Tatiana Fox
The Aussie Millions team at Crown Casino Melbourne has just released the much-anticipated schedule for the return of Australia’s most infamous poker series. This will be the first running of the festival since 2020. Satellites have already been buzzing across Melbourne for months, and now players finally have the full roadmap as the series prepares for its 2026 comeback.
Background:
First launched in 1998, the Aussie Millions quickly grew into one of the most prestigious poker festivals outside Las Vegas, drawing elite professionals, international high rollers, and thousands of recreational players from around the world. The series became famous for its massive prize pools, its star-filled Main Event, and its iconic Super High Roller tournaments, including the unforgettable two hundred fifty thousand dollar Challenge that helped put Australian poker on the global map.
Beyond the numbers, Aussie Millions built a reputation for its electric atmosphere, world-class hospitality, and uniquely Australian energy. For more than two decades, it served as a cornerstone of the international poker calendar. Its pause after 2020 left a noticeable void, which is why its official return is generating so much excitement among players and fans.
After years of anticipation, the full schedule is finally here. The 2026 Aussie Millions will run from: 24 April – 10 May 2026
