Casinos: Ample Space for Meetings

CASINOS:

Ample Space for Meetings

As planners ramp up their return to meetings, many will be looking for venues that provide plenty of space and options for dining and entertainment without the need to transport attendees to multiple locations and venues.

Casino resort properties are ideal venues, as many boast tens of thousands of square feet (or more) of function space, plus a wide variety of restaurants and entertainment options all in one place to make the return to in-person meetings and events fun, enjoyable, comfortable and safe.

Here is a sampling of casino resorts throughout the region and some of what they have to offer to planners as they bring their groups together once again in fun and engaging ways.

BALLY’S • ATLANTIC CITY, NJ

Total Meeting Space: 80,000-square feet Capacities: 10-1,900 Largest: Grand Ballroom, just under 15,000 SQ FT Hotel: 1,214 guestrooms (110 suites) Update: $100+million hotel renovation to be completed in spring 2022

“With the meeting and function space being on one designated level, it allows the groups to focus on their event without any distraction,” notes Peter Cicone, regional vice president of sales, Bally's Corporation/Bally’s Atlantic City. “Three large ballrooms also can be split into multiple sections, and there is over 10,000square feet of pre-function space allowing attendees to interact comfortably and at a safe distance while networking and enjoying their break and meal periods.”

A full business center is located on the meeting room level, as are several prefixed registration areas to designate the individual check-in of meetings, and also free-standing restaurants. This allows attendees easy access to dine a la carte should they choose not to utilize Bally’s banquet services.

Additionally, Bally’s Atlantic City on the boardwalk boasts a casino, gourmet dining with celebrity Chef Guy Fieri, casual dining and a food court, Bally’s Beach Bar, and a new outdoor/indoor entertainment and dining venue.

Caesars Entertainment Caesars, Tropicana & Harrah's • Atlantic City, NJ

Total Meeting Space: 300,000-square feet (three properties) Largest: 100,000 SQ FT (Waterfront Conference Center at Harrah's) Hotel: 6,500 guestrooms (three properties) Update: $400-million being reinvested into Caesars Entertainment Atlantic City properties, including renovated rooms and guest experiences by 2023

Planners can choose between numerous dining options, meeting spaces, gaming opportunities, nightlife and entertainment at all three resorts. Caesars Entertainment offers a dedicated team that works closely with planners, making it easy to create a meeting with one point of contact, one food and beverage minimum - all on one invoice.

Among the new offerings that soon will premiere at Caesars Entertainment properties are Nobu Restaurant at Caesars Atlantic City in 2022 and Spiegelworld Entertainment that has entered an extended partnership with Caesars to resurrect the historic Warner Theatre.

These new additions join existing Caesars Entertainment restaurants and venues in Atlantic City, such as Gordon Ramsay Steak, Nero's Italian Steakhouse, Martorano's Italian Restaurant, Rum Point Crab House, Chelsea Five Gastro Pub, Il Verde, The Palm, Cuba Libre, Carmine's, The Pool at Harrah's and more.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, NJ

Total Meeting Space: 150,000-square feet Capacity: 7,000 guests (Etess Arena) Hotel: 1,971 guestrooms and suites

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City boasts a variety of event venues that can amplify any program and are designed to accommodate groups of all sizes. For the largest gatherings, Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena can stage general sessions for up to 7,000 people or over 300 trade show booths.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City also offers elegant ballrooms, on-site catering, meeting rooms, an expansive outdoor swimming pool deck, a nightclub, two patios overlooking the beach, plus features and services like Wi-Fi, expert AV and technological integration, LED TVs, direct-dial phone line capabilities, and adjustable live-feed music. Full or partial buyouts can be arranged in many of the casino's restaurants, too. For entertainment, check out top headliners at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena, visit Comedy Club, DAER Nightclub or head to the casino for gaming excitement. The property's Hard Rock Cafe boasts a world-renowned menu, live music and entertainment with two live music stages, including one in the Main Cafe and the other on the boardwalk.

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Live! Casino & Hotel • Hanover, MD

Total Meeting Space: 50,000-square feet – The HALL at Live! Capacity: 4,000 seated (The HALL) Hotel: 310 guestrooms (50 suites), AAA Four-Diamond Rated Update: The HALL at Live! is a newly renovated, one-of-a-kind venue that includes private VIP boxes with balcony views, 10 breakout rooms and extensive dining options

The HALL at Live! is home to expansive, customizable meeting and event venues, pre-function space, a contemporary and modern design, life-size wall art, as well as a dramatic grand staircase and chandelier. The HALL at Live! features a $10-million state-of-the-art AV system, three massive, high-resolution LED screens, a ribbon board that wraps around the space, and breakout rooms with interactive screens.

The property boasts The Prime Rib, which features a private wine room and offers the opportunity to dine under the stars on the Prime Rib patio. A slew of enhancements at Live! Hotel are designed to allow groups to enjoy a well-rounded corporate retreat. Nearby, guests can enjoy shopping at Arundel Mills Mall, and explore Annapolis, Old Ellicott City, and Washington, DC.

“Our full-service accommodations include traditional and unique meeting and event spaces, luxe entertainment and world-class restaurants, shopping, and a culinary team that specializes not only in traditional menus, but authentic international cuisine,” notes Cindy Jones, vice president, sales and marketing, hospitality division for Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland. To add to the lavish atmosphere, Live! Hotel features the Cordish Art Collection curated by Suzi Cordish that includes works by Andy Warhol, Jennifer Steinkamp, Charlie Ahn, Robert Indiana and Not Vital.

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, PA

Total Meeting Space: 15,500-square feet (The Event Center) Capacity: 1,000 (Market Ballroom) Hotel: 208 guestrooms and suites

The Event Center at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia features a high-tech performance stage, six meeting rooms and a stylish and contemporary pre-function space. Additionally, event rentals atop the property’s parking structure are available where Live! Philadelphia event planners can help create outdoor gatherings that provide amazing views of the city skyline and the Stadium District.

Private event spaces at Live! are offered in The Prime Rib, Luk Fu, and Sports & Social restaurants, as well. Groups can access The Event Center and the hotel directly from the 2nd floor of the parking garage. In addition, Live! Philadelphia offers team building opportunities, including learning table games such as blackjack, taking an art walk in the building, and participating in chef tastings.

Live! boasts gaming, a FanDuel Sportsbook, 11 dining outlets and multiple bars. Guests also can experience the action of live sports as they are in the Stadium District where Philadelphia's sports teams are within walking distance, plus additional dining and entertainment options at the casino’s sister property, Xfinity Live!

“The options are endless when planning an event at Live! – from multiple venue selections to customized catering and entertainment packages, organizers can work with our experienced team to plan the ultimate meeting,” proclaims Kelley Maddox, vice president of sales for Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia. “The event spaces are all equipped with state-of-the-art AV technology, which can accommodate all forms of entertainment. The Market Ballroom can accommodate a large stage, which is perfect for live performances, and our talented team is happy to make recommendations for local vendors and entertainment partners.”

Whether it’s for a one-day meeting or a multi-day conference, Live!’s team can handle every detail, including the creation of custom menus, or planning a “Dine Around the Casino” event, where guests can enjoy light bites and the flavors of The Prime Rib, Luk Fu, Sports and Social and Termini Brothers brought to their meeting room.

Mohegan Sun Pocono • Wilkes-Barre, PA

Total Meeting Space: 20,000+ square feet Largest: 15,000 SQ FT (Keystone Grand Ballroom) Hotel: 238 guestrooms, 20 suites Update: The property now offers additional function space since the recent debut of its new Seasons Meeting Venue

Mohegan Sun Pocono is home the 15,000-square foot Keystone Grand Ballroom, divisible into six different salons, as well as four conference meeting rooms and the new Seasons Meeting Venue.

“In the Keystone Ballroom at Mohegan Sun Pocono, there may be a weekend where we’re hosting an American Cornhole League tournament broadcast on ESPN, and the following weekend we may be preparing for a wedding or the Black-owned Business Expo, which was a tremendous event that took place this past fall,” explains Sarah Farrell, director of sales and conventions for Mohegan Sun Pocono.

“The versatility we have at our disposal in hosting all types of events is a differentiator,” Farrell adds. “Having world-class dining and gaming experiences, live entertainment, hotel and spa accommodations and more, all under one roof, gives us a major benefit, as well. Venues like the Rustic Kitchen Bistro & Bar and Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse offer private buyout opportunities, too... Guests and group planners can depend on our planning professionals to design outcomes that amaze and impress.”

Mount Airy Casino Resort • Mt. Pocono, PA

Total Meeting Space: 25,000+square feet Capacity: 1,200 Outdoor Space: 15,000 SQ FT (Tented Area) Hotel: 284 guestrooms, 29 suites

Mount Airy Casino Resort has a wide range of spaces and layouts, combined with state-of-the-art technology and high-end accommodations, able to adapt to the needs of various event types. Its more than 25,000-square feet of flexible event space boasts six rooms, including a convention center/grand ballroom, a patio for up to 100 people, and a 15,000-square foot tented area.

“Mount Airy Casino Resort offers more than just a space to hold your meeting,” explains Glenn Cademartori, vice president of marketing for the casino resort, “The team helps create the best experience for all attendees. The meeting spaces are adaptable to current times, and include a state-of-the-art video wall, allowing virtual attendees to be involved in all parts of the event. For food and beverage, Mount Airy Casino Resort works to deliver the best with the help of an Executive Chef, ensuring your functions are flawless.”

The wide range of luxury amenities offered by this boutique resort hotel include: a Sports Illustratedrecognized lakefront 18-hole golf course; a spa, salon and exercise facility; indoor/outdoor swimming pool; and a covered deck and tented area. The resort also features signature restaurant and bar options, including Guy Fieri’s Mt. Pocono Kitchen, Bistecca by Il Mulino, Lucky 8 Noodle + Sushi Bar, The Buffet, Last Call, and The Glass Bar and Pia’s Lounge. Afterward, visit the casino or catch a performance by a headline entertainer.

Ocean Casino Resort Atlantic City, NJ

Total Meeting Space: 160,000-square feet Outdoor Spaces: 90,000 SQ FT Capacities: 10 – 10,000 Hotel: 1,399 guestrooms and suites Update: Underwent a $21-million reinvestment in 2021, including three new high-limit slot and table games venues, two new Ocean Rewards Members lounges and more

Ocean Casino Resort Atlantic City boasts 160,000-square feet of private, flexible meeting and convention space with complimentary Wi-Fi, and an on-site technical support team, as well as 90,000-square feet of unique outdoor spaces for events. After hours, guests can indulge in worldclass cuisine and incredible entertainment or relax at Exhale Spa.

Situated right on the boardwalk and offering scenic ocean views, the property encompasses more than 20 beachfront acres, where groups can take advantage of unique seating areas, Adirondack chairs, and fire pits around the property.

Interiors are sleek, minimalist, and stylishly appointed with contemporary furnishings, and all guest rooms inspire with floor-to-ceiling windows in this luxury casino resort. Ocean’s high-energy casino also features ocean views and 135,000-square feet of gaming space. There also are plenty of nightlife experiences available, plus outstanding restaurants, live entertainment and more.

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Resorts Casino Hotel • Atlantic City, NJ

Total Meeting Space: 64,000-square feet Hotel: 942 guestrooms, 223 suites Update: $130-million in recent renovations

“The Resorts Conference Center is a great venue for a variety of different sizes and configurations, with the ability to host incredible functions for 10 to 1,350,” notes Ritambra Verma, director of sales and revenue management for Resorts Casino Hotel. “Group planners also can take advantage of organizing events at Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville Entertainment Complex, which is home to the LandShark Bar and Grill, the only year-round beachside restaurant in AC, and it is available for private parties. Plus, 14 of our 24 meeting and event rooms feature natural light and ocean views.”

These views are especially captivating inside the Atlantic Ballroom. Additional ballrooms include Ocean Ballroom for up to 1,000 guests, Horizon Ballroom, and the Starlight Ballroom. Resorts Casino Hotel also features outstanding dining and entertainment, gaming opportunities, including the Draftkings Sportsbook at Resorts, and much more.

Rivers Casino • Pittsburgh, PA

Largest Meeting Space: 25,000-square feet (The Event Center) Capacity: 2,000

Rivers Casino Pittsburgh is a 450,000-square foot entertainment complex with customizable spaces that include The Event Center with its 5,000-square foot pre-function room.

“We’ll customize our first-class amenities to fit every occasion,” proclaims Thor Kennedy, director of sales for the property. “Rivers Casino is Pittsburgh’s most engaging event destination with thousands of slots, world class restaurants and bars, live entertainment and more... Our high service standards and seasoned culinary team will ensure every detail is customized to your group and gets the attention it deserves.”

“When it comes to events and meetings, Rivers is a destination, not just a casino,” asserts Kennedy. “There's truly something for everyone, all in one convenient location. Our flexibility allows us to meet the needs of all our groups and guests, while offering the complete Rivers gaming experience.”

Total Meeting Space: 13,000-square feet Largest: 10,000 SQ FT (The Event Center) Update: An exciting new restaurant concept is currently in the works

“After six great years, Hugo’s Frog Bar and Chop House at Rivers Casino Philadelphia [closed on January 30, 2022]. An exciting new concept, yet to be announced, is planned for this location. In the meantime, Jack’s Bar + Grill, Mian, and Geno’s Steaks are open daily,” notes Justin Moore, general manager, Rivers Casino Philadelphia.

Rivers Casino Philadelphia has a variety of meeting spaces from The Event Center, which offers a ballroom and private boardroom, to an additional 3,000-square feet on-site that can be configured into 13 different rooms. With floor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic views of the Delaware River and the Benjamin Franklin Bridge, The Event Center ballroom is column-less, allowing for varied configurations. “At Rivers Casino, we’ll customize our first-class amenities to fit every occasion,” notes Dominique Frio, director of catering and sales for The Event Center at Rivers Casino Philadelphia. “Our dedicated team offers oneone-one planning to customize your event. We offer many features, including in-house audio and visual services, stunning décor options, and catering from renowned Gibsons Restaurant Group... Additionally, if there’s a special request that’s not already at the casino, we work with a plethora of vendors.”

Rivers presents a great opportunity to take advantage of built-in entertainment, gaming, various dining options, and free on-site parking.

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Rocky Gap Resort and Casino Flintstone, MD

Total Meeting Space: 10,000+square feet Hotel: 198 guestrooms, suites Update: Recently opened Lakeside Grille

Rocky Gap’s function space includes four, 600-square foot meeting rooms, an executive boardroom and two private dining rooms, each accommodating up to 24 guests. Rocky Gap also offers outdoor events at its Allegheny Event Center, the Lakeside Reception Area, Lakeside Terrace and Golfview Pavilion.

“The team at Rocky Gap can customize events based on any specific wants and needs for the meeting or event,” explains Wanda Holtschneider, director of marketing and hotel operations for Rocky Gap Resort and Casino. “Between dining and catering options, meeting spaces, activities and more, there is something for everyone. Groups not only have access to meeting spaces, but also the amenities of the resort and at Rocky Gap State Park. The team at Rocky Gap can arrange for a multitude of team building and outdoor activities, as well, including guided fishing tours and wildlife presentations.”

Meeting and business services at Rocky Gap include catering, state-of-the-art audio and visual technology and video conferencing capabilities in the meeting rooms, the ability to transform and tailor any event space and more. Dining includes the resort’s new high-end restaurant, Lakeside Grille, which overlooks a stunning lake, while Signatures Bar and Grill offers sports viewing in a clubhouse atmosphere. The private dining room in Lakeside Grille boasts stunning views and customized menus.

In addition to meeting space, on-site dining, the casino and outdoor activities, Rocky Gap can arrange golf outings for groups, as well.

Wind Creek Bethlehem Bethlehem, PA

Total Meeting Space: 60,000-square feet (after expansion) Hotel: 550 guestrooms (after expansion) Update: Wind Creek Bethlehem’s expansion is slated to be completed in 2022

Wind Creek Bethlehem’s expansion will add an all-new hotel tower featuring three luxurious ballrooms and an additional 35,000-square feet of meeting space.

"The benefits of choosing an integrated resort are twofold,” explains Amelia Tognoli, corporate communications manager for Wind Creek Hospitality. “First, the flexibility and numerous configurations afford planners the opportunity to execute meetings that align with their unique vision. Second, a meeting at Wind Creek Bethlehem is not limited to one room - meaning, meeting guests have the option to dine, game and revel in amenities that are unique to an integrated resort." Wind Creek Bethlehem’s dining experience includes everything from quick bites to signature culinary creations and celebrity chef restaurants like Emeril’s Chop House. The resort boasts plentiful opportunities for guest experiences and activities, including concerts, nightclubs, shopping and more.

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