Pot Limit Omaha players have a new event to mark on their calendars this January.
The Thermal PLO Festival, hosted in Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad), Czech Republic, brings a €800,000 guaranteed prize pool to the region, catering to fans of this increasingly popular poker variant.
Four Key Tournaments
The festival’s schedule features a variety of PLO formats, giving players a mix of buy-ins and guarantees:
- Opener PLO4 (€50K GTD): A one-day tournament starting January 14 with a €550 buy-in, 20,000 starting chips, and 25/30-minute blind levels.
- PLO6 (€100K GTD): Beginning January 15, this two-day event offers a €1,100 buy-in, 50,000 chips, and 40-minute blinds.
- PLO5 (€100K GTD): Another two-day tournament starting January 16 with the same structure as the PLO6.
- PLO4 Main Event (€500K GTD): The highlight of the festival begins January 17 with a €1,500 buy-in, 100,000 chips, and 40-minute blinds. The final table is set for January 19.
For those looking to enter on a budget, satellite tournaments will run throughout the festival, offering a lower-cost way to compete in the larger events.
Cash Games and Venue Highlights
Players who prefer cash games will find tables running 24/7, with stakes starting at €2/€2 and higher-stakes games available.
The festival is hosted at the Hotel, Spa, and Casino Thermal, a well-known venue in Karlovy Vary. In addition to poker, the facility features a wellness center, spa services, restaurants, and a casino with slots and table games.
Discover Karlovy Vary
Located on the Czech-German border, Karlovy Vary is known for its hot springs and historic charm. Visitors can explore its colonnades, sample mineral-rich waters, and enjoy winter activities like skiing or ice skating.
Special Hotel Package for PLO Players
A 20% discount is available for players booking a 5-night stay at the Thermal Hotel. Using code PLO365, the package costs €399 (regular €499) and includes breakfast and spa access.
For further details, contact poker manager Frank at [email protected] or via WhatsApp at +420 735 124 100.
Thermal PLO Festival Full Schedule
| Date | Time | Tournament | Buy-In | GTD | Chips | Levels | Late Reg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14.1.2025 | 17:00 | Heat it up PLO4 | €550 | €50,000 | 20,000 | 30/25 Min | 9 LvL |
| 15.1.2025 | 15:00 | Half a Dozen PLO6 Day 1 | €1,100 | €100,000 | 50,000 | 40 Min | 9 LvL |
| 15.1.2025 | 21:00 | Hit n Run PLO5 Win your Buy-in @ 55,000 Chips | €235 | 10 x €1,100 | 10,000 | 20 Min | 8 LvL |
| 16.1.2025 | 13:00 | Half a Dozen PLO6 Final Day | – | €100,000 | – | 40 Min | – |
| 16.1.2025 | 15:00 | The Pentagon PLO5 Day 1 | €1,100 | €100,000 | 50,000 | 40 Min | 9 LvL |
| 16.1.2025 | 21:00 | Hit n Run PLO4 Win your Buy-in @ 50,000 Chips | €350 | 10 x €1,500 | 10,000 | 20 Min | 8 LvL |
| 17.1.2025 | 13:00 | The Pentagon PLO5 Final Day | – | €100,000 | – | 40 Min | – |
| 17.1.2025 | 16:00 | Quattro Formaggio PLO4 Main Event Day 1a | €1,500 | €500,000 | 100,000 | 40 Min | 14 LvL |
| 17.1.2025 | 20:00 | Satellite to Quattro Formaggi Day 1b | €200 | 10 Tickets | 10,000 | 20 Min | 8 LvL |
| 18.1.2025 | 12:00 | Hit n Run Win your Quattro Formaggi Seat @ 50,000 Chips | €350 | 10 Tickets | 10,000 | 20 Min | 8 LvL |
| 18.1.2025 | 16:00 | Quattro Formaggio PLO4 Main Event Day 1b | €1,500 | €500,000 | 100,000 | 40 Min | 14 LvL |
| 18.1.2025 | 20:00 | Satellite to Quattro Formaggi Final Day | €200 | 10 Tickets | 10,000 | 20 Min | 8 LvL |
| 18.1.2025 | 23:00 | Last Chance Turbo Satellite | €200 | 5 Tickets | 5,000 | 15 Min | 6 LvL |
| 19.1.2025 | 14:00 | Quattro Formaggio PLO4 Main Event Final Day | – | €500,000 | 100,000 | 40 Min | – |
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