Tallinn, Estonia is set to host the upcoming inaugural “The Festival Weekend,” powered by Betsafe, from April 23-26. The event will take place at the city’s Chesterfield Poker Club, marking The Festival’s return to Tallinn since 2022.
About the Venue: Chesterfield Poker Club
Situated in the heart of the Estonian capital, the Chesterfield Poker Club has quickly become a central hub for the city’s thriving poker scene since its opening last year. Renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, professional setup, and successful hosting of major poker festivals like the Coolbet Open, the Chesterfield’s commitment to providing a top-tier poker experience makes it a great venue for the debut of The Festival Weekend.
The Festival Weekend Schedule Highlights
The Festival Weekend boasts a diverse schedule of nine unique tournaments, catering to a wide range of poker players at very affordable price points. Key events include:
- Betsafe Festival Weekend Main Event: With a €250 buy-in, the event’s marquee tournament features six opening flights, including a turbo and a flip ‘n go flight, offering ample opportunities for participation. Notably, the chip leader of each standard opening flight will receive an additional tournament ticket worth €125.
- NLH High: As the highest buy-in tournament on schedule, for those seeking higher stakes, the €500 No-Limit Hold’em High tournament provides a competitive arena while still not “breaking your bankroll”.
- Big O and Open Face Chinese: Fans of mixed games — and that’s us 🙂 — can look forward to the €125 buy-in Big O and Open Face Chinese tournaments, celebrating the event’s diversity of poker variants.
Additionally, the schedule includes the popular Midnight Madness tournaments and various satellites, ensuring a comprehensive poker experience for all attendees. Below is the full schedule of both online satellites and live satellites, whereby you can win your way to a seat at the felt in Tallinn during The Festival Weekend. Additional details under the image.
Qualify Online and Live for The Festival Weekend
Players have multiple avenues to secure their spots in The Festival Weekend’s tournaments:
- Online Satellites: From April 1-24, daily online qualifiers each guaranteeing at least one €250 Main Event ticket are available to enter on Betsafe for as little as €5.50. Moreover, every Sunday in April offers a chance to win a full package worth €750 through €20 qualifiers.
- Live Satellites: These €30 live qualifiers have already begun at the Chesterfield Poker Club, but there are three more to come on April 2, 16, and 17. Each one guarantees €1,250 in prizes, including five €250 Main Event tickets.
Added Value and Guaranteed Overlays
No, “guaranteed overlays” is not a misprint — neither here nor in the subheading or in this article’s title! The Festival Weekend distinguishes itself by adding substantial value to its events. Winners of various side events will receive packages for future festivals, such as five €1,600 Rozvadov Packages and two €700 The Hendon Mob Rozvadov packages, enriching the overall prize pools.
Furthermore, the online qualifiers feature guaranteed overlays, ensuring that the prize pools meet or exceed advertised amounts regardless of participant turnout. This commitment underscores the organizers’ dedication to providing exceptional value and opportunities for players.
READ MORE: Interview with The Festival Founder Martin “Franke” von Zweigbergk
Conclusion
The inaugural The Festival Weekend in Tallinn is certainly an event worth considering circling on your poker calendar. With its diverse tournament offerings, accessible qualification routes, added value, and a great venue in the Chesterfield Poker Club, it promises an unforgettable experience for poker enthusiasts.
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