RIVERS CASINO PORTSMOUTH ANNOUNCES OCTOBER PROMOTIONS, STACKED ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP, AND ALL THINGS “PINK’ FOR RIVERS GIVES
Rivers Casino Portsmouth Announces October Promotions and Entertainment
PORTSMOUTH — Sept. 29, 2023 — Let’s go pink! Complementing an impressive entertainment lineup and gaming promotions, Rivers Casino Portsmouth is celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a series of initiatives powered by “Rivers Gives.”
“Rivers Gives” — the casino’s ongoing community engagement initiative — includes volunteerism, board service, in-kind contributions, corporate giving, and donation drives. Throughout October, team members will participate in efforts aimed at cancer prevention and treatment, and funding the cure.
The Casino will host the Chesapeake Regional Mobile Mammography Unit on Oct. 9 and will support various community events, including the Bra-ha-ha Awards Show & Auction on Oct. 13 and the Breast Cancer Awareness Walk with the Community Outreach Coalition on Oct. 21. In addition to winning big on the gaming floor, casino guests will have an opportunity to pay it forward by donating chips, vouchers, and cash to support the month’s charity partner, the American Cancer Society (Making Strides Against Breast Cancer).
EDITOR’S NOTE: For the month of October, Rivers Casino Portsmouth will turn the exterior lights and water feature pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Upcoming Ticketed Shows at The Event Center
Billy Ocean – The Grammy award-winning pop, soul and R&B sensation, is coming across the pond to The Event Center at Rivers Casino Portsmouth. Recognized as Britain’s most commercially successful Black artist and songwriter, Billy Ocean will take the stage for one night only — Saturday, Oct. 7, at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale NOW and start at $39.
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 Experience – 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.
The Sound Bar – Live Music with Local Talent
Visit The Sound Bar to hear live music and bands on Thursday, Oct. 5 at 8 p.m., and every weekend in October on Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 9 p.m.
Featured bands include:
Vinyl Headlights: Thursday, Oct. 5; B. Michelle Band: Friday, Oct. 6; The Fuzz Band: Saturday, Oct. 7; Gentlemen & Their Lady: Friday, Oct. 13; The Band Vontrelle: Saturday, Oct. 14; SeamLess Trio: Friday, Oct. 20; TFC: Saturday, Oct. 21; Phenomenal Sounds: Friday, Oct. 27; 2nd Wynd Band aka 2WD: Saturday, Oct. 28
“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. 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 riverscasino.com/portsmouth/entertainment/thecomeup.
BetRivers Sportsbook Viewings
Let the games begin at Rivers Casino Portsmouth! With football season in full swing, BetRivers Sportsbook is getting in on the action — offering sports enthusiasts the best place to watch and wager on the most anticipated gridiron games of the year.
Rivers Casino Portsmouth also regularly hosts Pay-Per-View UFC, MMA, and Boxing screenings. Enjoy club chair seating, a full-service bar, and multiple high-def screens as you watch heavyweights Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou battle in the ring — Saturday, Oct. 28.
General seating is first-come, first-serve with booth seats reserved for VIP guests.
Exciting Gaming Promotions…PLUS New Benefits for Rush Rewards Members
Rivers Casino Portsmouth’s new VIP lounge is now open for Black Card Members! Featuring a top-shelf bar, flat-screen TVs, plush seating, and a delicious buffet, the VIP Lounge offers special guests a brief moment of relaxation before re-entering the gaming floor to take advantage of exclusive promotions for Rush Rewards members.
Night of 102 Winners — Beginning Oct. 1, guests can earn entries daily for the Night of 102 Winners. The drawing will take place on Oct. 31 from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. — with 10 winners drawn every half hour leading up to the final drawing at 11 p.m. Rush Rewards members can earn 3x entries on Wednesdays with winnings of up to $4,000 Free Slot Play.
Trick or Treat Hot Seat — Beginning Friday, Oct. 6, and continuing every Friday in October from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., all Rush Rewards members actively playing on a slot machine are eligible to win up to $1,000 in free slot play. One winner will be selected every 30 minutes.
Jackpot Drawing — Beginning Oct. 1, all Rush Rewards members that win a taxable jackpot are eligible to enter the Jackpot Party drawing on Oct. 25. The drawing will take place at 6:30 pm. Ten winners will be called at 6:30 p.m. and will split $10,000 in free slot play.
50+ Young at Heart — Rivers Casino Portsmouth will draw two winners every 15 minutes —Oct. 17 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Must be a Rush Rewards member aged 50 and older to enter the drawing pool.
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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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