Don't think you can't have fun at a casino if you don't like to gamble. Large casinos today have plenty of entertainment other than playing the slots. There are restaurants, lounges and live entertainment to enjoy. Casinos put on shows nightly, from weekly local acts to special performances from major artists and performers. The big casino's in San Diego County offer acts ranging from magic shows to concerts from top music artists.
The Viejas Casino, located in Alpine, California offers many of the popular games that any top Las Vegas Casino has. Run by the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians, the casino's games include slots, bingo and off-track betting. There are six dining establishments, a bowling alley and an outlet center attached to the casino. The Viejas Casino puts on shows nightly in their V Lounge and Dreamcatcher nightclub. As of October 2010, upcoming casino shows included Bret Michaels, Australia's Thunder from Down Under band and The Detroit Underground bands.
Harrah's Rincon Hotel and Casino in Valley Center, California, boasts 2,000 slot and video poker machines. Games that are exclusive to Harrah's include Volcanic Roulette Bingo, a bingo-style version of roulette and Rincon Craps, a California-legal version of traditional craps . Harrah's Rincon also has accommodations, a spa, eight dining restaurants and cafes, and three entertainment venues where concerts and shows are performed; The Pavillion, Open Sky Theater and Oasis Lounge. As of October 2010, upcoming shows at Harrah's including band Widespread Panic, singers Sharon Cuneta and Pops Fernandez and the Superfreaks.
Located in Lakeside, California, Barona Cafe prides themselves on having the loosest casino in the San Diego County area, meaning that there are more chances to win. The casino has a hotel,a golf course, and nine dining options. The casino hosts several live events including boxing matches and live entertainment and weekly acts. Upcoming performances as of October 2010 include Beach Toys, a Beach Boys cover band and Beatles cover band Paperback Writer.
This luxurious spa resort and casino features more than 2,000 slot machines and 87 table games in their spacious casino. Accommodations include luxury suites with amenities such as a large pool, shops, several nearby wineries and golf courses to enjoy. Pala Casino has four venues where weekly shows and live performers put on shows for guests. Karaoke is held on Wednesday's in the Grand Caberet Lounge and the Center Bar allows guests to enjoy the entertainment and the video poker machines at the same time. Popular acts are performed on their outdoor stage or in the 2,000-seat Paloma Center. As of October 2010, upcoming shows included singers Anjelah Johonson and John Anderson.
