Big events 2026–27 and the 1xBet welcome bonus
The 1xBet sports bonus with promx111 has a 30-day turnover window, so it makes sense to register when there are plenty of fixtures you follow. The 2026–27 highlights for African bettors: the Premier League and Champions League (until May 2027), AFCON 2027 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda (19 June – 17 July 2027) and the Cricket World Cup in Southern Africa (October–November 2027).
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On this page
Calendar
| Event | When | Hosts / setting | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League 2026/27 | August 2026 – May 2027 | England | Premier League |
| Champions League 2026/27 | September 2026 – May 2027 | Europe | Champions League |
| NBA 2026/27 | October 2026 – June 2027 | USA and Canada | Basketball |
| Grand Slam tennis | January, May–June, June–July, August–September | Melbourne, Paris, London, New York | Tennis |
| AFCON 2027 | 19 June – 17 July 2027 | Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda | AFCON 2027 |
| Cricket World Cup 2027 | October–November 2027 | South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia | CWC 2027 |
Timing the 30-day window
| Register in… | Fixtures in the next 30 days | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-season (Oct–Apr) | Weekly league rounds + European nights | Plenty of choice |
| Late May / June | Few club fixtures; tournaments vary | Fewer markets unless a tournament runs |
| June 2027 | AFCON group stage onwards | National-team matches, fewer per day |
| July–early August | Pre-season friendlies | Thin, unpredictable markets |
The bonus does not get bigger during big tournaments. What changes is the number of matches you know well. Register when you have time and fixtures, not because of a countdown.
Event promotions
Around big tournaments 1xBet often runs extra offers for existing customers — boosted odds, free-bet challenges, prediction games. They come with their own terms and usually cannot be combined with an active welcome bonus. Treat them as optional extras and read the conditions on the day.
Tournament betting pitfalls
- National-team form is hard to read. Squads change and matches are fewer.
- Group-stage final rounds can involve rotated line-ups and odd incentives.
- Outright markets (tournament winner) settle only at the end and do not help with the welcome-bonus deadline.
- Hype. Big events encourage bigger stakes. Keep to the budget you set before the tournament.
Watching vs betting
Most fans enjoy tournaments without betting at all. If betting adds to the fun, keep it small and decided in advance. If it starts to feel necessary to enjoy a match, that is a sign to take a break — see responsible gambling.
Common questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can I register during a tournament? | Yes, at any time |
| Do outright bets count for the bonus? | Only if they are part of a qualifying accumulator and settle within the deadline |
| Is betting on my national team a good idea? | Emotional bets are rarely good value; keep them small |
We add a page for each major event a few months before it starts and update it as fixtures are confirmed. If there is an event you would like covered, write to us.
Event pages contain no predictions; they explain formats, settlement rules and how the welcome-bonus rules interact with each competition.
Author and page history
What changed on this page
| Date | What changed |
|---|---|
| 10 November 2026 | Page published. |
Questions readers ask
Is there a special 1xBet code for AFCON or the World Cup?
No separate welcome code; promx111 applies to all events. 1xBet may run event promotions for existing customers.
When should I register to make the most of the bonus?
When you have 30 days of fixtures you would bet on anyway — not because a tournament is starting.
Do event promotions stack with the welcome bonus?
Usually not while the welcome bonus is active. Check the promotion terms.
Sources
- Africa Cup of Nations confirm dates for Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda — Citizen Digital (AFP), 3 May 2026
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