dsssdd21As we approach the close of the 2026 summer poker season, we’re going out with a bang with one of 888poker’s biggest online tournaments of the year – the XL Autumn Series!
Autumn has officially arrived, and with it the 888poker XL Autumn Series, which will run from 20 through 29 September 2026. This online festival is packed with affordable buy-ins tailored for players of all skill levels and bankrolls.
- The incredible action starts on 20 September, highlighted by the $250 buy-in Event #37: $300K GTD multi-flight Mystery Bounty Main Event.
Main Event Day 1 flights begin on 13 September and run until 28 September, followed by Day 2 on 28 September and the final table on 29 September.
The final table will take place the following day, on 29 September and will be live-streamed on the 888poker TV Twitch channel.
Key Terms & Conditions:
Funded players only • Promotion runs 20/09/26 – 29/09/26 • $300,000 XL Autumn Main Event runs 20/09/26 – 29/09/26 • XL Autumn Series Freeroll limited to 18,000 players • Review the terms and conditions for eligibility and requirements for the above promotion.
The Highlight: $300,000 Mystery Bounty Main Event
While every event on the schedule brings its own level of play, the showcase event of the series is the $300,000 GTD Mystery Bounty XL Autumn Main Event.
In a Mystery Bounty format, knocking out an opponent during the bounty phase awards a randomised secret cash prize alongside standard tournament payouts.
Day 1 flights for the $300,000 Main Event run continuously in the lead-up to the final stages, with qualification opportunities open through 28 September 2026.
Other Tournament Series Highlights
The hallmark of the 888poker XL Series has always been its ability to combine massive, guaranteed prize pools with inclusive, affordable entry fees. This year’s autumn lineup is no exception.
From fast-paced turbo events to deep-stack strategic battles, the daily schedule provides non-stop poker action across several buy-ins. Here’s a taste of what’s to come:
- 20/09 @ 17:00 GMT: $109 buy-in Event #06 – $100K GTD The MB Opening Event
- 23/09 @ 17:00 GMT: $8.80 buy-in Event #016 – $4K GTD Mystery Bounty Micro
- 20/09: $25 buy-in Event #36 – $50,000 GTD Multi-Flight Mystery Bounty Mini Event (Day 1s start 20 Sept; Day 2 on 28 Sept)
Key Terms & Conditions:
Funded players only • Promotion runs 20/09/26 – 29/09/26 • $300,000 XL Autumn Main Event runs 20/09/26 – 29/09/26 • XL Autumn Series Freeroll limited to 18,000 players • Review the terms and conditions for eligibility and requirements for the above promotion.
How to Qualify for a Fraction of the Ticket Buy-in
You do not need a huge bankroll to take aim at the $300,000 Main Event prize pool. 888poker offers multiple pathways designed to help players use low-cost satellites to qualify for tournament tickets:
- Daily XL Autumn Series Freerolls: Players can take advantage of daily, no-ticket-required freeroll tournaments running throughout the series. These free-to-enter events offer direct seats into satellites for the $300,000 Main Event.
- Satellite Qualifiers: For those who prefer direct step-satellites, direct qualifier tournaments start from as low as 1 cent. These micro-stakes satellites run around the clock, providing a continuous ramp-up to the main event field.
For a chance to win tickets in giveaways, check out the 888poker social media channels below:
The stage is set for the autumn kick-off and the tables are ready. Whether you enter directly, grind your way through 1-cent satellites, or earn a ticket through daily freerolls, the XL Autumn Series offers every poker fan a chance at glory.
Head to the 888poker lobby, check out the full schedule of events, and get ready to XL your poker experience, this autumn.
Claim your seat at the table in any of the tournaments listed in the complete XL Autumn schedule below:
* Event #36 Day 1's start on 20.9.2026
** Main Event #37 Day 1's started on 13.09.2026
