While the 2026 Battle of Malta Autumn Edition was still playing out at Casino Malta, the organization announced its most ambitious expansion yet. In a move unveiled at the venue, the Battle of Malta confirmed a five-stop international calendar for 2027, headlined by brand-new events in Spain and Estonia, a return to Bratislava, and the two flagship events at Casino Malta.
The Battle of Malta Barcelona Edition runs January 20-24, 2027, at Casino Barcelona, the first time the series has ever come to Spain. The announcement comes on the heels of one of the series’ strongest-ever editions, with the Czech Republic’s Tereza Vernerova becoming the first woman in history to win the Battle of Malta Main Event.
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The Full 2027 Battle of Malta Tour
| Edition | Venue | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Battle of Malta Barcelona Edition | Casino Barcelona, Spain | January 20-24, 2027 |
| Battle of Malta (Flagship) | Casino Malta, Malta | May 21 – June 2, 2027 |
| Battle of Malta Slovakia Edition | Card Casino Bratislava, Slovakia | June 14-21, 2027 |
| Battle of Malta Autumn Edition | Casino Malta, Malta | Dates TBD |
| Battle of Malta Estonia Edition | Olympic Park Casino, Estonia | December 14-19, 2027 |
Barcelona Represents a Significant Milestone for the Battle of Malta
The Barcelona edition centers on a €600 buy-in Main Event with four starting flights across four days. Day 1A and 1B fire on Wednesday and Thursday, January 20-21, at 15:00 each day. Day 1C follows Friday, January 22, also at 15:00. For anyone needing one last shot, Day 1D is a Turbo on Saturday morning, January 23, starting at 10:30. Players who bag a stack on any starting flight advance to Day 2 on Saturday evening at 17:00, with the final day on Sunday, January 24 at 16:00. Warm-up Main Event satellites at €100 run on the two evenings before the festival opens, January 18-19, with additional satellites running Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights during the festival itself.
"Expanding the Battle of Malta into Barcelona is a significant milestone for us and an important step in our international growth strategy," said Slawomir Switalski, General Manager of Casino Malta. "This partnership demonstrates the strength of the Battle of Malta brand and our ambition to bring the festival to more leading casino destinations across Europe. Casino Barcelona is a fantastic partner, and we are delighted to be working together to introduce the Battle of Malta experience to Spain."
"We are delighted to welcome the Battle of Malta to Casino Barcelona and to join forces with Casino Malta on this exciting new project," said Xavier Ballena, General Manager of Casino Barcelona. "The Battle of Malta is one of the most renowned poker festivals in Europe, with an outstanding reputation among both players and the wider poker industry. Hosting the Barcelona edition marks another important step in our commitment to establishing Casino Barcelona as the leading destination for the most prestigious international poker festivals."
Three side events round out the schedule alongside the Main Event. The €300 Super Mystery Bounty runs over two days, with Day 1 on Thursday, January 21 at 18:00 and the final day on Friday, January 22 at 17:30. The €150 Progressive Knockout fires Friday, January 22 at 18:00. The festival closes with two events on Sunday: the €300 Mini Battle Day 2 at 16:30 and the €150 Closer Deepstack at 18:00, with the Mini Battle's opening flight on Saturday evening at 20:00.
Battle of Malta Barcelona Edition: Full Schedule
| Day | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, Jan 18 | 22:00 | €100 Main Event Satellite Day 1A |
| Tuesday, Jan 19 | 22:00 | €100 Main Event Satellite Day 1A |
| Wednesday, Jan 20 | 15:00 | €600 NLHE Main Event Day 1A |
| 22:00 | €100 Main Event Satellite Day 1B | |
| Thursday, Jan 21 | 15:00 | €600 NLHE Main Event Day 1B |
| 18:00 | €300 Super Mystery Bounty Day 1 | |
| 21:00 | €100 Main Event Satellite Day 1C | |
| Friday, Jan 22 | 15:00 | €600 NLHE Main Event Day 1C |
| 17:30 | €300 Super Mystery Bounty Final Day | |
| 18:00 | €150 NLHE Progressive Knockout | |
| 21:00 | €100 Main Event Satellite Day 1D | |
| Saturday, Jan 23 | 10:30 | €600 NLHE Main Event Day 1D Turbo |
| 17:00 | €600 NLHE Main Event Day 2 | |
| 20:00 | €300 NLHE Mini Battle Day 1 | |
| Sunday, Jan 24 | 16:00 | €600 NLHE Main Event Day 3 (Final Day) |
| 16:30 | €300 NLHE Mini Battle Day 2 | |
| 18:00 | €150 NLHE Closer Deepstack |
Barcelona opens what is the most ambitious calendar in the series' history. The flagship Battle of Malta at Casino Malta runs May 21 through June 2, anchoring the year at home. The Battle of Malta Slovakia Edition returns to Card Casino Bratislava for a second year, June 14-21, after the inaugural 2026 edition proved the brand could travel. The Battle of Malta Autumn Edition returns to Casino Malta with dates still to be announced. And closing out 2027 is an entirely new destination: the Battle of Malta Estonia Edition, December 14-19, at Olympic Park Casino, the brand's first stop in the Baltic region. Full schedules for all five stops will be announced in the coming weeks at battleofmalta.com.
Battle of Malta Barcelona Edition: FAQ
When is the Battle of Malta Barcelona Edition?
The Battle of Malta Barcelona Edition runs January 20-24, 2027 at Casino Barcelona. The €600 Main Event opens its first starting flight on Wednesday, January 20 at 15:00, with Day 1B on Thursday, Day 1C on Friday and a Day 1D Turbo on Saturday morning. The final day is Sunday, January 24. Warm-up satellites run January 18-19 ahead of the official festival dates.
Where is the Battle of Malta Barcelona Edition held?
The Battle of Malta Barcelona Edition is held at Casino Barcelona. The event is a partnership between Casino Malta, which runs the Battle of Malta series, and Casino Barcelona.
What is the Main Event buy-in for Battle of Malta Barcelona?
The Main Event buy-in is €600. Players begin with 40,000 chips across standard 40-minute levels. A Turbo Day 1D runs on Saturday, January 23 with 20-minute levels for players who want a last-chance entry.
What other events are on the Battle of Malta Barcelona schedule?
Alongside the €600 Main Event, the schedule includes a €300 Super Mystery Bounty (two days, Thursday and Friday), a €150 NLHE Progressive Knockout (Friday), a €300 NLHE Mini Battle (Saturday and Sunday), and a €150 NLHE Closer Deepstack on Sunday. €100 Main Event satellites run from Monday through Friday night.
Who won the most recent Battle of Malta Main Event?
Czech Republic's Tereza Vernerova won the 2026 Battle of Malta Autumn Edition Main Event in Malta, earning €162,635 after a three-way ICM deal. Vernerova became the first woman in history to win the Battle of Malta Main Event, taking down a field of 5,368 entries for a €2,413,281 prize pool.
What other Battle of Malta stops are planned for 2027?
The 2027 Battle of Malta calendar spans five stops across four countries. After Barcelona (January 20-24), the flagship Battle of Malta runs May 21 through June 2 at Casino Malta. The Battle of Malta Slovakia Edition returns to Card Casino Bratislava for June 14-21. The Autumn Edition returns to Casino Malta with dates still to be announced. And the brand-new Battle of Malta Estonia Edition runs December 14-19 at Olympic Park Casino, the series' first stop in the Baltic region.
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