Venetian DeepStack Showdown August 2026 Tournament Schedule
The Venetian DeepStack Showdown returns to Las Vegas from August 3–31, 2026, with more than $1.1 million in combined guaranteed prize pools. The month-long festival is part of The Venetian’s broader DeepStack tournament series that includes 37 numbered events, one-day No-Limit Hold’em tournaments, bounty events, multi-flight competitions and a Seniors tournament for players age 50 and older.
Most buy-ins range from $200 to $400. The largest listed buy-in is a $600 No-Limit Hold’em tournament with a $150,000 guarantee. Starting stacks range from 25,000 to 40,000 chips, while scheduled blind levels generally last 30 or 40 minutes.
Schedule notice: Tournament details may change. Players should confirm the official schedule, structure sheet, fees and registration rules with The Venetian before traveling or entering an event.
DeepStack Showdown Series Highlights
$600 No-Limit Hold’em — $150,000 Guaranteed
The largest buy-in on the schedule features four starting flights from August 5–8, followed by a Day 2 restart on August 9 at 11:00 a.m.
Each starting flight begins at 11:10 a.m. and provides a 40,000-chip starting stack with 40-minute blind levels. Registration is scheduled to close at 5:55 p.m. during each flight.
$300 No-Limit Hold’em — $150,000 Guaranteed
Event 12 offers six starting flights across August 10–12.
Morning flights begin at 11:10 a.m. with 40-minute levels, while evening flights begin at 5:10 p.m. with 30-minute levels. Day 2 begins on August 13 at 1:00 p.m.
$250 No-Limit Hold’em — $125,000 Guaranteed
This six-flight tournament runs from August 17–19, with Day 2 scheduled for August 20 at 1:00 p.m.
Players begin with 30,000 chips. Morning flights use 40-minute levels, while evening flights use 30-minute levels.
Additional $100,000 Guaranteed Events
The schedule includes a $400 No-Limit Hold’em tournament running from August 14–17, a $300 event with flights from August 21–24 and a $250 event with flights from August 27–30.
Each carries a $100,000 guarantee.
Seniors Event
The $300 No-Limit Hold’em Seniors tournament begins at 10:10 a.m. on August 26.
Players must be at least 50 years old to participate. The event carries a $20,000 guarantee, a 40,000-chip starting stack and 30-minute levels.
For complete blind schedules, payout details and event rules, view the official Venetian tournament structure sheets.
What Players Should Know
Players must be 21 or older and have a Venetian Rewards card to participate.
The guarantee shown for a multi-flight tournament applies to the complete event rather than each individual starting flight.
Players should review the official structure sheet before entering. Starting stacks, blind levels, registration periods, re-entry rules and advancement requirements may vary by event.
Tournament management reserves the right to modify or cancel events. Players should confirm all details directly with The Venetian before traveling or registering.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the August 2026 Venetian DeepStack Showdown?
The series runs from August 3 through August 31, 2026.
How much is guaranteed during the series?
The Venetian advertises more than $1.1 million in combined guaranteed prize pools.
What is the largest event on the schedule?
The largest listed buy-in is a $600 No-Limit Hold’em tournament with four starting flights and a $150,000 guarantee.
Are there bounty tournaments?
Yes. The schedule includes frequent $200 one-day No-Limit Hold’em bounty tournaments, most beginning at 5:10 p.m.
Is there a Seniors event?
Yes. The $300 Seniors tournament begins at 10:10 a.m. on August 26 and is restricted to players age 50 and older.
Do players need a Venetian Rewards card?
Yes. The official schedule states that players must have a Venetian Rewards card to participate.
What should players check before registering?
Players should confirm the buy-in, guarantee, starting time, registration deadline, starting stack, blind levels, re-entry rules and any Day 2 qualification requirements.
Can the tournament schedule change?
Yes. Tournament management may update event details. Players should check the official Venetian schedule and structure sheet before entering.
Sources
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The Venetian Resort Las Vegas — August 2026 DeepStack Showdown Schedule
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The Venetian Resort Las Vegas — Official Tournament Structure Sheets