A table game player at The Orleans, an off-Strip casino in Las Vegas, secured a payout exceeding $486,000 on May 14, 2025, after hitting a progressive jackpot on Pai Gow Poker.
According to a spokesperson for Boyd Gaming, the guest, who chose to remain anonymous, was playing $30 per hand and placed two side bets, a $1 progressive side bet and a $5 Fortune Bonus side bet
Table Game Player Hits Las Vegas Jackpot
The significant win occurred on the player’s second hand, when a natural seven-card straight flush (three through nine of clubs) was dealt, resulting in a $461,351 progressive jackpot and a $25,000 Fortune Bonus payout. Two other players each received $3,000 from their Fortune Bonus bets.
This event is among several notable gambling wins reported across Las Vegas casinos in May 2025. Aliante Casino celebrated a $10,000 table game win, while Binion’s Gambling Hall & Hotel reported multiple jackpots.
Cannery Casino also highlighted a $35,000 slot machine payout, and Golden Nugget awarded five-figure slot jackpots.
Additional wins included an $18,892.98 jackpot at OYO Hotel & Casino, a $20,760 Pinball Double Gold win at Sam’s Town, and a $15,312.57 win on Money Gong at Durango Casino & Resort. Sunset Station also reported a $32,032.50 Multi Strike Poker jackpot.
The increase in jackpot activity coincides with a broader trend in the casino industry, where operators are enhancing progressive jackpot offerings and bonus features to attract both local and tourist players.
Las Vegas, Nevada, relies heavily on tourism to drive revenue. Although jackpots and a premium gaming experience are among the primary visitor drivers, Vegas is also known for its top-tier dining and hospitality.
For example, artist Bruno Mars is nearing his 100th Las Vegas show at Park MGM, with a run that dwarfs that of other music legends.
The Orleans and other properties managed by Boyd Gaming have reported consistent interest in Pai Gow Poker and similar games, which combine elements of skill and chance and offer multiple bonus payout opportunities.
