Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Celebrates Thanksgiving and Salutes Our Military Veterans During November

Schenectady, NY (October 31, 2024) – Celebrate Thanksgiving and give thanks to our military veterans all month long with a chance to win big at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady. Guests can enjoy exciting giveaways and promotions, entertainment, a delicious Thanksgiving meal, amazing LIVE music and more. 

 In honor of Veterans Day, Rivers Casino is inviting all military veterans and active duty enlisted to visit Rush Rewards to pick up their exclusive Rivers Salutes Rush Rewards Card, which can be used for special discounts and offers. Must show valid military ID. Rivers Salutes Rush Rewards members can also visit a promotional kiosk every Monday this month to print a voucher for a complimentary breakfast at Flipt.

Other highlights include a chance to win CASH during the $25,000 Slice of Pie Progressive Payout promotion and Test Your Luck Kiosk Game, FREE bakeware by Robert Irvine and a bundlet cake tower from Nothing Bundt Cakes, the return of Cage Wars MMA, Australia’s Thunder From Down Under, Thanksgiving Eve with Skeeter Creek, Martin & Kelly, Whiskey Highway & DJ Kevin Richards, Jazz Evenings at The Landing Hotel and other live music, Italian Nights and a delicious Thanksgiving Dinner at Dukes Chophouse, pro football beer specials and promotions, including a chance to win Buffalo Bills tickets, 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 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 available Sunday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 4 a.m. and Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. until 5 a.m.

 25,000 Slice of Pie Progressive Payout - Every Saturday in November, Rush Rewards guests will have a chance to win a share of $2,500 CASH during the $25,000 Slice of Pie Progressive Payout promotion. Until Saturday, November 30, 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 wipe daily at a promotional kiosk for bonus entries. Every Saturday in November at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. five guests will be selected to win their share of $2,500 CASH. Winners must be present and have three minutes to claim their prize.

Bake Like a Pro by Robert Irvine Gift Giveaway - Every Tuesday in November (except November 26) from Noon until 8 p.m. Rush Rewards members who earn 75 points, and invited guests, will be eligible to pick up free bakeware by Robert Irvine. Best of all, guests get to keep their points too! Giveaways include a stand mixer, 8 x 10 bakeware set, and three nested bakers. Guests must visit a promotional kiosk to receive a gift voucher. Rush Rewards card and valid ID are required to redeem a gift. Limit one gift per promotional day while supplies last.

Nothing Bundt Cakes Giveaway - On Tuesday, November 26 from Noon until 8 p.m. Rush Rewards members who earn 75 points, and invited guests, will be eligible to pick up a 2 bundlet cake tower from Nothing Bundt Cakes. Best of all, guests get to keep their points too! Guests must visit a promotional kiosk to receive a gift voucher. Rush Rewards card and valid ID are required to redeem. Limit is one gift per guest while supplies last.

Test Your Luck Kiosk Game - Every day in November, Rush Rewards guests can swipe at a promotional kiosk for a chance to win a share of $12,000 CASH!

Table Games 2x Point Multiplier - Mondays in November, Rush Rewards guests can swipe at a promotional kiosk to activate a 2x point multiplier on table games.

Thanksgiving Point Multiplier - On Thursday, November 28, Rush Rewards guests can swipe at a promotional kiosk to activate a 5x point multiplier.

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 October, 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 in a free kiosk game from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. for a chance to win prizes. Guests can also enjoy LIVE music EVERY Wednesday from 2 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. at Van Slyck’s.

From Rivers to the Rio - Thanks to an exclusive partnership with the Rio Hotel & Casino, Rush Rewards members now have another benefit from their favorite nearby casino - complimentary offers at the Rio are available at varying levels across all card tiers beginning July 1. 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 will receive a FREE gift. Valid for new Rush Rewards members only.

Buddy Bonus - Current Rush Rewards members that bring a friend to sign up for a NEW Rush Rewards card can earn up to $25 in slot play. Offer valid up to five times a month and only if a friend is a new Rush Rewards member.

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 including free giveaways, dining and drink credits, discounts for select performances at Proctors Theatre, and more!  

Entertainment

Cage Wars 68 - Cage Wars mixed martial arts returns to the Rivers Casino Event Center on Friday, November 1, 2024. Cage Wars 68 features local and regional amateur MMA fighters squaring off in the octagon to determine the Cage Wars 68 champion. Fight fans can expect another night of intense and exciting matchups. Tickets available at CageWarsMMA.com and start at $65 plus fees. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and the fights begin at 6 p.m. 

Australia’s Thunder From Down Under - World-renowned male revue, Australia’s Thunder From Down Under, will be making an electrifying stop during their UNTAMED TOUR on Saturday, November 23 at the Rivers Casino Event Center. Tickets start at $19 and are available at RiversCasino.com/Schenectady. Ticket holders are also eligible for a special $99 room rate the night of the show, plus a champagne party at 4 p.m. in the Landing Hotel Bar. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Must be 21+ to attend.

Thanksgiving Eve with Skeeter Creek, Martin & Kelly, Whiskey Highway & DJ Kevin Richards - Country music fans are in for a very special Thanksgiving Eve on Wednesday, November 27 when regional fan-favorites Skeeter Creek, Martin & Kelly, and Whiskey Highway hit the Rivers Casino Event Center stage. CMA winner and local radio personality, DJ Kevin Richards, will kick things off with line dancing and keep the party going between sets. Tickets are $35 and available at RiversCasino.com/Schenectady. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., followed by line dancing at 6 p.m. and the concert at 7 p.m. Must be 21+ to attend.

Country Weekends at Van Slyck’s - Country music weekends are back once again at Van Slyck’s when fans will be treated to a pair of fun-filled nights with live bands, line dancing, and a DJ. The Beadle Brothers hit the stage Friday, November 1, and Dirtroad Ruckus will entertain guests on Saturday, November 2. CMA winner and local radio personality Kevin Richards will keep the music going between sets both nights. Line dancing starts at 8 p.m., the bands begin at 9 p.m. and finish at 1 a.m.

Jazz Evenings at The Landing Hotel – Jazz Evenings continue this month at The Landing Hotel! Every Friday (except for November 1 and November 29) 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.

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.

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. Poker promotions include daily High Hand Giveaways where players with the highest announced hands throughout the day can win up to $600 in chips!

Big Slick Royal Flush - A new progressive jackpot where Texas Hold ‘em players who complete a Royal Flush using an ace or king of the same suit as the completed Royal Flush in their hand can win a minimum of $5,000 and a maximum of $100,000 in chips. $100 is added each day until max prize is reached, or prize is won. Royal Flush in other suits will be awarded $1,000 in chips.

Rebuy No Limit Hold ‘em Tournaments - Sundays in November (except for November 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.

Monday No Limit Hold ‘em Poker Tournaments - Mondays in November (except for November 11), Rivers will be holding a no-limit hold ‘em tournament with a $7,500 guaranteed prize pool and re-entries. Tournaments begin at 6:45 p.m., with registration starting at 3:45 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. 

Rivers Revival No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament - Sunday, November 10, 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.

Big Monday High Hand Giveaway – Monday, November 11, the highest value poker hand announced will be awarded a prize of up to $600 in chips.

BetRivers Sportsbook

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

Touchdown Turnaround Second Chance Drawings - Until December 26, Rush Rewards guests will have a chance to turn their losing pro 2024-2025 football wagers into cash during the Thursday night game. Any losing wager of $25 or more for any professional American football game (straight bet or parlay) will be eligible for entry into the half-time drawing (Thanksgiving Day drawing will be held on Black Friday) 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.

Levack & Goz Live - Sundays in November, 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. 

Picks You Can Count On Promotion - Sunday, November 10 from Noon until 3 p.m. at Van Slyck’s guests will be treated to free samples and a chance to win a Coors Banquet Metal Cooler, and a pair of Bills tickets with a Josh Allen Bills Jersey courtesy of DeCrescente Distributing.

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. Guests can skip the lines and scan a QR code to place a mobile order.

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 scan a QR code to place a mobile order.

Mian, the casino’s fast casual Asian dining restaurant, is now open (new expanded hours!) from Noon until 2 a.m daily.

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.

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.

Free Breakfast for Military Veterans - Mondays in November, all Rivers Salutes Rush Rewards military veterans and active duty servicemembers can visit a promotional kiosk to print a voucher for a complimentary breakfast at Flipt. Breakfast available daily from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m.

Italian Nights at Dukes - Every Monday this month, guests can enjoy a special Italian dinner and live entertainment at Dukes for just $45. This spectacular four course dining experience includes a first course of choice antipasto or fried artichokes; second course choice of Italian wedding soup or arugula salad; entrée choice of steak pizzaiola, chicken scarpariello, rustic veggie lasagna or pork chop parmesan; and tiramisu or ricotta cheesecake for dessert. Offer available from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. 

Thanksgiving Dinner at Dukes - Guests can enjoy a special Thanksgiving Day dinner at Dukes Chophouse for $65. The delicious specialty 3-course dinner includes butternut squash bisque garnished with toasted pepitas; harvest salad with house greens, cranberries, candied walnuts, goat cheese and roasted carrots with a cider vinaigrette; turkey roulade with cornbread sausage stuffing, maple whipped sweet potatoes, cranberry orange chutney and roasted Brussels sprouts; and cider doughnut bread pudding with a bourbon créme anglaise for dessert. Dinner available from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. on November 28. Regular menu also available. 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.

Thanksgiving Meal at Flipt - Guests can enjoy a special Thanksgiving Day meal at Flipt for just $24 +tax. The meal includes traditional tom turkey with sausage and herb stuffing, giblet gravy, green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, candied yams and cornbread, and choice of a slice of apple or pumpkin pie for dessert. Offer available November 28 from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. while supplies last.

Pumpkin Spice Latte - Throughout the month guests can purchase a pumpkin spice latte at Villa Italia for $4.75. Offer available during outlet regular hours of operation.

Football Beer Specials - Every Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, guests at Dukes Bar and Van Slyck’s can purchase $6 Coors Light and Miller Lite Drafts, $7 Coors Light, Coors Banquet, and Miller Lite bottles, and $25 buckets (5 each) of Coors Light, Coors Banquet, and Miller Lite bottles. 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. Check out the 21 Rush gift shop open 24/7 near the front desk for snacks, local products, Rivers Casino swag and more!

Super Sunday Slot Tournament Rate - Rush Rewards members can receive a discounted rate on Sunday nights until December 22. Use online code 68SPIN2WIN or call 1 (518) 579-8840 and mention code for reservations.

Thunder from Down Under Rate - Ticket holders for Australia’s Thunder From Down Under event on Saturday, November 23 can receive a $99 room rate the night of the show plus a champagne party at 4 p.m. in the Landing Hotel Bar. Use online code RNY11TDU or call 579-8840 and mention code for reservations. Must show proof of tickets at check-in.

Young at Heart Rate - Guests 55+ can receive 15% off room retail rate any day in 2024. Use online code DSR or call 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 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 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].

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