Crown Casino Melbourne Poker Tournaments


1994 – The Opening of Crown Casino

  • 🎉 Crown Casino Grand Opening
    Event Date
    Inauguration Ceremony May 10, 1994

    The Crown Casino officially opened its doors, becoming a premier destination for entertainment and gaming in Melbourne.

2000 – The First Major Poker Tournament

  • 🏆 First Crown Australian Poker Championship
    Event Date
    Launch of Major Poker Events June 25, 2000

    This tournament marked the beginning of Crown’s reputation as a prominent poker tournament venue in Australia.

2005 – International Recognition

  • 🌍 Crown Casino International Poker Series
    Event Date
    First International Tournament November 15, 2005

    This event attracted players from all over the world, solidifying Crown’s status on the international poker stage.

2010 – Launch of High Roller Events

  • 💎 Crown’s High Roller Tournaments
    Event Date
    Inaugural High Roller Event February 12, 2010

    These exclusive events catered to an elite group of poker players, further enhancing the casino’s prestige.

2015 – Expansion of Poker Facilities

  • 🏢 Expansion of Crown Poker Room
    Event Date
    New Poker Rooms Opened April 20, 2015

    The casino expanded its poker facilities, accommodating more players and adding new gaming options.

2020 – Virtual Poker Innovations

  • 💻 Introduction of Online Poker Tournaments
    Event Date
    Launch of Virtual Tournaments August 5, 2020

    In response to global events, Crown introduced online poker tournaments, expanding its reach to virtual players.