EPT Malta activities: The full schedule

September 16, 2025

Events

by PokerStars Staff

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The European Poker Tour (EPT) is making a welcome return to Malta for the first time since 2016, taking place at Casino Malta from October 1-12, 2025.

Poker players and guests have a lot to look forward to, from the notorious nightlife, unique beaches and UNESCO World Heritage sites, to special activities organised by PokerStars.

This year’s schedule of off-the-felt activities includes a football tournament, bowling, darts and laser tag nights, plus parties with complimentary food and drinks.

Take a look through the full EPT Malta activities schedule below.

Off The Felts Activities

Silver Pass Meet-Up

Oct 2 — 19:30–20:30
Paranga Beach Club
Open to All Qualifiers
Drinks and snacks
DJ

By now, you’ll have heard that qualifying to a PokerStars Open Main Event comes with plenty of other perks, particularly at European Poker Tour (EPT) stops.

On October 2, for example, there’s an exclusive meet-up party at the Paranga Beach Club for all PokerStars Open Malta main event qualifiers, where you can celebrate with your fellow qualifiers and silver/gold pass winners and mingle with PokerStars Ambassadors. It gets better: there’s also a special giveaway with a €2,300/$2,500 Silver Pass, and other prizes up for grabs. Combine that with a DJ and complimentary food and drinks, and it makes for an unmissable evening.

Welcome Drinks PS Open

Oct 2 — 20:30–till late
Paranga Beach Club
Open to everyone
Drinks and snacks
DJ

PokerStars invites all players and guests to this official gathering—the perfect way to kick off your Malta trip in style. The party takes place at the Paranga Beach Club and is open to everyone. Just swing by the entrance of the Paranga Beach Club and grab a wristband. There are free drinks and snacks on offer, plus a DJ spinning tunes all night. But don’t sweat it if hitting the dancefloor isn’t your thing; these parties are a fantastic opportunity to relax, meet fellow players, and catch up with friends before play begins.

Padel Party

October 4 – Half Day (09:30-15:30)
IK Padel Village, Pembroke
Sign-up required at Information desk
Drinks, BBQ, DJ

PokerStars’ Padel parties are becoming as synonymous with the EPT as the poker itself. OK—maybe not quite—but trust us, these padel tournaments are always a ton of fun and might be your best chance to beat a PokerStars Ambassador! Not familiar with padel? It’s basically tennis but played on a smaller, enclosed court, making it great for racket sport beginners. There are Mini Spade trophies for the winners, but it’s more about having fun than competing. Transport to and from the venue is provided, as well as snacks and drinks, but sign up early as places get snapped up fast.

Bowling Night

Oct 5 – 19:00-22:00
EDEN
No Sign-Up Required
Drinks, snacks

Fancy swapping split pots for 7-10 splits? Head to EDEN, just a one-minute walk from Casino Malta, for the PokerStars Bowling Night. It promises to be a fun evening on the lanes, and everyone is welcome with no sign-up required. Just show up, enjoy some complimentary drinks and snacks, compete and mingle with PokerStars Ambassadors, and avoid the gutter!

Welcome Drinks EPT

Oct 6  – 19:00-Late
Lumi, Voco Hotel
Open to all players
Drinks, food and entertainment

It’s been nine years since the European Poker Tour last visited Malta, and we can’t wait to head back to this popular location. To celebrate, we invite you to kick off your EPT trip in style with an evening of Welcome Drinks (also known as the EPT Player Party!). The venue is Lumi at the Voco Hotel, just across the street from the InterContinental Hotel. With an open bar until late plus food and entertainment, it’s a great chance to let your hair down before your Main Event begins, or when you’re finished at the tables.

Football Tournament

Oct 8  – Half Day (12:00 – 16:00)
Luxol Sport Club
Sign-up required at Information desk
Transport to & from the venue provided
Refreshments, Snacks

Get ready to hit the pitch as players and guests are invited to take part in our friendly football tournament. It’s a great chance to show off your skills away from the tables, but whether you’re a goal machine or just playing for the fun of it, everyone’s welcome. Transport is included, just don’t forget to sign up at the Information Desk.

Darts Night

Oct 8 – 19:00–21:00
EDEN
Drinks, Snacks
Sign-up required at Information desk

Time to sharpen your aim as we invite you to join us for the EPT Malta Darts Night on October 8 at EDEN. Enjoy drinks and snacks on the house, and unwind with fellow players in a fun, laid-back setting. Spaces are limited, so make sure to sign up in advance at the Information desk to secure your spot.

Laser Tag Night

Oct 10 – 19:00–21:00
EDEN
Sign-up required at Information desk
Drinks

As if you thrill seekers aren’t getting enough action at the poker tables, you can really get the adrenaline pumping at our Laser Tag Night. It’s going to be an evening of high-energy fun, where speed and a steady aim will earn you bragging rights. It’s just a bit of fun at the end of the day, though, and everyone is welcome. Sign up at the Information Desk to secure your spot, then enjoy some complimentary drinks when the battle is over.

EPT Wellness Community

October 3-10 – 09:00 -11:00
InterContinental Hotel
Sign-up Required via EPT Wellness Community QR Code

Mental well-being is key to performing at your best; just ask the world’s top poker pros, many of whom place as much focus on it as they do on studying solvers. In Malta, everyone’s invited to start the day right with PokerStars’ daily running clubs and wellness sessions, including Yoga, Functional Fitness and Breathwork. It’s the perfect way to recharge, refocus, and bring your A-game to the tables.

You can check out the daily schedule below:

09:00 – Run Club
10:00 – Wellness Class: on a rotation.

1. Yoga
2. Functional Fitness
3. Breathwork

There are two ways of signing up. You can either join this WhatsApp group, or use the QR code below.