The World Series of Poker Circuit debuted in 2005. It is a series of poker tournaments that annually take place at various casinos throughout the United States. All WSOPC events serve as a lead-in to the World Series of Poker.
Rather than a bracelet, winners of WSOPC events are awarded a gold ring. The Circuit was revamped for the 2010-2011 season to feature a point system for entry into a national championship tournament, and more.
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What is the World Series of Poker Circuit?
The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is a poker series that runs across the US, Canada and in parts of Europe. A tour run by the premier brand in poker, the World Series of Poker, the WSOP Circuit awards Circuit rings to tournament winners.
There are dozens of WSOP Circuit stops every year, featuring buy-ins ranging from the a few hundred to a few thousand and each culminating with a Main Event, typically a $1,700 buy-in event.
When is the World Series of Poker Circuit?
The WSOP Circuit takes place year-round, with up to four stops taking place every month.
The first stop of the year typically takes place in January, while the series wraps up every year with the Tournament of Champions, an event open to all Circuit ring and bracelet winners.
Where is the World Series of Poker Circuit Hosted?
WSOP Circuit events take place all across the US, as well as in Canada and parts of Europe. The WSOP may return to a casino more than once in a year.
Some of the most popular WSOP Circuit stops include WSOPC Cherokee in North Carolina, WSOPC Horseshoe Tunica in Mississippi, and WSOPC Harrah's Pompano Beach in Florida.
International WSOP Circuit stops include the WSOPC Pasino Partouche in France, WSOPC Playground in Canada and WSOP Circuit Holland Casino in Amsterdam.
History of the World Series of Poker Circuit
The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) debuted in 2005 at the height of the Poker Boom. The WSOP Circuit distinguished itself from the summer festival by offering rings instead of bracelets.
The WSOP Circuit underwent a revamp in 2010-11 and has since grown into one of the biggest poker tours in the country, one that draws thousands of players and features dozens of stops every year.
In 2015, the WSOP International Circuit was launched, taking the Circuit to places like the Czech Republic, France and the Netherlands.
Maurice Hawkins holds the record for most circuit rings with 21. He won his 21st ring in August 2025. Meanwhile, Ari Engel sits in second place with 19 rings, while Daniel Lowery is in third with 18 rings.
In 2026, the WSOP Circuit unveiled the schedule for its latest season, taking the Circuit around the US plus additional international legs. The schedule included stops at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, Choctaw Casino & Resort in Oklahoma, Turning Stone Resort Casino in New York, Grand Victoria Casino in Illinois and Caesars New Orleans in Louisiana.
World Series of Poker Circuit FAQs
Can you win bracelets at the WSOP Circuit?
No, Circuit rings are the prize for WSOP Circuit events.
Who is the best WSOP Circuit player?
Maurice Hawkins is the all-time WSOP Circuit winner.
Where does the WSOP Circuit take place?
The WSOP Circuit has stops all around the US, Canada and Europe.
Is the WSOP Circuit in Europe?
Yes, the WSOP Circuit has stops in Europe, including in the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, and France.
Does Phil Hellmuth have any WSOP Circuit rings?
No, all-time bracelet leader Phil Hellmuth does not have any Circuit rings.
