While August typically signals a quieter period for the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) with the Premier League season concluded and major tournaments like the World Matchplay in the rearview, the 2025 PDC calendar is brimming with high-stakes darts action worldwide. From Australia to Belgium, the sport’s global reach is on full display, with top players like Luke Littler, Michael van Gerwen, and Gerwyn Price competing in electrifying events. Despite the so-called summer break, the PDC’s World Series, European Tour, and ProTour events ensure fans have plenty to cheer for. “The PDC circuit just keeps growing,” said PDC chief executive Matt Porter, reflecting on the sport’s relentless momentum. Here’s a deep dive into the thrilling darts lineup for August 2025, offering fans a chance to witness the oche’s biggest stars in action.
The month kicks off with the PDC Australian Darts Masters from August 8-9 at the WIN Entertainment Centre in Wollongong, Australia. This World Series event pits eight elite PDC players, including reigning world champion Luke Littler and three-time world champion Michael van Gerwen, against eight top qualifiers from the Australian and New Zealand circuits. The straight knockout format promises intense battles, with local hero Simon Whitlock, the 2010 PDC World Championship runner-up, aiming to shine on home soil. “It’s always special to play in front of Aussie fans,” Whitlock said, emphasizing the electric atmosphere. Broadcast on ITV in the UK and DAZN internationally, the event is a must-watch for fans Down Under, starting at 7:00 p.m. AEST (5:00 a.m. BST). Streaming is available via PDCTV for subscribers outside the UK, Ireland, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, where broadcast restrictions apply.
Hot on its heels, the PDC New Zealand Darts Masters takes place August 15-16 at Auckland’s Spark Arena. This World Series event follows the same format, with PDC stars facing off against regional qualifiers. Gerwyn Price, the 2025 Poland Darts Masters champion, is a standout contender, alongside rising talents like Luke Humphries, who claimed the 2025 Premier League title. “The World Series is about bringing darts to every corner of the globe,” Porter noted, highlighting the event’s role in expanding the sport’s footprint. Fans can catch the action live on ITV or stream it on DAZN and Viaplay, with matches starting at 7:00 p.m. NZST (6:00 a.m. BST). For New Zealand viewers abroad, a VPN like NordVPN can unlock access to local streams. The event also serves as a qualifier for the World Series of Darts Finals, adding extra stakes for players vying for a spot in Amsterdam’s September showdown.
The action shifts to Europe for the Flanders Darts Trophy from August 29-31 at Antwerp Xpo in Belgium, the 10th event of the expanded 14-event PDC European Tour. Featuring 48 players, including the top 16 from the PDC Order of Merit and qualifiers from the ProTour, this three-day tournament is a battleground for ranking points. Recent European Tour qualifiers like Ritchie Edhouse and Niko Springer, who secured spots for Events 11-12 in Hildesheim, underscore the fierce competition. “Winning a ranking title feels unreal,” said Jermaine Wattimena after his Players Championship 23 triumph, a sentiment echoed by players chasing glory in Antwerp. Broadcast on PDCTV, DAZN, and Viaplay, the event starts at 1:00 p.m. CEST (12:00 p.m. BST), with tickets available via PDC Europe’s website. The European Tour’s growth to 14 events in 2025 reflects the PDC’s commitment to elevating the sport, with Göttingen’s return as a host city later in the year further expanding its reach.
Rounding out August, Players Championships 24 and 25 take place on August 25-26 at Arena MK in Milton Keynes, UK. These non-televised ProTour events, exclusive to the 128 PDC Tour Card holders, are critical for players like Sebastian Bialecki, who claimed his maiden ranking title at Players Championship 22. With 34 Players Championship events in 2025—four more than in 2024—the ProTour offers a grueling test of consistency, with the top 64 on the Players Championship Order of Merit qualifying for November’s Finals in Minehead. “The ProTour is where you prove yourself,” Bialecki said after his breakthrough win. Streamed live on PDCTV, these events start at 12:00 p.m. BST, offering fans a chance to see emerging talents battle it out.
August 2025 also sets the stage for the ANZ Premier League, a new eight-night knockout series across Australia and New Zealand, running from October 4 to November 22. While its later dates fall outside August, the qualification process through the Australian Darts Masters and NZ Darts Masters makes these events pivotal. Eight elite players, including Whitlock, compete for a spot in the 2025/26 PDC World Darts Championship, adding intrigue to the month’s action. Fans can follow the global spectacle on PDCTV, ITV, Sky Sports, or streaming platforms like DAZN and Viaplay, depending on the event and region. With darts’ popularity soaring—thanks to stars like Littler, who became the youngest world champion at 17—August 2025 proves there’s no offseason for the sport’s biggest moments.
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