From Tuesday 10 to Sunday 15 November 2026, at the Casino de Marrakech in the Hivernage district. It is the casino's 69th international tournament, and the Irish Open's first stop in Marrakech.

36 numbered tournaments, across 45 starting flights over six days. Day 2 and Final Day are continuations, not new tournaments.

The Irish Open Main Event (#07), at 12,500 MAD (€1,156). Four starting flights: 11 November at noon, 12 November at noon, 13 November at 11 am and 13 November at 7 pm (Day 1D Turbo). Day 2 on 14 November at 1 pm, Final Day on 15 November at 1 pm.

The cheapest are the Main Event satellites, at 1,500 MAD (€139), from 10 November at 8 pm. The most expensive is the NLH Super High Roller (#28) at 32,500 MAD (€3,006), on 14 November at 3 pm.

Yes. Twelve satellites are on the schedule, from 1,500 MAD, into the Main Event and the Super High Roller. Online satellites also run before the festival with the Irish Open's partners.

Out of superstition!

Late registration is listed event by event in the schedule: from 1 level for Flash to UDSO up to 13 levels for the Main Event and the PKO 6-Max. Most events allow 8 levels.

Yes, every day from 18:00 to 08:00. Sixteen tables in No Limit Hold'em and Pot Limit Omaha, blinds from 25/50 MAD (€2.5/5), minimum buy-in 1,000 MAD (€100).

In Moroccan dirhams (MAD). The euro prices shown on the site are indicative, converted at roughly 10.75 MAD to €1.

Five hotels are offered: the Palace Es Saadi (4,400 MAD a night), the Hôtel Es Saadi (2,900), the Kenzi Rose Garden (2,020), the Hotel Kennedy (1,200) and the Hotel El Andalous (1,080). The Palace and the Hôtel Es Saadi are in the same resort as the card room.

Hotel nights with breakfast and the buy-ins of the listed tournaments. The Irish Open packages will be announced on the Packages page.

Rue Ibrahim El Mazini, in the Hivernage district, Marrakech 40000, inside the Es Saadi resort. Marrakech-Menara airport is about ten minutes away by car.

A valid passport is ESSENTIAL to enter Morocco. A national identity card is not sufficient. French, Belgian and Swiss nationals do not need a visa for a tourist stay of less than 90 days.

It is generally recommended to have a passport valid for at least 6 months after the planned return date. Please check this with your travel agency or the consulate, as rules may change.

No, a standard tourist visa (or a visa exemption depending on your nationality) is sufficient. There is no special status linked to the practice of poker.

It depends on the time of year. Morocco does not follow Europe's clock-change calendar, so the difference with Central Europe can be between 0 and 2 hours. Check the exact difference around 10 to 15 November 2026.

November is a pleasant time: mild, sunny days and noticeably cooler evenings. Bring light clothes for the day and a jacket for the evening.

No, not in most cases: Morocco uses type C/E sockets (European standard) and a voltage of 220V, compatible with French/Belgian/Swiss equipment.

The official languages are Arabic and Berber (Tamazight), but French is very widely spoken, particularly in hospitality, business and within the casino. English is also widespread.

It is not compulsory, but strongly recommended, notably for medical costs and possible repatriation. Check whether your bank card already includes this type of cover.

No mandatory vaccination is required to enter Morocco from Europe. It is always advisable to be up to date with your universal vaccinations (DTP).

It depends on the buy-in level and the hotel chosen: return flight from France around 250-300€. The Resort Es Saadi offers accommodation from 200€. 3-4 star hotels nearby between 40 and 100 €/night, very affordable meals outside the Resort (5 to 15 €). The Resort itself is positioned as high end.

Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted for tourists in hotels, bars and the casino, but it is prohibited in public places outside these establishments.

The simplest way is by taxi. Allow around 15-20 minutes (150-200 MAD, that is 15-20€) for the journey between Marrakech-Ménara airport and the Hivernage district where the Resort is located.

It is strongly advised to confirm the price with the driver before departure. A journey from the airport to the city centre should not cost more than around 150 MAD by petit taxi.

Small taxis are fitted with a meter (practical and reliable), while large taxis generally charge around 50 MAD for this type of journey.

The availability of ride-hailing services in Morocco varies and changes regularly; some international apps may not be operational in Marrakech. The taxi remains the simplest and most widespread solution.

18 years old, as in Morocco for the legal age of majority. A piece of identification (passport) will systematically be requested at the entrance to the casino.

It is free and essential in order to play (tournaments, cash game, slot machines, table games). It is created at one of the casino's reception desks upon simple presentation of your passport. Online pre-registration is sometimes offered before the festival to speed up the process.

Nothing dramatic: present yourself at the casino reception with your passport, a new card can be issued to you.

Appropriate attire is required (no swimwear, flip-flops or shorts in the gaming rooms in the evening). During the day, more casual attire is generally tolerated for tournaments; in the evening, smarter attire is recommended in the traditional gaming lounges.

No, access to the casino is strictly reserved for adults (18 years and over), including to accompany a parent.

A companion can generally enter the common areas of the casino (bars, restaurant, cash game area) with their passport and a membership card, but access to the tournament room may be limited to registered players depending on the zones.

This is not necessary, and it is generally impossible anyway: the Moroccan dirham (MAD) is a currency that is not convertible outside Morocco. You will change money once on site.

The rate has been stable for several years around 10,5 to 11 MAD per 1 €, an exchange commission slightly altering this rate in practice. Check the exact rate as the festival approaches.

Several currency exchange offices are located at the airport (rates generally less favourable), and within the Es Saadi Resort itself: at the casino entrance, at the hotel reception and at the Palace reception.

Yes: the casino card can be used as an electronic wallet. You "top it up" in dirhams with a single card payment at the desk, then use it to register for all tournaments without having to take out your bank card every time.

Yes, this is possible, just like payment in cash (dirhams) or with casino chips. This direct method is generally a little more costly (foreign banking fees) than the prepaid casino card. You can also use Apple Pay.

In dirhams, cash or by card, Apple Pay is possible. You can also make a transfer to the Casino (2 to 3 weeks before the start of the festival) or use Luxon as a means of payment.

Yes, Visa and Mastercard cards are widely accepted, particularly within the Resort. Let your bank know about your trip and check your limits abroad before you leave.

Yes, this is strictly forbidden within the casino. Any exchange must obligatorily go through official channels (casino bank, bank transfer, card payment).

Yes, a receipt can be issued on simple request at one of the festival's cash desks, by providing your email address.

Yes, several cash machines are generally available in the Hivernage district and near the Resort. Please check the fees applied by your bank for withdrawals abroad.

The festival runs from Tuesday 10 to Sunday 15 November 2026, six days of poker. The Main Event starts on 11 November and ends on the 15th.

Both are possible. Online pre-registration is generally offered before the festival, and dedicated cashier desks will be open on site throughout the festival, located in the immediate vicinity of the main tournament room.

Two main routes: online satellites organised by the operator before the festival, and live satellites organised directly in Marrakech during the festival. Check the qualification schedule for the exact dates of the 2026 edition.

Yes, live satellites are generally organised in Marrakech itself, in particular for the Main Event and the High Rollers, in the days preceding these tournaments.

You will normally be contacted by email right after your win by the site you played on. Fill in the registration form you receive quickly, before the stated deadline. Remember to check your spam folder.

No, as a general rule, a ticket won via a satellite is not refundable if you are unable to attend the festival. Please check your availability carefully before attempting a qualification. In case of a particular problem, please enquire with the online gaming site.

This is sometimes possible if you let us know before the start of the tournament, but part of the amount may be withheld to cover any administrative fees. The refund is immediate if payment was made in cash, and within a few days via bank card.

In general, no: on site registrations must be settled in dirhams, by bank card or via the casino card. Some operators allow you to convert loyalty points into a buy-in for the Main Event via their VIP shop.

The Irish Open Main Event (12,500 MAD, four starting flights), the NLH High Roller (24,000 MAD), the NLH Super High Roller (32,500 MAD), the Mini Irish Open (3,800 MAD), the 12,500 MAD PLO and The Marrakech Cup (6,000 MAD).

The full structures are generally available on the festival's official website www.marrakechpoker.com.

The rules of the TDA (Tournament Directors Association), or rules largely inspired by them, are applied by the officials, the standard across the vast majority of live festivals.

Yes, most festivals of this type offer a wide range of side events (Monster Stack, turbo, ladies event, etc.) at buy-ins more accessible than the Main Event.

A wide range is generally available: daily tables starting at 25/50 MAD in No-Limit Hold'em and PLO, up to higher stakes tables (sometimes 500/1000 MAD).

Yes: continuous written coverage in French and English as well as a live stream of the final table (cards visible, commentated by experts) are offered on the operator's platforms. Check the official channels announced for the 2026 edition (Youtube, Twitch, FB live).

Yes. Founded in 1952, it is historically the first casino in Africa. Besides the poker tournament rooms, there are slot machines, traditional games tables (roulette, black jack, etc.) and cash game rooms.

Opening hours are generally extended during the festival, with openings from midday and operation that can run up to 24h/24 on high attendance days. Check the precise schedule published for the 2026 edition.

Normally yes, without interruption for the whole festival, with opening hours that can vary from one day to the next depending on the scheduled tournaments.

Yes, your casino membership card gives you access to the whole gaming offer at the Casino de Marrakech, not just poker.

Yes, a dedicated space or privileged services are generally offered to high stakes players and the most engaged players (priority access, dedicated lounge). Please enquire at reception according to your level of participation.

Yes, a wifi connection is generally available in the Resort's spaces, including at the casino. Ask for the password at reception if necessary.

It depends on the room: some areas are smoking, others non-smoking, particularly in the main tournament room.

Yes, the staff of the Casino de Marrakech and the Resort are used to an international clientele and speak fluent French and English, in addition to Arabic.

The casino is located within the Es Saadi Marrakech Resort, an 8 hectare, 5 star complex comprising the Hôtel Es Saadi, the Palace Es Saadi, Ksars and villas. Rooms at the Resort are in high demand during the festival and are often booked as a priority via packages won on online satellites. Numerous alternative hotels exist in the immediate vicinity (Hivernage).

The simplest solution is to win a package (accommodation included) via an online satellite organised by the operator before the festival. Otherwise, you should book as early as possible directly with the Resort, subject to availability. Numerous packages with favourable rates are offered for each festival.

The Resort has several restaurants with varied atmospheres: Mediterranean cuisine at « Autour de la Piscine », Moroccan gastronomic restaurant La Cour des Lions, Italian restaurant Othello, healthy restaurant Lagon & Jardin, as well as an emblematic restaurant within the casino (Epicurien). A Moroccan dinner show is also offered on certain evenings.

Yes, the Resort has several swimming pools, including one of the largest in Marrakech (approximately 2 400 m² on the Palace side), set within an 8 hectare park. An access card (hotel guest or specific pass) may be required depending on your status.

Yes, the Spa du Palace covers approximately 3 000 m² around a hundred-year-old eucalyptus tree, with hammam, beauty institute and signature treatments. The Hotel Es Saadi also has its own Oriental Spa.

Yes, a gym is available within the Resort for hotel guests. Please check the opening hours and access arrangements at reception.

This is the Theatro, an iconic nightclub in Marrakech located within the Resort, renowned for its shows and festive evenings that extend the festival atmosphere after the poker tables.

No: located in the quiet Hivernage district, the Resort is around 10 to 15 minutes on foot from Jemaa el-Fna square and the medina.

Yes, the Resort generally offers activities and spaces dedicated to children as well as family suites and connecting rooms. Please remember that access to the casino remains strictly forbidden to minors.

Yes, private parking is generally available on site for guests of the Resort and the casino, particularly for those arriving by hire car.

The programme is generally designed so that the day's tournaments finish at a reasonable time, allowing you to join the evenings afterwards. This can, however, vary depending on turnout during the Day 2/Day 3 of the major tournaments.

Marrakech offers many possibilities: a visit to the medina and the souks, the Majorelle Gardens, the Bahia Palace, excursions to the Atlas Mountains or the Agafay desert, a traditional hammam, local gastronomy (tajine, couscous, pastries).

It depends on the edition: some festivals offer a programme of activities for accompanying guests. Please check with the Resort concierge or the organiser.

Yes, the medina and its souks, renowned for Moroccan craftsmanship (carpets, leather goods, spices, lamps), are accessible on foot or by taxi from the Resort within a few minutes.

You must have previously carried out an official exchange (casino bank, bank transfer in your own name, or card payment at the cash desks) and keep proof of it. At the end of your stay, present your passport and proof of exchange at the casino cash desk. It is better to exchange everything in one go at the end of your stay rather than little by little.

If you leave as a winner, ask for a certificate of winnings at the casino cash desk. It allows you to exchange back an amount greater than the one initially exchanged, and serves as proof at the airport if you leave the country with more money than you arrived with. Check the cash desk's opening hours at the end of the festival so as not to miss obtaining it.

Yes. The casino generally requires a copy of your passport, proof of payment of the buy-in, a signed handwritten letter requesting the transfer, a signed and stamped winnings certificate, as well as your RIB/IBAN, BIC/SWIFT code and your bank details.

The processing time is generally around 2 to 3 weeks after all the required documents have been submitted.

No, the transfer can only be made in favour of the winning player himself, whose name must exactly match the one on the passport and on the winnings certificate.

Generally speaking, Marrakech is a very popular tourist destination and is considered safe, provided you take the usual travel precautions (keeping an eye on your personal belongings, being careful in the very busy areas of the medina).

Hotel and casino staff will be able to direct you to a nearby clinic or emergency service. Keep the contact details of your travel insurance and your embassy/consulate with you.

Yes, a safe is generally available in the Resort's rooms. It is recommended to keep your passport and cash in it rather than carrying them on you at all times, particularly at night.

It is advisable not to keep large amounts of cash on the table, to favour the preloaded casino card for your registrations, and to remain vigilant with regard to your chips and personal belongings in the gaming rooms, as in any casino.

Yes, like any establishment of this type, the Casino de Marrakech and the Es Saadi Resort have a security and video surveillance system in the gaming and circulation areas.