World Tavern Poker Night - Free to Play!
Backspin Social, Midtown Wilmington
Admission
Free
Date
Oct 4 – Nov 15, 2026
Time
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sundays
Area
Midtown
About This Event
World Tavern Poker Night - Free to Play!
Sun, Sep 27 | Backspin Social - Wilmington
Join us every Sunday at 5pm and 7pm for free poker! This event is tournament style. Earn points towards prizes and trips.
Looking for free poker in Wilmington, NC? Join us every Sunday at Backspin Social for World Tavern Poker, America's largest bar poker league. Compete in FREE No-Limit Texas Hold'em tournaments at 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Whether you're a seasoned poker player or brand new to the game, our weekly tournaments offer a fun, welcoming environment where you can improve your skills, meet fellow players, and compete for league points and prizes.
There is no buy-in and no gambling. Players earn points toward local, regional, and national rankings through the World Tavern Poker league system, with opportunities to qualify for championship events and major prizes.
Event Details
When: Every Sunday
Tournament Times: 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Cost: Free to Play
Format: No-Limit Texas Hold'em Tournament
Skill Level: All Experience Levels Welcome
Arrival Time: Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the tournament begins to register and get settled.
About World Tavern Poker
Backspin Social is proud to partner with World Tavern Poker (WTP), America's #1 bar poker league.
With hundreds of tournaments held weekly and more than 200,000 registered players nationwide, World Tavern Poker provides a fun, competitive, and completely free way to enjoy Texas Hold'em while earning points toward league rankings and championship events.
Players compete for points, prizes, and opportunities to advance to Tavern, Regional, and National Championship tournaments.
Learn more at: https://www.worldtavernpoker.com
Tournament Overview
Each tournament is a No-Limit Texas Hold'em event played until one player remains. The top finishers earn league points that contribute toward their rankings within World Tavern Poker.
All standard regular-season World Tavern Poker tournaments begin with a starting stack of 10,000 chips. Additional chips may be available through official World Tavern Poker promotions and bonus programs.
Tournament blind structures are determined by attendance and available play time, allowing two tournaments to be hosted each Sunday evening.
Typical Blind Structures
2-Hour Games
10–20 Players: 10–12 minute levels
21–30 Players: 8–12 minute levels
31–50 Players: 8–10 minute levels
50+ Players: Less than 8 minute levels
2.5-Hour Games
10–20 Players: 10–15 minute levels
21–30 Players: 10–15 minute levels
31–50 Players: 10–12 minute levels
50+ Players: Less than 10 minute levels
Blind structures and tournament operations are managed in accordance with World Tavern Poker guidelines and may vary based on attendance and tournament director discretion.
Why Play?
Free poker every Sunday
Competitive yet welcoming atmosphere
Great for beginners and experienced players alike
Earn league points and prizes
Opportunities to qualify for championship events
Enjoy local drinks and a social atmosphere while you play
Whether you're looking for a regular poker night, a competitive league, or simply a fun Sunday evening with friends, Backspin Social is your destination for free poker in Wilmington.