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From April 15 to 19, 2026, VIAGE came alive with the sound of chips shuffling and cards hitting the felt during The Gathering - VIAGE Poker Festival. Organised in partnership with Benelux Online Super Series (BOSS), the event brought together enthusiasts, regulars and competitive players for five thrilling days of live poker action in the heart of Brussels.
Over the course of the festival, players enjoyed a packed and diverse tournament schedule designed to suit every style of play: Main Event, Satellites, Bounty, Deepstack, Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) and Progressive Bounty. The format clearly struck a chord, with a total of 779 entries recorded across all events. More than €127,000 in prize pools was paid out throughout the festival, once again highlighting the growing appeal of live poker in Brussels.
The Main Event
The centrepiece of the festival was, without question, the Main Event. Spread across three days of competition, this €250 buy-in tournament attracted 357 entries and generated a prize pool of nearly €77,000. After hours of calculated strategy, bold moves and decisive hands, the eventual champion walked away with €14,000 in winnings, while 53 players secured a share of the prize money. Another clear sign that this accessible yet competitive format continues to resonate strongly with the poker community.
Satellites created new opportunities
Another major highlight of the festival was the Satellite tournaments, giving players the chance to qualify for flagship events at a lower cost. In total, 12 tickets were awarded throughout the festival, opening the door for new contenders to join the competition.
Live poker’s bright future at VIAGE
With this edition of The Gathering – VIAGE Poker Festival, VIAGE once again confirmed its ambition to deliver a premium, accessible and dynamic poker experience in the heart of Brussels. The successful collaboration between VIAGE and BOSS helped bring together a growing community united by a shared passion for the game, strategic play and the adrenaline of live poker.
And judging by the success of this edition, one thing is certain: players are already looking forward to the next one.
