The 2021 World Series of Poker is 100 Days Away 4 Min read In exactly 100 days, the 52nd annual World Series of Poker will begin, and some think this year could be bigger than ever. The 2021 World Series of Poker begins in exactly 100 days. (Image: awfulannouncing.com) In most years, the WSOP in Las Vegas takes place during the summer, but these are unusual times, so the event is being moved to the fall. The 2021 WSOP kicks off Sept. 30 from the Rio, the series’ home casino since 2004. This year’s poker extravaganza features 88 live bracelet events, the most in history. Per a Twitter poll, it appears that most players favor the schedule, which includes numerous traditional events and new tournaments. One thing nearly everyone can agree on is that it’s nice to have the World Series of Poker back in Las Vegas after a one-year COVID-19 hiatus.