Exciting news spread this week as the long-awaited 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) finally kicked off.
With immense enthusiasm, players are eagerly anticipating massive participation and remarkable turnouts. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to leave New Jersey to win some gold bracelets.
“Summer camp is back in session,” said Jack Effel, vice president of the WSOP. “This year was the smoothest opening in the 53-year history of the WSOP. If you’re ready for the action, we’re ready for you.”
For players residing in New Jersey, a golden opportunity awaits them as they can compete for prestigious gold bracelets from the comfort of their own homes. In addition to the thrilling live events, there will be 20 official NJ online poker bracelet events exclusively available to players in the Garden State.
Bracelet hunting has begun for NJ online poker players
The 2023 WSOP will offer online official events on WSOP.com from June 1 to July 16. During this timeframe, 20 opportunities for players to seize the coveted bracelets will be available.
While WSOP NJ continues to be the sole platform that facilitates shared liquidity with Nevada, players are optimistic about the possibility of a collaborative agreement that includes Pennsylvania. Although no specific timeline has been established at this time.
It is important to note that participants must be physically located in either New Jersey or Nevada to partake in the remaining WSOP events:
| Event | Date | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| $500 NLH Turbo | Sunday, June 18 | 6:30 p.m. |
| $500 PLO 8-Max | Sunday, June 18 | 7:30 p.m. |
| $3,200 NLH High Roller | Tuesday, June 20 | 6:30 p.m. |
| $1,000 PLO Championship | Thursday, June 22 | 6:30 p.m. |
| $400 NLH Ultra Deepstack | Sunday, June 25 | 6:30 p.m. EST |
| $888 NLH Crazy 8's | Tuesday, June 27 | 7:30 p.m. |
| $500 NLH Deepstack | Sunday, July 2 | 6:30 p.m. |
| $215 25 Seat Scramble* | Sunday, July 2 | 7:30 p.m. |
| $5,300 NLH High Roller Championship (Final 8 play live FT) | Monday, July 3 | 6:30 p.m. |
| $400 NLH Turbo | Thursday, July 6 | 6:30 p.m. |
| $1,000 NLH Championship | Saturday, July 8 | 6:30 p.m. |
| $600 Online Deepstack Championship | Sunday, July 9 | 7:30 p.m. |
| $1,000 NLH 6-Max Championship | Tuesday, July 11 | 6:30 p.m. |
| $2,000 Freezeout Championship | Saturday, July 15 | 6:30 p.m. |
| $500 NLH Summer Saver | Sunday, July 16 | 6:30 p.m. |
| $777 NLH Lucky 7's | Sunday, July 16 | 7:30 p.m. |
| *Sattelite event |
“I can’t get out to Vegas until July, so I like the fact I can grind online bracelets from my home office until then,” said New Jersey poker player and Nerdthusiast Poker Podcast host Brian Keane.
Pennsylvania, Michigan take shot at bracelets
Outside of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Michigan players have a chance at gold as well. In 2023, WSOP.com will introduce a total of seven online bracelet events in their exclusive markets of Michigan and Pennsylvania.
Both states will enjoy an identical lineup of events and schedule, ensuring a consistent and thrilling experience for players in each region.
The events are as follows:
| Event | Date | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| $500 NLH Bankroll Builder | Sunday, June 4 | 3:30 p.m. |
| $400 NLH PKO 8-Max | Sunday, June 11 | 3:30 p.m. |
| $500 NLH Turbo | Sunday, June 18 | 3:30 p.m. |
| $500 Mystery Bounty | Sunday, June 25 | 3:30 p.m. |
| $600 NLH Deepstack | Sunday, July 2 | 3:30 p.m. |
| $300 NLH | Sunday, July 9 | 3:30 p.m. |
| $500 NLH Summer Saver | Sunday, July 16 | 3:30 p.m. |
