Every Saturday, August 8-29, Graton guests can take part in the $600,000 Defend Your Summer Giveaway. Drawings take place every hour from 7PM-11PM at The Portal, where one lucky winner will drive away in a new Land Rover Defender® each week. Plus, every Saturday one lucky Guest wins $10,000 cash during the 7PM drawing, while 40 winners will get up to $5,000 Free Slot Play.
Mondays in August bring even more opportunities to win with the Over $200,000 Sizzlin’ Spins Slot Tournament, held from 2PM-7PM. With 50 guaranteed winners at every tournament, Guests can compete for a top prize of up to $15,000 cash.
Mark your calendars for August 21-22, when Graton Resort & Casino debuts its Savor Sonoma inaugural two-day culinary festival celebrating the best of Sonoma County’s food and wine. Headlined by Chopped/Master Chef/Iron Chef star Aarón Sánchez, the festival brings together acclaimed chefs Bryan Voltaggio, Michael Voltaggio, Marcus Samuelsson, Charlie Palmer, Dustin Valette and Graton Executive Chef Roy Ellamar, alongside a wide array of premier Sonoma County wineries.
The delicious weekend begins Friday with the Headliners’ Dinner at AYA, featuring a five-chef tasting feast with exceptional Sonoma County wine pairings. Saturday brings the signature Live Fire & Vine event, where renowned chefs showcase open-fire cooking poolside, while local restaurants, wineries, and breweries serve and pour inside a Wine Country village. A portion of every ticket sold benefits the Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund, a program of Emeril Lagasse Foundation supporting culinary scholarships, mentorship and community grants for Latino youth.
Graton Resort & Casino’s entertainment lineup continues with performances by three acclaimed Asian artists.
Paul Wong – Saturday, August 29 at 8PM
Hong Kong rock legend Paul Wong, guitarist, vocalist and songwriter of the iconic band Beyond, has influenced generations of music fans across Asia with his signature sound and electrifying performances. With a career spanning more than three decades, he remains one of Asian rock’s most respected artists.
Hai Lai A Mu – Sunday, September 6 at 8PM
Hai Lai A Mu is one of contemporary Chinese music’s most celebrated singer-songwriters, known for his heartfelt lyrics, distinctive voice and emotionally powerful performances. Rising to prominence with hits including Aguojiqu, The Song Requester, Nothing More Than Life and Three Lifetimes, Three Fortunes, his music blends modern pop with the rich cultural heritage of the Yi ethnic tradition.
Annabelle Louie – Saturday, September 12 at 8PM
Hong Kong singer, actress and television host Annabelle Louie (Lui On Na) rose to fame in the 1980s as one of Cantopop’s most recognizable female voices. Known for chart-topping hits and her Platinum-selling album Don’t Remember the Old Dreams, Louie will be joined by special guest Ram Chiang (Chi Kwong Chiang) for an evening of classic duet performances.
To purchase tickets for Savor Sonoma, visit SavorSonoma.com. For tickets to upcoming performances, or to explore Graton Resort & Casino’s latest promotions, dining and entertainment, visit Graton.com.
