October at Rivers Casino Philadelphia: Comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes and Singers Peabo Bryson and Ruben Studdard, Plus Pink Ribbon Payout Drawings

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OCTOBER AT RIVERS CASINO PHILADELPHIA: COMEDIAN ANJELAH JOHNSON-REYES AND SINGERS PEABO BRYSON AND RUBEN STUDDARD, PLUS PINK RIBBON PAYOUT DRAWINGS

PHILADELPHIA — Oct. 1, 2025 — Rivers Casino Philadelphia is bringing a mix of live entertainment and special promotions to guests throughout October.

The Event Center welcomes comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes as well as singers Peabo Bryson and Ruben Studdard. Guests can also take part in the Pink Ribbon Payout Drawings every Saturday, where play supports the Fox Chase Cancer Center of Philadelphia.

New Rush Rewards members have a chance to win pro football tickets, and progressive jackpots on the gaming floor continue to climb toward $500,000.

Pink Ribbon Payout Drawings

Rush Rewards members can win a share of $55,000 in Free Slot Play every Saturday in October and on Nov. 1. Entries are earned by playing slots and table games throughout the month.

Drawings will be held every 30 minutes from 6 to 9 p.m. each Saturday. Five winners in each drawing will receive between $150 and $1,000 in Free Slot Play.

For each winner, Rivers will donate $25 to the Fox Chase Cancer Center of Philadelphia, and for each unclaimed prize, $150 will be donated.

Upcoming Headliners in The Event Center

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes — Thursday, Oct. 9

Get ready for a night of laugh-out-loud storytelling as comedy veteran and internet sensation Anjelah Johnson-Reyes brings The Family Reunion Tour to The Event Center on Thursday, Oct. 9. Tickets are on sale now, starting at $49. Showtime is 8 p.m.

Peabo Bryson and Ruben Studdard — Friday, Oct. 10

Two powerhouse voices, one unforgettable night — Rivers Casino welcomes Peabo Bryson and Ruben Studdard to The Event Center on Friday, Oct. 10, at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and start at $49.

‘In Conversation With The Sopranos’ — Saturday, Nov. 8

With in-person appearances by Michael Imperioli, Steve Schirripa and Vincent Pastore, Rivers welcomes fans of the iconic HBO series “The Sopranos” for a night of unforgettable stories, laughs and behind-the-scenes secrets. “In Conversation With The Sopranos,” a live show centered on the making of the hit series, takes The Event Center stage on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and start at $39.

Score Big: Pro Football Tickets or Free Slot Play for New Rush Rewards Members

New Rush Rewards members have the chance to win big with New Member Ticket Mania. Sign up now through Wednesday, Dec. 10, and you’ll be entered to win a pair of tickets to a regular-season Philadelphia pro football game. Each Wednesday leading up to Dec. 10, one winner will be drawn for tickets to the next home game and four additional winners will each receive $100 in Free Slot Play.

Plus, every new member wins right away. Get $10 in Free Slot Play just for joining and keep earning — every 100 Tier Points equals $10 in Free Slot Play, up to $1,000. Don’t forget to swipe your players card at a promotional kiosk on your enrollment day to activate your rewards. Full details are available at the Rush Rewards Players Club.

Pro Football Perks: Win Weekly at Rivers’ Sportsbook and Poker Room

From October through December, guests can qualify for weekly drawings by placing eligible wagers* on pro football games in the BetRivers Sportsbook or by logging 15 hours of cash play in the Poker Room. Each week, two winners — one from sportsbook and one from poker — will receive the grand prize: $250 in food and beverage at a reserved table or booth in the sportsbook. Each entrant will have the option of receiving a hat or T-shirt.

*Qualifying wagers include a $50 carded wager with +100 odds or greater on a pro football game.

Rivers Poker Room

The Rivers Casino Poker Room will offer more than $320,000 in cash game promotions in October. Philly’s first poker room features high hand payouts ranging from $200 to $1,000 every day at various times.

October High Hand Highlights:

Top payouts listed for each day

·         Monday, instant $200 payouts to the first 25 winners

o    Special $12,000 High Hand Giveaway on Oct. 13 

·         Tuesday, $1,000

·         Wednesday, $700

·         Thursday rollovers, $1,000

·         Friday, $1,000

·         Saturday, $1,000

·         Sunday, $1,000

For additional details, please visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia, follow @RiversPokerPhl on X or visit the Bravo Poker Live app.

BetRivers Sportsbook

With a variety of betting options, guests can watch and wager on the baseball playoffs, college and pro football, boxing, the UFC and more.

UFC 320: Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 — Saturday, Oct. 4

Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira, live from Las Vegas, will be shown in the BetRivers Sportsbook on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 8 p.m.

UFC 321: Aspinall vs. Gane — Saturday, Oct. 25

Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane, live from Abu Dhabi, will be shown in the BetRivers Sportsbook on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 10 a.m.

The sportsbook features 33 kiosks that are open 24/7. Tickets can be cashed at any time; writer windows are open during select times. Please visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia for pay-per-view reservations and more watch-and-wager information.

Jackpots Approaching $500,000 and Growing Daily

The Mega Jackpot for the shared progressive between Ultimate Texas Hold ’Em and Mississippi Stud is over $464,000 and growing daily.

Additionally, the progressive jackpot for the Royal 9 Baccarat at Rivers Casino is approaching $400,000 and continues to increase daily. Guests are eligible for the jackpot if they place a bonus wager for their unique King-Nine hand designation.

October Gaming

This month and every month, Rivers Casino Philadelphia offers daily promotions, incentives and opportunities throughout the gaming floor to play and win. Rush Rewards members regularly receive notices by mail and email of drawings for Free Slot Play, giveaways, food and travel offers, cash drawings and more. For a current list of gaming floor promotions, poker room promotions and table games action, visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia.

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ABOUT RIVERS CASINO PHILADELPHIA

Located along the Delaware River waterfront in Fishtown, Rivers Casino Philadelphia features more than 1,500 slots, 70 table games, 47 hybrid and automated gaming seats, a 28-table poker room, and a designated sportsbook area for live sports betting. Dining options in the casino’s Marketplace include Rita’s Italian Ice, Dunkin’, Sapore Slice and a grab-and-go deli. The casino also offers an array of distinctive restaurants and bars — among them are Sapore, a welcoming Italian kitchen; Mian, featuring authentic Asian cuisine; and FLIPT, which serves classic burgers and shakes. Guests can enjoy riverfront views, live performances in The Event Center, free parking and daily promotions and giveaways. Riversuites at The Battery is the casino’s luxury boutique hotel. For additional information and current offers, please visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia.

MEDIA CONTACT

Jeff Shurilla

For Rivers Casino Philadelphia

215-764-2376 (cell)

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