GGPoker PLO Series November 2026: $20M Schedule, 6 Major Events & Leaderboard

The GGPoker PLO Series November 2026 brings $20 million in advertised tournament guarantees to Pot-Limit Omaha players, with more than 450 events scheduled between November 1 and November 17.

The festival features four-card and five-card Omaha, traditional bounty tournaments, Mystery Bounties, the new Ocean KO format, and three $10,000 GGMillion$ PLO championships.

Six headline events carry advertised prize pools of $1 million each, including a $25 Ocean KO tournament and a $215 Mystery Bounty Main Event with a potential $100,000 top bounty.

GGPoker is also adding a separate $200,000 PLO Series leaderboard, rewarding the top 1,500 eligible players with Tournament Dollars and tournament tickets.

However, the headline figures need some explanation.

The $20 million represents the series-wide advertised guarantees, not a single tournament prize. The $1 million attached to the Ocean KO event comes with special conditions because its random bounty payouts can affect the final amount distributed.

Furthermore, the top leaderboard award is not $20,000 in withdrawable cash. It combines T$10,000 in Tournament Dollars with a $10,000 tournament ticket.

This guide covers the November PLO Series schedule, all six headline events, leaderboard scoring, satellite rules, ticket expiry, Ocean KO mechanics, and the most important questions players should answer before registering.

GGPoker PLO Series November 2026: Dates, Guarantees and Key Facts

The November edition of the PLO Series begins Sunday, November 1, and ends November 17, 2026.

According to GGPoker’s official November PLO Series FAQ, the festival carries $20 million in advertised guarantees and another $200,000 in leaderboard prizes.

Some Day 1 flights and satellite tournaments are available before the official start date.

That means players do not necessarily need to wait until November 1 to begin attempting qualification for the festival’s multi-stage events.

GGPoker PLO Series at a Glance

Some individual Ocean KO tournaments have been advertised below the main $15 starting range. Players should therefore check the actual event lobby rather than assume one minimum buy-in applies to every special event.

Likewise, entry availability varies by jurisdiction and account eligibility.

GGPoker PLO Series 2026 Schedule: Six $1 Million Events

The biggest attractions of the November festival are six tournaments advertised with seven-figure prize pools.

Three are $10,000 GGMillion$ PLO high rollers, scheduled on successive Sundays.

The other three are multi-stage events at buy-ins of $25, $215 and $1,050.

Complete $1 Million Headline Event Schedule

*The Ocean KO event is promoted with a $1 million figure, but GGPoker’s Ocean KO rules explain that random bounty multipliers can cause actual payouts to vary. Its advertised figure should not be treated as an unconditional fixed payout across every bounty component.

All times are in UTC.

The dates listed for the three multi-stage tournaments refer to their final stages, not necessarily the only time players can register or participate.

这 PokerNews October 30 preview confirms the six major events and their published schedules.

The $215 PLO Mystery Bounty Main Event: $1 Million Guaranteed

The festival’s designated Main Event is a $215 Pot-Limit Omaha Mystery Bounty tournament.

Its final stage is scheduled for November 9 at 18:30 UTC.

The advertised prize pool is $1 million, with a top mystery bounty of $100,000.

However, the maximum bounty should not be confused with the amount awarded to every player who eliminates an opponent.

Mystery Bounty tournaments contain hidden knockout prizes of different values.

Once the event reaches the stage where mystery prizes become available, qualifying eliminations can trigger a random bounty draw.

How Does the $100,000 Mystery Bounty Work?

Imagine two players eliminate one opponent each during the eligible bounty phase.

Although both players have recorded a knockout, they may receive very different rewards because the prizes are drawn from a hidden distribution.

One could receive a smaller bounty while another could reveal a much larger prize.

However, the existence of a $100,000 top bounty does not reveal the probability of winning it.

Without the complete prize distribution, players cannot calculate an exact expected bounty return simply from the headline amount.

我们的 神秘赏金扑克指南 explains the format and the strategic differences from ordinary tournaments.

Is the Main Event a Single-Day Tournament?

No. The published schedule describes a multi-stage event.

Players can participate in eligible qualifying flights before the November 9 final stage.

However, qualifying for Day 2 and ultimately winning the event are separate achievements.

The exact starting-stack, advancement and re-entry conditions should be checked in the tournament lobby.

The $25 PLO Ocean KO: A $1 Million Headline Event

One of the most accessible major events is the $25 PLO Ocean KO.

Its final stage is scheduled for November 2 at 18:30 UTC.

Day 1 flights are offered ahead of that final stage, giving eligible players several opportunities to attempt qualification.

However, advancing is not automatic, and the initial $25 entry does not guarantee a prize.

What Is Ocean KO on GGPoker?

Ocean KO is a newer knockout tournament format combining progressive bounties with randomized reward multipliers.

In a traditional Progressive Knockout event, eliminating a player awards a portion of the opponent’s bounty, while the remaining portion increases the eliminator’s own bounty.

Ocean KO adds a random multiplier to the bounty reward.

According to GGPoker’s official Ocean KO explanation, the format uses 14 evolution levels and offers the possibility of a multiplier reaching 400 times the relevant bounty prize under its published conditions.

However, that maximum multiplier is not available with identical probability or conditions at every level.

Why Can Ocean KO Payouts Vary?

GGPoker explains that random bounty multipliers can cause the total bounty prizes paid in an individual tournament to differ from the bounty pool initially collected.

Across many events, the multiplier distribution is intended to produce results close to the aggregate bounty value.

However, individual events can vary.

For that reason, the $1 million Ocean KO promotional figure needs to be understood alongside the special payout rules.

Players should not interpret it as a guarantee that every randomly generated bounty outcome will match an originally advertised allocation exactly.

我们的 GGPoker Ocean KO Explained provides a dedicated breakdown of the multiplier system and evolution tiers.

Ocean KO vs Mystery Bounty: Which Format Is Different?

The PLO Series includes both formats, but they have different reward mechanics.

Neither format is automatically more profitable for every player.

Winning bounties depends on eligibility, the actual hands played and the prize system.

Furthermore, Pot-Limit Omaha introduces substantial tournament variance regardless of the knockout format.

Three $10,000 GGMillion$ PLO High Rollers

At the opposite end of the buy-in range, GGPoker has scheduled three GGMillion$ Pot-Limit Omaha championships.

Each costs $10,000 and carries a $1 million guaranteed prize pool.

The events are scheduled for:

• Sunday, November 1, at 19:00 UTC.
• Sunday, November 8, at 19:00 UTC.
• Sunday, November 15, at 19:00 UTC.

These events are aimed at players comfortable with substantial high-roller tournament entries.

However, the published schedule also includes satellite options that may provide entry without paying the full $10,000 directly.

Are There Satellites to the GGMillion$ PLO?

Yes. Tournament coverage describes a $525 qualifying route and additional satellite steps with smaller listed buy-ins.

However, the exact number of seats awarded, registration schedule and qualification requirements depend on the individual satellite.

A satellite ticket is not equivalent to a guaranteed tournament cash prize.

我们的 poker satellites guide explains how smaller tournaments can award seats to expensive championship events.

The $1,050 PLO Bounty High Roller: November 16

The third major multi-stage championship is the $1,050 PLO Bounty High Roller.

Its final stage takes place November 16 at 18:30 UTC, with $1 million guaranteed under the published event terms.

Unlike the $215 Mystery Bounty Main Event, this tournament uses a bounty high-roller structure.

However, players should review the exact knockout rules in the event lobby before assuming its rewards are identical to another bounty event.

That distinction matters because standard bounties, Progressive Knockouts, Mystery Bounties and Ocean KO tournaments can all calculate rewards differently.

GGPoker PLO Series: More Than Just High Rollers

Although the six headline events attract the most attention, the festival offers hundreds of additional tournaments.

The broader schedule includes traditional Pot-Limit Omaha, PLO-5, bounty events, turbo formats, Mystery Bounties, Ocean KO and tournaments with different blind structures.

Players interested in more modest entry fees can focus on smaller events rather than the $1,050 or $10,000 championships.

Selected PLO Series Buy-In Levels

These are selected examples rather than an exhaustive listing of all 450-plus tournaments.

Some additional daily or special events may use different buy-ins.

Does the Series Include Five-Card Omaha?

Yes. The published schedule includes PLO-5 tournaments alongside traditional four-card Omaha.

In standard PLO, players receive four hole cards.

In PLO-5, they receive five.

However, both formats generally require players to use exactly two hole cards and three community cards when forming a five-card poker hand.

The additional card changes starting-hand combinations, draw possibilities and equity distributions.

For players unfamiliar with the format, our 5-Card PLO Strategy Guide explains the fundamentals.

The $54 Weekender PLO Bounty: $125,000 Guaranteed

GGPoker is also running a special edition of The Weekender PLO Bounty during the festival.

According to the official November Series FAQ, the event is scheduled each Sunday with a $54 buy-in and $125,000 advertised guarantee.

This provides another recurring option for players who prefer smaller buy-ins than the main high-roller championships.

However, The Weekender may involve qualifying flights or a final-stage structure depending on its particular listing.

Players should examine the available lobby information before registering.

GGPoker PLO Series Leaderboard: $200,000 in Extra Prizes

Beyond tournament payouts, GGPoker has allocated another $200,000 to the PLO Series leaderboard.

The top 1,500 eligible players receive a prize.

However, these awards are not distributed as ordinary withdrawable cash.

They consist primarily of Tournament Dollars (T$) and eligible tournament tickets.

How Much Can You Win on the PLO Leaderboard?

These are examples from the published prize schedule, not the complete 1,500-position payout table.

Importantly, the advertised top prize is described as $20,000 in combined tournament-related value.

It is not a promise of a $20,000 cash withdrawal.

How Are GGPoker PLO Leaderboard Points Calculated?

The official November FAQ describes a scoring system based on tournament prize-pool size and finishing position relative to the total field.

GGPoker publishes the following formula:

Leaderboard Points = Log(Prize Pool) / √(Relative Rank)

Where:

Relative Rank = Finish Position / Number of Entrants

That means both the tournament’s size and your result relative to the field influence your score.

Example: Why Finishing Position Matters

Consider two hypothetical tournaments:

In this illustration, the player finishing 20th has a stronger relative rank because that finish represents the top 4% of the field rather than the top 10%.

However, actual leaderboard points also depend on the event’s prize pool.

Therefore, relative rank alone does not determine which result receives more points.

The published FAQ does not specify every technical implementation detail of the logarithm, so this example illustrates the relative-rank component rather than calculating an unofficial final points total.

Do You Need to Win a Tournament to Earn Points?

No. The scoring system rewards eligible tournament finishes, not only outright victories.

However, finishing higher generally improves the relevant relative-rank component.

Players should verify which events count toward the leaderboard and whether their account is eligible.

Some jurisdictions may restrict leaderboard participation or require an opt-in.

When Are PLO Series Leaderboard Prizes Paid?

GGPoker states that eligible players will receive leaderboard rewards within 72 hours after the series concludes.

With the festival ending November 17, that describes the operator’s expected post-series processing period, rather than an immediate payment after every tournament.

Actual crediting remains subject to the promotion’s conditions.

For example, a player may finish in a qualifying leaderboard position but still need to satisfy account verification or regional eligibility requirements.

What Are T$ on GGPoker? Can You Withdraw Leaderboard Prizes?

T$ means Tournament Dollars.

They are an internal tournament currency used within GGPoker’s supported entry system.

They are not the same as unrestricted cash.

For example, a prize of T$500 does not automatically mean you can request a $500 bank withdrawal.

GGPoker’s promotional terms describe Tournament Dollars and tournament tickets as promotional benefits that cannot be withdrawn or transferred except through explicitly permitted platform functionality.

T$ vs Cash vs Tournament Tickets

This is why readers should distinguish the monetary value of a promotion from immediately withdrawable money.

A $10,000 tournament ticket can represent valuable entry to a particular event without being equivalent to $10,000 in cash.

GGPoker PLO Satellite Rules: What Happens if You Win a Seat?

GGPoker’s official PLO Series FAQ contains important conditions for satellite winners.

Seats awarded through satellites are classified as must-play.

That means the winning player is expected to use the seat in the designated tournament.

GGPoker does not normally permit players to unregister or transfer these seats after qualification.

Can You Exchange a Satellite Seat for T$?

Not simply because you would prefer Tournament Dollars.

However, there is a specific exception.

If you win a seat to a tournament for which you are already registered, or you have exhausted the permitted entries, GGPoker states that the seat value can be credited in T$ after deducting the relevant tournament fee.

That is different from an unrestricted right to exchange every satellite ticket for cash.

What Happens When a Ticket Expires?

The operator distinguishes between redeemable and irredeemable tickets.

Players can review ticket expiry information in the GGPoker app under My Page → My Wallet.

However, do not assume that every ticket labeled with a monetary amount is redeemable.

Its specific terms determine the outcome.

How to Find GGPoker PLO Series Tournaments

Eligible players can find the festival through the official GGPoker tournament lobby.

Step-by-Step

1. Open the official GGPoker application and sign into your account.
2. Navigate to the tournament section.
3. Look for the PLO Series category or search for the tournament name.
4. Choose between PLO and PLO-5 events, where available.
5. Check the event’s buy-in, guarantee and starting time.
6. Review whether it is a single-day event, satellite, Day 1 flight or final stage.
7. Inspect the bounty structure and any special payout conditions.
8. Review ticket expiry, re-entry and eligibility rules before registration.

The precise lobby interface may differ across supported devices and jurisdictions.

For current rules, consult the official November 2026 PLO Series FAQ.

Does the PLO Series Include Staking?

GGPoker’s official FAQ says players may be able to sell up to 100% of their action through the integrated staking platform, where supported.

For single-day events, this option can be available under the relevant event rules.

For multi-day tournaments, staking availability is generally associated with Day 2.

However, integrated staking is not available in every jurisdiction.

Also, selling tournament action changes the financial arrangement between the participant and their backers.

A player selling 100% of their action should not assume they still retain all of the tournament’s eventual prize money.

Review the actual staking terms before creating or accepting an offer.

Is the GGPoker PLO Series Being Streamed?

GGPoker’s official November FAQ states that no GGPoker.tv broadcasts are scheduled specifically for this PLO Series.

It also notes that players reaching final tables will not have their real names displayed as part of the series’ announced presentation rules.

However, that does not establish that no independent player or content creator will discuss or broadcast permitted coverage.

Nor should it be interpreted as permission to record or share protected game content contrary to platform policies.

How to Choose a PLO Series Tournament

With hundreds of events available, choosing a suitable tournament is more useful than attempting to play every format.

Consider the game variant, total entry fee, blind structure, re-entry rules and the player’s experience with that format.

For Players New to Omaha

Start by understanding hand construction.

In standard Pot-Limit Omaha, you must use exactly two of your four hole cards and exactly three community cards.

A common beginner mistake is assuming that having an ace of the relevant suit in your hand automatically gives you a flush when four cards of that suit appear on the board.

Unlike Texas Hold’em, you cannot simply use one hole card and four board cards.

我们的 Pot-Limit Omaha Rules and Strategy Guide covers those fundamentals.

For Experienced Omaha Players

More experienced players may want to evaluate the differences among normal bounty events, Ocean KO and Mystery Bounty tournaments.

Each adds different financial incentives to individual elimination decisions.

However, no bounty mechanic removes the importance of starting-hand quality, effective stack depth and the tournament payout structure.

For Players With Limited Bankrolls

The presence of $15 and $25 events does not eliminate tournament risk.

Pot-Limit Omaha can have substantial variance, and repeated re-entries can increase the total amount committed to an event.

For example, a player entering a $25 event four times has committed $100 in entries, before considering other costs.

That does not mean four entries guarantee a better financial outcome.

我们的 扑克资金管理指南 explains why total exposure and variance matter when planning a tournament schedule.

Is the $200,000 PLO Leaderboard Separate From Other GGPoker Rewards?

Yes. The PLO Series leaderboard is a tournament-based promotion associated with the November festival.

GGPoker also operates cash-game leaderboards and other monthly reward promotions.

However, the scoring and eligibility rules for those promotions are not automatically identical.

For example, a cash-game leaderboard may reward raked hands or other qualifying cash-game activity.

The PLO Series leaderboard instead uses eligible tournament results.

Therefore, a player’s position on an Omaha cash-game leaderboard does not automatically determine their rank in the November PLO tournament series.

Frequently Asked Questions About GGPoker PLO Series November 2026

When does the GGPoker PLO Series start?

The November 2026 PLO Series begins on November 1 and runs until November 17. Some satellite tournaments and Day 1 flights are available before the official start.

How much is guaranteed in the GGPoker PLO Series?

GGPoker advertises $20 million in combined tournament guarantees, plus a separate $200,000 leaderboard allocation.

How many PLO Series tournaments are scheduled?

Industry coverage published October 30 describes more than 450 scheduled tournaments across the festival.

What is the cheapest GGPoker PLO Series buy-in?

The main advertised tournament range starts at $15, although selected special events have been listed at lower prices. Check the current lobby for exact buy-ins.

What is the PLO Series Main Event?

The designated headline Main Event is the $215 PLO Mystery Bounty, with a $1 million guarantee and final stage scheduled for November 9 at 18:30 UTC.

What is the top mystery bounty?

The advertised top bounty for the $215 PLO Mystery Bounty Main Event is $100,000. Winning that specific reward is not guaranteed.

When is the $25 PLO Ocean KO?

The $25 PLO Ocean KO final stage is scheduled for November 2 at 18:30 UTC, with earlier qualifying flights available.

Is the PLO Ocean KO prize pool guaranteed?

The event is advertised with a $1 million figure. However, GGPoker’s Ocean KO rules describe random bounty payouts that can cause the final amount distributed to vary. Players should read those conditions before treating the figure as a fixed outcome for every component.

How does Ocean KO differ from Mystery Bounty?

Ocean KO combines progressive knockout mechanics with randomized multipliers and evolving bounty levels. Mystery Bounty events award hidden prizes through qualifying knockout draws.

When are the $10,000 GGMillion$ PLO tournaments?

They are scheduled for November 1, November 8 and November 15 at 19:00 UTC. Each event advertises a $1 million guarantee.

Does GGPoker offer PLO-5 tournaments during the series?

Yes. The festival includes five-card Omaha tournaments alongside traditional four-card PLO events.

How much is the PLO Series leaderboard worth?

GGPoker has allocated $200,000 in leaderboard prizes for the top 1,500 eligible players.

How do you earn PLO Series leaderboard points?

Points are calculated from the tournament prize pool and the player’s finishing position relative to the number of entrants, according to GGPoker’s published formula.

What is the first-place leaderboard prize?

The top prize combines T$10,000 with a $10,000 GGMillion$ PLO High Roller ticket, for $20,000 in advertised tournament-related value.

Can I withdraw GGPoker Tournament Dollars?

No. Tournament Dollars are promotional tournament currency rather than an ordinary cash balance. Their permitted uses are subject to the operator’s rules.

How long do PLO leaderboard payouts take?

GGPoker states that eligible prizes will be credited within 72 hours after the series finishes, subject to the relevant account and promotional conditions.

Can I unregister from a tournament after winning a satellite?

GGPoker’s PLO Series rules classify satellite seats as must-play and generally do not allow unregistration or transfer. Specific exceptions apply when the player is already registered or has exhausted available entries.

What happens if a satellite ticket expires?

Eligible redeemable tickets may convert to T$ at expiry. Irredeemable promotional tickets, including certain giveaway tickets, expire without conversion if unused.

Are PLO Series tournaments available worldwide?

No. Availability depends on the player’s jurisdiction, legal gambling age, account eligibility and local promotional restrictions.

Can I sell tournament action through GGPoker?

The operator’s integrated staking platform may be available for eligible events and regions. Its published PLO Series rules permit action sales subject to tournament and jurisdictional restrictions.

Will GGPoker livestream the PLO Series?

According to the official November FAQ, no broadcasts are scheduled specifically for this series on GGPoker.tv.

Where can I find the latest PLO Series information?

Check GGPoker’s official tournament lobby and its November 2026 PLO Series FAQ for updated schedules, ticket conditions and promotional rules.

Final Thoughts: $20 Million in Omaha Tournaments Across 17 Days

The GGPoker PLO Series November 2026 offers a substantial schedule for players interested in Pot-Limit Omaha and its different tournament formats.

From November 1 through November 17, the festival is scheduled to feature more than 450 events and $20 million in advertised prize-pool guarantees.

Six headline tournaments carry million-dollar promotional figures, including three $10,000 GGMillion$ PLO high rollers, the $215 Mystery Bounty Main Event and the $25 Ocean KO.

However, players should distinguish advertised guarantees from individual prizes and understand the special payout mechanics of Ocean KO.

The additional $200,000 leaderboard gives eligible players another reason to compete throughout the festival, but those prizes are awarded through Tournament Dollars and tournament tickets rather than unrestricted cash.

The satellite rules also deserve attention. Seats won through qualifying events are generally must-play, and not every expired ticket can be converted to Tournament Dollars.

For players preparing to participate, the best approach is to review the individual tournament’s structure, entry costs, bounty rules and regional eligibility before registering.

The key takeaway: GGPoker’s November PLO Series brings $20 million in advertised guarantees, six major $1 million events and $200,000 in leaderboard rewards—but understanding the tournament formats and promotional conditions is essential before entering.

Editorial note: This article was prepared for October 30, 2026, using GGPoker’s November Series FAQ, official Ocean KO documentation and contemporary tournament coverage. Scheduled events, prize-pool conditions and eligibility may change. Tournament entries involve financial risk, and prizes or positive returns are not guaranteed.