MAY AT RIVERS CASINO PORTSMOUTH: BIG BROTHER CASTING CALL, COMEDIAN STAVROS HALKIAS, MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH, AND GIFT EXPRESS DEBUTS

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — May 1, 2025 —  It’s a star-studded month at Rivers Casino Portsmouth, where fun and excitement take center stage. From a national reality show casting call to side-splitting laughs with comedian Stavros Halkias, plus spectacular dining and entertainment experiences—there’s something for every guest to enjoy this May. 

Big Brother – First Open Casting Call in Portsmouth

Could you be the next Head of Household? In collaboration with WTKR News 3, Rivers Casino Portsmouth will host an in-person casting call for Big Brother Season 27 on Friday, May 9, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Event Center. 

Participants will deliver a one-minute on-camera pitch and automatically be entered into a drawing to win an all-expense-paid trip for two to attend a live Eviction Night at CBS Studio Center this summer. Plus, reality TV star Cirie Fields, known for her standout performances on Survivor, The Traitors, and Big Brother Season 25, will make a special appearance to meet fans and offer audition tips.

WTKR’s Coast Live will broadcast live from the event on May 9 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., with special prizes and giveaways for early attendees.  Visit WTKR.com to review eligibility, complete required forms, and get ready for your chance to step inside the Big Brother house!

Stavros Halkias Performs Live in The Event Center 

The Dreamboat Tour is coming to Portsmouth! Podcaster Stavros Halkias brings his hilarious stand-up comedy act to The Event Center on Friday, May 9, at 8 p.m. 

Tickets start at $39 and can be purchased online at RiversCasino.com/portsmouth/entertainment/the-event-center.

Guests must be 21+. 

Indulge in Elegance at Admiral’s Steak & Seafood

• Patio Season Debuts May 3 at Admiral’s Steak & Seafood – The patio officially opens for the season at Admiral’s Steak & Seafood on Saturday, May 3. Guests can enjoy full bar service, plush lounge seating, and al fresco dining on Admiral’s spacious outdoor patio. To celebrate the season, live music will light up the patio every Saturday from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. throughout the summer, creating the perfect backdrop for relaxed and memorable evenings. 
• Sunday Brunch at Admiral’s – Brunch is served the first Sunday of every month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Admiral’s Steak & Seafood. Guests can enjoy an elevated dining experience featuring fresh pastries, artisan breads, house-made accompaniments, and decadent desserts — followed by a selection of refined first courses and signature entrées.
• Mother’s Day Celebration – Treat mom to a special, unforgettable brunch at Admiral’s on Sunday, May 11, 2025.  Reservations are encouraged and are now being accepted. 
• Jazz Nights – Every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., enjoy live jazz and dining specials. 
• Happy Hour – Every Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. indulge in delicious food and drink specials at Portsmouth’s premier steak and seafood restaurant.   
• Reservations can be made at RiversCasino.com/portsmouth/dining/admirals-steak-and-seafood. 

BetRivers Sportsbook – Fight Watch Parties

BetRivers Sportsbook is the regional hotspot to wager on all your favorite sports—especially this month’s blockbuster fight events. Don’t miss a minute of the action:

• Ryan Garcia vs. Rolando Romero – On Friday, May 2, the action starts at 7 p.m. Eastern from Times Square in New York City.
• Canelo Álvarez vs. William Scull – On Saturday, May 3, the action starts at 11 p.m. Eastern from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Visit: RiversCasino.com/portsmouth/casino/sportsbook for reservations and additional watch-and-wager information.

Leave the Gaming Floor a Winner! 

Whether it’s the $1 Million Jackpot or an exclusive luxury gift, the gaming floor offers new opportunities to win big.  

• The Final Month – $1 Million Jackpot Party – From now until May 30, Rush Rewards members earn one drawing entry for every 50 Reward Points. Every Friday at 8 p.m., five winners will advance to the June drawing party, where they’ll compete for a spot in the Grand Finale in Schenectady, NY, August 8-10, with a $1 million prize on the line.
• Gift Express – Launching May 4, Rush Rewards members can now redeem an expanded selection of gifts directly from the slot machine—powered by Gift & Go—and have them delivered straight to their homes.

For a full list of gaming promotions, poker tournaments, and table games, visit RiversCasino.com/portsmouth/promotions.

The Sound Bar – Live Music with a Local Beat

Kick off the weekend with live music at The Sound Bar—featuring local bands and DJs in a high-energy atmosphere. The party starts at 9 p.m. every Friday and Saturday with a full-service bar just steps from the gaming floor.  

Visit RiversCasino.com/portsmouth/entertainment/the-sound-bar for the full entertainment lineup.

“Rivers Gives” in Hampton Roads

Through Rivers Gives, the casino’s community engagement initiative, Rivers Casino Portsmouth actively engages in community service, focusing on volunteerism, corporate giving, and donation drives.

This month, Team Members will participate in the Law Enforcement United Bike Ride. The casino is also proud to support Roc Solid Foundation as its May charity partner and will also sponsor Roc Solid Night for the Fight. Guests can join this philanthropic effort by donating chips, vouchers, or cash on the gaming floor to benefit this important cause.

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About Rivers Casino Portsmouth

Rivers Casino Portsmouth is a world-class destination—a $340 million local

investment—located along Victory Boulevard, south of I-264. As part of Portsmouth’s New

Entertainment District, the complex currently features a full-service casino, poker room,

BetRivers Sportsbook, event and conference venues, premier restaurants, and more. Rivers

Casino Portsmouth is Virginia’s first permanent casino and the latest addition to Rush Street

Gaming, one of the fastest-growing casino and entertainment companies in the country. Rush

Street Gaming and its affiliates have developed and operate successful casinos in Pittsburgh,

Pennsylvania; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Des Plaines, Illinois; and Schenectady, New York. All

Rush Street Gaming casinos, including Rivers Casino Portsmouth, have been voted a “Best

Place to Work” or “Top Workplace” by their Team Members. For more information about Rivers

Casino Portsmouth, including ongoing career opportunities, please visit RiversCasino.com.

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