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Casino promotions typically come in the form of free play credits or complimentary hotel stays. Resorts World New York City, however, is taking a different route.
The casino-hotel in Queens is heading into one of its busiest months in recent memory, with the “Race to Riches” Maserati drawing on March 28 serving as the main event. That evening, one guest will leave with either the keys to a 2026 Maserati Grecale or $50,000 in cash.
For a New York casino that sees 5 million visitors annually, the bar for a notable promotion is high; this event clears it comfortably.
Raising the bar for New York casino promotions
Entering is less complicated than many might expect. Throughout March, guests earn entries at a rate of 100 points each, with no limit on collection. Regular visitors can build their totals until drawing day. Three recurring weekly bonuses provide additional opportunities:
- Mystery bonus entries: Available every Monday.
- Five free Happy Hour bonus entries: Distributed every Friday from 4 to 5 p.m.
- Double entries: Awarded every Sunday.
A guest who plans visits around these windows could accumulate a considerably larger stack of entries than a casual visitor.
On March 28, entries must be physically in the drum to count. Between 4 and 8 p.m. that day, guests must print their entry slips and drop them into the drawing drum outside Bar 360. Entries not physically placed in the drum by the deadline will be void, regardless of points earned.
The 2026 Maserati Grecale is a luxury compact SUV built with a premium interior and significant road presence. For those who prefer liquidity, the $50,000 cash alternative is a strong secondary option. Regardless of the choice, it ranks among the largest individual prizes offered at a New York-area casino this year.
Beyond the drawing: A new era for Queens gaming
Resorts World New York City holds a unique position in the local landscape as the city’s only casino-hotel. Since opening in 2011, it has directed nearly $5 billion toward the New York State public education fund.
Located on the grounds of the historic Aqueduct Racetrack in Jamaica, Queens, the facility offers approximately 5,500 slot machines and electronic table games, a 400-room Hyatt Regency hotel, and several restaurants.
March also serves as a turning point for the venue. The New York State Gaming Commission approved RWNYC for a full commercial casino license in December 2025. This expanded offering, which will include live table games, is expected to go live in spring 2026.
Earning your way to the Resorts World winner’s circle
The promotion rewards consistency. A guest who visits twice a week and utilizes the Monday, Friday, and Sunday bonuses will have significantly better odds than someone arriving only on the final day.
The math is simple: more visits equal more entries. According to an RWNYC press release, the Race to Riches drawing adds a specific purpose to every visit for guests throughout the month.
