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.

Ute Mountain Casino Celebrates 30 Years of Fun and Excitement

The first casino in the Four Corners’ region begins yearlong festivities

TOWAOC, Colo. (April 27, 2022) – Ute Mountain Casino is proud to kick-off its yearlong 30^th anniversary celebration as “Still the One”, in the Four Corners’ region. As the area’s first Indian-owned casino throughout the area, Ute Mountain Casino Hotel has provided gaming thrills with a full-scale casino, a new Sportsbook and the largest Bingo room in the area.  Paired with dining favorites, luxury accommodations, a mountainside RV Park and easy-access Travel Center, locals and adventurers alike have enjoyed all that Ute Mountain Casino Hotel has offered for three decades.

“Since 1992, Ute Mountain Casino Hotel has been a destination for guests who want an experience like no other,” said Rick Scheer, General Manager of Ute Mountain Casino Hotel. “From our record setting payouts and the latest slot machines, gaming enthusiasts have been calling Ute Mountain home for decades. Since opening, we have continued to update our offerings and amenities to ensure that we provide a fresh experience for our guests, and we look forward to welcoming visitors for years to come.”

Ute Mountain will be celebrating its milestone anniversary with special branding as “Still the One”, in honor of its position as a premier destination for 30 years that will be seen and heard across the region.

As the year continues, Ute Mountain Casino Hotel will be opening a new snack bar in May, serve as partner for the annual Ute Mountain Rodeo Roundup in June, host a July 3^rd celebration with a fireworks display and live entertainment and stage its signature Pow Wow in August.

For more information about Ute Mountain Casino Hotel and to learn about the latest events, call 1-800-258-8007 or visit utemountaincasino.com.

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.