Casino Scene: Hot Happenings at Our Preferred Properties

GAMING AND DESTINATIONS CASINO SCENE

HOT HAPPENINGS AT OUR PREFERRED CASINOS, RACETRACKS AND MORE.

We are excited to continue to publish our top picks for entertainment, promotions and other features from Preferred Properties of Gaming and Destinations. These properties are supporters of G&D and we encourage you to check them out on your next gaming adventure. For more hot happenings and gaming news, visit GamingandDestinations.com.

(Philadelphia, MS) Pearl River Resort is one of the premier gaming and entertainment destinations in the South. Featuring two hotels and casinos with the Silver Star Hotel & Casino and the Golden Moon Hotel & Casino collectively boasting over 1,000 rooms, a luxurious spa, award-winning dining and more, your options of luxurious living won’t run short. Also take advantage of two-championship golf courses at the Dancing Rabbit Golf Club that are regularly featured as top courses to play in the country. Pearl River is also known for having some of the best entertainment in the South including Poison (July 3) and Tesla (September 17). For reservations and more information, call 1-866-447-3275 or visit PearlRiverResort.com.

(Coastal Mississippi) As the website says, “When you visit The Secret Coast, you will be met with warm welcomes and 62 miles of shoreline dotted by unique coastal communities.” This is a perfect description of the Southern destination loaded with casinos, great golf, restaurants and more. The biggest event of the year comes in October with Cruisin’ The Coast (Oct. 2-9) that offers a celebration of antique classic cars and hot rods boasting great bands and other entertainment stretched over 30 miles of beach-side highway with stops in Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, D’Iberville, Gulfport, Pass Christian, Ocean Springs and Pascagoula. Book your room now because they will fill up quickly! Get more information about the area and other events and entertainment at GulfCoast.org.

(Baton Rouge, LA) L’Auberge Baton Rouge - L’Auberge Baton Rouge is Baton Rouge’s premier gaming, dining, entertainment, and lodging destination! Enjoy live entertainment in The Event Center featuring: Marlon Wayans (July 16), Tom Segura (July 17), The Chee-Weez (Aug. 13) and Deon Cole (Aug. 18). Tickets available at all Ticketmaster outlets. Riverbend Terrace II is also now open! Featuring 2,400 sq. ft. of open-air gaming, over 91 slot machines, 5 table games and an entertainment bar. For more information, call 866-261-7777 or visit LBatonRouge.com.

(Vicksburg, MS) Ameristar Casino Hotel - Ameristar is committed to creating a magical experience for every guest, and that goes for their room rates too. In addition to AARP, AAA and other discounts, the property also honors a “Best Rate Guarantee” that ensures you will get the best possible rate when you book your room and if happen to find a lower rate within 24 hours of making your reservation, they will happily match the rate. Enjoy!

For reservations and more information, call 1-601-630-3786 visit AmeristarVicksburg.com.

(Hot Springs, AR) Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort – Don’t miss great gaming and headlining entertainment at Oaklawn including Clint Black (Aug. 6), Cheap Trick (Sept. 17) and Lorrie Morgan (Sept. 23). Plus, stay and play on your next visit in Oaklawn’s new luxurious hotel and enjoy a resort-style pool and the relaxing Astral Spa. For more information and reservations, call 1-800-625-5296 or visit Oaklawn.com

(Tunica, MS) Hollywood Casino Tunica – Get a taste of the glitz and glamor of the stars at Hollywood Casino Tunica. After checking out the amazing collection of memorabilia around the property, guests can enjoy the award-winning Fairbanks Steakhouse for one of the best dining experiences in the region and then stay in a 5-story tower overlooking the casino floor and an 8-story tower next to the largest indoor pool in Tunica. Also check out the River Bend Links Golf Course for a round of golf and for a sweet treat, try a delicious Frappuccino at the new Hollywood & Grind coffee shop to round out your stay. For more information, call 1-800-8710711 or visit HollywoodCasinoTunica.com.

Celebrity Cruises - Discover luxury cruises to the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Alaska and more with a variety of options and destinations with Celebrity Cruises. Offering ports of departure in Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa, Florida, as well as California, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Washington, cruisers should be able to find a convenient destination to start the journey of a lifetime. There are always special offers and packages to take advantage of at CelebrityCruises. com. Check it out and start your adventure today!

(Mount Pleasant, MI) Soaring Eagle Casino Resort – If you are looking for great gambling and a full resort experience, look no further than Soaring Eagle. With 210,000 square-feet of gaming space, five hundred rooms and suites, and a Spa & Salon with everything you need to relax and be pampered. Also be sure to check out the array of dining options to fill any appetite including Ascend Sports Book & Lounge, Siniikaung Steak House and more. Plus, check out the upcoming headliner entertainment including The Black Crowes (July 9), Chris Stapleton (July 21), Zac Brown Band (July 30) and Journey, Blake Shelton, Kid Rock, Alice in Chains and Ringo Starr in August and September. Also…buy two or more tickets and get $20 in premium play to use on the day of the show. For more information, tickets and reservations, call 1-877232-4532 or visit SoaringEagleCasino.com.

(Bowler, WI) North Star Mohican Casino Resort – As if you ever needed a reason for a gambling getaway, North Star certainly has plenty of them to ensure your stay is great from the second you step in the lobby. Guests enjoy great gambling with over 1,200 machines, plenty of table games including blackjack, Three Card Poker, Let it Ride, Craps and more. Also, book a room in their luxurious contemporary hotel or the 57-site RV Park with 20-30-and 50amp service, pull thru sites, picnic table area and pet friendly. Top entertainment includes Jeff Foxworthy (July 9), Michael Carbonaro (August 13) and more. For more information and reservations, call 1-800-952-0195 or visit NorthStarCasinoResort.com.

(Deadwood, SD) Deadwood South Dakota is loaded with great events this summer including the biggest bike week on the planet, Sturgis Rally (Aug. 5-14) where you can find good times and great music including Snoop Dogg (Aug. 6), Slaughter (Aug. 7), Tesla (Aug. 8) Locash (Aug. 8), Rob Zombie (Aug. 8) Travis Tritt (Aug. 10), and Aaron Lewis (Aug. 10) just to name a few. Also take part in the poker tournament, pub crawl, 5K run, tattoo contest, beard and mustache contest and more. Get more info about the event at SturgisMotorcycleRally.com and more events and information about Deadwood at Deadwood.com