CASINO NIGHT GAMES & SPORTS

DESCRIPTION & PURPOSE:

A ‘Pop-Up’ Casino is the best way to describe this. Current members and their guests dress up and play a variety of casino games. The association can have dealers, a cashier, etc., and hold a contest for whoever ends up with the most chips that night. Everyone’s ticket includes a set amount of chips to start.

DIFFICULTY (1-5): 4 TIMELINE: 4-6 MONTHS

CONSIDERATIONS:

Venues

AGENDA:

• 1 HOUR FOR ARRIVALS, INTRODUCTIONS, AND RULES

• 2-3 HOURS FOR GAMES AND SOCIALIZING

• 30 MINUTES TO ANNOUNCE WINNERS

• Chapter house or an alumnus’ house – even a local gymnasium.

Décor

• Decor is not necessary, but is an option. Ask the venue what, if any, decor is included with the room rental.

• If needed, the venue can recommend outside vendors for additional themed decor, such as centerpieces, linen, napkins, up lighting, pipe and drape, etc.

Food

• Should likely be an assortment of finger foods, as people will be eating at their own pace/time – rather than a sit-down meal; likely catered.

Supplies

• You will likely have to rent all the items for the event, but usually there are local companies who specialize in these events and you should be able to find one in your area.

• Poker tables, blackjack tables, roulette tables, craps table, slots, casino chips, cards.

• You will also need knowledgeable volunteers to run the tables/host the evening.

Entertainment

• Consider providing music during the event.