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

Schenectady, NY (August 30, 2024) – Guests can close out the summer in style with a chance to win big at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady, see amazing live music and entertainment, enjoy delicious food & drink, and see amazing live music and entertainment.

This month’s highlights include a chance to win CASH during the Rivers $50,000 Big Draw promotion, the Super Sunday Slot Tournament, cookware by Steve Azar, MMA action at Cage Wars 67 with Mike Tyson, the return of the Electric City Poker Series, Country Weekends at Van Slyck’s along with more live entertainment at the Landing Hotel and Dukes Chophouse, pro football beer specials and promotions, free Boxing and UFC pay-per-view events at the Rivers Sportsbook, special room rates at The Landing Hotel, 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.

$50,000 Big Draw - Every Saturday in September from 11 a.m. until 7:45PM 8 p.m. Rush Rewards guests can swipe at a special Big Draw kiosk to receive six lucky numbers for a chance to win up to $50,000 CASH! Drawings will be held at 4 p.m., 6 p.m., and 8 p.m.

$27,500 Super Sunday Slot Tournament Series - Every Sunday in August Rush Rewards guests can play in a free slot tournament for a chance to win up to $500 in slot play. Tournament runs from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on eligible slot machines. 10 winners will be announced at 6 p.m. on Sunday. Winners will have 24 hours to claim their prize. 

Top of the Chart by Steve Azar Gift Giveaway - Every Tuesday in September from Noon until 8 p.m. Rush Rewards members who earn 75 points, and invited guests, will be eligible to pick up free cookware by Steve Azar. Best of all, guests get to keep their points too! Giveaways include a sauté pot, everything pan, dutch oven with lid, and chef’s skillet. 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 

Coffee Lovers Rejoice Gift Giveaway - To celebrate National Coffee Day, Rush Rewards members can visit a promotional kiosk on Sunday, September 29 or Monday, September 30 between noon and 8 p.m. to print a voucher for an electric coffee grinder or a French press coffee maker. Limit one gift per guest, while supplies last.

High Limit Hot Seats - Every Thursday in September from 8 p.m. until 10 p.m., 15 Rush Rewards guests who are actively playing with their Rush Reward card on a high limit slot machine will be selected to win their share of $6,000 in Slot Play. 60 total guests will win!

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

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 September, 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 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 $500 in Slot Play or Free Bet. Valid for new Rush Rewards members only.

New 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

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 and a DJ. Martin & Kelly hit the stage Friday, September 6, and In The Dust will entertain guests on Saturday, September 7. 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.

Cage Wars 67 with Mike Tyson (SOLD OUT) - Cage Wars mixed martial arts returns to the Rivers Casino Event Center on Friday, September 13, 2024, and this time boxing legend Mike Tyson will be ringside! Tyson, along with his son Amir, will be providing live ringside commentary for all the high-energy MMA action during Cage Wars 67. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and the fights begin at 6 p.m.

Sunset Sips at The Landing Hotel - Live entertainment continues at The Landing Hotel. Every Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. guests can enjoy live DJ’s and specialty cocktails on The Landing Hotel patio. Entertainment 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 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.

Upcoming entertainment:

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. 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.

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.

Electric City Poker Series - Poker fans are in for a treat when the 2nd annual Electric City Poker Series returns to Rivers Casino from Thursday, September 19 until Sunday, September 29. The series includes 10 tournaments in 11 days and features $250,000 in total guaranteed prize pools. For more information, including tournament schedule, go to RiversCasino.com/Schenectady.

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.

Rivers Revival No Limit Hold ‘em Tournament - Sunday, September 1, 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 - Sundays in September (except for September 1), 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 September (except for September 2), 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 Sportsbook

The popular Rivers 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 Rivers Sportsbook.

Touchdown Turnaround Second Chance Drawings - Starting September 5 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 - Sunday, September 8 and 15 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, September 8 at Van Slyck’s guests will be treated to free samples and a chance to win a Coors Light Mini Fridge and a pair of Bills tickets courtesy of DeCrescente Distributing.

Alvarez vs. Berlango Boxing PPV - Saturday, September 14, guests will be able to enjoy the Canelo Alverez vs. Edgar Berlango Pay-Per-View for free and bet on all the action LIVE at the Rivers Sportsbook. Fight card scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.

UFC 306 Pay-Per-View - On Saturday, September 14, guests will be able to enjoy the UFC “Noche” 306 Pay-Per-View featuring Sean O'Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili for free and bet on all the action LIVE at the Rivers Sportsbook. Main card scheduled to begin at 10 p.m.

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. Starting on September 5, guests will be able to 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. Starting on September 5, guests will be able to skip the lines and scan a QR code to place a mobile order.

Mian, the casino’s fast casual Asian dining restaurant, is open from 4 p.m. 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 also 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.

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 from September 8 until December 22. Use online code 68SPIN2WIN or call 1 (518) 579-8840 and mention code for reservations.

Electric City Poker Series Rate - Poker players participating in the ECPS tournament can receive a special rate of $65 plus tax Wednesday, September 18 until Monday, September 30. Use online code ECPS24 or call 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].