Special Tribal Event Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Pictured Above: Members of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Council pose at the Ute Mountain Casino Hotel’s 30th Anniversary Celebration. L-R: Lyndreth Wall; Austin Turtle; Chairman Manuel Heart; Darwin Whiteman; Jr.; and Archie House, Jr.

Recently, the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe celebrated and honored the 30th Anniversary of the Ute Mountain Casino Hotel. The event featured speeches from Tribal Chairman Manuel Heart, current council members and former council members, as well as dances, drum performances, gifts and promotional giveaways.

The event attracted local people as well as government officials including Colorado Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera, Cortez Mayor Rachel Medina and Councilwoman Lydia Dehaven.

“It is an honor to join you in the celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Ute Mountain Casino Hotel, “ Ms. Primavera said. “The Ute Mountain Ute Tribe was the first in Colorado to open an Indian gaming establishment 30 years ago. Over the years, the casino has seen developments and renovations, making it into a key destination in southwest Colorado. Developing from a single bingo hall, the Ute Mountain Casino Hotel is one of the largest casinos in the Four Corners region and continues to serve as an employer for the tribe as well as generating revenue for the Tribe to invest in the community.

“Congratulations on this important milestone.”

The casino also hosted a complimentary buffet luncheon for 300 attendees in the casino’s Bingo Hall. 

Photos from the Special Tribal Event

About Ute Mountain Casino Hotel

Beneath the expansive western sky in Colorado lies the Ute Mountain Casino Hotel, the State’s first Tribal gaming facility and your Four Corners Connection! Nestled in the shadow of the legendary Sleeping Ute Mountain and just 20 minutes from the entrance to Mesa Verde National Park, the Ute Mountain Casino Hotel and Resort offers Southwestern hospitality, friendly faces, great food and lots of gaming excitement! The Hotel has 90 rooms including suites with an indoor swimming pool, hot tub and state-of-the-art workout facility to enjoy. Live Table games from Blackjack to Roulette and all the latest and greatest Slots. There is also a large Bingo Hall and area favorite Kuchu’s restaurant on premises. Sleeping Ute RV Park and a full-service 24-hour Travel Center including fuel/diesel and a convenience store are located right next door. Groups welcome! Connect with us on Facebook and at:  utemountaincasino.com.

Experience the adrenaline rush of watching the Big Game at Ute Mountain Casino this season! As a special treat, our Legendary and Pinnacle players are invited to enjoy free food and drinks as they witness the thrill of the game. Not a Legendary or Pinnacle player? No problem! Our Timberline players can enjoy food and drinks for just $10 while watching the game, while all others can enjoy the party with all-you-can eat for just $20.

Super Fun Drawings & Prizes

And that’s not all – we’ll be holding drawings at random during the party, adding an extra layer of excitement to the mix. Lucky winners could take home FREE Play and other fun prizes. Plus, guests can play fun games such as throw a football through a target and tossing bean bags.

So if you’re looking for where to watch the Big Game, come on down to Ute Mountain Casino, where the game is big, and the rewards are even bigger!

Calling all Garth Brooks & country music fans! 🎸 Join us at Ute Mountain Casino Hotel in the Event Center for TWO nights only on August 11th & 12th, 2023 at 8PM to witness the incredible performance of The Garth Guy Concert! 🤠🎤

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to see the busiest and most experienced Garth Brooks tribute artist in the world, live on stage.

The Garth Guy tribute band, led by Dean Simmons, has been honoring the music of Garth Brooks since 1994. Known for their appearances on AXS TV’s World’s Greatest Tribute Bands and Legends in Concert, they recreate the energy and excitement of a live Garth Brooks concert.

Rally your crew, mark your calendars, and we’ll see you for a night of great country music!

The Saturday performance is FREE!

We are thrilled to announce that the world-renowned Neil Diamond tribute artist, Jay White, is gracing the Ute Mountain Casino stage this Labor Day Weekend for TWO NIGHTS – September 1 & 2, 2023.

Jay White is not just an artist; he is a master of his craft – captivating audiences with his striking resemblance and uncanny vocal similarity to the legendary singer. His performances are nothing short of a spectacle, blending the charisma, raw talent, and energy that made Neil Diamond an icon.

Tickets are just $25 and go on sale on August 17th at utemountaincasino.com. Don’t miss out on this musical extravaganza!