Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Launches $250,000 Year-Long Slot Tournament

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas has launched a $250,000 slot tournament that will run throughout 2027. Qualifying will begin in November 2026. The prize pool consists of free slot play and cash prizes, with cash prizes reaching up to $100,000.

Only members of the hotel's loyalty program, Cherry Rewards, can take part in the tournament. To join, visitors can go to the Cherry Rewards website, complete the online form and upload a valid government-issued ID. Members who complete one of five goals will earn the right to enter the next monthly tournament.

Under the points system, members earn 1 point for every $1 wagered on slots and 1 point for every $3 wagered on video poker. Each $1 spent inside the hotel earns 3 points. Points earned on table games vary based on the game, average bet and length of play.

Monthly tournaments will begin on January 1, 2027. Players who take part in each month's qualifier will compete in the tournament two months later. Two tournament weekends will be held each month, and $1,250 in free slot play will be awarded during those weekends. The top 50 scores from each month will advance to the Grand Final in December 2027. In the Grand Final, the top 10 players will share $225,000 in cash and free slot play prizes, with the highest cash prize being $100,000.

Jim Simms, the hotel's Casino Vice President, said he is excited for the players who will take part in the tournament. Simms said the goal is to give guests year-round opportunities to play, compete and win in a way that could change their lives.