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First Gold Gaming Resort Hotel and Travelodge by Wyndham – Where Deadwood begins, and the winning never ends. Conveniently located near the historic site where gold was first discovered in the Black Hills, this iconic destination has delivered classic hospitality for over 34 years, earning its place as one of the best casinos in Deadwood, South Dakota.

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Lucky 7s Cash Giveaways

$7,000 CASH Giveaway
Every Saturday 5pm – 11pm (except Golden Cash Blast Saturdays).

Weekend Promo Hot Seat

$8,600 in promo play
Fridays & Saturdays 5pm – 12am Midnight, Sundays 11am – 5pm

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Fabulous Fridays

Third Friday Every Month you have a chance to win $1,000 Hot Seat Promo Play Giveaway at 9pm.  Qualifying is easy, play with your Gold Club Players Card. 

Last Saturday every month

 5pm – 11:30pm.

Last Saturday every month

 5pm – 11:30pm.

Slot Tournaments

Compete in exciting slot tournaments at First Gold Gaming Resort, one of the premier casinos in Deadwood! Join us every Friday and Sunday for a chance to win big with our $2,000 cash prize.

$2,000 CASH Price Every Friday and Sunday

Friday’s Registration at 6PM
Tournament starts at 7PM

Sunday’s Registration at 1PM
Tournament starts at 2PM

Ask about participation at our Club Center

Entry Fees

Gold Card Member: $5 Entry Fee
Black Card Member: $10 Entry Fee

Pays To Play

As one of the top Deadwood South Dakota casinos, we offer exclusive rewards through our First Gold Gaming Resorts Gold Club. Joining the Gold Club provides members with access to exclusive Golden Benefits and Rewards. Choose from two membership tiers—Gold Club Card and 24-Karat Club Card—to enjoy perks like cash back and discounts. Start playing with your Gold Club Card, earn points, and elevate your membership to our prestigious 24-Karat Club for enhanced benefits. Once you earn 500 points, you’ll start receiving cash back rewards, with additional Golden Rewards delivered directly via mail, email, or loaded onto your Gold Club Card.

Membership Benefits

Gold Club Card

* Cash back
* Monthly email newsletter
* $1 off at Horseshoe Restaurant
* Automatic entry into all drum drawings

24 Karat Club Black Card

* Cash Back
* Double Points on select machines (excluded during promo play events)
* Monthly email newsletter
* $2 off at Horseshoe Restaurant
* Automatic entry into all drum drawings

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Deadwood Events

Concert Packages

Theory of a Deadman – May 31st – 8pm – $275 Larry the Cable Guy – August 30th – 8pm – $315 Rodney Carrington – October 11th – 8pm – $275 Hairball –...

Join us for St. Patrick’s Day

You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy an epic St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Deadwood. This year’s festivities are March 13-15, 2025, starting at 8 p.m. March 13 with the St. Panties Day fundraiser at...

March $12.95 steak special

If you’re hungry for steak, the Horseshoe Restaurant is offering a delicious 16-ounce T-bone – plus a side – for just $12.95 from 4-7 p.m. every day this month. It would be a...

March breakfast special

Discover your pot of gold with our delightful March specials, and celebrate the luck of the Irish! Join us at the Horseshoe Restaurant in March for a delicious breakfast of 2 eggs cooked however you...

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Deadwood, check out Pi Day and more! 

You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy an epic St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Deadwood. This year’s festivities are March 13-15, 2025, starting at 8 p.m. March 13 with the St. Panties Day fundraiser at...

March Homestake History: ‘No scabs here’ 

This month’s photo, courtesy of Deadwood History Inc., is thought to have been taken during the Homestake Mining Company Lock-Out of 1901-1910. In November 1909, Thomas Greir, Homestake Mining Company...

Limited Time! Mardi Gras Dinner Special for Two

Friday, February 28th and Saturday, March 1st. Bruschetta, bacon-wrapped fillet, bacon-wrapped pork kabob, shrimp skewer, baked potato, veggies, side and homemade cheesecake with strawberry topping...

February $12.95 Steak Special

4pm – 7 pm Daily at the Horseshoe Restaurant in Deadwood, SD. Enjoy a 16 oz T-Bone Steak. Choose from our delightful selection of side dishes and fresh house vegetables...

79 cent Breakfast Special

Enjoy a made to order meal of warm buttermilk biscuits with savory gravy, three sausage links, and a cup of freshly brewed coffee for just .79 cents. Breakfast special available between the hours of 7...

Chinese New Year

Come celebrate the Chinese New Year with us! Deadwood’s Chinatown, at the end of Main Street, was home to hundreds of Chinese immigrants during the height of the gold rush. We’ll honor...

Mardis Gras weekend Feb. 28-March 1

(Photo courtesy of Deadwood Chamber of Commerce) Deadwood will host one of its epic city-wide celebrations for Mardis Gras on Feb. 28 and March 1. There will be a full weekend of free food, a parade...

Wing Wednesday

Join us every Wednesday starting at 11am for Wing Wednesday at the Horseshow Restaurant in First Gold Gaming Resort in Deadwood, SD. Enjoy delicious traditional wings for just $1.00 each and boneless...

Celebrate Mardis Gras and more in downtown Deadwood

Deadwood will host one of its epic city-wide celebrations for Mardis Gras on Feb. 28 and March 1. There will be a full weekend of free food, a parade, masquerade ball, themed cocktails and live music...

$214 Valentine’s Day Special for Two

Treat your special someone to a memorable night with our Valentine’s Day Package Appetizer: Bruschetta Main Course: bacon wrapped fillet, bacon wrapped pork kabob, shrimp skewer, baked potato...

$12.95 T-Bone Steak Special

16 oz T-Bone Steak. Choose from our delightful selection of side dishes and fresh house vegetables that will elevate your meal to a whole new level...

Rev Your Engines: 10th Annual Deadwood Snocross Event Sponsored by First Gold

Get ready for an adrenaline-packed weekend in Deadwood as First Gold proudly sponsors the 10th annual Deadwood Snocross event! This International Series of Champions (ISOC) event, part of the Amsoil...
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Stay And Play

Experience a timeless getaway at First Gold Gaming Resort Hotel and Travelodge by Wyndham, where the Deadwood Historic District is just moments away. Situated near the very location where Deadwood’s gold rush began, our resort is a top destination among hotels in Deadwood, South Dakota, known for classic hospitality, deluxe rooms, and luxury suites.

Relax in spacious, comfortable accommodations that provide the perfect mix of modern convenience and rustic charm. Every room is designed to offer comfort and style, whether you’re here for business, leisure, or an unforgettable gaming experience at one of the best casinos in Deadwood, South Dakota.

We pride ourselves on providing excellent service for 34 years, welcoming guests with a warm and friendly atmosphere that captures the spirit of Deadwood. Our gaming hotel offers a wide range of amenities to make your stay seamless, including convenient access to dining, entertainment, and acres of free and covered parking.

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Free Contest

First Gold’s Get Away, Give Away Contest

All winners will receive 2 nights’ stay in our hotel, 2 dinner entrees in the Horseshoe Restaurant, and 2 breakfast entrees.

Dakota Neighbors Contest

One winner will be picked from each of the following states: Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming. 

Long-Distance Contest

One winner will be picked from anywhere in the US not mentioned above.