Make It a September To Remember

Make It a September To Remember When You Win Big At Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady

Schenectady, NY (August 31, 2023) - Guests can close out the summer with a chance to win big at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady, see amazing live music and entertainment, and enjoy delicious food & drink specials.

This month’s highlights include a chance to win a dream vacation at Atlantis Bahamas Resort or CASH during the Ultimate End of Summer Drawing, enjoy incredible nights of southern rock hits with 38 Special, chart-toppers with pop sensations 98 Degrees, and an evening of MMA action at Cage Wars 61, along with more great live music at Van Slyck’s, Dukes Chophouse and the Landing Hotel, football beer specials, a free UFC pay-per-view event at the Rivers Sportsbook, fantastic poker tournaments, and more!

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.

Ultimate End of Summer Drawing - Guests in September will have a chance to win the Ultimate Atlantis Bahamas Vacation or CASH during the Ultimate End of Summer Drawing. From Friday, September 1 until Sunday, October 1, 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. Sunday, October 1 at 8 p.m. ten guests will be selected to win with two to receive the GRAND PRIZE of a 4-night stay at the luxurious Atlantis Bahamas Resort and $1000 towards airfare, and eight to receive a CASH prize. Winners must be present and have three minutes to claim.

Ultimate End of Summer Kiosk Game - Thursdays in September Rush Rewards guests who earn 15 points on eligible slot, video poker, and table games can unlock a kiosk game to win points and prizes. Earning starts at 12 a.m. and kiosk game is available from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. Guests are eligible to play once per promotional day. Slot play and dining credits won are valid for 48-hours.

Slot Play Fridays - Fridays from 6 p.m. until 9 p.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. 50 winners will be selected. Slot Play will automatically load to winners cards and will be valid for 48-hours. 

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 September, Rush Rewards members ages 55 and older can print a voucher at a promotional kiosk 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 25 points to play a kiosk game for a chance to win drawing entries, bonus points, slot play, dining credits and CASH prizes. Guests can also enjoy LIVE music with The Oldies Show on Wednesday, September 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.

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.

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.

Rivers Revival No Limit Hold ‘em Tournaments - Sunday, September 3 and October 8, 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.

Rebuy No Limit Hold ‘em Tournaments - Every Sunday until December 10 (except for October 8) 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.

Omaha High-Low Tournament - Tuesday, September 5, Rivers will be holding a fixed limit Omaha High-Low (8 or better) tournament. Tournament begins at 12:15 p.m., with registration starting at 10:15 a.m. Tournament fee is $160 for 15,000 in tournament chips, and any player that purchases their entry before 11:15 a.m. will receive an extra 2,500 chips. Players may also re-enter as a new player until the beginning of level 7. Winners will receive prizes in chips. All fees apply for re-entry.

Monday No Limit Hold ‘em Poker Tournaments - Mondays in September (except for September 4), 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.

Entertainment

38 Special - Legendary rockers, 38 Special, will be bringing their signature blast of southern rock to the Rivers Casino Event Center on Friday, September 1, 2023. 38 Special will thrill fans with an evening of arena rock radio classics including “Hold On Loosely”, “Rockin’ Into the Night”, “Caught Up in You”, and many more. Tickets available at RiversCasino.com/Schenectady and start at $65, plus taxes and fees. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

Cage Wars 61 - Following a series of prior sold-out competitions, Cage Wars mixed martial arts returns to the Rivers Casino Event Center on Friday, September 15, 2023. Cage Wars 61 features local and regional amateur MMA fighters squaring off in the octagon to determine the Cage Wars 61 champion. Fight fans can expect another night of intense and exciting matchups. Tickets on sale now at CageWarsMMA.com and start at $56, plus fees. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the fights begin at 7 p.m.

98 Degrees - Male R&B vocal group 98 Degrees brings its smooth four-part harmonies and pop hits to the Rivers Casino Event Center on Thursday, September 21, 2023. 98 Degrees will celebrate 25-years with an evening of catchy melodies, chart-topping songs, and fan-favorites including “Give Me Just One Night (Una Noche),” “Because Of You,” “The Way You Want Me To,” and more. Tickets available at RiversCasino.com/Schenectady and start at $75, plus taxes and fees. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

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. Chasing Neon will hit the stage on Friday, September 1 and In The Dust will entertain guests on Saturday, September 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.

The Landing Hotel - Every Friday and Saturday in September from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. guests can enjoy live music, drinks, and food from local food trucks on The Landing Hotel patio. Live music will move indoors to the hotel lobby in case of inclement weather. For lineup go to TheLandingHotelNY.com.

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.

Upcoming Entertainment:

Great White and Slaughter - Rock fans will be pumping their fists, singing along, and breaking out the air guitars when Great White and Slaughter hit the Rivers Casino Event Center stage on Friday, October 27, 2023. Both bands will be bringing the hits for an unforgettable night of hard rock classics. Tickets available at RiversCasino.com/Schenectady and start at $45, plus taxes and fees. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

Rivers Sportsbook

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

UFC 293 Pay-Per-View - On Saturday, September 9, guests will be able to enjoy the UFC 293 Pay-Per-View featuring Israel Adesanya vs. Sean Strickland for free and bet on all the action LIVE at the Rivers Sportsbook. Main card scheduled to begin at 10 p.m.

Levack & Goz Live - Every Sunday from September 10 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 NFL action including pregame predictions, fantasy pointers and more. 

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.

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.

Football Beer Specials - Every Thursday through Monday guests at Dukes Bar and Van Slyck’s can purchase $5 Coors Lite 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.

Suite Escape Package - 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 and mention code for reservations.

Casino Rate Package - Guests can receive $100 credit to be used at The Landing Hotel bar, Dukes Chophouse, Mian or Flipt. Use online code PK1HCR or call 1 (518) 579-8840 and mention code 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, 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

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