PokerStars Cuts Campione 2027 Main Event Buy-In
Italy's lakeside enclave returns as PokerStars Open host with a lower price of entry for 2027.
PokerStars has slashed the Main Event buy-in for its 2027 Campione Open, with the Italian lakeside venue confirmed as the host for the first PokerStars Open event of next year, according to Poker.org (published October 25, 2026).
Why It Matters
A reduced buy-in lowers the financial barrier for recreational players considering a live tournament trip to northern Italy, which could meaningfully expand the field size and, in turn, boost the guaranteed prize pool. For poker tourists, Campione d'Italia — an Italian enclave inside Switzerland — offers an unusually compact, accessible venue that suits mid-stakes players who find EPT-level buy-ins prohibitive. PokerStars appears to be using price as a lever to drive early 2027 attendance, a signal that the operator is prioritising volume over prestige at this stop. Gambling involves financial risk; players should budget accordingly before committing to any live event.
Context
The PokerStars Open series targets a broader recreational audience than the flagship PokerStars Players Championship or EPT events, with buy-ins typically sitting below the €5,000 range. Campione previously hosted PokerStars events, making the 2027 edition a return rather than a debut — the operator is clearly satisfied with the venue's logistics and player reception.
What's Next
As of October 2026, specific dates for the Campione event have been announced; players should monitor the official PokerStars Live schedule and Poker.org for registration details and the confirmed Main Event buy-in figure.
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