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PokerStars Embraces the Power of Women in Poker with Women’s Winter Festival

PokerStars Embraces the Power of Women in Poker with Women’s Winter Festival

For years, PokerStars has been a driving force behind the inclusion of women in poker through its online poker platform, regularly hosting women-only tournaments to encourage female participation in the game.

These events have given women an opportunity to hone their skills, build confidence, and connect with fellow female players in a supportive environment.

Women’s Winter Festival

Now, PokerStars is taking another bold step by bringing these women-exclusive tournaments to the live stage, with the upcoming Women’s Winter Festival in London this November 21st to November 24th.

The move isn’t new for PokerStars, as women’s events have long been a regular thing in both their online client and live events. These tournaments have played a crucial role in introducing women to the competitive world of poker, offering a space where they can thrive without the intimidation of male-dominated fields. For many, this has been the perfect gateway to building the courage and skill necessary to take on larger, mixed-gender events.

Women in Poker: PokerStars Women's Winter Festival

Women-focused tournaments have been instrumental in shaping the poker journeys of many female players, providing a platform for rising stars to shine. The significance of these events cannot be understated, as they serve as a bridge for women looking to transition from the online felt to the live arena.

The return of women-only live events like the Women’s Winter Festival signals a massive moment in history, as it’s incredibly important to keep making steps in creating awareness that poker isn’t just about men clicking random buttons.

The poker community boasts a host of incredible female ambassadors, whose passion and success have inspired countless women to join the game. Poker personalities like Ivonne Montealegre, Maria Ho, Ylva Thorsrud, Ana Marquez, and Monika Zukowicz have been at the forefront of advocating for more female participation in poker. These personalities have become synonymous with the growth of women in poker, using their platforms to highlight the game’s inclusivity and potential for success.

Not all are players, but also event organisers, commentators, ambassadors for online poker operators, and much more!

It’s important to start realizing for all women in the world who contribute to bring awareness for the subject ‘women in poker’, that events such as the Women’s Winter Festival, are a true crown on their own work throughout all these years.

What makes events like the Women’s Winter Festival so special is not just the exclusivity but the community it will bring together. For many women, the idea of playing poker in a casino can be a difficult step to take, especially in an environment where the fields are often male-dominated. Women-only events create a welcoming and competitive space for new and experienced players alike, allowing them to enjoy the great aspects of live poker with like-minded individuals/players.

The festival will kick off with the highly anticipated £1,100 High Roller event on November 21 at London’s iconic Hippodrome, a historic venue that will host the three-day celebration of women in poker. Featuring events like the £400 Women’s Winter Festival Main Event and the 50/50 NLH Freezeout, this festival promises a packed schedule designed to show the best female talent in poker today.

Women’s Winter Festival Schedule

DateBuy-inTimeEvent
Thu, Nov 21, 2024£1,10012:00Women’s Winter Festival High Roller
Thu, Nov 21, 2024£40013:00Women’s Winter Festival Main Event Day 1a
Thu, Nov 21, 2024£4019:00Qualifier to Main Event
Fri, Nov 22, 2024£40012:00Women’s Winter Festival Main Event Day 1b
Fri, Nov 22, 2024£40018:00Women’s Winter Festival Main Event Day 1c
Sat, Nov 23, 202412:00Women’s Winter Festival Main Event Day 2
Sat, Nov 23, 2024£22016:00NLH 50/50 Freezeout (Capped at 81 pairs)
Sun, Nov 24, 202412:00Women’s Winter Festival Main Event Final Day
Sun, Nov 24, 2024£22013:00NLH – Single Re-Entry
Sun, Nov 24, 202418:00Women’s Closer Freeroll – EPT Prague Women’s Event Package added

PokerStars’ commitment to keep encouraging women’s participation in live poker is clear, with more exclusive opportunities on the horizon. The Women’s Winter Festival is not just another tournament series; it’s a crown on the achievements of the incredible women who have worked tirelessly to grow the game and make it more accessible to everyone.

For women who dream of competing in the biggest poker events, this is the moment of truth and take the shot to show that it can be very competitive!

Women in Poker Georgina 'GJ Reggie' James

As the poker world continues to evolve, it’s women like Maria Ho, Kristen Foxen, Kathy Liebert, Liv Boeree, Annette Obrestad, Georgina James, and Ana Marquez who remind us that there’s no limit to what can be achieved at the felt. Their dedication, passion, and ambassadorship for poker have paved the way for future generations of women to succeed in the game.

The Women’s Winter Festival is not just a celebration of women in poker—it’s a sign of celebration of the sport itself and the endless potential it holds for every player, regardless of gender.