SiGMA Poker Tour Manila Brings Inaugural THM Asian Championship to City of Dreams
The SiGMA Poker Tour (SPT) is heading to the Philippines for one of the most anticipated stops on its 2026 calendar, with SiGMA Poker Tour Manila taking place from May 31 to June 4 at the world-class City of Dreams Manila.
Combining tournament poker, networking, entertainment, and VIP experiences, SPT Manila promises five days of action in one of Asia’s fastest-growing live poker destinations. Players from around the world will battle for a massive PHP 20 million guaranteed prize pool across a packed schedule featuring marquee events, side tournaments, satellites, and special championship events.
PHP 15 Million GTD Main Event Headlines Festival
At the center of the series is the SPT Manila Main Event, carrying a PHP 15 million guarantee and multiple Day 1 starting flights. The tournament features a PHP 36,000 buy-in and begins on May 31 with Day 1A and a turbo Day 1B, before continuing with additional flights across June 1 and June 2. Day 2 takes place on June 3, with the final table scheduled for June 4.
The structure has been designed to appeal to both experienced professionals and recreational players, with deep starting stacks, flexible flight options, and plenty of opportunities to qualify through live satellites running throughout the festival.
PHP 3 Million GTD The Hendon Mob Asian Championship
One of the standout additions to the Manila stop is the inaugural THM Asian Championship, further strengthening the connection between SiGMA Poker Tour and GPI x THM. The event brings added prestige to the festival and offers players another major title opportunity during the week-long series.
The partnership with SiGMA has taken us across the globe, and after checking off South America and Europe in 2025, 2026 will add Asia and North America to the list. Debuting in Manila for the first time, The Hendon Mob Asian Championship begins with Day 1 on June 3 and plays down to a winner on June 4.
The THMC Manila carries a ₱12,000 buyin with players starting with 30,000 chips and playing 30-minute levels. Late registration is open for the first 10 levels, with unlimited entries
More Than Just Poker
The SiGMA Poker Tour has continued to distinguish itself from traditional poker festivals by blending competitive poker with business networking, entertainment, and hospitality. Manila is expected to continue that formula, attracting poker players, gaming industry professionals, affiliates, operators, and content creators from around the globe.
The festival also coincides with SiGMA Asia, creating a unique atmosphere where poker and the wider gaming industry intersect across conferences, networking events, exhibitions, and VIP parties throughout the week in Manila.
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Manila Continues to Grow as a Major Poker Destination
With its vibrant nightlife, luxury resorts, passionate poker community, and growing international reputation, Manila has become one of Asia’s premier live poker hubs. Hosting the festival at City of Dreams Manila adds another level of prestige, offering players a premium live poker experience in one of the region’s top integrated resorts.
Located within the iconic City of Dreams Manila, Soul Poker Club has quickly established itself as one of Manila’s premier poker destinations. Known for its professional dealers, round-the-clock cash games, and major tournament action, the club attracts both seasoned professionals and recreational players from across Asia. With its modern setup, international-standard service, and growing reputation on the regional poker circuit, Soul Poker Club delivers a world-class poker experience in the heart of Entertainment City.
As the SiGMA Poker Tour continues to expand globally with stops in Brazil, Malta, Manila, and Mexico City, the Manila festival is shaping up to be one of the standout events of the year.
Players looking to secure their seats can already find satellites and the full schedule on the official SiGMA Poker Tour channels.
