Head to The Queen this month for gourmet dishes, weekly live entertainment and more chances to win prizes

The weather may be turning slightly cooler outside, but the entertainment inside The Queen is hotter than ever in November with multiple ways to win, a full slate of concerts, and food specials featuring menu items that can’t be found anywhere else in Baton Rouge. Whether you’re ready to hit the slots, kick back with live music or savor culinary delights, The Queen has something for everyone.

Spin to Win Slot Tournament

The tournament is open to all Queen Rewards members, and is free for the first entry. Queen Rewards members can earn up to three additional entries per 100 points. Tournament sessions will take place each Wednesday in November (Nov. 6, 13, 20 and 27) from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Slot Tourney Bank near the Promotions area. Patrons can win up to $1,000 in Royal Free Play. The top 20 scores will all win Royal Free Play.

Win a brand new Mercedes

The $85,000 Drive in Style Mercedes Drawings take place each Friday in November (Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29) at 6 p.m., 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. The drawing is open to all Queen Rewards tier members. Guests receive 10 free entries for the month and can earn additional entries all month long, with one point equaling one additional entry.

Queen Rewards members can earn bonus entries from 8 a.m. to midnight each Monday and Thursday in November by swiping their Queen Rewards card at any promotional kiosk.

Guests may activate their entries beginning one hour prior to drawing times. There will be 10 winners every hour who will share in $2,000 in Royal Free Play. Of these 10 names that are called each hour, two will qualify for the Grand Finale on Friday, Nov. 29. The Grand Finale will include a chance for additional Royal Free Play as well as the 2024 Mercedes C300. Individuals must be present to win. Winners will have five minutes to claim their prize with a valid photo ID.

Parlay your football bets on Mondays for a chance at big prizes

Each Monday night at The Queen features the DraftKings Sportsbook Parlay Payday. Drawings are held at the end of each quarter of the Monday Night Football game, or during the earlier game if there is an MNF doubleheader. Guests earn entries by betting $25 parlays of two legs or more at the DraftKings Sportsbook inside The Queen, either at a betting window or using a kiosk. Winners receive promo chips — $100 at the end of the first quarter, $150 at the end of the second quarter, $200 at the end of the third quarter and $250 at the end of the fourth quarter. Winners have two minutes to claim their prize with a valid photo ID and Queen Rewards player card.

Groove to live shows at 1717 KITCHEN+COCKTAILS

1717 KITCHEN+COCKTAILS will have performances every Friday from 9 p.m. to 12 p.m. The November shows are as follows:

• Friday, Nov. 1: Shaun Ward Presents: The DJ vs The Violinist (tickets available at thequeenbr.com)
• Friday, Nov. 8: Wayne Toups (tickets available at thequeenbr.com)
• Friday, Nov. 15: Sweet Southern Heat (no cover)
• Friday, Nov. 22: Bucket List (no cover)
• Friday, Nov. 29: The Chee Weez (tickets available at thequeenbr.com)

Delight in new bites with 1717 KITCHEN+COCKTAILS menu items

1717 KITCHEN+COCKTAILS will have Surf & Turf Thursdays all through November. This special includes two four-ounce filet medallions with 10 garlic parmesan shrimp and loaded mashed potatoes. The meal is $19.99 with a Queen Rewards card and $24.99 without a card. The special is available all day on Thursdays for dine-in customers only.

Each Saturday and Sunday in November, 1717 KITCHEN+COCKTAILS will host a tailgate brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The new brunch menu includes a Rise & Shine burger (a patty covered with cheddar cheese, an over-easy egg and all the toppings), a Sausage, Egg & Cheese Frittata (topped with house-made salsa and served with smoked gouda grits), Chicken & Biscuits (topped with a honey butter glaze and served with two eggs cooked your way) and a Sweet Potato Waffle (served with candied pecans, whipped maple butter, bacon or breakfast sausage and two eggs cooked your way).

The Queen is located at 1717 River Park Boulevard in Baton Rouge. The property features more than 700 gaming machines and 18 gaming tables; a dedicated smoking patio with a full-service bar; and a state-of-the-art DraftKings Sportsbook with 20 betting kiosks, four betting windows, a 28-foot video wall and lounge-style seating. Visit www.thequeenbr.com to plan your visit today.