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March is turning into one of the busiest months at Bannock Peak Casino, and if you haven't registered for the Players Club yet, now is the perfect time to get started. The compact gaming facility tucked just off Exit 52 on I-86 in Pocatello, Idaho, is packed with promotions running through the end of the month — and nearly every single one of them requires an active Players Club card to participate.
Whether you're a regular or stopping in for the first time, here's everything you need to know about signing up and making the most of what's on offer right now.
Why Registering for the Players Club Is Your First Move
Joining the Players Club at Bannock Peak Casino is completely free and open to anyone 18 or older. Membership takes just a few minutes to set up at the Players Club Booth, which is open from 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM daily — well beyond the casino floor's standard hours of 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Once you're registered, you'll receive a card that tracks your play automatically. Every time you insert it into one of the roughly 60 to 100 Class II gaming machines on the floor, you start earning points. Those points are the key to unlocking Bonus Bucks, entering drawings, and qualifying for tournaments.
To redeem your Bonus Bucks, you'll need to create a PIN at the Players Club Booth and then download your credits directly to a machine. Keep in mind that Bonus Bucks typically expire within seven days of being issued and carry no cash-out value — they're play credits designed to extend your time on the floor.
Today's St. Patrick's Day Kiosk Game Is Still Fresh in Everyone's Mind
If you registered and played today, March 17, you may have already taken a shot at the St. Patrick's Day Kiosk Game. Players who earned 50 points between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM were eligible to spin the kiosk for a prize ranging from $10 to $50 in Bonus Bucks, with the promotion capped at the first 500 participants.
It's a great example of how quickly things move at Bannock Peak. Promotions like this one reward players who are already registered and ready to go — another reason not to wait if you've been thinking about signing up.
The "It's Your Tier To Win" Tournament Has Two Weeks Left
Every Wednesday in March, Bannock Peak Casino is hosting a tiered machine tournament with a total prize pool of $18,000. The remaining dates are March 18 (Bear Battle) and March 25 (Grand Finale), with sessions running from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Registration windows open from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and again from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on each event day. The top 10 scores per session take home cash, and winners must claim their vouchers within 24 hours. If you're competitive by nature and enjoy playing slots for more than just the standard payouts, this tournament format is worth planning your visit around.
The $42,000 Shamrock Showdown Is Coming March 29
Mark your calendar for Sunday, March 29. Bannock Peak Casino is hosting the $42,000 Shamrock Showdown, an electronic cash drawing that runs from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with five winners drawn each hour.
Entry is straightforward: you earn one entry for every 100 points accumulated daily, and you also receive one free entry on the drawing day itself — available between 2:00 PM and 7:59 PM. The critical step is activating your entries by swiping at a kiosk between 2:00 PM and 7:59 PM on March 29. If you don't activate, your entries won't count, so don't skip that step.
With $42,000 split across multiple drawing rounds, this is the biggest single-event prize pool of the month. You'll want your Players Club card in hand well before drawing day to start stacking entries.
Super Seniors Thursdays Run Through March 26
If you're 55 or older, Bannock Peak Casino has been running a dedicated promotion every Thursday through March 26. Hot Seat drawings award $100 in cash per hour from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, contributing to a total pool of $6,400 across the program. On top of that, eligible players receive a 20% food discount at all Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel food outlets from 8:00 AM to 8:59 PM.
This is one of the more player-friendly ongoing perks at the property, and it's a nice reminder that the casino caters to a broad range of guests — not just high-volume players.
Wednesday Nights Mean Galactic Bingo
Separate from the tournament series, every Wednesday in March and April also features Galactic Bingo — a paid bingo session complete with a bar and DJ. Windows open at 6:00 PM and the session kicks off at 7:00 PM. Unlike most other promotions at Bannock Peak, this one doesn't require a Players Club card. You simply purchase an admissions package at the door.
It's a fun change of pace if you want something social alongside your machine play, and the Wednesday schedule means you could realistically combine a tournament session earlier in the day with bingo in the evening.
What's on the Gaming Floor
Bannock Peak Casino operates around 60 to 100 Class II video gaming machines inside its approximately 2,700 square foot express facility, which sits right next to the Bannock Peak Truck Stop. The game selection covers some of the most popular titles in the industry, including Buffalo Gold, Buffalo Grand, Dragon Link Autumn Moon, Lightning Link, 88 Fortunes, Rakin' Bacon, Wolf Run Gold, and Wheel of Fortune High Roller.
For something a little different, the floor also features titles like Unwooly Riches, What The Duck, and Bolly Boogie — quirky picks that tend to attract players looking for something beyond the usual lineup. Table games are not available at this satellite location, and electronic blackjack and poker options are minimal.
A Few Things to Keep in Mind Before You Play
Bannock Peak Casino is owned and operated by the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes and functions as a satellite of the Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel. It reopened on November 5, 2024, following a full interior renovation and is managed by CEO Colista Matsaw.
All promotions are in-person and card-based. There are no online bonus codes, and cash prizes come with no play-through requirements. Drawing winners have five minutes to present their ID at the Players Club Booth — miss that window and a redraw takes place. Any machine or kiosk malfunction voids all related pay and play, and Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel employees and excluded players are not eligible to participate in any promotions.
If you're planning a visit before the end of March, registering for the Players Club as soon as you arrive is the smartest first step you can take. The promotions are time-sensitive, the prize pools are real, and your card needs to be active before you can earn a single entry or point toward any of them.