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Celebrate Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady’s 4th Anniversary Along With Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras in February

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Rivers Casino
Press Release
Feb 01, 2021

Schenectady, NY (February 1, 2021) – Guests in February can win big and celebrate Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady’s 4th Anniversary, Valentine’s Day, and Mardi Gras with delicious food & drink specials, exciting new gaming promotions, and special room rates at The Landing Hotel.

The casino’s current daily hours of operation are from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. with downtime being used for intensive property-wide deep cleaning in addition to the continuous sanitizing taking place throughout the day. Guests are required to wear face coverings (masks) at all times and have their temperature taken before entry.

Gaming Floor

The Rivers “Sure Bet Sanitized” Team continues to work around the clock to keep the casino safe and sanitized. In addition to slots throughout the gaming floor, guests are able to play on all of the casino’s table games including craps and roulette. Plexiglass barriers separating slot machines, players, and dealers have been installed for safety, and guests will be required to sanitize their hands before and after play. The casino’s poker room has been converted into a gaming lounge.

 

February Royals Bonus – Throughout the month of February, guests who hit a Royal Flush while playing with their Rush Rewards card on a video poker machine at Van Slyck’s will also win $1000 in Free Slot Play. A minimum bet of $5 is required and Free Slot Play is valid for 24 hours.

Young at Heart Mondays – Every Monday in 2021, Rush Rewards members ages 55 and older can participate in a True Time Slot Tournament between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. where the Top 10 high scorers will win a share of $1,375 in cash. Guests can also print a voucher at a promotional kiosk for a free regular coffee or fountain drink at Flipt or Villa Italia between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. and book a Sunday night stay at The Landing Hotel for just $55, based on availability and exclusions.

Rush Rewards New Member Promotion – Throughout 2021, 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 slot machine for a chance to win up to 10,000 bonus points. Valid for new Rush Rewards members only.  

 

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. These include free play, food offers, entries into promotional drawings, discounted room rates, personalized casino host services and more. 

 

Rivers Sportsbook

The popular Rivers Sportsbook is open for guests to place bets on the Big Game and other major sporting events. Self-betting kiosks are open during the casino’s regular hours from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. daily, and manned betting windows are available daily from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. 

 

 

Food and Beverage

Mian, Johnny’s To-Go, and Van Slyck’s are not open at this time. Flipt, the casino’s burger and sandwich restaurant, is open with an enhanced menu, including select favorites from Dukes Chophouse and pizza from Johnny’s To-Go. Villa Italia is open daily from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. Dukes Chophouse is open with a limited menu and reduced hours of operation (Dinner available  Wednesday through Sunday from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m., and Dukes Bar is open for beverage and bar menu service Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m.)

$4 Four Year Anniversary Specials – Guests can celebrate Rivers Casino’s 4th Anniversary with special $4 food and beverage items. $4 specials include a glass of wine at Dukes Bar, a classic single burger at Flipt, and a mini Bundt cake box at Villa Italia. Offers available during outlets’ regular hours of operation from February 1st though the 8th while supplies last.

Valentine’s Day Dinner at Dukes Chophouse – February 12th through the 14th, guests at Dukes Chophouse can purchase two special prix fixe entrées and a dessert duet for $125. Choice of entrée includes a bacon wrapped 8-ounce Filet Oscar topped with seared scallops, with charred asparagus and béarnaise or lobster risotto cooked with sweet peas and roasted red peppers topped with a split lobster tail and finished with a tarragon brown butter sauce. Dessert choice includes a duet of chocolate covered strawberries or a strawberry cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries and cinnamon whipped cream. Offer available during Dukes regular hours of operation and price does not include tax and gratuity. Advanced reservations suggested at 1 (518) 579-8850.

Valentine’s Day Mega Milkshake – Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Mega Milkshake at Flipt for $12.50. Guests can choose from chocolate, vanilla or strawberry all topped with loads of sweat treats. Offer available on February 14 during Flipt’s lunch and dinner menu hours while supplies last.

Mardi Gras Special at Flipt – Celebrate Fat Tuesday with two Shrimp Po’ Boy Sliders topped with a black pepper vinegar slaw and Cajun remoulade for $9. Offer available on February 16 during Flipt’s lunch and dinner menu hours while supplies last.

New Orleans Hurricane at Dukes – Guests can celebrate Mardi Gras with a New Orleans Hurricane for $8 at Dukes Bar. Offer available on February 16 during Dukes Bar regular hours of operation while supplies last.

February Special at Dukes Chophouse – Throughout the month of February guests can enjoy a special seared lamb chops entrée topped with Cippolini onion alongside garlic herb roasted red potatoes with a fresh mint oil for $36+tax. Guests can also enjoy 50% off select bottles of wine with purchase. Offer available during Dukes regular dinner hours. 

Dukes Burger & Beer Special – Throughout the end of March guests can enjoy a Dukes Burger with a flight of beer for just $24. Flight includes choice of four 4-ounce beers on tap. Available at Dukes Bar during regular hours of operation.

Naughty Hot Chocolate – Until the end of March guests can purchase a hot chocolate with a shot of liquor at Villa Italia for $6. Offer available during Villa Italia’s regular hours of operation.

Dukes Birthday Cake – Throughout 2021 guests that dine at Dukes Chophouse on their birthday will receive a complimentary slice of chocolate cake with the purchase of a dinner entrée. Guests must show proof of birthdate.

Mac Dog Monday – Every Monday through the end of March guests will be able to enjoy a footlong hot dog topped with creamy macaroni & cheese and fried jalapenos for $9 at Flipt. Offer available during Flipt’s lunch and dinner menu hours while supplies last.

Loaded Tot Tuesday – Every Tuesday through the end of March at Flipt guests can purchase a jumbo order of tater tots topped with cheddar cheese, bacon, scallions, and ranch dressing for $8.  Offer available during Flipt’s lunch and dinner menu hours while supplies last.

Wild ‘n’ Cheesy Wednesday – Every Wednesday through the end of March guests can enjoy a slow-roasted short rib grilled cheese sandwich with caramelized onion and smoked onion cheese on Tuscan bread with au jus for dipping for $12. Offer available during Flipt’s lunch and dinner menu hours while supplies last.

Happy Hour at The Landing Hotel – Guests can purchase a glass of featured wine for $5 every Wednesday through Sunday from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at The Landing Hotel Bar.

 

Entertainment

Due to COVID-19 safety precautions the Rivers Casino & Resort Event Center remains closed and all live entertainment is on hold until further notice. Previously scheduled entertainment and events have been cancelled or postponed.

 

Below is the updated list of previously scheduled events and entertainment: 

Still Surfin’ Dinner Show – CANCELLED

Changes In Latitudes Dinner Show – CANCELLED

Neil Sedaka – Postponed, new date to be determined

Johnny Rivers – Postponed, new date to be determined

Australia’s Thunder From Down Under – Postponed, new date to be determined

Aaron Lewis - Postponed, new date(s) to be determined

Tickets are available at RiversCasino.com/Schenectady, tickets.proctors.org or the Proctors Theater Box Office in Schenectady. Guests can use their current ticket for the new date or request a full refund. Refunds may take up to 4-6 weeks to process. Guests may contact the Proctors Box Office for a full refund by calling 1 (518) 346-6204 between 10 a.m – 2 p.m., Monday-Friday.

 

The Landing Hotel

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and current operating restrictions at Rivers Casino (25-percent max capacity and 10 p.m. closing time), The Landing Hotel will be closed Monday through Thursdays starting February 1, 2021. This will remain in effect until further notice. The Landing Hotel expects to resume full 24-7 operations when COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.

For guest and Team Member safety, The Landing Hotel implemented Rivers Casino’s “Sure Bet Sanitized” cleaning program, along with other new operating procedures, in order to comply with, or surpass, the state’s COVID-19 protocols. All guests are required to wear face coverings (masks) and have their temperature taken upon entry.

Valentine’s Day – Special $200 rate includes Riverview room, bottle of champagne, box of chocolates, appetizer at the Landing Bar, and late checkout. Reservations available online or call 1 (518) 579-8840. Offer available only on February 14, 2021.

Law Enforcement & Firefighter Rate – Special $91.10 discounted room rate for all law enforcement officers and firefighters. Use online codes LAW911 or FIRE911 or call 1 (518) 579-8840 and mention code for reservations. Must show proof of eligible employment upon check-in.

Suite Escape – Includes Suite, $150 credit at Dukes Chophouse, welcome champagne, cupcakes in room, and a 1 p.m. late checkout time. Use online code PKLUX or call 1 (518) 579-8840 for reservation. Not available Monday or Tuesday.

$100 Resort Credit – Guests can receive $100 credit to be used at The Landing Hotel bar, Dukes Chophouse, or Flipt. Use online code PK1HCR or call 1 (518) 579-8840 for reservations. Tax and gratuity are not included.

 

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

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