Learn to bet, participate in the hat contest, enjoy drink specials and more!
The “greatest two minutes in sports” turns into the greatest two days for horse racing fans at the Rampart Casino in Summerlin. Those who gallop over to the casino will experience all the excitement of the 149th annual Kentucky Derby.
- Friday, May 5 – 6 p.m.
Betting Seminar inside Cascade: Get to know the ins and outs of horse race betting from veteran handicapper Bob Ike and Race & Sports Manager Duane Colucci during this exciting and educational seminar.
$1,000 Kentucky Derby Hat Contest and Race Day Specials: In true Derby fashion, Rampart Casino is inviting guests to pull out their over-the-top and fabulous hats on race day for a chance to win a portion of the $1,000 prize pool in free slot play.
Participants can enter the contest at the Casino Valet area between 1-2:30 p.m. The contest features a parade of contestants throughout the casino beginning at 2:30 p.m. The winner will be announced following the running of the race.
Those who place a derby wager for $50 or more prior to the race will receive their choice of a coupon to Clubhouse Deli for their choice of free chicken fingers, hamburger, or hot dog, and fries, or they can choose a $5 off coupon for Market Place Buffet.
Additionally, all casino bars will feature $5 Mint Juleps and Oaks Derby Cocktails, $15 buckets of Blue Moon beer, and more!
Duane Colucci has been a familiar face to bettors at Rampart Casino for nearly 20 years and a familiar voice on radio, appearing as an expert on radio programs and podcasts talking about the world of sports betting. Colucci brings a professional level of knowledge about horse racing and beyond.
Professional handicapper Bob Ike has worked in the horse racing industry since he could place his first bet. Ike has been a leading public handicapper since 1985, where he also shares his expertise as a radio host and on his website, BobIkePicks.com.
WHEN:
Friday, May 5 – Kentucky Derby Betting Seminar
Cascade Lounge
6 p.m.
Saturday, May 6 – Kentucky Derby Hat Contest and Race Day Specials
Race & Sports Book and all casino bars
Hat Contest entries accepted from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Casino Valet
Hat Contest Parade takes place at 2:30 p.m. throughout the casino
Kentucky Derby post time: approximately 3:57 p.m. PT
WHERE:
Rampart Casino
221 N. Rampart Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89145
Recently honored with six awards from Strictly Slots Best of Slots, Rampart Casino, an elegant 50,000 square foot casino, offers more than 1,300 slot machines, two dozen gaming tables, a 300-seat Bingo Room and a Race & Sports Book.
Rampart Casino’s Rampart Rewards club program offers exclusive resort benefits and rewards based on play, such as dining, spa and golf discounts, plus complimentary room nights at the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa.
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