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El Cortez Hotel & Casino celebrates 85 years12 June 2026(PRESS RELEASE) -- For 85 years, El Cortez Hotel & Casino has been the heartbeat of Downtown Las Vegas, and this summer, the landmark is giving guests even more reasons to experience the legend. Established in 1941 and the only continuously operating casino on the National Register of Historic Places, El Cortez is welcoming the season with a $50 gas card offer with qualifying hotel stays, exclusive Club Cortez rewards, and a roster of gaming promotions running all summer long. Leading the summer lineup is the Fuel Up on Fun package, available now through Thursday, 3 September. Booked exclusively at elcortezhotelcasino.com, the package includes a $50 gas gift card and special room rates for stays of two to seven nights. A Club Cortez membership, which is free to join at the time of booking, is required to redeem the offer and unlocks a host of additional perks throughout the visit. The newly expanded casino floor at El Cortez adds to what has always drawn players to the property: a genuine, unapologetic Las Vegas gaming experience. A favorite of serious players and nostalgic visitors alike, El Cortez has been drawing notable names and loyal regulars throughout its history. The action on the casino floor intensifies this summer with a series of promotions designed to reward players at every level. Promotions include: - “Free Play Frenzy” runs throughout June and July. Players can earn from $10 to $1,000 in free slot play by accumulating 6,000 slot base points or $50 in comp dollars at table games, with the opportunity to qualify up to 10 times per day. - “We Produce Winners” drawings take place every Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 8 p.m. Each drawing awards one $500 free slot-play prize, five $200 free slot-play prizes and ten $100 free slot-play prizes, giving players multiple chances to win throughout the week. - “Wednesday Free Play Madness” offers another path to prizes. Entries are earned through rated play Monday through Wednesday with one ticket awarded per point earned. Weekly drawings held at 6:15 p.m. select up to 22 winners, each receiving $100 in free slot play. Every stay at El Cortez includes complimentary valet and attached garage parking, Wi-Fi and fitness center access. Hotel accommodations range from vintage-inspired rooms to suites balancing classic character with modern comfort. |