The RunGood Poker Series returns to Mississippi with nine trophy events and over $100,000 in guaranteed prize pools, including a $400 Main Event at Horseshoe Casino Tunica. Live coverage begins September 18 with multiple entry options
The RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) is set to host the Mississippi Poker Championship at Horseshoe Casino Tunica from September 15 to 20, 2026. This live poker series will feature nine trophy events across six days, with more than $100,000 in total guarantees. The schedule includes a mix of No-Limit Hold'em, Pot-Limit Omaha, and specialty tournaments, offering a range of buy-ins and formats for players in the region.
Key Events and Schedule
The series opens on September 15 with the $250 Seniors Championship, restricted to players aged 50 and above, and a $150 Tag Team No-Limit Hold'em event with a $5,000 guaranteed prize pool. Pot-Limit Omaha returns on September 16 with a $250 buy-in and a $10,000 guarantee, while the $150 Big Bounty Championship offers another $5,000 in guaranteed prizes that evening. The $250 Monster Stack Championship and $250 6-MAX NLHE Championship, both with $10,000 guarantees, are scheduled for September 17. A $250 Ladies Championship with a $5,000 guarantee is set for September 19, with a $65 satellite available the day before for those seeking a lower-cost entry.
Main Event Structure and Coverage
The highlight of the series is the $400 Mississippi State No-Limit Hold'em Championship, which features four Day 1 starting flights on September 18 and 19. This Main Event comes with a $50,000 guaranteed prize pool and will be covered in full by PokerNews, including daily recaps and live hand reporting. Day 2 will take place on September 20, when the champion will be determined. The final day also includes a $250 Turbo No-Limit Hold'em Championship with a $10,000 guarantee, providing one last opportunity for players to compete for a trophy and a share of the prize pool.
Player Access and Satellite Options
Players interested in entering the Ladies, Monster Stack, or Main Event can take advantage of multiple satellite tournaments, with buy-ins as low as $65 for a chance to win a seat. The schedule is designed to accommodate a variety of player preferences, with events for seniors, women, and teams, as well as standard and turbo formats. The RGPS stop in Tunica follows a trend of major poker events returning to the region, similar to recent high-profile tournaments in other states, such as the Trailblazer Poker Tour and WSOP Circuit series in Texas.
In live poker tournaments, a "guarantee" refers to the minimum total prize pool promised by the organizer, regardless of the number of entries. If player buy-ins do not reach the guaranteed amount, the casino or series operator covers the shortfall, known as an overlay. Guarantees are used to attract players and provide certainty about the minimum payout, but actual prize pools can exceed the guarantee if turnout is strong. Players should always check event structures and guarantee terms before registering.
