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THE MONEYMAKER TOUR HEADS TO CANADA FOR THE FIRST TIME WITH OVER CAD$1.4 MILLION IN GUARANTEES
The Moneymaker Tour will partner with Playground for its second international stop to offer 23 trophy events for the May series
Get ready to shuffle up and deal with the man who turned an $86 online satellite into a $2.5 million payday, Chris Moneymaker, the 2003 World Series of Poker Main Event champion and Poker Hall of Famer, is set to make his debut at Playground in Kahnawake, just minutes south of downtown Montreal.
From May 7-20, 2025 poker players from Canada, the U.S., and beyond will compete for CAD$1 million guaranteed prize pool. This is your chance to play alongside the legend who sparked the “Moneymaker Effect,” inspiring millions to pursue their poker dreams.
“I’m thrilled to finally play at Playground and meet the passionate poker community in Montreal,” said Moneymaker. “This festival promises great action, and I can’t wait to see new faces at the tables.”
The series boasts a total guaranteed prize pool of over CAD$1.4 million across 23 trophy events, headlined by the CAD$1,150 Main Event with a CAD$500,000 guarantee, running from May 16-20.
“Chris Moneymaker remains one of the most inspirational players in history and we are excited to bring him to Playground,” said Ryan Bevens, VP of Gaming Operations at Playground, winners of the 6th Annual Global Poker Awards for Best Poker Room.
“This collaboration with the Moneymaker Tour is an incredible first step in what we hope will be a long-term partnership. As a company dedicated to providing top-tier poker events and festivals, we’re excited to be a part of an initiative that brings the magic of poker to new audiences and helps grow the game we all love,” Bevens continued.
Founded in 2023 by 2003 WSOP Main Event Champion and ACR Poker Pro, Chris Moneymaker and Moneymaker Tour Executive Manager, Tony Burns, the Moneymaker Tour was conceived as a way to give poker players the chance to experience their own ordinary to extraordinary moments, just as Moneymaker did. Since then, the tour has hosted various events across the US, including in Florida, Cincinnati, Houston and Ohio, as well as internationally in Aruba and now Canada.
“The Moneymaker Tour continues to expand not only in the US, but now with our friends to the North in Canada,” said Tony Burns, Executive Manager. “Playground has a rich history of having one of the most prestigious poker rooms in the world. Solidifying why they were nominated and voted in the top four rooms by the GPI.”
After a milestone 2024 featuring 10 stops across the US and its first international series in Aruba, the Moneymaker Tour continues its rapid growth. Recent highlights include successful events in Florida, such as Palm Beach Kennel Club, currently running until February 25 with over $500,000 in guarantees, and upcoming stops at Dania Beach on March 6 – 9 and Daytona Beach on April 2 – 14 before heading to Canada. The tour will then head back to Aruba from September 18 – 28, alongside the Caribbean Poker Series.
2025 Moneymaker Tour Schedule:
- Palm Beach Kennel Club, Florida, February 12 – 25
- The Casino at Dania Beach, Florida, March 6 – 9
- Daytona Beach Racing & Card Club, Florida, April 2 – 14
- Playground, Quebec, May 7 – 20
- The Casino Aruba at Hilton, Aruba, September 18 – 28
For more information visit: https://moneymakerpt.com
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In honor of the upcoming 56th annual World Series of Poker, Ariva Serviced Residences, the official luxury apartments of the Las Vegas Raiders and Las Vegas Aces, has unveiled an exclusive offer to those looking for an extended stay of 31 days or more.
Conveniently located just minutes from the action on South Las Vegas Boulevard, Ariva Serviced Residences is offering guests 10% off their stay from today through July 16. In addition, guests who sign up during this time frame will receive a $200 UberEats gift card to fuel guests between hands.
The luxurious selection of premium serviced residences come equipped with extensive, full-service amenities that create an exclusive atmosphere for guests. Each residence comes fully furnished, with luxurious amenities such as Frette linen, Matouk terry, Grown Alchemist bath products, Smart TVs, Nespresso machines, high-end appliances, refrigerators stocked with the basics and weekly housekeeping services. Residences range in size from one, two and three-bedroom serviced apartments to lavish, multi-bedroom penthouses.
“We are excited to present this special offer to attendees of the 56th annual World Series of Poker. Ariva Serviced Residences provides a restful, upscale retreat just minutes from the excitement of the tournament, making it perfect for players, fans and executives visiting for the event,” said Sylvia Wong, director of WTI, Inc., the owner of Ariva Serviced Residences.
Ariva Serviced Residences also offers access into all amenities on the property that includes a 24-hour business center, a newly-opened Sky Deck and Sky Lounge with surrounding views of the mountains, a pet park, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a Zen garden, four resort-style pools (three of which are heated), two spas and so much more.
To reserve an upscale residence at Ariva for this year’s annual poker event, call or text 702-820-1266 or email [email protected].
For more information on this offer, please visit arivaservicedresidences.com/offers.
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ACR POKER’S BIGGEST SERIES EVER, THE ONLINE SUPER SERIES XL, HEATS UP THIS WEEK WITH SURVIVOR FLIPS TOURNEY AND THREE MONSTER MAIN EVENTS
Phase 1 of the $400,000 guaranteed Survivor Flips tourney starts this Thursday, leading into three Main Events guaranteeing $5 million total
ACR Poker’s largest online tournament series ever is a week in, and the action really explodes this week with Survivor Flips and the highly-anticipated monster Main Events. The popular online poker site’s flagship Online Super Series (OSS) XL boasts over $50 million in guarantees and runs until June 3rd.
The fast-paced Survivor Flips tourney features a $400,000 guaranteed prize pool, and players can earn their seat by advancing through Phase 1 starting this Thursday. Players can enter Step Satellites starting at $2.25, or jump straight into Phase 1 for a $130 buy-in. Phase 1 and Step Satellites run daily through Sunday, June 1st at 3pm ET, leading into Phase 2 that day at 3:05pm ET, where all participants start in the money and play in a regular tournament.
Hot on the heels of the Survivor Flips action kicking off, three monster Main Events are set to take center stage with Day 1’s this Sunday, May 25th and Sunday, June 1st. Day 2 is then on Monday, June 2nd. There is $2 million guaranteed in both the $2,650 buy-in and $1,050 buy-in Main Events, and $1 million guaranteed in the $215 buy-in Main Event.
“This is the biggest series in our history, offering insane value and something for everyone,” said ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker. “The Main Events are massive, and the Survivor Flips tourney is especially fun — fast action, quick results, big rewards, and you start Phase 2 already in the money. Don’t miss this massive week of the OSS XL.”
In addition to these headliners, players can jump into a $2 million Multi-Flight tourney, three massive Mystery Bounty Multi-Flight events and chase a piece of the $65,000 Leaderboard Contest. Plus, there’s $50,000 in step satellites and freerolls to help players of all bankrolls climb the OSS XL ladder for cheap or even free. OSS XL events can be easily tracked via ACR Poker’s online tournament schedule.
During the series, various ACR Pros, Stormers and Team Online members such as Conor O’Driscoll and Mark Rubbathan are jumping in to connect with the community and enhance players’ experience. From ‘Survivor Hour’ streams on Twitch where viewers can win Survivor Flip seats, to sharing daily ‘Day In The Life’ videos on Instagram that offer fans an inside look at their OSS XL grind, they are bringing players closer to the action.
For the full OSS XL schedule and event details, visit ACRPoker.eu.
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Drafting opens from today through Monday, May 26th, giving players the chance to compete for cash rewards
ACR Poker is bringing back its fan-favorite Fantasy Poker League promotion this month, offering players the chance to cash-in on Vegas’ biggest summer series without playing a single hand.
Building on the success of 2024’s inaugural Vegas edition, where over 700 teams were created, the Fantasy Poker League: Vegas 2025 gives fans and players worldwide a unique opportunity to engage with the action by drafting their ultimate lineup of poker pros and competing for cash prizes, glory and bragging rights.
“Fantasy sports are wildly popular, and after last year’s epic Vegas edition, bringing the Fantasy Poker League back was a no-brainer,” said 2003 WSOP Main Event champion and ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker. “Whether you’re railing your favorite pros or competing with friends, it’s the best way to stay connected to all the hot poker action in Vegas this summer.”
The drafting period for the Fantasy Poker League kicks off today and runs until Monday, May 26th (12pm ET). From Tuesday, May 27th through Wednesday, July 16th, participants will earn points every time their drafted players cash in live poker events during Sin City’s hottest summer series.
Here’s how the 2025 Fantasy Poker League works:
- Draft your fantasy squad(s) (between 4 to 8 players), staying within the $300 salary cap (May 12th–26th)
- Choose between three fantasy league buy-in options: $20, $100, and $500 (May 12th–26th)
- Check the leaderboard daily to see how your selected team(s) are performing against the competition (May 27th–July 16th)
In addition to the Public League, ACR Poker is enhancing this year’s Vegas edition with the introduction of Private Leagues. Players now have the ability to design their own custom league experience with friends and choose their own buy-ins, salary caps, and participation limits to create the perfect competition.
Moneymaker also noted that participants can easily register and assemble their dream poker team(s) by visiting the My Account page – Rewards tab in the ACR Poker client. Plus, they can enter as many teams as they like.
Alongside the Fantasy Poker League, players looking for more poker action this May can jump into ACR Poker’s largest Online Super Series XL, guaranteeing over $50 Million. Plus, the ‘Moneymaker May-Hem’ offers players a chance to join Chris Moneymaker in Las Vegas for the $10K Main Event when they play in any $109 Sunday Moneymaker Tournament this month.
To learn more about the Fantasy Poker League: Vegas, visit ACRPoker.eu.
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