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The Malaga Grind: Your Guide to the PokerStars Open 2026

10 Feb 2026

Samantha Doyle 10 Feb 2026

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PokerStars Open Malaga runs June 16-22, featuring a €1M GTD Main Event.
Activities include Paella & Drinks, Happy Hour & Games, and a refreshing pool day.
Events like Pot-Limit Omaha and Mystery Bounty Cup offer diverse challenges.

If your idea of a perfect June involves doubling through in a €1M guarantee before heading out for tapas and Sangria, then you probably already have Malaga circled on your calendar.

The PokerStars Open Malaga is back from June 16 to June 22, and it’s bringing a festival atmosphere that few stops can rival. From the high-tech tables of the Gran Madrid Casino Torrequebrada to the luxury of the Higueron Hotel, this week is as much about the "Sips and Bites" as it is about the "Squeezes and Bluffs."

The Daily Grind: Tournament Highlights

The action kicks off on Monday with €220 satellites and Deep Stacks, but the energy truly shifts on Wednesday with the start of the Main Event (Event #8).

If you prefer four cards over two, the Pot-Limit Omaha (Event #9) on Wednesday is a staple of the schedule. For the "Mystery Bounty" fans, Saturday's Mystery Bounty Cup is a must-play, where knockouts on the final day can lead to life-changing cash prizes regardless of your final position.

The "Malaga Way": Off-Table Schedule

PokerStars is famous for its "Activities," and the Malaga stop is the flagship for this tradition. If you’re making the trip, don’t miss these scheduled breaks:

Paella & Drinks: Thursday at 13:30 (Event #203). The perfect way to discuss hand histories from 1/B.
Happy Hour & Games: Friday and Saturday nights (Events #204 & #208). Competitive games and an open bar to keep the spirits high.
The Final Refresh: Sunday is the business end of the series, but a pool day on Saturday ensures everyone is fresh for the final trophies.

2026 Malaga Activity & Key Event Calendar

Date	Tournament Name	Buy-In
June 17	PokerStars Open High Roller	€2,200
June 18-22	€1,000,000 GTD Main Event	€1,100
June 18	Women's Event	€220
June 20	Second Chance	€550
June 21	Super High Roller	€5,000
June 21-22	Mystery Bounty Cup	€400