Between April 5-13, 2025, Batumi will host one of the world’s largest and most prestigious international poker tournaments – EAPT Batumi 2025, with a prize pool of $1 million.

This is the second international tournament in the series hosted by ECLIPSE POKER CLUB. The event will not only attract international players to Batumi but also has the potential to significantly impact the region’s economic, tourism, and international reputation.

High-level poker tournaments of this scale are unprecedented for Georgia and will contribute to attracting thousands of high-income tourists to the region—not only during the peak summer season but also in the off-season. The tournaments are expected to host at least 2,000 participants, along with their companions, leading to an estimated 5,000 visitors over a 10-15 day period. Their spending on hotels, restaurants, and other services will provide a significant boost to the local economy.

EAPT Batumi is not just a poker tournament—it is a unique opportunity for the region to showcase its potential on the international stage as a high-class event host. This event addresses three key challenges:

1. How to create new tourist influx channels and increase off-season tourism?
2. How to generate additional long-term value and benefits for the region by stimulating business activities?
3. How to enhance the country's global recognition?

The initiative presented by ECLIPSE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP to organize tournaments of this scale in Batumi is a significant step toward developing the city as an international entertainment, tourism, and business hub.