Get ready for four days of high-stakes poker action as the Rough Rider Poker Tour (RPT) returns to Prairie Knights Casino & Resort, December 17–20, 2026!
Players will compete in the $600 Prairie Knights Main Event, featuring $10,000 in added money, a $100,000+ estimated prize pool, and a custom-made RPT Championship Bracelet awarded to the winner!
With a 60,000 starting stack and the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event blind structure, players can expect an exciting weekend of competitive poker action.
$220 No-Limit Hold'em
$600 Buy-In
$600 Buy-In
Both starting flights will play until approximately 15% of the field remains (rounded up) or through Level 16, whichever occurs first. Qualified players will advance to Championship Day.
The remaining players return to compete for the Main Event title, cash prizes, and the coveted RPT Championship Bracelet!
Not advancing to Championship Day? There's still another opportunity to compete! The Second Chance Tournament is open to all players.
A Prairie Knights Casino Players Club Card is required to buy into the RPT Main Event. Players who need a card can visit the Knight Club inside the casino to sign up.
All late entries will receive a full starting stack. Final tables will be played 10-handed, and Tournament Directors Association (TDA) rules apply.
Make the most of your Rough Rider Poker Tour experience with a stay at Prairie Knights Casino & Resort! Enjoy the convenience of staying just steps away from the tournament action.
Prairie Knights Casino & Resort
7932 ND Highway 24
Fort Yates, ND 58538
Reservations & Information: 800-425-8277
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For complete tournament structures, official rules, and additional details, visit Rough Rider Poker Tour.
Prize pool is estimated and not guaranteed. Tournament schedules and details are subject to official RPT rules. Must meet applicable age and eligibility requirements to participate.
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Event tickets must be purchased online at yapsody.com.
Please ensure you have your digital ticket downloaded to your phone prior to arrival.
Once at the venue, present QR Code to usher to be scanned for entry.
No outside food or beverage is allowed in the Pavilion at any time. Glass containers, bottles or drinks are not allowed in the Pavilion.
Aluminum or plastic containers are allowed.
If you need to leave the venue and return for any reason, you may do so by having an usher scan your ticket upon leaving and re-entry.
Prairie Knights Casino is an all ages venue unless otherwise specified by the event.
Once purchased, all tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Refunds will not be issued except in the case of show cancellation or postponement.
Tickets are transferable by the purchaser to another party if the need arises.
The Pavilion is open to all ages. Particular shows may have age restrictions, but the public will be notified if that is the case.
Guests under the age of 21 must walk around the casino floor to get to other facilities. Guests do not need to walk outside, just along the outer wall.
