Pokerstars Caribbean Adventure
The PokerStars Caribbean Adventure, or PCA as it was affectionately known, is to cease being after 16 years as a traditional new year showpiece. The Adventure began life in 2004 with a field.
- Pokerstars revealed earlier this week that the PCA (Pokerstars Caribbean Adventure) will not be returning in 2020. The PCA, which started on a cruise ship back in 2004, was once the crown jewel of Pokerstars' live tour schedule.
- PokerStars Caribbean Adventure The PokerStars Caribbean Adventure was an annual televised poker tournament. The event was first held in 2004 and was originally co-sponsored.
The PokerStars Caribbean Adventure (PCA) takes place from January 5-16, 2019, is one of the most exciting live tournament brands in the world. In 2019 we're taking things to a whole new level. Kick-start your PCA with the biggest $25,000 buy-in event in poker history – the PokerStars Players NL Hold'em Championship (PSPC).
The PSPC Main Event takes place from January 6-10, 2019, and is the new rake-free tournament that has a staggering $9M in contributed prizes, including $1M added to first place. This is a tournament you cannot miss. Click here for more on how you can play for free!
As well as the PSPC, the 2019 PCA schedule will be packed with unmissable tournaments - including the $10,300 Main Event (January 11-16, 2019). There's something for every player and every bankroll. So, pack your swimsuit, grab your sunglasses and get ready for a poker festival like no other!
- PSPC Main Event: January 6-10, 2019 - $25,000
- PCA National Event: January 10-11, 2019 - $1,100
- PCA Super High Roller Event (unlimited re-entry): January 10-12, 2019 - $100,000
- PCA 2019 Main Event (single re-entry): January 11-16, 2019 - $10,300
- PCA High Roller Event (single re-entry): January 14-16, 2019 - $25,000
Platinum Pass Winners’ Welcome Reception
- January 5 from 20:00-23:00 at Player Lounge (Poseidon’s Table in Conference Centre)
- Cocktail reception, food and entertainment for the Platinum Pass winner plus one guest
PokerStars PCA Player Party
- January 10 from 19:30–22:30 at Royal Deck
- The hotly anticipated PokerStars Player Party returns this year with free food, drinks and entertainment
- Players and their guests will be able to go to Aura using the Party bracelet without paying any cover
Daily Giveaways During PSPC
From January 5–10 all players will have the opportunity to win prizes just by showing up to play!
Food Tickets & Concession Stand Discount
Players will receive $6 in food tickets for every tournament buy-in which can be used in the Concession Stand for food and beverage purchases. We know travelling can be costly so our sponsor, PokerStars, will also subsidize the Concession Stand to offer all players lower rates and more variety.
Opening Hours
Information Desk Hours
January 5: 16:00–22:00
January 6–15: 10:00–22:00
January 16: 10:00–22:00
Poker Room
January 5: 16:00–04:00
January 6-16: 11:00-04:00
Cash Games
January 5: 18:00–04:00
January 6-15: 12:00–04:00
January 16: 12:00-21:00
Player Lounge
January 6–16: 12:00-00:00
January 16: 12:00–21:00
Cash Cage in Tournament Room
January 5: 16:00–4:00
January 6-16: 11:00–04:00
Registrations Desk
January 5: 16:00-22:00
January 6: 10:00-22:00
January 7: 10:00-22:30
January 8: 11:00–22:00
January 9: 11:00-22:00
January 10: 10:00-22:00
January 11: 10:00-00:15
January 12: 10:00-00:15
January 13: 10:00–22:30
January 14: 11:00–22:30
January 15: 11:00–23:30
January 16: 11:00–17:15
The license holder and operator of this event is Atlantis Resort & Casino.
Pokerstars Caribbean Adventure Buy In
Atlantis Resort & Casino
Paradise Beach Dr
Paradise Island, Bahamas
Pokerstars Caribbean Adventure 2018
- Dress code: Smart casual (sportswear is allowed)
- Minimum age: 18 years+
- NB: Must bring a valid government issued passport or ID to participate