Celebrate Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady’s Lucky 7th Anniversary Along With Lunar New Year and Valentine’s Day in February

Schenectady, NY (January 31, 2024) – Guests in February can win big and celebrate Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady’s lucky 7th Anniversary, the Lunar New Year, and Valentine’s Day with exciting gaming promotions, delicious food & beverage specials, fantastic live entertainment, and special room rates at The Landing Hotel.

 This month’s highlights include a chance to win CASH during the For the Love of Cash! and 7 Days of Winning promotions, the return of Cage Wars MMA, Valentine’s Day Dinner at Dukes Chophouse, a Big Game Party at Van Slyck’s, Lunar New Year Lion Dance and Concert, FREE UFC pay-per-view, Country Nights at Van Slyck’s and other great live entertainment.

Gaming

 Gaming Floor - The Rivers Casino gaming floor with slots, video poker and more is open 24/7. Full beverage service is available Sunday through Thursday until 2 a.m. and on Friday and Saturday until 4 a.m. Non-alcoholic beverage service available 24/7.

 Table Games - Table games are available Sunday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 4 a.m. and Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. until 5 a.m.

 For the Love of Cash! - Guests in February will have a chance to win up to $5000 CASH during the Rivers For the Love of Cash! promotion. Until Friday, February 23, Rush Rewards members can earn 1 entry for every 25 points on eligible slot and video poker machines, and 2 entries for every 25 points earned on table games for a chance to win. Guests can also receive FREE bonus entries by swiping daily at the promotional kiosk. Every Friday in February at 8 p.m., 5 guests will be selected to spin the prize wheel and win up to $5000 CASH! Winners must be present and have three minutes to claim.

 7 Days of Winning - As part of Rivers Casino’s 7th Anniversary Celebration, every day from February 1 until February 7, Rush Rewards guests can play the Lucky 7 Swipes kiosk game for a chance to win $1000 CASH! Also, follow Rivers Casino on its social media channels for a chance to win concert tickets, gift cards, and more!

 Lunar New Year Players Card - Throughout the month of February, Rush Rewards guests can pick up a limited-edition Year of the Dragon Rush Rewards card. Cards are available at the Rush Rewards desk during regular hours of operation while supplies last.

 Royal Flush Bonus - Throughout 2024, any guest who hits a Royal Flush while actively playing with their Rush Rewards card in a video poker machine at Van Slyck’s will win up to $500 Slot Play! A minimum bet of $5 is required to be eligible and slot play is valid for 24 hours.

 Young at Heart Wednesdays - Every Wednesday in February, Rush Rewards members ages 55 and older can visit a promotional kiosk to print a voucher for a free regular coffee or fountain drink at Flipt, Villa Italia or Johnny’s To Go between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m., and play a free kiosk game from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. for a chance to win prizes including Slot Play and Dining Credits. Guests can also enjoy LIVE music EVERY Wednesday from 2 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. at Van Slyck’s. On Valentines Day (February 14) the first 50 guests will also receive FREE roses.

 Cruise into Rewards - Rush Rewards members can take a vacation at sea with MSC Cruises! Rivers’ Cruise into Rewards program grants Rush Reward members at all Rivers Casino locations an annual cruise benefit that applies to most of the company’s sailings worldwide. The tier status of each Rivers Casino Rush Rewards member determines the level of their yearly MSC Cruises reward. Black Tier and Platinum Tier Members will all receive benefits. For more information about the program, and annual cruise benefit, visit RiversCasino.com/Schenectady.

 Rush Rewards New Member Promotion - Any guest who signs up for Rush Rewards and earns 5 points on the same day as their sign-up will unlock a mini-game on a promotional kiosk for a chance to win up to $500 in Slot Play or Free Bet. Valid for new Rush Rewards members only.

 Rivers Salutes - All military veterans and active-duty enlisted can visit Rush Rewards to pick up a new and exclusive Rivers Salutes Rush Rewards Card, which can be used for special discounts and offers. Must show valid military ID.

Complete promotional details and/or official rules available at Rush Rewards.

 There is no cost to join Rush Rewards, and members earn points for their slot play and table game play by inserting their card into the slot machine or presenting it to table games dealers before starting the game. The more points earned, the more reward benefits members will receive.

Entertainment

 Country Weekends at Van Slyck’s - Country music nights are back once again at Van Slyck’s when fans will be treated to two fun-filled nights with live bands and a DJ. Tompkins Drive will hit the stage on Friday, February 2 and Whiskey Highway will entertain guests on Saturday, February 3. CMA winner and local radio personality Kevin Richards will keep the music going between sets both nights. Bands start at 8 p.m. and finish at 1 a.m.

 Van Slyck’s - Guests can dance the night away with LIVE bands at Van Slyck’s bar every Friday and Saturday night. Bands are on from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Full entertainer schedule posted on RiversCasino.com/Schenectady.

 Cage Wars 64 - (SOLD OUT) Cage Wars mixed martial arts returns to the Rivers Casino Event Center on Friday, February 9, 2024. Cage Wars 64 features local and regional amateur MMA fighters squaring off in the octagon to determine the Cage Wars 64 champion. Fight fans can expect another night of intense and exciting matchups. Weigh-ins will take place at Van Slyck’s on Thursday, February 8 at 6 p.m. On fight night, doors open at 6 p.m. and the fights begin at 7 p.m.

 Lunar New Year Lion Dance - On Saturday, February 10 at 5 p.m. guests can celebrate the Lunar New Year with a traditional lion dance. The dance will start in the valet lobby and end on the casino floor where guests may also receive lucky $2 bills. Guests are also invited to check out the Lunar New Year display in the valet lobby. 

 Big Game Party with DJ MixitUpNY - Guests can watch the Big Game and party with DJ MixitUpNY at Van Slyck’s on Sunday, February 11 from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. Starting at 5 p.m., the first 50 Rush Rewards guests can also print a FREE drink voucher from a promotional kiosk. Voucher is only redeemable at Van Slyck’s bar on the day of the event. The event is free and open to the public. Must be 21+.

 Dukes Chophouse - LIVE music returns to Dukes Chophouse on Wednesday, February 14 (Valentines Day) and then, beginning on Friday, February 16, every Friday and Saturday night. Entertainment runs from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. and performers include local jazz musicians, pianists and more. Full entertainer schedule posted on RiversCasino.com/Schenectady.

 Lunar New Year Concert - (SOLD OUT) Guests will celebrate the Lunar New Year with a Vietnamese Concert performance at the Rivers Event Center on Friday, February 23. Concert includes live performances from Bằng Kiều, MC Ngọc Hân, Minh Tuyêt, Trường Vũ, Như Quỳnh, and Quỳnh Vi. Doors open at 8 p.m. and show starts at 9 p.m.

Upcoming entertainment:

 DJ Pauly D - (SOLD OUT) Jersey Shore star, DJ Pauly D, will be bringing his high-energy show to the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center on Friday, March 1, 2024. It’s sure to be an exciting night of dancing, fist-pumping, and fun as DJ Pauly D entertains guests with his one-of-a-kind DJ style and infectious personality. The evening kicks off at 8 p.m. with local favorites DJ Tomb and DJ Ketchup.

 POP 2000 Tour - It will be a pop vocal hits extravaganza when the POP 2000 Tour rolls into the Rivers Casino Event Center on Friday, June 28, 2024. Hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, and featuring performances by platinum-selling artists O-Town, BBMak, Ryan Cabrera and LFO, the POP 2000 Tour delivers the MTV TRL moments that will bring guests right back to the early 2000s. Tickets start at $29 and are available at RiversCasino.com/Schenectady. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

Poker Room

 Poker Room - Rivers Casino’s Poker Room is open daily from 10 a.m. until 2 a.m. The Poker Room includes 16 tables and offers a variety of poker games. This month’s poker room promotions include daily High Hand Giveaways where players have the chance to win up to $600 in chips.

 Rebuy No Limit Hold ‘em Tournaments - Sunday, February 4, Rivers will be holding rebuy no limit hold ‘em tournaments with a $2000 guaranteed prize pool. Tournaments begin at 5:15 p.m. with registration starting at 3:15 p.m. Buy-in is $25, with $10 rebuys, for 2000 chips. Players may re-enter as a new player until the beginning of level 9. Winners will receive prizes in chips.

 Monday No Limit Hold ‘em Poker Tournaments - Mondays in February (except for February 26), Rivers will be holding a no-limit hold ‘em tournament with a $10,000 guaranteed prize pool and re-entries. Tournaments begin at 6:45 p.m., with registration starting at 4:45 p.m. if playing in a cash game, and 4:45 p.m. otherwise. Tournament fee is $200 for 15,000 in tournament chips, and any player that purchases their entry before 5:45 p.m. will receive an extra 1,500 chips. Players will also earn 500 bonus chips for each hour played up to three hours and another 1,000 bonus chips for the fourth hour, for a maximum of 2,500 extra chips. Players may also re-enter as a new player until the beginning of level 7. All fees apply for re-entry.

 Big Game Hot Seat Drawings - During the Big Game on Sunday, February 11, after every touchdown or field goal an active player will be selected to win at least $200 in chips, and after every safety a random table will be selected where every player at the table will win at least $200 in chips.

 Rivers Revival No Limit Hold ‘em Tournaments - Sunday, February 18, Rivers will be holding a no-limit hold ‘em tournament with a $10,000 guaranteed prize pool and re-entries. Tournaments begin at 12:15 p.m., with registration starting at 10:15 a.m. Tournament fee is $200 for 15,000 in tournament chips, and any player that purchases their entry before 11:15 a.m. will receive an extra 1,500 chips. Players may also re-enter as a new player until the beginning of level 13. All fees apply for re-entry.

Rivers Sportsbook

 The popular Rivers Sportsbook is open for guests to place bets and catch the action on all major sporting events including the Big Game, basketball, and hockey. Self-betting kiosks are open 24/7. Manned betting windows are open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. until midnight, and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. until midnight. Rush Rewards members can also earn Reward Points on all wagers placed at the Rivers Sportsbook.

 Big Game Viewing - Sunday, February 11, catch the Big Game on the 53’ LED video wall, bet on all the action, and enjoy $5 Coors Light and Miller Lite Drafts, $6 Coors Light, Coors Banquet, and Miller Lite 16-ounce cans, and $25 buckets (5 each) of Coors Light, Coors Banquet, and Miller Lite cans.

 UFC 298 Pay-Per-View - On Saturday, February 17, guests will be able to enjoy the UFC 298 Pay-Per-View featuring Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria for free and bet on all the action LIVE at the Rivers Sportsbook. Main card scheduled to begin at 10 p.m.

Food and Beverage

 Dukes Chophouse has dinner available Sunday through Thursday from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. until 11 p.m.

 Dukes Bar is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until midnight and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 1 a.m.

 Flipt, the casino’s burger and sandwich restaurant, is open daily with breakfast served from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. and regular menu from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m.

 Mian, the casino’s fast casual Asian dining restaurant, is open from 4 p.m. until 2 a.m daily.

 Johnny’s To Go, the casino’s pizza, pasta, and specialty sandwich outlet, is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 3 a.m.

 Starbucks is open Sunday through Thursday from 5:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5:30 a.m. until 1 a.m. Starbucks offers a complete menu including freshly brewed coffee and hot teas, blended beverages, smoothies, pastries, sandwiches, and other grab-and-go snacks. Guests can also use the Starbucks mobile app to place orders.

 Villa Italia is open Sunday through Thursday from 6 a.m. until 2 a.m. and 24 hours on Friday and Saturday.

 Van Slyck’s bar is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 4 a.m.

 7th Anniversary Cupcakes - Thursday, February 8 from 10 a.m. until Noon and from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. FREE cupcakes from Villa Italia will be distributed to guests on the casino floor as part of Rivers Casino’s 7th Anniversary Celebration. Available while supplies last.

 Football Beer Specials - On Big Game Sunday, guests at Dukes Bar and Van Slyck’s can purchase $5 Coors Light and Miller Lite Drafts, $6 Coors Light, Coors Banquet, and Miller Lite 16-ounce cans, and $25 buckets (5 each) of Coors Light, Coors Banquet, and Miller Lite cans. Offer valid during outlet regular hours while supplies last.

 Valentine’s Day Dinner at Dukes Chophouse - On Wednesday, February 14, in addition to the regular menu, guests can enjoy a delicious four-course Valentine’s Day dinner at Dukes Chophouse. First course includes choice of fried oysters with cracked pepper aioli OR figs and brie with hot honey; second course includes baby arugula salad with pomegranates gorgonzola, candied walnuts, and champagne vinaigrette; third course includes choice of sliced tenderloin with duchess potatoes, vegetables, and a roasted garlic demi OR salmon with jasmine rice, vegetables and a sweet soy glaze; and, for dessert, chocolate dipped fruits - strawberries, cherries and pineapples. Price is $80 per person, not including tax or gratuity. Dinner is available from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. Live entertainment with Christine Spero. Advanced reservations required at 1 (518) 579-8850 or at Duke’s host stand.

The Landing Hotel

 The Landing Hotel is open 24/7. The Landing Hotel Bar is open Sunday through Thursday from 4 p.m. until 11 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. until midnight.

 Snuggle Up and Save - Guests who book a Saturday night stay in February can receive 50% off the retail rate the following Sunday night. Call 1 (518) 579-8840 for reservations. 

 For more information about The Landing Hotel room packages or to make reservations go to TheLandingHotelNY.com, call 1 (518) 579-8840, or e-mail [email protected].