Gila River Resorts & Casinos has announced the opening of a brand-new bingo hall at its newest property, Santan Mountain. To celebrate the launch of bingo at Santan Mountain and unveil its new bingo club, Gila River Resorts & Casinos will be hosting a grand opening event that is open to the public on Aug. 29 – Sept. 1. The grand opening event will be held from 10a.m. to 12p.m. and 4p.m. to 6p.m., at Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Santan Mountain, located at 7101 Gilbert Rd. Chandler, AZ 85249. 

Attendees can look forward to seeing the World’s Largest Bingo drum, giveaways, live DJ, a surprise celebrity guest host and more throughout the grand opening weekend. The first 230 guests in line for each session will get to spin the prize wheel and win a free t-shirt, dauber, gift card, hat, varsity jacket, or other prizes while supplies last. Attendees will also have a chance to participate in Santan Mountain’s inaugural bingo games at 12p.m., 5:30p.m., and 6:30p.m. Santan Mountain is offering a “Buy One, Get One Free” special offer for electronic ticket packages during the grand opening weekend, Friday, Aug. 29 – Monday, Sept. 1.

The new state-of-the-art bingo room also will host Bingo After Dark. Also known as B.A.D. Bingo, the exciting late night sessions will take place every Saturday night at 11:30p.m. and include a live DJ, line dancing, glowsticks, cash prizes, and more. Sales start at 9p.m. and spots fill up fast. Attendees won’t want to miss the surprise hosts for the first ever B.A.D. Bingo session at Santan Mountain on Saturday, August 30.

“Bingo has consistently been one of the most beloved and high-energy experiences at our Vee Quiva location, drawing loyal guests and new players alike with every session,” said Gila River Resorts & Casinos’ General Manager, Denise Pfaff. “We knew we had something special, and with the excitement and demand continuing to grow, it only made sense to bring bingo to our newest and most modern property—Santan Mountain. We’re thrilled to introduce a vibrant new way to play and win in a one-of-a-kind setting.”

Santan Mountain’s 13,000-square foot Bingo Club boasts an indoor/outdoor open floor plan with floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning panoramic views of the San Tan Mountains. The bingo hall also features a world-class sound system and lighting system for an immersive playing experience, a dance floor, sophisticated decor and modern interior design elements, 98inch HDTV’s, and digital bingo options and playing features. Bingo sessions will be hosted daily, with bingo ticket packages ranging from $30-$225.

In addition to the new bingo club, Gila River Resorts & Casinos’ Santan Mountain is a modern gaming destination and home to the largest casino sportsbook in the state, 900+ slot machines and table games, a luxurious High Limit Room, five culinary concepts, three bars and lounges, and live music on the weekends.

Gila River Resorts & Casinos has partnered with Peak Strategic Partnerships in a first-of-its-kind collaboration in the tribal gaming industry. Through this strategic alignment, Peak Strategic Partnerships will identify and broker sponsorship opportunities for Gila River Resorts & Casinos, further enhancing the brand’s presence and strategic partnerships across multiple industries.

As the first example of this innovative partnership, Gila River Resorts & Casinos has secured a landmark partnership with Carnival Corporation’s global portfolio of cruise lines, creating new opportunities to elevate guest experiences and brand visibility. This partnership will introduce exclusive offers and brand placements within the casino environment designed to enhance engagement between both brands and their audiences.

“We are thrilled to partner with Peak Strategic Partnerships to push the boundaries of sponsorship and brand collaborations in the tribal gaming industry. This partnership allows us to tap into valuable markets and deliver unique experiences for our guests while strengthening our position as a leader in the industry,” said Dominic Orozco, President and CMO of Gila River Resorts & Casinos.

Peak Strategic Partnerships, known for its ability to forge impactful brand partnerships, will leverage its extensive network and expertise to secure and manage sponsorships that will be meaningful to Gila River Resorts & Casinos.

“This partnership marks a significant milestone, not only for Gila River Resorts & Casinos but for the tribal gaming industry as a whole. By utilizing a 24/7/365 casino environment to align with world-class brands, Peak is setting a new standard for innovative marketing and guest engagement. Brands are excited at the potential of unlocking Out-of-Home and Sponsorship budgets to align themselves with premier tribal operators such as Gila River Resorts & Casinos,” said Sean Boyd, COO of Peak Strategic Partnerships.