Big Poker Oktober runs October 2–November 8 in Bell Gardens. Highlights include the $260 Kickoff and $400 Parkwest Classic VI entry flights. The Classic has a separate $1,600 direct Day 2 entry option. The wider schedule also includes mixed games, bounty events and Mini Mega Millions.
Times published by the organizer use America/Los Angeles.
Registration essentials
The selected event structures require a Parkwest Bicycle Casino Rewards card to register. Use the official schedule and linked structures for each event’s registration rules; this guide does not process entry.
This site does not accept entries or payments. Registration takes place through the organizer.
Planning your budget
Keep tournament entries separate from accommodation, airport transfers and meals. Allow for additional entries only when the tournament rules permit them.
Listed buy-ins are in their original currencies. Unconfirmed fees and live hotel rates are not estimated.
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Key buy-ins & event highlights
Two selected highlights, not the full buy-in range or schedule. No single festival Main Event is designated here.
SIDE EVENT · Poker
BPO Kickoff
USD 260
Fee breakdown
USD 50 included in total
Guarantee
USD 50,000
Published starts
2 Oct
Re-entry
Re-entry during first nine levels.
Late registration
See official structure for registration-break placement.
Level structure
30 minutes for levels 1–9; 25 thereafter.
Starting chips
40,000
SIDE EVENT · No-Limit Hold'em
Parkwest Classic VI — entry flights
USD 400
Fee breakdown
USD 75 included in total
Guarantee
USD 500,000
Published starts
11 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct
Re-entry
Re-entry during first eight levels.
Late registration
Day 2 direct entry is $1,600 including $200 fees, with re-entry for its first three levels.
Level structure
30 minutes.
Starting chips
40,000
Highlights are a selection, not the full schedule. A guarantee is not the final prize pool. Check the official schedule for all flights, satellites and live changes.
The casino publishes a driving route from LAX via I-405 south, I-105 east and I-710 north, exiting Florence East. Allow for traffic; a fixed transfer time is not promised here.
The venue is at 888 Bicycle Casino Drive, Bell Gardens, CA 90201. Its directions page lists free self-parking in the casino lot and separate valet terms. Check the current terms before arriving.
The property lists king and double-queen rooms as well as suites. Compare room availability and total charges directly; no Big Poker Oktober accommodation discount is confirmed.
The official page lists 24-hour service near the valet entrance and an app for ordering ahead for pickup. Check the current menu and service before a tournament break.
Source checked 26 Sept 2026
Winnings & tax
IRS Publication 515 explains that US gambling-winnings withholding for nonresident players depends on tax residency and applicable treaty relief. Ask the payer about payout documents; withholding is separate from final tax liability. California and home-country obligations need a separate review.