Master Classics of Poker
1 – 10 Nov 2026 · Holland Casino Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Master Classics of Poker (MCOP) is the Netherlands' premier poker festival and one of the longest-running in Europe, held every November at Holland Casino Amsterdam since 1992. The centrepiece is the €2,750 + €250 main event, historically one of the most prestigious titles on the continent, surrounded by a week of side events from low buy-ins to high rollers. Recent main-event champions include Timothy Chung (2025), Eero Abbey (2024) and Tommi Lankinen (2023). Exact 2026 dates and the full schedule are published by Holland Casino a few weeks before the festival; the dates shown here are the usual early-November window and should be confirmed with the venue.
Schedule
| Date | Event | Buy-in | Guarantee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Nov 2026 | Main Event | €3,000 | — |
Qualify online from Netherlands
Partner rooms run satellites to live festivals like this one. Available from Netherlands:
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Frequently asked questions
What is the buy-in for the MCOP main event?
€2,750 plus €250 entry fee, €3,000 in total.
Who won the Master Classics of Poker recently?
Timothy Chung in 2025, Eero Abbey in 2024 and Tommi Lankinen in 2023.