Thanksgiving is a big day in Michigan, and casinos around the state are celebrating with special events for the Detroit Lions game, while others are offering special events and meals for those looking to avoid spending all day in the kitchen.
Thanksgiving events at Michigan casinos are highlighted by watch parties for the Lions, who will once again play their traditional game on this holiday. The difference this season? Fans can grab a second or a third turkey leg with impunity because their football team is as good as its ever been.
Customers and visitors to the state’s casinos could be eligible to win prizes or take advantage of boosts or deals depending on the venue they frequent. They can also capitalize on special menus at select restaurants in some of Michigan’s casinos. Our roundup of Thanksgiving events is below.
Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears Thanksgiving Game Events
Turtle Creek Casino
At Turtle Creek Casino you can root for the Lions against their rivals the Chicago Bears, nosh on food, and enter to win prizes. Prize list:
- 1st Place: 40qt Bud Light Cooler, a portable speaker
- 2nd Place: 12pk Kanga Case, a bottle buddy
- 3rd Place: 6-pack Cooler, a 21oz Hydro-Flask
The Grand Prize Finale will be chosen on December 30 during halftime of the Lions vs 49ers. The winner could receive a Flat Top Grill LOCO, Bud Light Cooler Chairs, and a 40oz Hydro-Flask. Anyone who enters any single-game contest throughout the NFL season is eligible for the Grand Prize Finale giveaway.
Gun Lake Casino
Gun Lake Casino is open, even as its renovation continues. NFL fans, and Lions fans in particular, can win prizes when they visit on game days. Gun Lake offers exclusive game day VIP and VVIP (Very Very Important People) experiences. Visitors can get premium seating in the 131 Sportsbook Lounge, which offers food and drinks for patrons.
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort
Every week before home games, Soaring Eagle Casino gives away suite tickets for Lions’ games. This week you’ll be entered to win tickets to the next home game, not Thanksgiving Day. But that’s still a great chance to win suite tickets for an NFL game featuring the exciting Detroit Lions.
The Soaring Eagle Casino Bonus Drawing also offers a chance for three guests to win $500 in premium play, in a 7 p.m. drawing. The grand prize winner receives Lions tickets, swag, and $500 in premium play. That drawing at at 9 p.m. every Monday before the next week’s game.
You must earn a minimum of 600 points through casino or sports betting on the day of the drawing, between 12 a.m. and 8:55 p.m. Great news! You’ll get one entry for each 600 points you earn. The more you play and more points you earn, the more entries you get for Lions Suite tix and more.
Lions Suite Seats Giveaway Schedule:
- November 25: Enter to Win tickets for the December 5 game
- December 9: Enter to Win tickets for the December 15 game
- December 29: January home game (date and time TBD)
Food drive, Thanksgiving specials at Michigan’s casinos
FireKeepers Casino Hotel
At FireKeepers Casino, you can bring in five or more nonperishable food items throughout the rest of the month and receive $10 in Red Hot Credits.
Just visit the Rewards Club in the main lobby to drop off donations and redeem your offer.
Odawa Casinos
Odawa Casinos will have special Thanksgiving meal options at its restaurants at the Petoskey location.
Room 94 will offering smoked turkey sliders or smokey turkey “Rachel” for $20, or a smoked turkey dinner for $25.95. The location will be open noon-10 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
Sage has a $50 dinner special from noon-6 p.m. Customers will have a choice of a starter, entrée and dessert. Entrees include a roast turkey dinner, slow roasted prime rib, and herb roasted pork loin.
Bay Mills
Sacy’s Restaurant at Bay Mills Casino will have a Thanksgiving special taking place from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday. A carved turkey dinner with all the traditional side options and a piece of pumpkin or apple pie for dessert will cost $18.99.
