RIVERS CASINO PORTSMOUTH ANNOUNCES NOVEMBER PROMOTIONS, THANKSGIVING SPECIALS AND EVENTS
KC and The Sunshine Band, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening and more!
PORTSMOUTH — Nov. 1, 2023 — Include Rivers Casino Portsmouth in your Thanksgiving plans. Kick off the holiday with The Deloreans on Thanksgiving-eve, and then on Thursday, Nov. 23, leave the cooking to us, and feast on a delectable Thanksgiving meal at Crossings Café. The next day, while the shoppers are shopping, try your hand at the Black Friday Poker Tournament. Throughout the month of November, guests will enjoy happy hour drink specials on the gaming floor, monthly gaming promotions, live entertainment, and more.
November Dining and Happy Hour Specials
Rivers Rush Hour
It’s Happy Hour at Rivers Casino Portsmouth! Join us every day from 4 to 6 p.m. for drink specials offered at all bars on the gaming floor, including The Sound Bar, Slice Bar, and BetRivers Sportsbook. Happy Hour specials are exclusive to Rush Rewards members.
Patio Opens at Admiral’s Steak & Seafood
Just in time to delight in the perfect fall temperatures, the outdoor patio and bar at Admiral’s Steak & Seafood is now open. Extend your dining experience to our heated, covered seating area.
Veterans Day Appreciation
On Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, from noon to 9 p.m., all service members and Veterans are eligible for a $10 Starbucks gift card. Guests must present a valid military ID to redeem. Additionally, veterans and active military are eligible to receive a “Rivers Salutes” custom Rush Rewards card to qualify for special promotions year-round, including dining offers and other discounts. Guests can present a valid military or veteran ID card at the cashier to be part of the Rivers Salutes program.
“Rivers Gives” Earns Hampton Roads CIVIC 50 Award
In November, Rivers Casino Team Members will volunteer at the Mayflower Marathon benefiting the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore as part of “Rivers Gives” — the casino’s ongoing community engagement initiative. Team Members will also support the HER Shelter with holiday gifts and other wish list items and participate in Family Volunteer Day in partnership with VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads.
In addition, gamers have an opportunity to pay it forward by donating chips, vouchers, and cash to support this month’s charity partner, Mercy Drops Dream Center.
Underscoring the casino’s commitment to community service, VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads recently named Rivers Casino Portsmouth as “one of the most community-minded companies in Hampton Roads for 2023” – based on The Civic 50 Hampton Roads annual survey.
The Event Center – Upcoming Ticketed Shows
KC and The Sunshine Band – Put on your “Boogie Shoes” and head to Rivers Casino Portsmouth as disco legends KC and The Sunshine Band light up The Event Center stage — Saturday, Nov. 11, at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale NOW and start at $69.
Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening – Embark on a journey through rock and roll history with a live performance by Jason Bonham — the prodigious son of John Bonham, drummer of the legendary Led Zeppelin. Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening will make its debut at The Event Center on Thursday, Nov. 16, at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale NOW and start at $39.
Terry Fator’s Very Terry Christmas – Celebrate the joy of the season with comedy, singing, celebrity impersonations, and ventriloquism at The Event Center –– Friday, Dec. 15, at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale NOW and start at $39.
Tickets to The Event Center performances may be purchased at riverscasino.com.
The Sound Bar – Live Entertainment, Local Talent
The Sound Bar features live music from local bands every weekend in November on Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 9 p.m.
Elements Band: Friday, Nov. 3; Kustom Made Band: Saturday, Nov. 4; DJ Solertech: Wednesday, Nov. 8; Joselyn Best & Soulful Soundz: Friday, Nov. 10; Grooveline 757 Band: Saturday, Nov. 11; The Champagne Band: Friday, Nov. 17; SynHERgi: Saturday, Nov. 18; The Deloreans: Wednesday, Nov. 22; SeamLess: Friday, Nov. 24; Good Shot Judy: Saturday, Nov. 25
“The Come Up Live Hosted By 95.7 R&B” — Local artists will compete for a chance to perform at Rivers Casino Portsmouth. “The Come Up” runs through December and takes place on the second Wednesday of each month. On Wednesday, Nov. 8, guests can enjoy Happy Hour in The Sound Bar from 6 to 7 p.m., and the competition showcase will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend or participate. For more information on participating in the competition or attending, visit https://www.riverscasino.com/portsmouth/entertainment/thecomeup.
BetRivers Sportsbook – Watch and Wager
BetRivers Sportsbook is the ideal place to watch and wager on all your favorite sports like football, basketball, hockey, MMA, racing, and more. In addition to daily game broadcasts, the following events will be featured in the Sportsbook:
UFC 295:Prochazka vs Pereira – Saturday, Nov. 11, at 10 p.m.
WBC World Championship: Navarrete Vs. Conceicao – Thursday, Nov. 16, at 10:30 p.m.
Promotions and Contests and Jackpots…Oh My!
November Jackpot Drawing – For every winning jackpot valued at $1,200 or higher in November, Rush Rewards members will earn one Jackpot entry. On Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., Rivers Casino will randomly select ten winners to split $10,000 in free slot play.
Sweet Dreams Bedding Earn & Get – Every Thursday in November (excluding Thanksgiving Day), guests who earn at least 500 Reward Points between midnight and 7:45 p.m. will receive a The Nesting Company™ bedding gift on a first-come first-served basis.
Holiday Rush Gift Shoppe – Turn slot and table play into a shopping spree at the Holiday Rush Gift Shoppe! Now until Nov. 27, Rush Rewards members can accumulate points every Sunday and Monday to redeem as holiday dollars in exchange for luxury gifts, such as jewelry, designer handbags, household items, and more. For every 20 points earned, members will receive one holiday dollar to spend at the Holiday Rush Gift Shoppe, which will take place on Saturday, Dec. 2, and Sunday, Dec. 3, at The Event Center.
Poker Room – New Tournaments and Promotions
The Rivers Casino Portsmouth Poker Room features high-hand promotions and a bad beat jackpot during cash game play. Virginia’s #1 poker room is open 24/7 and features poker tournaments throughout the month.
Tournaments and promotions include:
$200 High Hand Rollovers – Taking place daily from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. (every 30 minutes), the player with the highest value poker hand during the 30-minute tracking period will receive a $200 prize.
$3000 Sunday Survivor – Registration opens every Sunday in November at 10:30 a.m. with a $340 Buy-in. The No Limit Hold ‘em tournament will begin at 11:30 a.m.
$3000 Black Friday Tournament – On Friday, November 24, registration opens at 10:30 a.m. with a $340 Buy-in. The No Limit Hold ‘em tournament will begin at 11:30 a.m.
For more poker information, please visit RiversCasino.com/Portsmouth or follow @RiversPokerPort on X/Twitter.
Rivers Casino Portsmouth is Always Hiring!
Rivers Casino Portsmouth offers rewarding career opportunities through several part-time and full-time positions, including table games dealers, servers and bartenders, culinary staff, security, administrative professionals, and more.
Culinary Hiring Event – On Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Rivers Casino Portsmouth will host an on-the-spot hiring event for job seekers interested in full-time culinary positions. Experienced line cooks and sous chefs are encouraged to apply.
Walk-in Wednesdays – Every Wednesday, beginning Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon, job seekers are invited to the casino to interview for available job openings.
Please visit RiversCasino.com/Portsmouth for a full list of open positions.
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ABOUT RIVERS CASINO PORTSMOUTH
Rivers Casino Portsmouth is a world-class destination — a $340 million local investment located along Victory Boulevard, south of I-264. As part of Portsmouth’s New Entertainment District, the complex currently features a full-service casino, poker room, BetRivers Sportsbook, event and conference venues, premier restaurants, and more. Rivers Casino Portsmouth is Virginia’s first permanent casino and the latest addition to Rush Street Gaming, one of the fastest-growing casino and entertainment companies in the country. Rush Street Gaming and its affiliates have developed and operate successful casinos in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Des Plaines, Illinois; and Schenectady, New York. All Rush Street Gaming casinos have been voted a “Best Place to Work” or “Top Workplace” by their Team Members.
For more information about Rivers Casino Portsmouth, including ongoing career opportunities, please visit RiversCasino.com.
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