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Italian Series of Poker™
The Italian Series of Poker™ returns to the stunning shores of Lake Lugano this December for the second stage of the 2026-27 season. Winter poker is here, and with it comes your chance to move up the Player of the Year Leader Board and edge closer to that coveted Las Vegas package.
Get ready for a series of tournaments across six days of non-stop poker, where some of the region’s best players will battle it out. ISOP™ really does offer some of the most competitive action around, which means the atmosphere at the tables will be fierce.
For those who want to take the edge off between building their bankroll, don’t miss out on exploring the stunning Alpine scenery, from magnificent mountain views across Monte Brè and Monte San Salvatore to relaxing on Lake Lugano's picturesque shores.
High-stakes action awaits at Casino di Campione. Will we see you there?
Festival Dates: December 9-14, 2026
Venue: Casino di Campione
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You can book your seat at the Italian Series of Poker™ by checking out this page.
SVITEN Championship: December 10 - €200
ISOP™ Main Event Day 1A Special Price: December 10 - €400
All Stars Championship: December 10-11 - €700
Omaha Main Championship: December 11 - €300
ISOP™ Main Event: December 11-14 - €500
The license holder and operator of this event is the Casino di Campione.
Address: Piazzale Milano, 2, 22061 Campione d’Italia CO, Italy
Telephone number: +41 916401111
Dress Code: Smart casual. No sports clothing and footwear (e.g. tracksuits, shorts, shirts, trainers, etc).
Minimum Age: 18+
NB: Must bring a valid government-issued passport or valid European Union Citizen ID card to participate.
By Air:
The closest airport is Lugano Airport (LUG), approximately 10km from Campione. From Lugano Airport, you can take a taxi or arrange for a private transfer, which takes about 20–30 minutes.
Other airports include:
- Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): Around 80km away (1.5-hour drive).
- Milan Linate Airport (LIN): About 90km away (2-hour drive).
- Zurich Airport (ZRH): Roughly 3 hours away by car or train.
All these airports offer frequent international flights and convenient transportation options.
By Train:
Lugano station is well-connected to a lot of major Swiss and Italian cities. From Milan, the train to Lugano takes approximately 1 hour. From Zurich, the train journey takes about 3 hours.
By Car:
Campione is only a short 10-minute drive from Lugano. From Milan, the journey takes about 1.5-2 hours. Casino di Campione offers convenient parking facilities for guests.
Please remember that Campione d’Italia is an enclave within Switzerland, meaning you’ll need the proper identification and necessary visas to cross the border. Also, while the official currency is Euros, Swiss Francs are often accepted.
You can buy-in onsite at the venue using the following options.
- CASH – EUROS
- DEBIT/CREDIT CARD
- WIRE TRANSFER*
*Players who wire funds will need to collect them at the casino cage and then proceed to the cash registration desks.
Please Note: we cannot accept part payment of one payment type with another. Buy-in options are subject to change per event and regional and account restrictions may apply.
Cash games are available every day from 14:00 CET to 03:30 CET. They are:
- Hold’em
- PLO 4/5/6/Double Board
- Bomb Pot
- Mixed Games
Contact live@pokerstarslive.com for further information.