The 888poker LIVE tour is making its inaugural stop in Glasgow, Scotland, from March 13-23, 2025. This festival promises an exciting array of poker events, culminating in a £250,000 guaranteed Main Event. I’m thrilled to share that I’ll be heading to Scotland’s largest city to cover the 888poker LIVE Glasgow festival in person. It’ll be the first time I’ve attended and covered an 888poker LIVE event in over five years, the last being in Madrid back in 2020.
This marks the first-ever stop in Glasgow for the popular poker tour, and with a packed schedule, a vibrant venue, and an incredible city to explore, there’s a lot to look forward to. Over the next few days, I’ll be publishing an additional article detailing the things that I’m looking forward to most, but for now I’ve put together this feature-length event preview for those considering attending the festival re: what you can expect at and away from the felt.
888poker LIVE Glasgow: Highlights and Schedule
The 888poker LIVE Glasgow festival runs from March 13-23, 2025, at the Grosvenor Casino Glasgow, Merchant City, featuring a mix of events catering to all types of players with a total of over £600,000 in guarantees. Whether you’re a high-stakes grinder or a casual player looking for a fun weekend tournament, you’ll find something that suits your taste. And of course, the £888 buy-in Main Event, boasting a £250,000 guarantee, is sure to be the marquee happening.
There are a total of 11 individual events on the festival schedule. Here’s a full look at what’s on tap:
| DATE | EVENT | EVENT NAME | BUY-IN | GTD | START TIME | LEVELS | CHIPS |
| Thur 13/3 | Event 1 | Crazy 8 Opening Event 1A 8max | £200+£30 | £50,000 | 12pm | 30 mins | 88K |
| Event 2 | Mystery Bounty 1A | £150+£150+£30 | £50,000 | 7pm | 30 mins | 25K | |
| 888poker LIVE Main Event Cashout Turbo Satellite | £111+£9 | 10 Seats | 9pm | 6×30/15 mins | 10K | ||
| Fri 14/3 | Event 1 | Crazy 8 Opening Event 1B 8max | £200+£30 | £50,000 | 12pm | 30 mins | 88K |
| Event 2 | Mystery Bounty 1B | £150+£150+£30 | £50,000 | 7pm | 30 mins | 25K | |
| Sat 15/3 | Event 1 | Crazy 8 Opening Event 1c 8max Turbo | £200+£30 | £50,000 | 12pm | 15 mins | 88K |
| Event 1 | Crazy 8 Opening Event Day 2 8max | £200+£30 | £50,000 | 4.30pm | 40 mins | 88K | |
| Event 2 | Prog Bounty Day 1 | £150+£150+£30 | £25,000 | 5pm | 30 mins | 25K | |
| 888poker LIVE Main Event Cashout Satellite | £111+£9 | 20 Seats | 9pm | 6×30/20 mins | 10K | ||
| Sun 16/3 | Event 2 | Prog Bounty Day 2 | £150+£150+£30 | £25,000 | 12.30pm | 40 mins | 25K |
| Event 2 | Mystery Bounty 1C Turbo | £150+£150+£30 | £50,000 | 1pm | 15 mins | 25K | |
| Mystery Bounty Day 2 | £150+£150+£30 | £50,000 | 5pm | 15 mins | 25K | ||
| Event 3 | Mini 888 Day 1A | £220+£30 | £100,000 | 5pm | 40 mins | 20K | |
| 888poker LIVE Main Event Cashout Turbo Satellite | £111+£9 | 10 Seats | 9pm | 6×30/15 mins | 10K | ||
| Mon 17/3 | Event 3 | Mini 888 Day 1B | £220+£30 | £100,000 | 3pm | 40 mins | 20K |
| Event 4 | PLO 4 Card with BB Ante | £220+£30 | 6pm | 6×30/20 mins | 25K | ||
| 888poker LIVE Main Event Cashout Turbo Satellite | £111+£9 | 10 Seats | 9pm | 6×30/15 mins | 10K | ||
| Tue 18/3 | Event 3 | Mini 888 Day 1C – Turbo | £220+£30 | £100,000 | 12pm | 15 mins | 20K |
| Event 3 | Mini 888 Day 2 | £220+£30 | £100,000 | 4.30pm | 40 mins | 20K | |
| Event 5 | The Big Shot | £300+£30 | £25,000 | 5pm | 30 mins | 30K | |
| High Roller Target Turbo Cashout Satellite | £150+£15 | 9pm | 6×20/15 mins | 10K | |||
| Wed 19/3 | Event 6 | 888poker LIVE Main Event Day 1A | £800+£88 | £250,000 | 12pm | 40 mins | 30K |
| High Roller Target Turbo Cashout Satellite | £165+£15 | 12pm | 6×20/15 mins | 10K | |||
| Event 7 | High Roller Day 1 – FREE TO ENTER 1 SEAT GTD LPS* | £1,500+£150 | £100,000 | 3pm | 40 mins | 100K | |
| Event 8 | The Rumble Turbo | £180+£20 | £15,000 | 6pm | 20 mins | 50K | |
| 888poker LIVE Main Event Cashout Turbo Satellite | £111+£9 | 10 Seats | 8pm | 6×30/20 mins | 10K | ||
| Thur 20/3 | Event 7 | High Roller Day 2 | £1350+£150 | 12pm | 40 mins | 100K | |
| Event 6 | 888poker LIVE Main Event Day 1B | £800+£88 | £250,000 | 1pm | 40 mins | 30K | |
| 888poker LIVE Main Event Cashout Turbo Satellite | £111+£9 | 20 Seats | 6pm | 6×30/20 mins | 10K | ||
| Event 6 | 888poker LIVE Main Event Day 1C – Turbo | £800+£88 | £250,000 | 9pm | 20 mins | 30K | |
| Fri 21/3 | Event 6 | 888poker LIVE Main Event Day 1D | £800+£88 | £250,000 | 12pm | 40 mins | 30K |
| Event 6 | 888poker LIVE Main Event Day 1E – Turbo | £800+£88 | £250,000 | 8pm | 20 mins | 30K | |
| 888poker LIVE Main Event Cashout Turbo Satellite | £111+£9 | 9pm | 6×30/20 mins | 10K | |||
| Sat 22/3 | Event 6 | 888poker LIVE Main Event Day 1F – Turbo | £800+£88 | £250,000 | 11am | 20 mins | 30K |
| Event 6 | 888poker LIVE Main Event Day 2 | £800+£88 | £250,000 | 5pm | 40 mins | 30K | |
| Event 8 | The Dragon Day 1 | £300+£30 | £30,000 | 5pm | 30 mins | 30K | |
| Event 9 | PLO 4 Card Bounty | £100+£100+£20 | 7pm | 20 mins | 25K | ||
| Sun 23/3 | Event 6 | 888poker LIVE Main Event Day 3 | £800+£88 | £250,000 | 1pm | 60 mins | 30K |
| Event 8 | The Dragon Day 2 | £300+£30 | £30,000 | 1.30pm | 40 mins | 30K | |
| Event 10 | Beat the Ambassadors (Added Bounties) | £220+£30 | 5pm | 20 mins | 30K | ||
| Event 11 | 888poker LIVE Closer | £180+£20 | 7pm | 4×30/25 mins | 20K |
With four starting flights for the Main Event (including a turbo flight), there’s plenty of flexibility for players to take their shot at a deep run. The “Beat the Ambassadors” Bounty event should be another exciting highlight, bringing an extra layer of suspense and fun to the mix. Among other team pros, 888poker ambassador Ian Simpson is slated to be in attendance. Will you be the one to capture the bounty of the 2025 888poker LIVE Madrid Main Event champion?
READ MORE: Interview with Ian Simpson
Venue: Grosvenor Casino Glasgow, Merchant City
The action will take place at the Grosvenor Casino in Merchant City, a fantastic location right in the heart of Glasgow. From what I’ve read online and what I can see in the sizzle reel video below, this Grosvenor Casino seems to tick all the boxes, offering not just a well-run poker room but also a full-service bar, restaurant, and comfortable surroundings to unwind between sessions. Given its central Glasgow location, it’s also within easy reach of plenty of top-notch eateries and nightlife spots in the city.
Exploring Glasgow Beyond the Felt
One of my favorite aspects of poker travel is the opportunity to explore new cities, and Glasgow is definitely a place worth experiencing beyond the felt. Something I always enjoy when visiting new places is taking a free walking tour of the city. Beyond that, you should be sure to check out some of these highlights:
- Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum – A must-visit for anyone interested in history and art, featuring incredible exhibits spanning multiple eras.
- The Riverside Museum – If you love transportation history and interactive exhibits, this is a great stop.
- Buchanan Street – The perfect place for shopping and grabbing a bite at one of Glasgow’s many fantastic restaurants.
- Glasgow Green – A great place to get some fresh air, take a stroll, and unwind.
If you’ve got some more time to explore beyond the city limits, Loch Lamond (pictured below) and the Scottish Highlands come highly recommended and the capital city of Edinburgh is just an hour’s bus ride away.
Will I See You in Glasgow?
888poker LIVE Glasgow is shaping up to be a can’t-miss event. I’ll be there covering all the action, sharing updates, and hopefully getting in on the games myself a bit, both in the cash game and tournament streets! If you’re attending and see me on premises or out and about in the city, be sure to say hello. I always love meeting fellow poker fans and Cardplayer Lifestyle readers in person, and I’ll be happy to give you a free patch!
For more details and updates, check out the official 888poker LIVE Glasgow hub page. See you in Glasgow!
