RGPS Mississippi Poker Championship Kicks Off September 15 at Horseshoe Tunica

The RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) returns to Tunica, Mississippi, for the Mississippi Poker Championship, a six-day tournament series running from September 15 through September 20 at the Horseshoe Casino Tunica. The schedule features nine trophy events with more than $100,000 in combined guaranteed prize pools, headlined by a $400 No-Limit Hold’em Main Event with $50,000 guaranteed.

PokerNews will provide live reporting coverage of the Main Event beginning September 18, offering daily recaps and hand reports until a champion is crowned on the final day.

Key facts

Series schedule highlights

The series opens on September 15 with two events. The $250 Seniors Championship is a No-Limit Hold’em tournament open to players aged 50 and older. Later that day, the $150 Tag Team No-Limit Hold’em Championship offers a $5,000 guaranteed prize pool, allowing players to compete in pairs.

September 16 brings Pot-Limit Omaha action with a $250 buy-in event, alongside a $150 Big Bounty Championship where players earn bounties for eliminating opponents.

The $250 Ladies Championship runs on September 19 with $5,000 guaranteed. A $65 satellite into the ladies event takes place the day prior, providing an affordable path into the tournament.

The series closes on September 20 with a $250 Turbo No-Limit Hold’em Championship carrying $10,000 guaranteed, giving players a final chance at a trophy before the series ends.

Main Event structure

The $400 Mississippi State No-Limit Hold’em Championship is the centerpiece of the series, offering $50,000 guaranteed. Players can choose from four Day 1 starting flights, providing flexibility for those with scheduling constraints. PokerNews will provide full live reporting coverage of this event beginning September 18, with daily recaps and hand reports running through the final table on September 20.

Why this matters for video poker players

For video poker players who also enjoy live tournament poker, the RGPS Mississippi Poker Championship represents an opportunity to combine a poker trip with video poker play. Horseshoe Casino Tunica offers a full casino floor with video poker machines, allowing players to mix tournament action with cash game sessions. The series also provides a lower-stakes tournament environment, with buy-ins ranging from $65 satellites to the $400 Main Event, making it accessible for recreational players.

Tunica remains one of the primary poker destinations in the southern United States, and the RGPS stop adds a structured tournament schedule to the region’s existing poker offerings. Players planning a trip should note the September dates and consider booking accommodations early, as the series coincides with other regional poker activity.

What to know before you go

Players should verify their eligibility for age-restricted events such as the Seniors Championship, which requires players to be 50 or older. The Ladies Championship is open to female players, and the Tag Team event requires two-player teams. All events are No-Limit Hold’em unless otherwise noted, with the exception of the $250 Pot-Limit Omaha event on September 16.

The Horseshoe Casino Tunica is located approximately 30 miles south of Memphis, Tennessee, making it accessible for players from multiple states. The venue offers on-site lodging, dining, and gaming options for the duration of the series.

Source: PokerNews – RGPS Mississippi Poker Championship in Tunica Starts September 15