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The Run Up Series $10,000,000 GTD at ACR Poker
From July 12 to August 17, 2026, the ACR Poker Run Up Series features $10,000,000 in guaranteed prize money and the largest $100,000 leaderboard in the poker room's history.
Key features:
- The schedule features 168 tournaments. Five multi-day events, including the exclusive tournament in the series with a seven-figure guarantee: Run Up #4 MB $1,000,000 GTD with a $66 buy-in.
- Buy-ins range from $5.50 to $1,050. Most MTTs have buy-ins between $11 and $215.
- Guarantees range from $7,500 to $1,000,000, with tournaments with prize pools up to $50,000 predominating.
- The only non-Hold'em tournament is Run Up #163 PKO $40,000 GTD PLO8 6-Max for $630, which starts on August 16 at 9:05 PM GMT.
- Two leaderboards, High and Low, with a combined prize pool of $100,000.
The easiest way to find Run Up tournaments is to enter "Run Up" in the search bar of the ACR Poker client lobby. You can also view all available satellites directly from the lobby of each specific tournament.
Full schedule of Run Up Series
| Date | Time (ET) | Tournament Name | Buy-In | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Jul 12 | 8:05 | Run Up #6A Jackpot Mini - $10,000 GTD | $11.00 | 4h - 15/7m - 100k |
| 9:05 | Run Up #6B PKO Jackpot Mini - $10,000 GTD | $11.00 | 4h PKO - 20/7m - 100k | |
| 11:30 | Run Up #7 PKO - $100,000 GTD | $66.00 | 4h PKO - 20/8m - 100k | |
| 12:05 | Run Up #8 - $300,000 GTD | $109.00 | 4.5h - 15/30/15/10 - 30k | |
| 13:30 | Run Up #9 - $100,000 GTD | $55.00 | 4h - 15/8m - 100k | |
| 13:30 | Run Up #10 PKO - $50,000 GTD | $33.00 | 4h PKO - 20/8m - 100k | |
| Mon, Jul 13 | 10:30 | Run Up #11 - $40,000 GTD | $66.00 | 4h - 15/8m - 100k |
| 10:30 | Run Up #12 PKO - $25,000 GTD | $27.50 | 4h PKO - 20/7m - 100k | |
| 12:30 | Run Up #13 - $30,000 GTD | $33.00 | 4h - 15/8m - 100k | |
| 12:30 | Run Up #14 - $10,000 GTD | $11.00 | 4h - 15/7m - 100k | |
| 13:05 | Run Up #15 PKO - $40,000 GTD | $55.00 | 4h PKO - 20/8m - 100k | |
| Tue, Jul 14 | 10:15 | Run Up #16 - $15,000 GTD | $22.00 | 4h - 15/7m - 100k |
| 10:45 | Run Up #17 - $30,000 GTD | $66.00 | 4h - 15/8m - 100k | |
| 10:45 | Run Up #18 PKO - $7,500 GTD | $11.00 | 4h PKO - 20/7m - 100k | |
| 12:30 | Run Up #19 - $25,000 GTD MB | $33.00 | 3h12 - 12/7m - 50k |
The largest one-day tournaments
| Tournament | Guarantee | Start (GMT) |
|---|---|---|
| $109 Run Up #8 | $300,000 GTD | Jul 12, 16:05 GMT |
| $215 Run Up #69 | $200,000 GTD | Jul 26, 17:30 GMT |
| $630 Run Up #102 HighRoller | $600,000 GTD | Aug 2, 16:05 GMT |
| $215 Run Up #131 | $200,000 GTD | Aug 9, 16:05 GMT |
| $630 Run Up #151 HighRoller | $200,000 GTD | Aug 13, 16:30 GMT |
| $630 Run Up #160 HighRoller | $200,000 GTD | Aug 16, 14:30 GMT |
Run Up MAIN
The Run Up Series features three Main Events, all of which run in parallel and follow a similar schedule:
- Day 1. Starts August 16th at 15:05 GMT. The game continues until 12% of the total number of players remain.
- Day 2. Starts August 17th at 17:05 GMT. All remaining players are eliminated.
- Final tables. Starts August 18th at 17:05 GMT.
| Tournament Feature | $1,050 Run Up #1 MAIN $750K GTD | $215 Run Up #2 MAIN $400K GTD | $33 Run Up #3 MAIN $200K GTD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min Cash | $2,000 | $400 | $60 |
| Starting Stack | 350,000 chips (218.75 BB) | 300,000 chips (187.5 BB) | 300,000 chips (150 BB) |
| Late Registration | 32 levels | 32 levels | 30 levels |
| Blind Levels | 15 minutes | 15 minutes through Level 37, then 12 minutes | 12 minutes through Level 35, then 10 minutes |
Run Up #4 MB - $1,000,000 GTD
$66 flights start on July 12 and run through August 17. You can enter as many flights as you like, with your stacks from each qualifying flight combining for Day 2. Day 2 starts on August 17 at 19:05 GMT. Mystery Bounty from $150 to $100,000.
Flight structure:
- Starting stack: 50 big blinds (5,000 chips).
- Blinds increase every 10 minutes until level 14, then every 12 minutes.
- Late registration with unlimited reentry: 8 levels.
Leaderboard
The Run Up leaderboard is divided into two tables. The winner of each will receive:
- High: $10,000 cash and a $5,200 ticket to Venom NLH $12M GTD and Venom PLO $3M GTD.
- Low: $5,000 cash and a $5,200 ticket to Venom NLH $12M GTD and Venom PLO $3M GTD.
The remaining winners will receive cash prizes, Venom tickets, and entries to Venom Mega Satellites.
Our opinion: Why the Run Up Series is worth playing
ACR Poker has extensive experience running major tournament series, and the Run Up Series reflects that. We believe it's a well-balanced festival that offers plenty of opportunities to compete in a wide variety of events, many of which feature guarantees that exceed those found in the regular tournament schedule.
What players should pay attention to:
- Tournaments with the largest guarantees that fit your bankroll, especially those starting at less convenient times—such as early evening or around midnight in Europe. These events are often more likely to experience overlays.
- The series features three Main Events with different buy-ins, giving players at every bankroll level a chance to compete. The tournaments have a fluid structure that allows for a more measured style of play. If the direct buy-in is outside your bankroll, satellites offer an affordable path into these events.
- Satellites are available for many of the series' marquee tournaments, with buy-ins starting at just a few dollars. Browse the satellite schedule to find low-cost qualifiers and earn a seat in events with large prize pools and fields of hundreds of players.
- If you enjoy high-stakes action and the excitement of large mystery bounties, Run Up #4 MB – $1,000,000 GTD is an excellent choice. Keep in mind, however, that to build a competitive stack for Day 2, you'll likely need to finish in the top 12% of the field across multiple flights. As a result, the total cost of playing this event is often higher than the initial $66 buy-in.
The only downside to the Run Up Series, in our opinion, is the lack of a full schedule of tournaments in different Omaha variations.