The cards are about to fly, the chips are ready to stack, and we’re thrilled to welcome you back to the felt for what promises to be our most exciting season at the Pinnacle Poker Club!
A Brand New Digital Home
First things first: we’ve completely revamped our homepage! Head over to pinnacle.poker to check out our sleek new season hub. You’ll find everything you need in one place—tournament schedules, RSVP forms, strategy articles, standings, and more. Whether you’re planning your calendar or brushing up on your game, it’s all there waiting for you. You can even add all six of our 2026 events to your calendar in just a couple clicks right at the top of the home page!
Follow Us on Instagram
We’re also making our Instagram debut! Follow us @pinnacle.poker.club for behind-the-scenes content, strategy tips, tournament recaps, and all the highlights from our upcoming season. Give us a follow and be part of the action between tournaments!
More Comfort, More Efficiency
We’ve invested in some upgrades to make your experience even better this year. Our new outdoor heater will keep players at the outdoor table comfortable no matter the weather, and we’ve added a third automatic shuffler so all three tables run at the same lightning-fast pace. More hands, more action, more fun!
$2,300 in Guaranteed Prize Pools
That’s right—we’re guaranteeing $2,300 in total prize pools across our six tournaments this season. With buy-ins staying at just $20 for most events, that’s incredible value and plenty of opportunities to turn a small investment into a big payday.
Six Unforgettable Events
Our 2026 schedule is packed with variety:
January 17: Season Opener (Unlimited Re-Entry) Kick off the season with unlimited re-entries through Level 4. Start strong or fight your way back—multiple chances to build a stack!
March 21: Luck of the Irish (Survivor) This format was YOUR choice! Based on player votes, we’re bringing back the survivor-style tournament from last season where the top 25% of the field splits the prize pool equally. Strategic, social, and seriously fun.
May 9: Kentucky Derby (Freezeout) One of our players suggested this theme night, and we’re running with it! Dress up, celebrate Derby Day, and enjoy some special side betting action (we’re looking at you, Quang!).
July 18: Summer Deepstack (Single Re-Entry) Settle in for a deeper-stacked showdown with more chips to play with, more room for skillful play, and more prize money and POY points at stake.
September 5: Pineapple Premier Our first new game in club history! We’re introducing Pineapple poker—similar to Hold’em but with an extra card and a fun twist. Get ready to learn something new!
November 7: Main Event (Freeroll) As always, we end the year with our free-entry season finale where your play throughout the season earns you bonus chips to give you an advantage to win this last event.
The 2026 Bingo Challenge
Here’s something completely new: our 25-square Bingo Challenge! Throughout the season, you’ll have chances to complete tasks ranging from tournament achievements to community engagement. Complete a line (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) and you’ll earn bonus starting chips for the Main Event. Complete the entire card? You’ll be a legend—and you’ll have a serious chip advantage heading into our championship.
The Bingo card includes challenges like making deep runs, trying new strategies, engaging with our content, and more. It’s designed to encourage attendance, improvement, and involvement in our community.
Early Bird Bonuses & New Player Rewards
RSVP early and you’ll earn bonus starting chips for that event. Check each tournament page for specific deadlines and chip amounts—your punctuality literally pays off (and helps us in our planning 😀)!
Bringing a friend? New players receive bonus chips at their first event to help them get comfortable and competitive right away.
Special Promotions Throughout the Season
Keep an eye on individual event pages for unique promotions, bonus games, and special features we’ll be running at select tournaments. We’ve got some fun surprises in store!
Cashless Convenience
As a reminder, we now accept cashless entry fees for your convenience. Venmo, Zelle, Apple Cash or just plain old school cash—whatever works best for you. Check our confirmation emails and texts for details.
Pre-Season Strategy Content
Before our January opener, we’ll be publishing two brand-new strategy articles to help you arrive at the tables ready to compete. Last year was all about pre-flop play; this year, we will be focusing on the flop, starting with:
- How Often Do Hands Really Hit the Flop? Understanding the math behind improving your starting hand
- Introduction to Continuation Betting A fundamental post-flop concept that can transform your game
Whether you’re a regular or a newcomer, these articles will help sharpen your game.
Mark Your Calendars
Six tournaments. $2,300 guaranteed. Countless memories. The 2026 season starts January 17, and we can’t wait to see you at the tables.
Visit pinnacle.poker to RSVP, explore the schedule, and get ready for our best season yet. Follow us on Instagram @pinnacle.poker.club for up-to-date information, and we’ll see you soon!
Let’s shuffle up and deal.