RIVERS CASINO PORTSMOUTH ANNOUNCES NEW GAMING PROMOTIONS, FALL DINING SPECIALS, AND WELCOMES GRAMMY WINNERS IN SEPTEMBER
PORTSMOUTH — Sept. 1, 2023 — Rivers Casino Portsmouth is kicking off the fall season with a soulful entertainment lineup at The Event Center — featuring musical legends, the Commodores, The Spinners, and Billy Ocean. Elevate your table game experience with the casino’s new Electronic Gaming Pit; enjoy new dining specials and menu features; PLUS, get a head start on your holiday shopping at the Holiday Rush Gift Shoppe.
New Dining Specials and Offerings
Visit Crossings Café and enjoy a delicious Prime Rib Special. Every Friday and Saturday, beginning at 5 p.m., feast on a hardwood smoked prime rib (14-16 oz) served with au jus, creamed horseradish, a twice-baked potato, and steamed broccoli for only $28.
Adding to the fine dining experience, Admiral’s Steak & Seafood now features sushi as a regular menu option — complementing freshly caught seafood dishes currently offered. Reservations are suggested and available at OpenTable.com. Admiral’s is open Thursday through Sunday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
New Table Games Experience and Exciting Promotions for Rush Rewards Members
Electronic Games Pit — Keeping pace with modern gaming trends, Rivers Casino is introducing the new Electronic Games Pit that will feature 28 new electronic live dealer table games, including Blackjack, Roulette, Baccarat, Ultimate Texas Hold’em, and more — available 24/7.
Jackpot Drawing — Starting on September 1, 2023, all Rush Rewards members that win a taxable jackpot ($1,200+) are eligible to enter the Jackpot Party drawing on September 28. The drawing will take place at 6:30 p.m. Ten winners will be called at 6:30 p.m. and will split $10,000 in free slot play.
Holiday Rush Gift Shoppe — Turn Sunday slot and table play into a shopping spree at the Holiday Rush Gift Shoppe! From September 3 through November 26, Rush Rewards Members can accumulate points 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, December 2, and Sunday, December 3, at The Event Center.
50+ Young at Heart — Every Tuesday in September, 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., Rivers Casino Portsmouth will offer Rush Rewards Members aged 50 and older an opportunity to earn 50 points to receive $10 in free slot play.
Poker Room
A new series of poker promotions gives Rush Rewards members the chance to win big:
High Hand Giveaway: Players can win $200 every day from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. for the highest qualifying poker value hand during the 30-minute tracking period.
$500 Royal Flush: Players can win $500 instantly with a Royal Flush using both cards in a hand.
$100,000 Bad Beat Jackpot: Players can win a share of the $100,000 Bad Beat Jackpot if dealt a losing hand quad tens or higher.
The Poker Room is open to players ages 21 and over, and open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 a.m.
BetRivers Sportsbook Viewing Parties
Regular season football officially returns on September 7! Kick off the season at BetRivers Sportsbook — Rivers Casino Portsmouth’s luxe sportsbook featuring club seating, a full-service bar, betting windows, 27 self-service kiosks, and multiple upsized high-def screens for viewing. Visit riverscasino.com for up-to-date details on game day specials and events.
Rivers Casino Portsmouth also regularly hosts Pay-Per-View UFC, MMA, and Boxing screenings. General seating is first-come, first-serve with booth seats reserved for VIP guests.
UFC 293 Adesanya vs. Strickland — Saturday, September 9, 2023 — Main Card begins at 10:00 p.m.
SHOWTIME BOXING: Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo — Saturday, September 30, 2023, 8:00 p.m.
Guests must be 21+ years old to attend viewings and events in BetRivers Sportsbook.
The Sound Bar – Live Music featuring Local Talent
Visit The Sound Bar to hear live DJs and bands every weekend in September, starting on Thursdays at 8 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 9 p.m.
Featured bands include:
Seamless Trio: Friday, September 1; Klaxton Brown: Saturday, September 2; Troy Breslow: Thursday, September 7; The Deloreans: Friday, September 8; Good Shot Judy: Saturday, September 9; DJ Solertech: Wednesday, September 13; Vince Kornegay: Thursday, September 14; The Fuzz Band: Saturday, September 16; The Jason Cale Band: Thursday, September 21; Joselyn Best & Soulful Soundz: Friday, September 22; The Champagne Band: Saturday, September 23; Hot Cakes: Thursday, September 28; Seamless Full Band: Friday, September 29
“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” will begin on Wednesday, September 13 and continue through December — taking place on the second Wednesday of each month. Guests can enjoy Happy Hour in The Sound Bar from 6 -7 p.m., and the competition showcase will take place from 7- 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.
Upcoming Ticketed Shows at The Event Center
The Commodores and The Spinners – Take a trip down memory lane with live performances featuring The Commodores and The Spinners. The soulful sounds of the 70s and 80s will fill The Event Center on Saturday, September 9, at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale NOW and start at $59.
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, October 7, at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale NOW and start at $39.
“Rivers Gives” in Hampton Roads
“Rivers Gives,” the casino’s ongoing community engagement initiative, includes volunteerism, board service, in-kind contributions, corporate giving, and donation drives. In addition to winning big on the gaming floor, gamers also have an opportunity to pay it forward by donating chips, vouchers, and cash to support this month’s charity partner, the HER Shelter (Help and Emergency Response, Inc.). The HER Shelter provides leadership, advocacy, and resources to survivors and communities affected by Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence, Stalking, and Human Trafficking.
Throughout the month of August, “Rivers Gives” focused on helping students prepare for the upcoming school year by donating and distributing school supplies for the End of Summer Bash hosted by the City of Portsmouth. In September, Team Members will support the City of Portsmouth’s community cleanup initiative. Rivers Gives will also make a donation to Portsmouth Police Athletic League (PAL) for every bag of trash collected in remembrance of 9/11.
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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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