible parking.

The property address is 11999 Casino Center Drive, Elizabeth, Indiana 47117. Valet availability and any current valet charge should be checked directly with Caesars because a WSOP-specific parking or valet notice has not been published.

For players flying into the region, Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport uses airport code SDF and serves travelers throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. The casino is on the Indiana side of the market, so travelers should account for the ground trip to Elizabeth when planning arrival and departure times.

A rental car may be useful for players who want flexibility during a multi-day stay, while rideshare or other ground transportation may make more sense for players remaining on property. Exact travel time depends on traffic and should be checked close to the trip.

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What Players Should Know

• The confirmed series dates are October 22-November 2, 2026.

• Caesars Southern Indiana is physically located in Elizabeth, Indiana.

• The complete 2026 stop schedule is still Not Published as of August 16, 2026.

• Main Event buy-in, guarantee, flights and structures are Not Published.

• The number of official Circuit ring events is Not Published.

• Mini Main, Monster Stack, Mystery Bounty, Seniors, Ladies, PLO, mixed-game and High Roller events are Not Published.

• Satellites and online qualification options are Not Published.

• WSOP says confirmed 2026 Circuit stops will use WSOP+.

• Every official 2026 Circuit ring winner is eligible for the WSOP's $5,000 Paradise package under the published program terms.

• Caesars Southern Indiana has a 16-table poker room, but the specific tournament area for this festival is Not Published.

• Caesars Southern Indiana has a 503-room on-site hotel.

• An official WSOP room block or poker-player rate is Not Published.

• Free self-parking is currently confirmed for hotel and casino guests.

• Players should use the official WSOP event page rather than a 2025 schedule or another 2026 tournament series when planning events.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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When is WSOP Circuit Caesars Southern Indiana 2026?

WSOP Circuit Caesars Southern Indiana is scheduled for October 22 through November 2, 2026.

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Where is Caesars Southern Indiana?

Caesars Southern Indiana is located at 11999 Casino Center Drive in Elizabeth, Indiana 47117.

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Is Caesars Southern Indiana in Louisville?

No. Caesars Southern Indiana is physically located in Elizabeth, Indiana. It serves the broader Louisville and Southern Indiana market, and Caesars describes the property as approximately 20 minutes from downtown Louisville.

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When will the full WSOP Circuit Caesars Southern Indiana schedule be published?

WSOP has not announced a publication date. As of August 16, 2026, the official event page says the tournament schedule will be announced soon.

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How many Circuit ring events are scheduled?

Not Published.

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How much is the 2026 Caesars Southern Indiana Main Event?

Not Published. Players should not assume the Main Event will use a buy-in from the 2025 stop or another 2026 Circuit event.

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What is the Main Event guarantee?

Not Published.

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How many Main Event starting flights will there be?

Not Published.

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Is there a Mini Main?

Not Published.

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Is there a Monster Stack?

Not Published.

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Is there a Mystery Bounty?

Not Published.

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Are Seniors or Ladies events scheduled?

Not Published.

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Are PLO or mixed-game events offered?

Not Published.

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Are satellites available?

Southern Indiana-specific satellite information is Not Published.

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Do players need the WSOP+ app?

WSOP's 2026 Circuit season announcement says all confirmed 2026 Circuit stops will fully utilize WSOP+. Stop-specific Caesars Southern Indiana registration procedures have not yet been published, so players should check the official event page for final instructions.

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How old do players need to be?

Caesars Southern Indiana states that guests must be 21 or older to gamble at its casinos and sportsbooks.

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Does Caesars Southern Indiana have a poker room?

Yes. Caesars currently advertises a 16-table WSOP Poker Room. The location of the larger October/November Circuit tournament operation within the property is Not Published.

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Does Caesars Southern Indiana have a hotel?

Yes. Caesars Southern Indiana has an on-site hotel with 503 renovated rooms. An official WSOP Circuit room rate or room block for this series is Not Published.

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Is parking available?

Yes. Caesars currently confirms free self-parking for hotel and casino guests and lists accessible parking.

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Which airport is most convenient for the Louisville and Southern Indiana market?

Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, airport code SDF, serves the Louisville and Southern Indiana region. Players should separately plan the ground trip from the airport to Caesars Southern Indiana in Elizabeth.

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Where can players find the complete official tournament schedule?

Players should monitor the official WSOP Circuit Caesars Southern Indiana event page for the stop-specific schedule. Until that schedule is released, the official WSOP tournament schedule confirms the series dates and location.