Celebrate the Holiday Season All Month Long

Schenectady, NY (December 1, 2023) - Every day is a holiday in December at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady where guests can enjoy spectacular live entertainment, a chance to win big with exciting gaming promotions, and delicious holiday dining offerings.

This month’s highlights include a chance to win a 2023 GMC 1500 Sierra “Elevation” Double Cab 4x4 Pick Up or CASH during the Truck Loads of Cash drawing on New Year’s Eve, a New Year’s Eve Party with the Refrigerators, a chance to win a FREE hotel suite stay during The Landing Hotel’s Elf on the Shelf Giveaway, a $50,000 Midweek Mayhem Poker Tournament, FREE Boxing and UFC pay-per-view events at the Rivers Sportsbook, delicious Holiday & NYE dining at Dukes, and more. 

New Year’s Eve Entertainment and Dining

New Year’s Eve Party with The Refrigerators - Guests are invited to ring in 2024 at Rivers Casino’s New Year’s Eve Party with The Refrigerators - the Capital Region’s original horn-fueled party band. The perfect way to close out 2023, this unforgettable party will be held at the Rivers Event Center on Sunday, December 31, 2023. Admission includes live music, dancing, party favors, cash bar, unlimited use of our New Year’s Eve photo booth by Silly Snaps, and a champagne toast at midnight. Tickets are $30 and available at RiversCasino.com/Schenectady. Tickets will also be available on the day of the event while supplies last. Doors open at 9 p.m. and the party goes until 1 a.m. Must be 21+.

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Dukes Chophouse - Guests can celebrate New Year’s Eve at Dukes Chophouse on Sunday, December 31 with a special three course prix fixe dinner. The dinner includes a choice of Beef Carpaccio with guanciale, peppers, onions and fresh bread crumbs OR Cream of parsnip with truffle soup for an appetizer; Seafood Stuffed Lobster Tail with scallops, shrimp and lobster OR Chicken Milanese with breaded chicken cutlets, arugula salad and burrata OR Tenderloin Stack with petit filet medallions, lump crab and sauce Foyot OR Vegetable Lasagna with roasted vegetables and bechamel for the main course: and a choice of Eggnog Crème Brûlée OR Flourless Chocolate Cake for dessert. Guests will also be able to enjoy live entertainment with Dan Sherwin. Cost per person is $125 +tax and gratuity. Dinner available from 4 p.m. until 11 p.m. Regular menu will also be available. Advanced reservations required by calling 1 (518) 579-8850 or at Duke’s host stand.

New Year’s Eve Weekend Entertainment at Van Slyck’s – Guests can enjoy FREE live entertainment all New Year’s Eve weekend long at Van Slyck’s. Friday, December 29 That 80’s Band will rock the stage with DJ Nick Papagiorgio keeping the party going between sets; Saturday, NineDeeezNite will entertain guests with DJ Jay Pierre; and on New Year’s Eve In The Dust and DJ Rvmba will jump start the new year in style. Bands are on from 8 p.m. until 1 a.m. with DJ’s from 9 p.m. until 11 p.m.

$24K New Year’s Eve Weekend Hot Seats - Rush Rewards members who are actively playing with their Rush Rewards card at valid slot or video poker machines on Friday, December 29 and Saturday, December 30, 2023, will have a chance to win $100 slot play. 120 winners will be selected between 6 p.m. and midnight both days.

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.

Holiday Bonus Cash Drawings - Guests in December will have a chance to win $10,000 CASH during the Holiday Bonus Cash Drawings. Through Friday, December 15 at 7:45 p.m., 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. On Friday, December 8 and Friday, December 15 at 8 p.m. 5 guests will be selected to spin the prize wheel for a chance to win up $5,000 CASH! Must be present to win and the winner will have three minutes to claim their prize.

Truck Loads of Cash - Guests will have a chance to win a 2023 GMC 1500 Sierra “Elevation” Double Cab 4x4 Pick Up or CASH during the Truck Loads of Cash drawing. Until Sunday, December 31 at 10:45 p.m., Rush Rewards members can earn 1 entry for every 250 points on eligible slot and video poker machines, and 2 entries for every 250 points earned on table games for a chance to win. Bonus 24X entries will be available December 29 and 30, and guests can receive one free bonus entry every day by swiping at the promotional kiosk. On Sunday, December 31 (New Year’s Eve) at 11 p.m. 10 winners will be selected for their chance to win the Grand Prize of a 2023 GMC Sierra 4x4 Pick Up or CASH. Winners must be present and will have three minutes to claim their prize.

Truck Loads of Prizes Kiosk Game - Every day in December, guests will be able to play a FREE kiosk game for a chance to win cash prizes and entries into the Truck Loads of Cash drawing on New Year’s Eve. Guests are eligible to play once per promotional day.

Slot Play Fridays - Friday, December 8 and 15, from 6 p.m. until 1 a.m. Rush Rewards members who are actively playing with their Rush Rewards card at a valid slot or video poker machine will have a chance to win $25 in Slot Play. 100 winners will be selected. Slot Play will automatically load to winners cards and will be valid for 48-hours. 

Wolfgang Puck On The Go Gift Giveaway - Every Tuesday in December, Rush Rewards Members who earn 75 points will be eligible to receive a free gift from the Wolfgang Puck On The Go set. Guests must visit a promotional kiosk to print a voucher to redeem at Rush Rewards on Tuesdays from Noon until 8 p.m.

Royal Flush Bonus - Throughout 2023, 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 November, Rush Rewards members ages 55 and older can visit a promotional kiosk to active their free regular coffee or fountain drink offer valid at Flipt, Villa Italia or Johnny’s To Go between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m., and play in a tournament from noon until 8 p.m. for a chance to win CASH prizes. Guests can also enjoy LIVE music with Carla Page on Wednesday, December 13 at 2 p.m. at Van Slyck’s.

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 1-million bonus points! Guests can redeem points for free play, dining and hotel comps, and more! 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 Nights at Van Slyck’s - Country music nights are back again at Van Slyck’s when fans will be treated to two fun-filled nights with live bands and a DJ. Martin & Kelly will hit the stage on Friday, December 1 and regional favorites Skeeter Creek will entertain guests on Saturday, December 2. 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 and DJs at Van Slyck’s bar every Friday and Saturday night. Bands are on from 8 p.m. until 1 a.m. with DJ’s from 9 p.m. until 11 p.m. Full entertainer schedule posted on RiversCasino.com/Schenectady.

Dukes Chophouse - Guests can enjoy LIVE music at Dukes Chophouse every Friday and Saturday night from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. Performers include local jazz musicians, pianists and more. Full entertainer schedule posted on RiversCasino.com/Schenectady.

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, including Holiday Bonus Hands on December 24, 25 and 31, where players have the chance to win up to $1000 in chips.

Midweek Mayhem III Poker Tournament - On Sunday, December 17 through Wednesday, December 20, Rivers will be holding its Midweek Mayhem no-limit hold ‘em poker tournament with a $50,000 guaranteed prize pool. It kicks off on Sunday, December 17 at 12:15 p.m. with a S.H.O.E format. Registration starts at 10:15 a.m. with a $200 fee for 15,000 chips. Players can receive an early bird bonus of 1,500 chips if they register by 11:15 a.m. Registration for Day 1 is $300 for flights A, C, and E for 30,000 chips and $160 for flights B and D for 15,000 chips. Players must register two hours prior to each flight’s scheduled start time. Day 2 restart is scheduled for Wednesday, December 20 at 12:15 p.m. Complete set of rules are available in the Poker Room.    

Monday No Limit Hold ‘em Poker Tournaments - Mondays in December (except for December 18 & 25), 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 2,500 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.

Rebuy No Limit Hold ‘em Tournaments - Sunday December 3 & 10 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.

Rivers Sportsbook

The popular Rivers Sportsbook is open for guests to place bets and catch the action on all major sporting events including pro football, 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.

$12,000 Second Chance Drawings - Through December 28, Rush Rewards guests will have a chance to turn their losing pro football wagers into cash during the Thursday night game. Any losing wager of $25 or more (straight bet or parlay) will be eligible for entry into the half-time drawing for a chance to win $500 CASH. Guests must write their first and last name and Rush Rewards Player Card number on each entry to be eligible to win.

DAZN Pay-Per-View - On Saturday, December 2, guests will be able to enjoy the DAZN Pay-Per-View boxing featuring Lightweight Ryan Garcia vs. Oscar Duarte Jurado for free and bet on all the action LIVE at the Rivers Sportsbook. Main card scheduled to begin at 11 p.m.

DAZN Pay-Per-View - On Saturday, December 9, guests will be able to enjoy the DAZN Pay-Per-View boxing featuring Devin Haney vs. Regis Prograis for free and bet on all the action LIVE at the Rivers Sportsbook. The broadcast starts at 9 p.m with main event scheduled to begin at 11 p.m.

UFC 296 Pay-Per-View - On Saturday, December 16, guests will be able to enjoy the UFC 296 Pay-Per-View featuring Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington for free and bet on all the action LIVE at the Rivers Sportsbook. Main card scheduled to begin at 10 p.m.

Molson Coors Football Experience - Monday, December 11 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Van Slyck’s, guests can cheer for their team and win promotional giveaways and swag while enjoying product samplings from Molson Coors. Guests will also have a chance to win one of two Grand Prizes of $1000 and a pair of tickets to the December 17 game between the Buffalo Bills and the Dallas Cowboys.

Levack & Goz Live - Every Sunday until January 7, 2024 from 11 a.m, until 1 p.m. FOX Sports 980’s Levack & Goz will be broadcasting LIVE at Van Slyck’s. Every broadcast will feature all the upcoming football action including pregame predictions, fantasy pointers and more. 

Food and Beverage

Starbucks - Now open! Rivers’ new full-service Starbucks is open from 5:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. daily and 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.

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.

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.

Holiday Dinner at Dukes Chophouse - In addition to its regular menu, Dukes Chophouse is offering special Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining options. Holiday dining appetizers include a Mushroom Galette with savory tart, mushroom duxelles and smoked gouda for $16 and Lamb Meatballs with fig demi and pistachios for $18. Entrees include Porchetta, a pork belly rolled with Italian herbs, served with creamy polenta, rabe and cherry pepper demi for $36; Scallop Stuffed Shrimp served with lemon risotto and sherry butter for $44; and Colorado Lamb Rack served with Au Gratin potatoes and black current demi for $46. Dessert includes a delicious Gingerbread cheesecake for $14. Dinner is available Sunday, December 24 from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. and Monday, December 25 from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. Live entertainment will also be provided by Robert Aronstein on Christmas Eve and by Dan Sherwin on Christmas Day. Advanced reservations required at 1 (518) 579-8850 or at Duke’s host stand.

Football Beer Specials - Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays during football season 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.

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. On New Year’s Eve DJMixitupNY will entertain guests in the hotel lobby from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m.

Elf on the Shelf Giveaway - Guests who find The Landing Hotel’s resident elf on the shelf, Chip Rivers, and take and post a photo of him on social media with the hashtag #ChipRivers will be entered to win a FREE hotel suite stay with in-room champagne and a $100 resort credit OR $50 comp to Dukes Chophouse and 50% off a room reservation. Photos can also be entered directly on the Landing Hotel’s website at www.thelandinghotelny.com/elfontheshelf. Photos must be posted between December 1 until December 24. Drawing will be held on Monday, January 1, 2024.

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].

About Rivers Casino & Resort

Located at the picturesque Mohawk Harbor near the heart of downtown Schenectady, Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady features 1,050 slots, 66 live table games, a 16-table poker room and a live, in-casino luxury sportsbook lounge. The casino offers five distinctive restaurants—among them are Dukes Chophouse, Flipt, Johnny’s To-Go and Mian. Rivers features a multipurpose Event Center space, a lively entertainment lounge—Van Slyck’s, live music performances, free parking and daily promotions and giveaways. The Landing Hotel is a 165-room, six-story boutique hotel with riverfront views located adjacent to the Event Center. Rivers, which opened in 2017, employs approximately 1,000 team members and has been voted a great place to work in Schenectady. Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady is owned and operated by Rush Street Gaming and its affiliates. For more information, visit RiversCasino.com/Schenectady