The Italian Poker Open (IPO) is back at the Perla Poker Room in Nova Gorica this September, bringing one of Europe’s most recognized poker brands to the Slovenian–Italian border. With a €500,000 guaranteed prize pool and an electric atmosphere, players from across the continent are set to battle from September 10–15. This long-running series attracts a strong mix of seasoned professionals and passionate amateurs, making it a must-play stop for anyone looking to test their skills on a major stage.
The Main Event
The IPO Nova Gorica Main Event is the heart of the festival, with a €490+60 buy-in — though early birds can jump into the opening Day 1A flight for a reduced €390+60. Players start with a 40,000-chip stack and blind levels that gradually increase from 25 to 45, 60, and eventually 75 minutes. Registration remains open through the first 11 levels, giving latecomers plenty of time to join the action. Multiple Day 1 flights, including a turbo option, make the schedule flexible for different player needs, while the deep structure rewards skill over short-term luck.
Side Events and Unique Perks
Beyond the Main Event, the schedule caters to a wide range of poker tastes. Omaha enthusiasts can jump into a dedicated €300+30 tournament, while high rollers will have their eyes on the €900+100 IPO Master. Daily satellites provide a cost-effective route into the bigger buy-in events, and there’s no shortage of variety thanks to progressive knockouts, a Sunday Deepstack, and nightly turbo tournaments. Away from the tournament tables, cash games run every day and keep going late into the night, ensuring the action never really stops.
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IPO Nova Gorica Full Schedule
| Date | Time | Event | Buy-In |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 | 16:00 | Satellite for 1 C/D/E | €80+20 |
| Sep 10 | 17:00–6:30 | Cash Game | — |
| Sep 10 | 17:30 | Main Event Day 1A | €390+60 |
| Sep 11 | 16:00 | Satellite for 1 C/D/E | €80+20 |
| Sep 11 | 17:00–6:30 | Cash Game | — |
| Sep 11 | 17:30 | Main Event Day 1B | €490+60 |
| Sep 12 | 16:00 | Satellite for 1 D/E | €100+20 |
| Sep 12 | 16:00–6:30 | Cash Game | — |
| Sep 12 | 17:30 | Main Event Day 1C | €490+60 |
| Sep 12 | 20:00 | Omaha | €300+30 |
| Sep 13 | 13:00 | Main Event Day 1D | €490+60 |
| Sep 13 | 14:00–6:30 | Cash Game | — |
| Sep 13 | 17:30 | Main Event Day 1E | €490+60 |
| Sep 14 | 11:00 | Main Event Day 1F Speed | €490+60 |
| Sep 14 | 14:00–6:30 | Cash Game | — |
| Sep 14 | 18:00 | Main Event Day 2 | — |
| Sep 14 | 19:00 | IPO Sunday | €210+40 |
| Sep 14 | 21:00 | IPO Master Day 1 | €900+100 |
| Sep 15 | 12:00 | Main Event Final Day | — |
| Sep 15 | 13:00 | IPO Master Final Day | €900+100 |
| Sep 15 | 14:00–6:30 | Cash Game | — |
| Sep 15 | 19:00 | Monday Deep | €120+30 |
With its mix of deep-structured main event action, affordable satellites, diverse side events, and around-the-clock cash games, the IPO Nova Gorica delivers a poker experience that blends competition and entertainment. The €500,000 guarantee adds extra incentive, ensuring this September stop will draw a packed field and plenty of memorable moments.
