Casino Operating Hours: 
Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 AM 
 Friday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 AM​

​Almost 70,000 square feet of gaming action. 1,200 slot machines. 19 Keno games. A dedicated race & sportsbook, high limit slot area, and the largest table games pit in Northern New Mexico. Exceptional entertainment plus the most rewarding Player's Club and promotions. 
​You’re at Buffalo Thunder, the best casino in Santa Fe, and the largest in Northern New Mexico.

PLAYER'S CLUB

PROMOTIONS

Whether you're into slots or sports, or blackjack, it's a sure bet Buffalo Thunder has your game. With the region's most extensive selection of slot machines and table games plus extraordinary dining, entertainment and Hilton hotel rooms, Buffalo Thunder offers the perfect winning combination.

Slots

The singing of the slots, the shouts of triumph, and the excitement of high stakes rolls are just a few of the reasons our players say we’re the best casino, and their ONLY casino.
 
​Add in the most rewarding Player’s Club program in the state, and you have a reason to join us every day.  Each day features rewarding promotions, exciting drawings and the potential to hit the big jackpot.

Is slots your game? Buffalo Thunder features 1,200 slot machines with the best and latest selection of your favorite slot games, including progressives. Buffalo Thunder even offers a separate non-smoking slots room. Watch for the next slot tournament for a chance to score big!

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Table Games

If you’re more into strategy of cards, Buffalo Thunder offers an exciting selection of table games featuring roulette, and a variety of  blackjack games including Double Deck Blackjack with the exciting "Buster Blackjack" side wager and 8-Deck Blackjack with an always growing progressive.
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hours:

Monday - Thursday; 9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Friday; 9:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Saturday; 8:00 AM - 4:00 AM
​Sunday; 8:00 AM - 2:00 AM

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Blackjack

It’s the gamer’s game. Simple in its rules, complex in its variations and nuances, Blackjack offers a thrill for every card player from the novice to the experienced.
 
The Pit at Buffalo Thunder features  7 Blackjack games, two with the "Buster Blackjack" side bet for a larger win. Alongside the Blackjack tables are two Roulette. 
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Interested? Stop by The Pit at Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino and see where the chips may fall.

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Thunder racebook & SPortsbook

Sports, Horse and Dog racing is just a step away in the Thunder Race & Sportsbook. This is your place to bet on the action! Featuring state-of-the-art technology and full service bar area, Thunder Race & Sportsbook is the best place to wager on the big game and the tracks. Stop by and catch the game on one of our many tv's and enjoy a drink with your friends at the Sportsbook bar!
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Open Sunday, 9:00 am - 10:30 pm
Open Monday, 9:00 am - 10:30 pm
Open Tuesday, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm 
Open Wednesday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Open Thursday, 9:00 am - 10:30 pm
Open Friday, 9:00 am - 10:30 pm
Open Saturday, 9:00 am - 10:30 pm

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