How do I qualify FAQ

FAQ

How can I qualify online?

The €950 Ladbrokes.com Irish Festival Main Event Package comprises: €550 Main Event buy-in; 3 nights B&B accommodation in The Gleneagle Hotel.

Is there a cash alternative?

There are no cash alternatives.

What happens if I win more than one package?

There are no cash alternatives and transfers are not permitted therefore you will forfeit this second package.

Is the package transferable?

If you qualify for a package and are then unable to attend you can transfer the package to another Ladbrokes customer. This transfer must be completed at least 30 days before commencement of the tournament.

Can I bring a guest?

Your accommodation at the Gleneagle Hotel is for two people in a room so you can request either a Twin or Double room. However, the package includes a €550 Main Event place for the qualifier only.

What is the schedule/ timetable for the Main Event?

The main event will be held over 3 days (2nd to 4th October). Players will start with 15,000 chips, one hour blinds and the event awards European ranking points. The event will start at 2pm prompt.

What other tournaments will be available?

During the weekend we will be running two side tournaments:

Saturday 3rd October at 4pm
€270 + €30 2 day event
40 minute blinds
10,000 starting stack

Sunday 4th October at 3pm
€150 + €20 1 day event
25 minute blinds
8,000 starting stack

Costs of extra people in rooms.

If you wish to bring any extra guests then you can have three in a room, there is an additional charge per person for this which should be paid directly to the hotel. If you wish to book a triple room then you do need to check first with our events team and they will confirm the costs to you. If you wish to bring your family then there are also two bedroom apartments available.

Is it possible to upgrade my room?

There are a variety of upgrade options available, please contact our events team to find out more about availability and costs.

If I wish to stay for longer than three nights is that possible?

Check with the events team on availability and price to extend your stay.

If I don’t qualify via Ladbrokes is there any other way that I can enter the Main Event?

There will be offline Satellites within a few select poker clubs around Ireland (locations TBC). More details to be confirmed shortly.

Ladbrokes.com Irish Poker Festival Direct Buy Ins

A limited number of Ladbrokes.com Irish Poker Festival Main Event Packages are available for €1,000 (€950 + €50).

If you wish to purchase one of these packages please email joanna@sherringevents.co.uk. These packages are available on a first come first serve basis.

These packages include a €50 administration fee. If you should subsequently win a €950 Ladbrokes.com Irish Poker Festival Package through the Weekly Final, which are held each Sunday at 20:30 BST until 20th September or any other promotion operated by Ladbrokes Poker, you will receive a €1,000 credit to your poker account.

Getting to Killarney:

The following are the best options for getting to Killarney:

• Kerry Regional Airport is 19 km from Killarney with direct flights with Ryanair from Dublin, Stansted, Luton and Frankfurt.
• Cork International Airport (87 km) Flights from London Heathrow and key regional airports and major European cities.
• Shannon International (135 km) Flights from 22 European destinations and 6 US gateways.
• Dublin Airport (305 km) Flights from all major UK, European and US destinations plus daily flights to Kerry Regional Airport.
• Killarney Train Station is served by Dublin and Cork trains.

I'm a VIP and have won more than one package to Killarney, will I get $200 expenses for each package won?

No, only one set of expenses will be paid out.

I have a question I can’t find the answer to here, who do I contact?

Please direct all queries to Jo Sherring, Ladbrokes Events on +44 1372 277 722 or irishfestival@ladbrokespoker.com