Stay & play a Hail Mary away from Death Valley: The Queen Baton Rouge, Bally’s Baton Rouge Hotel, and Belle of Baton Rouge Casino deliver the ultimate football season experience

Sponsored by Bally’s Baton Rouge Hotel

Excitement is in the air this football season as Baton Rouge prepares for Saturdays that define the South. Just steps from Death Valley, Bally’s Corporation has created the ultimate “stay and play” experience with their two premier properties: The Queen Baton Rouge and Bally’s Baton Rouge Hotel. Together, they are redefining game day in the capital city with football, food, and fun, while a new gaming & entertainment experience is being built in Downtown Baton Rouge.

The Queen Baton Rouge: Your football headquarters

Game day isn’t just another day at The Queen. It’s an all-out football takeover. As the city’s ultimate football destination, The Queen is where every play feels bigger, every cheer feels louder, and every win feels like your own. With wall-to-wall screens, oversized HD TVs, and the jaw-dropping 28-foot DraftKings Sportsbook video wall, sportsbetting kiosks and in-person betting, there’s not a bad seat in the house.

Guests can dive into the action with “Parlay Payday” every Monday night, where $25+ parlay wagers give you a chance to win promo chip prizes each quarter. Thursdays bring “Bet Big, Eat Free” where a qualifying parlay or table play unlocks a complimentary plate of Southern favorites like red beans and rice. On weekends, fans of Louisiana’s college and pro football teams can cheer while enjoying unbeatable specials: $3 drafts, $15 buckets of domestics, $20 seltzer buckets, and game day bites starting at just $5.

From kickoff parties with live entertainment to endless sports betting options, The Queen isn’t just where you watch football. It’s where you live it.

Bally’s Baton Rouge Hotel: A touchdown stay

Just a Hail Mary from Death Valley, Bally’s Baton Rouge Hotel re-opened in Spring of 2025 after a full rebrand and renovation. The 10-story property features 242 modern rooms, including 63 signature suites and two supreme suites designed for the ultimate weekend stay. Whether you’re in town to cheer on your favorite Louisiana team or to celebrate a big win, Bally’s is your game day basecamp.

Guests enjoy amenities like a fully equipped fitness center and a sleek VIP lounge with panoramic views of downtown Baton Rouge, the Mississippi River, and even the football stadium lights. The hotel is a luxurious retreat that balances the high-energy excitement of game day with the comfort of first-class hospitality.

After the final whistle, the short walk back to Bally’s means you can extend the celebration or recharge for the next day’s kickoff.

What’s next

A new gaming and entertainment establishment is arriving in Downtown Baton Rouge. The property will transform with a new 25,000-square-foot land-based gaming floor, sports lounge and expanded dining. Pending approval by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, the project is set to open in late 2025, adding another layer of entertainment for football fans who want to keep the excitement going.

A season to remember

With The Queen’s unmatched football programming, Bally’s Hotel’s luxury accommodations, and the upcoming pending entertainment complex, Bally’s Corporation is redefining what it means to experience football in Baton Rouge. Whether you’re here for the roar of local teams, the thrill of the sportsbook, or the comfort of a suite overlooking the Mississippi, every game day is more than just four quarters. It’s a memory waiting to be made.