Louise Lucas, and House Minority Leader Don Scott placed the ceremonial first wagers at the BetRivers Sportsbook adjacent to the gaming floor. Live and Virtual Entertainment: BetRivers Sportsbook, Topgolf Swing Suite, and The Sound BarĪt a preview event last Saturday, Portsmouth Mayor Shannon Glover, Senator L. Among several new restaurants are Admiral’s Steak & Seafood for high-end dining plus, casual fare at Crossings Café, Mian, Slice Pizzeria, Starbucks and opening later this year, Yard House - offering the world’s largest selection of draft beer. on January 23, and guests in attendance were among the first to experience the casino’s 1,446 slot machines, 57 table games, 24 poker tables and myriad onsite dining and entertainment options. Rivers Casino Portsmouth opened its doors to the public at approximately 10 a.m. Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters USO Hampton Roads and Central Virginia and Wesley Community Service Center each received $170,000 - representing a $510,000 total contribution from the casino. Rivers Casino Portsmouth also announced a donation to three local charity partners from proceeds during gaming floor test events on January 19 and 21.

'We’re grateful to the community and to our Team Members for their support, and we’re looking forward to launching this strong economic engine for the region.'Īt the ceremony, Rivers Casino Portsmouth was presented with its official casino operator’s license by Gina Smith, deputy director of gaming compliance at Virginia Lottery. 'We’re excited to join such a vibrant community and to unveil this beautiful entertainment venue for all to enjoy,' said Tim Drehkoff, CEO of Rivers Casino Portsmouth and Rush Street Gaming. Gee, executive director, Virginia Lottery and Tim Drehkoff, chief executive officer of Rivers Casino Portsmouth and Rush Street Gaming.

The morning ribbon-cutting ceremony featured remarks from Roy Corby, general manager of Rivers Casino Portsmouth Shannon Glover, Mayor of Portsmouth Brian Donahue, director of Portsmouth Economic Development Kelly T. Representatives from Rivers Casino Portsmouth, Rush Street Gaming and the City of Portsmouth cut the ceremonial ribbon at the casino’s grand opening on January 23, 2023.

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