SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT Fun and Games Maryland’s regional casinos are a winning combination of gaming and entertainment. W BY CHRISTIANNA McCAUSLAND Whether you’re a high stakes card sharp or looking for a low-key, slots-and-a-show experience, Maryland’s casinos are always a sure bet. Casino at Ocean Downs Beat the beach heat with a short trip to Ocean Downs in Berlin, with its 800 slot machines and live harness racing. A SURE BET Clockwise: Rocky Gap Casino, Cumberland; MGM National Harbor, Oxon Hill; Maryland Live!, Hanover Enjoy the lavish setting of the high-limit Oriole Palace Room, off-track betting, and special events like weekly “Rockstar” karaoke with a live band. Maryland Live! Casino Maryland Live! in Hanover prides itself on its one-of-a-kind promotions. Past giveaways include a trip to space and a replica of the DeLorean from “Back to the Future.” Guests can also see headline entertainment at the casino’s 500-seat performance venue. Hollywood Casino If you want the excitement of gaming at a top-notch casino with small-town friendliness mixed in, Hollywood Casino, just a quick hop off I-95 in Perryville, is the place. There’s live music every Saturday evening and you often have a chance to play for fabulous, unique giveaways. MGM National Harbor MGM made a big splash with its 2016 opening. Located at National Harbor on the banks of the beautiful Potomac River, the complex has 12 restaurants, a world-class casino, and luxurious shopping and accommodations packaged in a bold, contemporary design, all within minutes of Washington, D.C. Rocky Gap Casino Resort Rocky Gap, near Cumberland, offers slots, blackjack, craps and roulette in a breathtaking mountain setting. Retreat to the pristine shores of Lake Habeeb where you can play a round on the Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course or relax at the spa when you aren’t gaming. ✥ Horseshoe Casino Baltimore A short stroll from where the Ravens and the Orioles play, Horseshoe is a major hub for exciting nightlife in Baltimore. These hot spots get cooler after dark. BY CHRISTIANNA McCAUSLAND Maryland’s dynamic nightlife provides ample reason to step into a pair of dancing shoes. Power Plant Live! is one of Baltimore City’s most popular destinations, with a variety of dance clubs and live music venues. The town of Silver Spring offers amazing international cuisine and venues including The Fillmore, the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center and more—all packed into a walkable Arts and Entertainment District. Frederick’s Weinberg Center for the Arts consistently hosts celebrated stars of the entertainment world, with Arlo Guthrie and Pete Seeger scheduled to appear in 2017. In the mountains, Black Bear Tavern, a restaurant and nightclub that hosts live music, is a go-to destination after a day on Deep Creek Lake. On the Eastern Shore, 24 ✥ VISITMARYLAND.ORG | 1-877-333-4455 ABUNDANT NIGHTLIFE Power Plant Live!, Baltimore stroll the streets of Cambridge for its mix of restaurants and a collection of traditional pubs. And while Southern Maryland’s tranquility is part of its charm, nights are anything but quiet at The Rex in Leonardtown. Housed in a repurposed movie theater, the restaurant and bar hosts high-energy DJs and live music. ✥ PHOTOS: ROCKY GAP CASINO; MGM NATIONAL HARBOR; MARYLAND LIVE! CASINO ;RAY STUDIOS Nightlife Scene
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