Roatán · Honduras · Aug 23–28, 2026
August Sound Money Showdown
Experience Tropical Poker Paradise
Feel the rush of high stakes Texas Holdem along with fellow Bitcoiners on the Caribbean paradise island of Roatán. Come play in Prospera, at the iconic Amity Age Bitcoin center, the new exotic destination for poker players and freedom seekers from across the globe!
Three exclusive events
LIVE IN PERSONTiny Stacks Tourney
250,000 sats
24/27 seats left
Crazy Cash Game
150,000 sats
25/27 seats left
Whale Tale Final
1,575,000 sats
21/27 seats left
Become a Part Of Bitcoin History
These events are hosted in Próspera, the world's only charter city with its own legal, regulatory, and tax framework. Próspera is the only jurisdiction on Earth where Bitcoin is fully recognized as a unit of account and may be used to pay all taxes and government fees.
These experiences are only accessible through Bitcoin. Every buy-in and every payout is in Satoshis — hard money that ensures transparency, self-custody, and permissionless participation. Poker in Próspera is the perfect place for strategic minds, sharp instincts, and sophisticated players who want to test themselves in an exotic Caribbean environment built around experimentation and freedom.
Bitcoin-native
Every buy-in and payout settles in satoshis over the Lightning Network or on chain.
No shitcoins Allowed
BTC only prize pools, growing with rebuys.
Roatán Retreat
Spend the week exploring the tropical jewel island of Roatán with island over 50+ locations accepting Bitcoin, and experience a real budding BTC economy!
The Schedule
Three Unforgettable Events
Sunday · Aug 23, 2026
24/27 seats leftTiny Stacks Tourney
This warm up kick-off tournament starts at 1PM one day after Bitcoinvibe.camp with a lower cost of entry to allow everyone to experience the thrill of Bitcoin Poker. It features a shorter blind schedule for faster play, pays out the top three spots (60/30/10) and no rake / no entry fee.
+ 0 sats 5% fee/deposit
250,000 sats full payment
Fast blind schedule · rebuys available for first three levels of blinds.
Wednesday · Aug 26, 2026
25/27 seats leftCrazy Cash Game
Classic Texas Holdem from 7PM on in a cash game / ring game format. Buyins are 150K sats, and max buyins are equal to the highest stack at the table. 1K in chips = 100K in SATS during this special BTC only event.
+ 0 sats 5% fee/deposit
150,000 sats full payment
Unlimited buyins available * Pro Dealer * RSVP only
Friday · Aug 29, 2026
21/27 seats leftWhale Tale Final
Direct entry is open. Play for a high stakes BTC prize pool with a full-length blind schedule.
+ 75,000 sats 5% fee/deposit
1,575,000 sats full payment
Full-length blind schedule · rebuys for the first three blind levels .
The prize
Bitcoin Prizes
All games feature a BTC prize pool only, growing with rebuys and player participation.
Location
Roatán, Honduras — within Próspera, the special economic zone and Bitcoin-forward Startup City.
Flights
Roatán has an international airport with direct flights from Houston, Miami, Atlanta, and Dallas, plus regional connections.
Wednesday cash game
A live Bitcoin cash game midweek breaks up the tournament focused action and tests player skills across all levels of play!
What to bring
Bring your phone with a Lightning wallet installed, your registration/ticket QR, and extra sats for rebuys and on-site activities.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
General Event
What is the Bitcoin Poker Championship?
An exclusive curated experience for both Bitcoiners and seasoned poker players to come test their skills in a fun and safe environment across several days, buy in levels, and types of play. This in person Bitcoin-native poker championship is hosted in Roatán, Honduras, August 23–28, 2026. Every buy-in and payout settles in satoshis over the Lightning Network or onchain.
Where is the event held?
The championship takes place in Roatán, Honduras — within Próspera, the world's only Startup City with its own legal, regulatory, and tax framework. We will play at the historic AmityAge Bitcoin Center, an educational center and coworking place exclusively promoting Bitcoin and with a scenic view of the entire island.
What makes this championship unique?
Built natively on Bitcoin Lightning. Every buy-in and payout is in satoshis — hard money that ensures transparency, self-custody, and permissionless participation. BTC prize pools, rebuys allowed, no rake, pure skill.
Bitcoin & Payments
Do I need Bitcoin to participate?
Yes. Buy-ins are paid in satoshis via the Lightning Network, with Bitcoin on-chain support available for manual review.
What wallets are supported?
Any Lightning Network compatible wallet works, including Zeus, Phoenix, Alby, Wallet of Satoshi, and other wallets supporting invoices and LNURL-auth.
How are prizes paid out?
Prizes are paid via the Lightning Network or on the Bitcoin blockchain. Winners receive payouts directly to their Lightning wallet.