The PDC World Darts Championship returns to Alexandra Palace from Friday 11 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, with 128 players in the first round. It’s three weeks of near-daily action, and bookmakers run darts promotions throughout. Here’s what to look for.
World Darts Championship 2026/27 at a glance
- Dates: Friday 11 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027.
- Venue: Alexandra Palace, London.
- Field: 128 players in round one.
- Christmas break: no play from 24 to 27 December.
- All offers are 18+ and T&Cs apply.
Darts betting offers to look for
Price boosts on 180s and checkouts. Expect boosted prices on markets such as a player to hit a 180 or a 100+ checkout. Compare the boosted price with other bookmakers’ normal prices before you bet.
Acca boosts and acca insurance. Busy sessions make darts accas popular. Insurance usually refunds one losing leg as a free bet. Read acca insurance explained for how it works.
Bet builders. Many bookmakers let you combine match result, total 180s and highest checkout in one bet. See bet builders explained.
New-customer free bets. Welcome offers can be used on darts. Check the minimum odds, because many darts favourites are odds-on.
Tips for using a free bet on darts
- Free bets don’t return the stake, so use them on bigger prices rather than short-priced favourites.
- Early rounds are short (first to three sets), so upsets happen more often than in later rounds.
- Check whether a market settles on the match or a specific set before you bet.
Free bets you can use on the World Darts Championship
New customers only, and T&Cs apply:
Free bet offers
Paddy Power Sports Easy Low risk
£30 in free bets
18+ · Code YSKAST · £5 bet at evens+ · £30 free bets · 30 days · Debit/Apple Pay/bank
Full T&Cs
18+ · New Customer offer - Use promo code YSKAST. Place a min £5 bet on the sportsbook at odds of min EVS (2.0) and get £30 in free bets. Free bet rewards valid for 30 days. Only deposits via Pay by Bank, Debit Cards & Apple Pay will qualify for this offer. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly
Kwiff Sports Easy Very low risk
£40 in free bets
18+ · £10 bet at 2.0+ in 5 days · 4 x £10 free bets (3+ legs each) · 7-day expiry
Full T&Cs
New UK customers. £10 cash bet, min. odds 2.0, in 5 days of deposit. Get 4x £10 Free Bets: Single, 2 Accas & Bet Builder (3+ legs each). Excl. cashout, E/W, Multis, Ineligible Markets & Odds Boosts. 7-day expiry. T&Cs apply. 18+ | GambleAware
Unibet Sports Easy Very low risk
£40 in free bets
18+ · Opt in · Dep & bet £20 at 2.0+ in 7 days · £40 free bets · 7 days · Debit/bank only
Full T&Cs
18+ | GambleAware.org. New GB customers only. Opt in, deposit and Bet £20+ on sports at min odds of 2.0+ (1/1) for £40 in Free Bets within 7 days of registration. Debit cards or instant bank transfers only. Free bets expire within 7 days of issue. Geographical restrictions and T&C’s apply.
Sky Bet Easy Low risk
£30 in free bets
18+ · First £5+ single/EW bet at evens+ · 3 x £10 bet tokens · 30 days · Stake not returned
Full T&Cs
18+ · New customers only. First single & E/W bet only. Odds of 1/1 or greater. 3 X £10 bet tokens. Free bet stakes not included in returns. Free bets exclude virtuals. Free bets are non withdrawable. Free bets expire after 30 days. Eligibility restrictions and further T&Cs apply.
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World Darts Championship betting FAQ
Friday 11 December 2026. The final is on Sunday 3 January 2027. Yes. There is no play from 24 to 27 December. Usually, yes. Most welcome free bets can be used on any sport, but check the minimum odds and expiry date.When does the 2026/27 World Darts Championship start?
Is there a break over Christmas?
Can I use a welcome free bet on darts?
