SkyCity Poker Room
The King of card games — live in the all new Poker Room. Whether you're new to the felt or a seasoned pro, join the cash games and tournaments at SkyCity Auckland.
You must have a SHOW by SkyCity card to play any of our Casino games, including in the Poker Room. R20 to enter.
ALL NEW POKER ROOM
Access via the L2 stairs, on Level 3 above the main casino floor.
POKER: SKILLS AND THRILLS
Poker has taken the world by storm, it's in living rooms, on TV and even at the local pub. But in New Zealand, nobody delivers poker quite like SkyCity Auckland Casino.
Enjoy cash games and tournaments offered in the Poker Room, seven days a week. New players welcome, our team will get you seated and dealt in.
For accessibility assistance, please see a SkyCity representative at a SHOW by SkyCity desk.
STANDARD OPENING HOURS
Days | Hours |
|---|---|
Monday to Friday | 6pm – 2am |
Saturday and Sunday | 12pm – 4am |
SkyCity Casino is closed Christmas Day, Good Friday and 3am–1pm on ANZAC Day. Hours may vary from time to time.
CASH GAMES
Texas Hold'em and Pot Limit Omaha, running daily. All games have an optional live straddle of two big blinds.
Texas Hold'em
Stakes | Buy-in | Rake | Jackpot |
|---|---|---|---|
$2 / $3 | $100–$400 | 10% cap $15 | $1 |
$5 / $5 | $200–$1,000 | 10% cap $15* | $1 |
$5 / $10 | $500–$3,000 | 10% cap $20* | $1 |
Pot Limit Omaha
Stakes | Buy-in | Rake | Jackpot |
|---|---|---|---|
$2 / $3 | $100–$400 | 10% cap $15 | Not eligible |
$5 / $5 | $400–$1,500 | 10% cap $15* | Not eligible |
$5 / $10 | $500–$3,000 | 10% cap $20* | Not eligible |
*Taken in units of $5. All games have an optional live straddle of two big blinds. Only Texas Hold'em cash games are eligible for the jackpot.
AT THE POKER ROOM
Carded Play & SkyCare
Carded Play is an important part of our SkyCare commitment — looking after you and our communities by providing an even safer gaming experience.
You must have a SHOW by SkyCity card (or valid Premier Rewards card) to play any of our Casino games, including in the Poker Room.
On sign-up, you can elect to opt-in to the SHOW by SkyCity Rewards Programme.
Frequently Asked Questions
You must be aged 20 years or older to enter the Gaming areas at SkyCity Auckland.
At SkyCity, we are proud to provide you with a world-class environment to enjoy. We require a neat and tidy standard of dress at all times. The following items are not appropriate:
Torn or damaged clothing (except fashionably distressed items)
Dirty clothing or footwear
Safety or trade clothing (e.g. safety vests)
Sleeveless tops on men
Gang patches or insignia
Hats or caps (except for religious or medical reasons or within the Poker Zone)
Sunglasses (except within the Poker Zone)
SkyCity reserves the right to refuse entry where patrons are not appropriately dressed.