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Re: Colorado Poker (Black Hawk, Central City, Cripple Creek) A variance request has been announced today by Gilpin County for table games. The Division of Gaming will be holding their monthly meeting tomorrow (3rd Thursday of every month) to consider the issue.

While the Nov. 3 election was centered on the tight race between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, there was actually a much smaller issue on the ballot in Colorado. Colorado Amendment 77 was a vote to allow citizens in the state’s three gaming hubs – Black Hawk, Central City, and Cripple Creek – to decide whether or not they want to increase or remove betting limits in casino games, including poker.

Due to a 2008 law, maximum bets in Colorado were capped at just $100. As such, hold’em games at venues like Golden Gates Poker Parlour, which hosts several Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) and Heartland Poker Tour (HPT) stops each year, are spread either as limit or spread-limit $2-$100. Poker rooms at Golden Gates, Ameristar Black Hawk, and Isle Casino reopened back in September following pandemic closures.

Well, there was good news for gaming advocates as the measure passed with nearly 60% of the vote, which means the gaming communities will now be able to expand their offerings, not only in limits but also in new casino games being offered.

“We appreciate that Coloradans supported our town’s right to determine our future so we can improve economic opportunities for the people who live and work here,” former Cripple Creek mayor Bruce Brown said in a statement. “Things won’t change overnight, but I believe this will help us get back on our feet.”

Opponents of the measure believed a change could lead to an increase in problem gambling, while supporters, spearheaded by three major operators in Black Hawk – Caesars Entertainment, Penn National, and Monarch Casino Resort – said casino tax revenue would be used for community colleges and graduate programs.

In fact, 78% of revenue will go towards those programs, while 12% would go to two nearby counties (Gilpin and Teller) and 10% to the towns themselves.

The measure was also supported by the Colorado Gaming Association and Colorado Chamber of Commerce.

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John Padmore, poker manager at Golden Gates, was among those excited to see Colorado Amendment 77 pass.

“The passage of Amendment 77 allows the voters in each gaming city (Black Hawk, Central City and Cripple Creek) to approve maximum betting limits and what games are allowed in their city by a local election,” he told PokerNews. “Changes can take effect as early as May 1, 2021.”

“Changes can take effect as early as May 1, 2021.”

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He continued: “For poker, I anticipate that no limit will be allowed in Black Hawk. These are exciting times. Colorado will finally compete with other gaming markets, like those in Nevada. The passage of Amendment 77 should boost travel and tourism to the area so Black Hawk becomes a destination for players who want bigger action plus the other recreational options in the area, like visiting Rocky Mountain National Park, skiing, and other outdoor activities. Plus, higher-limit players who live locally won’t need to travel out of state to get the action they want. We expect the market to increase here and the Golden Gates Poker Parlour is ready.”

When it comes to poker in Colorado, Black Hawk has played a central role hosting mid-major stops such as the MSPT, HPT, WPTDeepStacks, and World Series of Poker Circuit. Golden Gates is also well-known for their in-house Colorado Poker Championship series.

Back in January, just prior to the pandemic shutdown, the MSPT hosted a $360 Regional Event, which saw Erasmus Morfe top a 1,087-entry field to capture a $53,048 first-place prize.

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The Golden Gates Casino is located in the heart of downtown Black Hawk. It is in close proximity to two sister gaming establishments: Golden Gulch Casino and Mardi Gras Casino. The trio of casinos is owned and operated by Twin River Management Group, which acquired the properties from Affinity Gaming in 2019.

In addition to its poker room, Golden Gates Casino offers a variety of table games and slots and boasts a 700-spot parking garage complete with free valet parking. In addition to its centrally located Gold Bar handling patrons’ beverage needs, the Full House Cafe offers fast-casual food service within full view of the poker room.

Online Sports Betting At The Golden Gates Casino

Golden Gates Casino Online Sportsbook: Golden Gates Casino’s parent company is partnered with both DraftKings Sportsbook and FanDuel Sportsbook. Both apps are up and running for Colorado sports bettors.

Sportsbook Bonuses: Both FanDuel Sportsbook and DraftKings Sportsbook offer generous bonuses to sports bettors in CO.

• DraftKings Sportsbook offers a $500 risk-free bet, plus a 20% bonus up to $500 upon deposit. You can access this offer through our exclusive link above.
• FanDuel Sportsbook also offers a $500 risk-free bet to new accounts. Access their offer right here.

Golden Gates Casino Retail Sportsbook: Golden Gates Casino does not currently have in-person sports betting.

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History of the Golden Gates Casino

The Golden Gates Casino was one of the first gaming establishments to open its doors in Black Hawk when Colorado legalized casino gambling in 1991. Golden Gates and its sister properties Golden Gulch and Mardi Gras have changed hands several times since then. Golden Gaming acquired the casinos in 2005, which operated them until 2011, when they were sold to Affinity Gaming. In early 2019, Affinity Gaming sold the Golden Gates, Golden Gulch and Mardi Gras casinos to Twin River Management Group for $51 million.

Golden Gates is perhaps best known for its active poker scene, operating one of the largest poker rooms in Black Hawk with nearly 20 tables offering Hold’em, Omaha and more. The Golden Gates Casino hosts frequent poker tournaments, and is home to the Colorado Poker Championship and the Heartland Poker Tour, two events with an approximate combined prize pool of nearly $1.25 million.

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Twin River Management Group’s other properties include the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Biloxi, Miss., Dover Downs in Dover, Del. and the Twin River Casino Hotel in Lincoln, R.I.

Golden Gates Casino Loyalty Program (in flux)

With the ownership change of Golden Gates Casino still underway, it was not immediately known if they had already switched over to the new owner’s loyalty program.

Under Affinity Gaming’s ownership, Golden Gates Casino used the A-Play Club Rewards program. Gamers could accumulate points for play at all Affinity-owned properties. This includes not only Black Hawk properties like Golden Gates, Golden Gulch and Mardi Gras, but also Affinity properties in Nevada, Missouri, and Iowa.

The loyalty program uses a four-tier system, including Red, Silver, Gold and Platinum levels. Depending on your tier, which is determined by your amount of play, perks could include everything from comped hotel rooms, dining and show tickets to free slot play and invite-only special events.

Twin River has its own loyalty program, the Twin River Players Club, which can be used at any of its properties in Rhode Island, Mississippi, Delaware or Colorado. It’s a three-tier program, starting with Premier at the bottom level, followed by Elite and Club 100. Each tier offers different perks, but include VIP lounge access, retail store discounts, and even a butler suite with food and beverage included on some properties for the highest tier.

Golden Gates Casino FAQ

Yes. The Golden Gates Casino is open to players 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Yes. The Golden Gates Casino has one of the largest free parking garages in Black Hawk, with around 700 spots. The casino also offers free valet parking.

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Soon. Legal sports betting in Colorado kicks off on May 1, 2020. Twin River Management Group, the new owner of Golden Gates Casino, has struck deals with FanDuel and DraftKings to bring their sportsbooks to the Colorado market, both online and in land casinos.

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Golden Gates Casino is 35 miles from downtown, about a 50-minute drive.

No. But there are several options for lodging a short walk from Golden Gates Casino.