With the NFL Super Bowl LX set for Sunday, February 8 — featuring one of the Rams, Seahawks, Broncos, or Patriots — Las Vegas will once again become the center of the sports world. For poker players heading to Sin City for the Big Game, there’s a prime opportunity to mix football excitement with tournament action in the days leading up to kickoff.
From February 4–7, the Major Series of Poker: The Tour (MSPT) returns to The Venetian Las Vegas for the $1,600 buy-in Poker Bowl X, boasting a $1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool. The event marks another stop in MSPT Season 17 and continues a tradition that has become a staple of Super Bowl week.
A Tournament Built Around the Super Bowl
First launched in 2017, the Poker Bowl has grown into an annual highlight on the MSPT calendar, strategically scheduled to wrap up just before Super Bowl Sunday. The timing allows players to chase a major score without missing one of the biggest sporting events of the year.
Over the years, the Poker Bowl has consistently delivered strong fields and seven-figure prize pools, with past editions attracting anywhere from 360 to more than 1,000 entries. Recent champions include Anthony Scarborough, James Romero, and Ron West, each walking away with six-figure paydays.
Poker Bowl X Structure and Schedule
Poker Bowl X will feature three starting flights, giving players flexibility while maintaining a smooth tournament flow.
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Day 1A kicks off Wednesday, February 4, at 11:10 a.m. local time, with late registration open until 5:55 p.m.
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Day 1B and Day 1C follow on Thursday and Friday at the same start time.
Players begin with 40,000 chips and play 40-minute levels, offering plenty of room to maneuver. Survivors from all three flights return on Saturday, February 7, at 11 a.m. for Day 2, where play continues down to a winner — well before Super Bowl festivities begin.
Poker Bowl X is part of The Venetian’s DeepStack Showdown Poker Series, which features a full slate of tournaments running alongside the main event.
Familiar Faces and Media Coverage
MSPT Podcast hosts Chad Holloway and Kyna England will both be on-site during Poker Bowl X. Their show, presented by PokerNews, releases new episodes every other Wednesday at 8 a.m. PT on YouTube, with audio versions available across major podcast platforms. Expect behind-the-scenes coverage and insights throughout the event.
What’s Next on the MSPT Schedule?
Poker Bowl X is just one stop on a packed MSPT Season 17 calendar. Immediately after Las Vegas, the tour heads to Ohio for the MSPT Ohio Poker State Championship at JACK Cleveland (Feb. 10–16), followed by the $1,000,000 GTD Club Poker Championship Major at Potawatomi Casino in Milwaukee.
The remainder of the season includes state championships and major festivals across the U.S., with stops in Arizona, Michigan, Florida, Wisconsin, and multiple returns to The Venetian in Las Vegas.
Final Thoughts
For players planning a Super Bowl trip to Las Vegas, Poker Bowl X offers a rare combination of perfect timing, a million-dollar guarantee, and a proven track record of big fields and strong payouts. Whether you’re chasing a title or simply looking to make the most of Super Bowl week, this event stands out as one of the best poker options on the calendar before kickoff.
