Forget the winter blues. While most of Europe is freezing, the high-stakes world is descending on the Mediterranean for one of the most prestigious series of early 2026.
The Onyx Club has just announced the schedule for the upcoming Onyx High Roller Series, and the numbers are staggering. We are talking about $29,000,000 in Guaranteed Prize Pools across a two-week festival at the luxurious Merit Royal Diamond Hotel in North Cyprus.
With buy-ins ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, this series isn’t just a tournament stop; it’s a statement. And for Pot Limit Omaha players, it’s arguably the most valuable schedule of the year, featuring two massive $5M guaranteed PLO events.
Here is your complete guide to the action, the venue, and how to get your hotel room for free.
The Venue: Merit Royal Diamond (Poker Paradise)
If you have never been to a Merit Poker event, you are missing out on the “Ultra All-Inclusive” experience. The Merit Royal Diamond isn’t just a hotel; it is a grinder’s dream.
- 24/7 Service: Complimentary food, premium drinks, and cigarettes are served directly to the poker table. You never have to leave the action.
- The Atmosphere: The venue is brand new and purpose-built for high rollers. It’s widely considered the hottest spot for high-stakes action in the world right now.
When you bust a tournament here, you don’t go back to a sad hotel room. You walk ten feet to the Onyx Club cash game area, where $100/$200 PLO games run around the clock.
The Schedule: A “Grand Slam” of Value
The series runs from January 30 to February 12, 2026. What makes this schedule unique is the “Grand Slam” format used for the biggest events.
The “Grand Slam” Rules
Onyx has created a dynamic that mixes VIPs with pros in a way we rarely see:
- Day 1A (Invite Only): This flight is reserved for VIPs and “Approved” players. It requires a $5,000 deposit to secure a seat.
- Day 1B (Open): This is open to everyone. If you want to hunt the VIPs, you have to survive Day 1B and meet them on Day 2.
- Merged Fields: On Day 2, the fields combine with a balanced redraw, ensuring pros and VIPs are mixed.
Note for Grinders: All tournaments are played 7-Handed. This means wider ranges, faster orbits, and nowhere to hide.
The PLO Focus: $5,000,000 Guarantees for Omaha
While the Hold’em events are massive, the PLO schedule is what caught our eye. It is rare to see guarantees this high for non-Hold’em events outside of the WSOP.
The Heavyweights
- Event #13: PLO Main Event ($25,000 Buy-in)
- Guarantee: $5,000,000.
- Structure: 40-minute levels, 250k starting stack.
- Dates: Feb 9–12.
- Event #10: PLO Grand Slam ($50,000 Buy-in)
- Guarantee: $5,000,000.
- Structure: 40-minute levels, 500k starting stack.
- Dates: Feb 7–10.
The Field (Who to Expect)
This isn’t a local $500 daily. Expect to see the absolute titans of the 4-card game. We anticipate seeing PLO specialists like Andras Nemeth, Dirk Gerritse, Stephen Chidwick, Laszlo Bujtas, Lautaro Guerra, Richard Gryko, and Joni Jouhkimainen in the mix.
If you want to climb to the top, you have to beat these guys.
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“Early Bird” Packages (Free Hotel Stays)
Onyx Club is offering insane value if you commit early. You can get 8 nights of free accommodation at the Merit Royal Diamond just for playing the tournaments you were going to play anyway.
The PLO Package
- Requirements: Play Day 1A of Event #9 (PLO Opener, $10k) AND Event #13 (PLO Main Event, $25k) from the start.
- Reward: 8 Nights Free at Merit Royal Diamond (Feb 4–12) + Free Airport Transfer.
- Deposit: $5,000 required to lock it in.
The NLH Package
- Requirements: Play Day 1A of Event #1 (Opener) OR Event #2 (High Roller) AND Event #6 (Main Event) from the start.
- Reward: 8 Nights Free at Merit Royal Diamond (Jan 29–Feb 6) + Free Airport Transfer.
- Deposit: $5,000 required.
To book these packages, you must email events@onyxclub.com directly.
Conclusion: Book Your Flight
The Onyx High Roller Series is shaping up to be the premier high-stakes event of early 2026. With $29M in guarantees, a stunning venue, and a field packed with legends, this is where you want to be.
Dates: January 30 – February 12, 2026. Location: Merit Royal Diamond, North Cyprus.
Next Steps: To get “Approved” for the VIP Day 1A flights or to book an Early Bird Package, email the organizers immediately at events@onyxclub.com.
See you in Cyprus.
With over 12 years of Omaha Poker experience, Lebi is the Head of Content at PLO365. A dedicated PLO specialist, he bridges the gap between complex GTO theory and practical street poker. He leads our review team, stress-testing PLO solvers, HUDs, and training courses to ensure they meet the demands of the modern grinder. When he isn’t auditing poker room RNGs or writing strategy guides, you can find him grinding mid-stakes PLO cash games and Turbo MTTs.
