Rowlett Stampede brings casino gaming, western flair

Rowlett Stampede brings casino gaming, western flair

The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce is continuing its an annual tradition of fun, live entertainment and gaming as its hosts its 22nd Annual Casino Night this December. 

Tickets are on sale and sponsorship opportunities are available for the country and western-themed event, dubbed the “Rowlett Stampede.”  The Major Sponsor for this year’s event is Lake Pointe Medical Center.  It is with the support of sponsors that the Chamber is able to carry out its economic development efforts, education initiatives, and many Rowlett Chamber of Commerce programs benefiting the community.  Therefore, the Chamber thanks Lake Pointe Medical Center for its support and belief in the Chamber and the Rowlett Community.

Casino Night will take place from 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 at the Hella Temple, 2121 Rowlett Road in Garland.  Buffet dinner will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m., with gaming from 7:30 p.m. until the event concludes. Guests are encouraged to dress in western attire.

Advance tickets for the Rowlett Stampede are $45 per person, which includes dinner, beer and playing chips. Tables of 10 are $450. Tickets will be $50 each at the door. Tickets are available at the Chamber, 3910 Main St. in Rowlett, or call 972-475-3200.

Guests can play Texas Hold ‘Em, slot machines, craps, black jack and roulette – with a chance at winning several great prizes.

“Our guests really enjoy the casino games and atmosphere,” said Diane Lemmons, Chamber President. “Every attempt is made to duplicate the feel of an actual country and western casino.”
 
The Chamber’s raffle will continue throughout the evening. Guests use their raffle tickets for a chance to win items donated to the Chamber by members and supporters. Raffle items range from jewelry, dinners, hotel stays, resort stays, entertainment, sporting events, decorative items, art, and more.

“The list is endless,” said Lemmons.  “We never know what to expect, and there is always a treasure or two.”
 
Entertainment will be provided throughout the evening by the Keith Mitchell Band. Guests will enjoy the casino, dancing, bull riding, and many other surprises.
           
For more information, click here or email louisebrown@rowelttchamber.com.

 

 

 Submitted by Louise Brown, Communications Director, Rowlett Chamber of Commerce.

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