SHARKS HEADING TO FISHTOWN, PLUS MARCH MANIA AT RIVERS
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SHARKS HEADING TO FISHTOWN, PLUS MARCH MANIA AT RIVERS
PHILADELPHIA — Feb. 28, 2025 — Aspiring entrepreneurs can make waves at Shark Tank’s upcoming casting call this spring. If you have a game-changing idea, prepare to pitch your business at Rivers’ Event Center.
For basketball fans, March Mania is here with an all-you-can-eat buffet, along with a second-chance sports betting promotion in the BetRivers Sportsbook. Plus, Philly’s gaming destination has a progressive jackpot of over $223,000 and plenty of entertainment options in Fishtown.
Make Waves at Shark Tank’s Casting Call
This spring, the chance to pitch your business to the casting team of the Emmy Award-winning Shark Tank is coming to Philly — and there’s no better place than Fishtown.
In partnership with WPVI-TV/6abc, The Event Center at Rivers Philadelphia will host an open casting call for Season 17 of Shark Tank.
Mark your calendars for Friday, April 11, when the Shark Tank Casting Team takes over The Event Center at 9 a.m. Budding business owners can apply online at ABC.com or sign up on-site.
March Mania at Rivers Casino
Watch and Wager in the BetRivers Sportsbook
Rivers Casino is the ultimate destination for college basketball action. Guests can reserve their seats in the BetRivers Sportsbook on select dates by visiting the casino’s website.
For unlucky guests, the sportsbook’s Second Chance Drawing offers another shot at winning. Participants can win the college jersey of a popular pro basketball player. Each entry also earns a hat or T-shirt, while supplies last. A total of 12 drawings — one on each day of the men’s tournament — will keep the excitement going.
Savor the Madness at Jack’s March Mania Buffet
Basketball excitement meets unbeatable flavors. Guests can indulge in a spread of gameday favorites during the first full days of the men’s college basketball tournament on Thursday, March 20, and Friday, March 21, from 4 to 10 p.m.
For $49 in advance, enjoy a lineup of all-you-can-eat favorites featuring:
· Loaded nacho and taco bar
· Boneless chicken wings
· Mini hot dogs
· Pulled pork sliders
· French bread pizza
· Caesar salad
· Italian pasta salad
Reservations are recommended and can be made on the casino’s restaurant page. Walk-in price: $56.
Upcoming Headliners in The Event Center
Hotel California — Saturday, March 1
Experience an unforgettable evening of rock classics as the acclaimed tribute band Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles” takes the stage at Rivers Casino Philadelphia on Saturday, March 1.
Tickets for the concert in The Event Center are on sale now, starting at $29. Showtime is 8 p.m.
Live Vietnamese Music — Sunday, March 2
Dam Vinh Hung, Quoc Khanh, Hoang Thuc Linh, Thu Thuong and Vu Doan Buoc Nhay will perform live in concert in The Event Center beginning at 9 p.m.
Grand Funk Railroad — Saturday, May 17
Grand Funk Railroad, one of the top rock groups of the 1970s, brings its American Band Tour to The Event Center on Saturday, May 17. Concert tickets are on sale now, starting at $29. Showtime is 8 p.m.
Jack’s Bar + Grill Dining and Entertainment
Happy Hour and Live Entertainment
Guests can enjoy happy hour featuring select cocktails, beers, wines and more, every Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. Free live music is available every weekend.
Additionally, guests can rock the microphone during live karaoke on the following Thursdays with Dr Thunder from 7 to 10 p.m.: March 6, 13 and 27. They can enjoy free live music every weekend.
· Friday, Feb. 28 — DJ Swoosh
· Saturday, March 1 — DJ Kyle B
· Friday, March 7 — Modern Luxe
· Saturday, March 8 — DJ HeadRush
· Friday, March 14 — Kicking Sunrise
· Saturday, March 15 — Brian Elliot/Marc Singer Duo
· Friday, March 21 — Sean Patrick & the Alibis
· Saturday, March 22 — Staycation
· Friday, March 28 — Big Bang Baby
· Saturday, March 29 — Abby Lee
Free Comedy — Wednesday, March 26
Philadelphia’s own Steve Rinaldi and friends bring their comedy to Fishtown with a free show starting at 8 p.m. Upcoming comedy shows at Jack’s are scheduled for Wednesday, April 30, and Wednesday, May 28.
Rivers Poker Room
The Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room will offer more than $200,000 in high hand promotions in March. Philly’s first poker room features no-limit Texas Hold ’em tournaments throughout the month, including the newest daily tournament and following series:
Most Sundays in March at 1:15 p.m.
March 2, 9, 23 and 30
· $120 Mini Monster Stack with a starting stack of 50,000 chips
Holiday Deepstack Series
Friday, March 14, to Monday, March 17
· Friday, March 14, Event 1: Double Board Bomb Pot $150 NLH | 6:15 p.m.
· Saturday, March 15, Event 2: Green Chip Bounty $100 NLH | 10:15 a.m.
· Saturday, March 15, Event 3: Mini Monster Stack $200 NLH | 5:15 p.m.
· Sunday, March 16, Event 4: Black Chip Bounty $250 NLH | 1:15 p.m.
· Monday, March 17, Event 5: Monster Stack $160 NLH | 11:15 a.m.
The Rivers poker page will be updated with new tournament information as it becomes available.
$400 high hand giveaways will be held every Friday and Saturday in March, every 30 minutes, from 11 a.m. to midnight.
Additionally, Power Hour payouts are doubled. Winners at 2 p.m., 8 p.m. and midnight will receive $800.
Also in March, there are special $500 high hands on Monday, March 17, every 30 minutes, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
For additional promotions and more poker information, please visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia, follow @RiversPokerPhl on X or visit the Bravo Poker Live app.
BetRivers Sportsbook
With a variety of betting options, guests can watch and wager on basketball, hockey and baseball, as well as the UFC.
PBC: Tank vs. Roach — Saturday, March 1
Gervonta “Tank” Davis vs. Lamont Roach, live from Brooklyn, New York, will be shown in the BetRivers Sportsbook on Saturday, March 1, at 8 p.m. Eastern time.
UFC 313: Pereira vs. Ankalaev — Saturday, March 8
Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev, live from Las Vegas, will be shown in the BetRivers Sportsbook on Saturday, March 8, at 10 p.m. Eastern time.
The sportsbook features 33 kiosks that are open 24/7. Tickets can be cashed at any time; writer windows are open during select times. Please visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia for reservations and more watch-and-wager information.
March Gaming
Rivers Casino’s Royal 9 baccarat progressive jackpot has topped $223,000 and is growing daily. Guests are eligible for the jackpot if they place a bonus wager for their unique King-Nine hand designation.
This month and every month, Rivers Casino Philadelphia offers daily promotions, incentives and opportunities throughout the gaming floor to play and win. Rush Rewards members regularly receive notices by mail and email of drawings for Free Slot Play, giveaways, food and travel offers, cash drawings, and more. For a current list of gaming floor promotions, poker room tournaments and table games action, visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia.
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ABOUT RIVERS CASINO PHILADELPHIA
Located along the Delaware River waterfront in Fishtown, Rivers Casino Philadelphia features more than 1,500 slots, 75 table games, 36 hybrid and automated gaming seats combined, a 28-table poker room, and a designated sportsbook area for live sports betting. Rita’s Italian Ice and Dunkin’ are among the popular grab-and-go locations in the casino’s Marketplace. The casino also offers an array of distinctive restaurants and bars — among them are Sapore, a welcoming Italian kitchen; Mian, featuring authentic Asian cuisine; Jack’s Bar + Grill; and FLIPT, which serves classic burgers and shakes. Guests will also enjoy riverfront views, live performances in The Event Center, free parking and daily promotions and giveaways. Riversuites at The Battery is the casino’s luxury boutique hotel. For additional information and current offers, please visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia.
MEDIA CONTACT
Jeff Shurilla
For Rivers Casino Philadelphia
215-764-2376 (cell)
jeff@hornercom.com