Celebrate the Holiday Season All Month Long At Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady

Schenectady, NY (December 1, 2025) – 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, delicious holiday dining offerings, and more.

 This month’s highlights include a chance to win a brand new Jeep® Grand Cherokee from Goldstein Auto Group in the Trunkloads of Prizes New Year’s Eve drawing, a chance to win big during Rivers $100,000 Pick the Winners Football Promotion, New Year’s Eve live entertainment, Country Weekends at Van Slyck’s, Jazz Evenings at The Landing Hotel, a week-long Electric City Mini Event poker tournament, Gift & Go Gifting Season items, Elf on the Shelf Giveaway at The Landing Hotel and new expanded drink menu at The Landing Hotel bar, a FREE UFC pay-per-view event at the BetRivers Sportsbook, delicious Holiday & New Year’s Eve dining at Dukes, and more. 

New Year’s Eve Entertainment, Dining and Gaming

 Live Entertainment - Guests are invited to ring in the new year at Van Slyck’s with free live music and a DJ. Ill Funk Ensemble will rock the house from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. and DJ RVMBA will keep the party going between sets. David Gleason will entertain guests at Dukes Chophouse from 8 p.m. until 11 p.m. Young at Heart guests can celebrate early with The Protones from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. with a free champagne toast at the end of their set.

 New Year’s Eve Dinner at Dukes Chophouse - Guests can celebrate New Year’s Eve at Dukes Chophouse on Wednesday, December 31 with a special three-course dinner and live entertainment. Dinner includes an appetizer of house salad OR Caeser salad OR chicken & wild rice soup; a main course of 40 oz prime porterhouse steak with a choice of two sides; and a choice of any two desserts. Guests will also be able to enjoy live entertainment with David Gleason from 8 p.m. until 11 p.m. 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.

 Trunkloads of Prizes - Rush Rewards guests can continue to earn points for a chance to win a Jeep® Grand Cherokee L Laredo 4X4 from Goldstein Auto Group and a share of $25,000 in CASH or slot play during the Rivers Trunkloads of Prizes promotion. Until New Year’s Eve December 31, guests 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. On December 31, guests can earn 26x drawing entries! On New Year’s Eve five winners will be drawn each hour from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. to receive a prize, with prizes increasing each hour, and at 11 p.m. one winner will be selected to win the Grand Prize!

 Trunkloads of Prizes Kiosk Game - Every Thursday through Sunday this month, Rush Rewards guests can play a kiosk game for a chance to win bonus entries into the Trunkloads of Prizes drawing on December 31. Rush Rewards members are eligible to play once per promotional day.

 New Year’s Day Champagne Giveaway - On New Year’s Day from Noon until 8 p.m. Rush Rewards members who earn 150 points, and invited guests, will be eligible for a free bottle of Freixenet Prosecco Extra Dry Champagne. Guests get to keep their points too! Using their Rush Rewards card, guests can swipe at a promotional kiosk to print a voucher and redeem at Rush Rewards. 

 2026 Mystery Point Multiplier - On New Year’s Day Rush Rewards guests can swipe a promotional kiosk for a chance to win up to 26X points.

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 is available 24/7. Food service in the High Limit area near Dukes Chophouse is available Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until midnight and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m.

 Table Games - Table games are open Sunday through Thursday from 9 a.m. until 4 a.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 a.m.

 Rivers $100,000 Pick the Winners Football Promotion - Rush Rewards guests will have a chance to win a $50,000 Grand Prize and other prizes each week throughout the football season during the Rivers $100,000 Pick the Winners Football Promotion. Running throughout the NFL pro football season from 10 a.m. on Tuesdays until 12:30 p.m. on Sundays, Rush Rewards guests can visit a special promotional kiosk to predict the winners of each week’s football games. One lucky guest who picks correctly all season long will win the $50,000 Grand Prize! Each week 10 guests will win their share of the $50,000 prize pool.

 Jolly Jackpot Pull Tab Kiosk Game - Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday this month through December 21, Rush Rewards guests can earn 100-points to unlock a pull tab to win slot play prizes.

 Holiday Hustle Point Multiplier - Every Day in December Rush Rewards guests can earn 3X points on dining purchases and BetRivers Sportsbook wagers. Point multiplier will be automatically applied. 

 Gift Express Powered by Gift & Go - Every Tuesday or Thursday in December from Noon until 8 p.m. Rush Rewards members who earn 100 points, and invited guests, will be eligible for free gifts from the Gifting Season collection. Best of all, guests get to keep their points too! Using their Rush Rewards card, guests can redeem and order directly from a slot machine. Guests can make their selection at a slot machine, or by using the QR code with their phone, and have the item shipped to their own address. Limit one gift per week while supplies last.

 Young at Heart Wednesdays - Every Wednesday in December, Rush Rewards members 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 earn 100 points and claim a choice of $10 Slot Play or $10 Dining Credit. Guests can also enjoy live music every Wednesday from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. at Van Slyck’s. Plus, members can receive 15% off the regular room rate at The Landing Hotel. On Wednesday, December 31 guests will be provided with free champagne to toast in the new year with The Protones at the end of their performance.

 From Rivers to the Rio - Thanks to an exclusive partnership with the Rio Hotel & Casino, Rush Rewards members have another benefit from their favorite nearby casino - complimentary offers at the Rio are available at varying levels across all card tiers. Special casino rates, complimentary nights, free play, dining credits, free show tickets, limo service and more are all available. The more you play at Rivers, the more that’s available at the Rio. Home to the legendary comedic magician duo Penn & Teller, the newly renovated Rio is an iconic hotel casino just off the famed Vegas Strip. In addition to a five-acre pool area and the storied Wine Cellar Tasting Room, the Rio offers a vast array of dining and gaming options. For more information about the Rio, please visit RioLasVegas.com.

 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.

 New Member Bonus - Any guest who signs up for Rush Rewards and earns their first point will unlock $10 in slot play. For every 100 points earned after that on their sign-up day, they can unlock another $10 in slot play up to $1,000!

 Buddy Bonus - Rush Rewards members who bring a friend to sign up for a new Rush Rewards card can earn up to $25 in slot play.

 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.

 Royal Flush Bonus - Throughout 2025, 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.

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 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 including free giveaways, dining and drink credits, discounts for select performances at Proctors Theatre, and more. Rush Rewards members can now earn points for money spent at Rivers food & beverage outlets and use their rewards points to purchase entertainment tickets too!

Entertainment

 Country Weekends at Van Slyck’s - Country music weekends are back at Van Slyck’s where fans will be treated to a pair of fun-filled nights with live bands, line dancing, and a DJ. Whiskey Highway will hit the stage Friday, December 5 and Big Sky Country will entertain guests on Saturday, December 6. CMA winner and local radio personality Kevin Richards will keep the music going between sets both nights. Line dancing starts at 8 p.m., and bands begin at 9 p.m. and finish at 1 a.m.

 Van Slyck’s - Guests can dance the night away at Van Slyck’s bar every Friday through Saturday night. DJs are on between 8 p.m. and midnight Friday through Saturday and LIVE Bands are on from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Full entertainer schedule posted on RiversCasino.com/Schenectady.

 Jazz Evenings at The Landing Hotel - Jazz Evenings continue in December at The Landing Hotel! Every Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m., guests can enjoy live jazz music performances and specialty cocktails in The Landing Hotel lobby. For lineup go to TheLandingHotelNY.com.

 Rush Rewards Members can now purchase Entertainment tickets by redeeming their points at Rush Rewards.

Poker Room

 Poker Room - Rivers Casino’s Poker Room is open Sunday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. until 2 a.m. and 10 a.m. until 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. The Poker Room includes 16 tables and offers a variety of poker games. Poker promotions include daily High Hand Giveaways where players with the highest announced hands throughout the day can win hundreds of dollars in chips, including a chance to win $300 per quarter during selected pro football games!

 Cake Day Cash Draw - Any guest who plays in an eligible cash game for an hour or more on their birthday can claim a voucher at the host desk to be entered into a monthly drawing for a chance to win up $1,000.

 The Saturday Shift: Grind for a Grand - Guests playing any eligible cash game on a Saturday for 8 hours or more will be entered into drawing the following Sunday for a chance to win up to $1,000.

 Monday Nite No Limit Hold ‘em Poker Tournaments - Every Monday in December, Rivers will be holding no-limit hold ‘em tournaments. Tournaments begin at 6:15 p.m., with registration starting at 10 a.m. Buy-in is $240 for 20,000, and any player in line or that purchases their entry before 5:45 p.m. will receive an extra 2,000 chips and be entered into a drawing for a chance to win $240. Players may also re-enter as a new player until the beginning of level 7. Winners will receive prizes in chips.

 Young at Heart 55+ No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament - On Wednesday, December 3, Rush Rewards members ages 55 and older can play in a no limit hold ‘em tournament. Tournament begins at 12:15 p.m. with registration starting at 10 a.m. Buy-in is $160 for 20,000 chips and any player in line or that purchases their entry before 11:30 a.m. will receive an extra 2,000 chips. Late registration and re-entry until the beginning of level 7. Winners will receive prizes in chips.

 One & Done No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament - Wednesdays in December (except for December 24), Rivers will be holding a One & Done No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament. Tournament begins at 4:15 p.m., with registration starting at 10 a.m. Buy-in is $160 for 20,000 chips with 2,000 bonus chips for players in line or purchases made before 3:45 p.m. Late registration until the beginning of level 7, no re-entry. Winners will receive prizes in chips.

 Electric City Mini Event - Sunday, December 7 through December 14, Rivers will be holding the Electric City Mini Event no-limit hold ‘em tournament. Tournament begins on Sunday, December 7 at 2:15 p.m., with registration starting at 10 a.m., and ending at the beginning of level 9 of each Day 1 flight. Tournament buy-in is $300 for 30,000 in tournament chips. Late registration or re-entry until beginning of level 9. Winners will receive prizes in chips.

 Electric City Mini Event - Black Chip Bounty - Sunday, December 14, Rivers will be holding a Black Chip Bounty No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament with $100 bounty. Tournament begins at 5:15 p.m., with registration starting at 10 a.m. Buy-in is $340 for 20,000 chips and players may also re-enter as a new player until the beginning of level 7. Winners will receive prizes in chips.

 Green Chip Bounty No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament - Wednesday, December 17, Rivers will be holding a Green Chip Bounty No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament with $25 bounty. Tournament begins at 12:15 p.m., with registration starting at 10 a.m. Buy-in is $185 for 20,000 chips with 2,000 bonus chips for any player in line or purchases made before 11:30 a.m. Players may also re-enter as a new player until the beginning of level 7. Winners will receive prizes in chips.

 Seniors 50+ No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament - On Sunday, December 21, guests ages 50 and older can play in a no limit hold ‘em tournament. Tournament begins at 12:15 p.m. with registration starting at 10 a.m. Buy-in is $160 for 20,000 chips and any player in line or that purchases their entry before 11:30 a.m. will receive an extra 2,000 chips. Late registration and re-entry until beginning of level 7. Winners will receive prizes in chips.

 $100 Holiday High Hand Dash - The first 10 players to make an eligible high hand on Christmas Day (Thursday, December 25) between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. will be awarded $100. Players on any cash game on a promotional table during qualifying times are eligible to win.

 $400 Weekend High Hand - The player with the highest hand announced every 30 minutes will win up to $400 from 10:30 a.m. until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

 Sunday Survivor No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament - Sunday, December 28, Rivers will be holding a no-limit hold ‘em tournament where 1 in 10 will receive $1,500. Tournament begins at 12:15 p.m., with registration starting at 10 a.m. Tournament buy-in is $185 for 20,000 in tournament chips. Late registration and re-entry until the beginning of level 7. Winners will receive prizes in chips.

 Uber Stack Turbo No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament - Wednesday, December 31, Rivers will be holding its Uber Stack Turbo No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament. Tournament begins at 12:15 p.m., with registration starting at 10 a.m. Tournament buy-in is $160 for 60,000 in tournament chips, and any player in line or that purchases their entry before 11:30 a.m. will receive an extra 6,000 chips. Players may also re-enter as a new player until the beginning of level 13. Winners will receive prizes in chips.

BetRivers Sportsbook

 The popular BetRivers Sportsbook is open for guests to place bets and catch the action on all major sporting events including the NFL and NBA. 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 BetRivers Sportsbook.

 UFC 323 - On Saturday, December 6, guests will be able to enjoy the UFC 323 Pay-Per-View featuring Merab Dvalishvili vs. Petr Yan for FREE and bet on all the action LIVE at the Rivers Sportsbook. Main card scheduled to begin at 10 p.m.

 DeCrescente Football Giveaway - Sunday, December 7 during the Bills vs. Bengals game from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. guests at Van Slyck’s will have a chance to win a pair of Buffalo Bills tickets courtesy of DeCrescente Distributing. Also, look for the DeCrescente QR code throughout the season where one winner from Rivers Casino will win $500.

Food and Beverage

 Points on Dining - Rush Rewards members get 1 point for every dollar spent on dining at Rivers Casino 24/7. The more you dine the more you earn. Rush Members must present their Rush Rewards card to a cashier during each transaction to earn points.

 Mobile Ordering & Delivery - Guests can place a mobile order from Flipt or Johnny’s for delivery to the Poker Room, BetRivers Sportsbook, The Landing Hotel Lobby, or their room at The Landing Hotel! Click here for more information.

 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.

 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.

 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. Guests can skip the lines and place a mobile order too!

 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. Guests can skip the lines and place a mobile order too!

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

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

 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 use the Starbucks mobile app to place orders.

 Holiday Dinner at Dukes Chophouse - In addition to its regular menu, Dukes Chophouse is offering special Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining options. For $85 guests can enjoy an appetizer of beef barley soup OR winter salad with mixed greens, apple slices, dried cranberries, walnuts, and apple cider vinaigrette; an entrée choice of veal chop with roasted potatoes & sautéed mushrooms OR pan seared red snapper with asparagus, saffron risotto & buerre blanc sauce; and white chocolate peppermint cheesecake for dessert. Dinner is available Wednesday, December 24 from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Thursday, December 25 from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. Advance reservations required at 1 (518) 579-8850 or at Duke’s host stand. Price is per person and does not include tax or gratuity.

 Football Beer Specials - Every Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Saturday during the NFL Football season, guests at Dukes Bar and Van Slyck’s can purchase $6 Coors and Miller drafts, $7 Coors Light, Coors Banquet, and Miller Lite cans, $7 Blue Moon drafts, and $25 buckets (5 each) of Coors Light, Coors Banquet, or Miller Lite. 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. A new drink menu is now available at The Landing Hotel Bar too, offering guests an elevated experience with higher-end spirits and updated and expanded cocktails. Check out the 21 Rush gift shop open 24/7 near the front desk for snacks, local products, Rivers Casino swag and more!

 Dog-Friendly Rooms - The Landing Hotel is dog-friendly and has everything your pup needs under one woof so you can paws and relax. Each guest may bring one dog, up to 75 lbs. A $100 pet fee covers the first three days of your stay. After that, it’s $25 per night for any additional room nights. For more information click here.

 Landing Hotel Loyalty Punchcard - any guest who books a reservation and stays 6 times will receive a 7th night for FREE. Loyalty cards are available at the front desk.

 Wine Down Wednesdays - Every Wednesday from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at The Landing Hotel Bar guests can enjoy wine by the glass for half price.

 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 champagne and breakfast. One lucky runner-up will win a $50 gift card to Dukes Chophouse. Photos can also be entered directly on The Landing Hotel’s website here. Photos must be posted between December 1 and December 24. Drawing will be held on January 1, 2026.

 Two Deal 20 - Guests can stay 2 nights through February 2026 and save 20% off the retail room rate and get $20 in food & beverage credit per person per day. Use online code COLD20 or call 518-579-8840 and mention code for reservations.

 Three Card 25 - Guests can stay 3 nights through February 2026 and save 25% off the retail room rate and get $25 in food & beverage credit per person per day. Use online code COLD25 or call 518-579-8840 and mention code for reservations. 

 Young at Heart Rate - Guests 55+ can receive 15% off room retail rate any day in 2025. Use online code DSR or call 518-579-8840 and mention code for reservations.

 Live a Little Rate - Hotel stay includes $50 food & beverage credit any day of the week. Use online code LAL50 or call 518-579-8840 and mention code for reservations.

 Live a Lot Rate - Hotel stay includes $100 food & beverage credit any day of the week. Use online code LAL100 or call 518-579-8840 and mention code 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].