The biggest series stop on the World Series of Poker Circuit, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort welcomes poker players back to North Carolina with 18 ring events and a $1,700 buy-in boasting a $1,500,000 guaranteed prize pool.
Las Vegas, Nevada (February 11, 2025) - Poker players in North Carolina and around the country look forward to another World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) series at the Harrah’s Cherokee Hotel & Casino, nestled in the lush, green Great Smoky Mountains.
While players will have plenty of time to enjoy the scenery, most of their focus will be centered on the 18 WSOPC ring events scheduled for Thursday, February 13th through Monday, February 28th, 2025.
The signature $1,700 WSOPC Main Event at Cherokee takes place Friday, February 21st through Monday, February 24th offering 2 flights and a lucrative $1,500,000 guaranteed prize pool.
During the most recent WSOPC series to take place at Cherokee, professional poker player Jacob Hamed took an already successful series and capped it off in a big way.
Winning the $800 Pot-Limit Omaha ring event for over $42,000 and his first career WSOPC ring, Hamed built off an already impressive eleven days of poker by winning the $1,700 Main Event for just under $300,000.
Players have much more than just the Main Event to look forward to, as the robust WSOPC Cherokee schedule includes plenty of other lucrative events, including the $400 buy-in Mini Main.
Offering five flights and a $1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool, the value of this $400 buy-in tournament is something all players in attendance would hate to miss!
For players looking for a “warm-up” before the series Main Event, Cherokee Casino Resort offers a $1,100 buy-in tournament running from Wednesday, February 19th through Friday, February 21st.
With two flights and a $400,000 guaranteed prize pool, Event #9 is sure to draw a competitive field prior to the Main Event.
Other events of note scheduled to take place at the upcoming WSOPC series in Cherokee include the $400 Double Stack ($100,000 guaranteed prize pool), the $400 Monster Stack ($750,000 guarantee), and the $2,200 High Roller ($150,000 guarantee).
Every ring winner at the WSOPC series at Cherokee receives a seat in the prestigious WSOP Tournament of Champions, a $1,000,000 freeroll that is also eligible to 2024/25 live and online bracelet winners. The host property for the Tournament of Champions will be announced in the coming weeks.
The official Circuit Media Partner of the WSOP, Poker.Org, will be onsite providing full coverage throughout the series at Cherokee. Keep up with the action on the Poker.Org Instant feed as well as follow Poker.org on Twitter (@pokerorg) and Instagram (@poker_org_) for chip count reports, interviews, highlights of big hands, and much more provided by live reporter Chris “Lefty” Land.
Check out the full schedule for the upcoming WSOPC Cherokee series below. For a complete schedule, including side events and satellites, click here.
Things To Do Away from the Poker Table at Cherokee
Whether you busted after late registration or simply want to spend a day away from the felt, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort offers a plethora of offerings when it comes to fun and leisure away from the tables.
Caesars Sportsbook at Harrah’s Cherokee
It’s no secret that many card sharks are also experts at betting on spreads and picking parlays!
The Caesars Sportsbook at Harrah’s Cherokee provides players a spot to bet on athletic events and races around the world!
Place your bets at either ticket windows or one of the many self-service kiosks as you look to win big away from the poker table.
After you lock in your picks, lounge in the elevated viewing area to watch a variety of games and matches in HD or 4K on the 90-foot panoramic game wall.
For players looking for additional luxury, make a reservation for one of three Fan Caves that includes private viewing for yourself or a group of friends! Each Fan Cave features a massive 85” HDTV plus two 43” 4K TVs, plus convenient access to betting stations.
Sequoyah National Golf Club
Guests at Harrah’s Cherokee are provided preferred access to Sequoyah National Golf Club. Located less than a 10-minute drive from Harrah’s Cherokee down Highway 441, this scenic 18-hole course is truly one of mountain golf’s finest.
To book a tee time, fit yourself with some fine golfing apparel, and even test some clubs out at the hitting bay, visit the Sequoyah National Golf Shop on the second floor of the property.
The Gordon Ramsay Food Market
World-renowned chef Gordon Ramsay’s restaurants are a staple of many Caesars properties, and Cherokee Casino Resort is no different!
Within Cherokee’s Gordon Ramsey Food Market, patrons can partake in many mouth-watering options which include the Brio Italian Grille, Wicked Weed Smokehouse, and Ramsay’s Truffles Pub.
Looking to keep it more casual? Hit up the Esports Zone for delectable American-style cuisine plus video game offerings for gaming of the “non-gambling” variety.
Entertainment & Nightlife
Cherokee Casino Resort not only offers pulse-pounding action in the poker room and casino, but it also provides a great spot to laugh the night away!
If you visit Cherokee for the WSOPC series, be sure to hit up The Comedy Zone inside the Selu Garden Café. Featured acts during the WSOPC series include Darren "DS" Sanders and Dale Jones.
After you enjoy some good chuckles at The Comedy Zone, stop by Cherokee’s casino bar Myst. Partake in a variety of handcrafted cocktails and beverages as you enjoy the vibrant flair of one of Cherokee’s best spots.
Pool & Spa
Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you have to miss out on getting some laps in!
Cherokee’s indoor pool is open daily from 5 AM to 11 PM and gives visitors the ability to enjoy a nice swim all while taking in a gorgeous view of the Smoky Mountains.
Want a massage, facial, and even some sound wave therapy? Be sure to book an appointment at Cherokee’s Mandara Spa & Salon, the perfect place to decompress after experiencing a bad beat.