Shooting Star Casino | Minnesota Casino, Hotel and Event Center in Mahnomen, Minnesota

Verge
2026-01-09 - 2026-01-10
8pm-12:30am
World-class show: multiple male and female vocalists, full harmonies, multi-guitar arrangements, and stage dance choreography. Verge loves engaging the audience throughout the show will pooring out a wide range of rock music – from classic to current from melodic to edgy that appeals to the young and to the young-at-heart.
VERGE is MUCH MORE than great music. VERGE is a BIG & DAZZLING rock show performance. Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to ROCK!!!
• Eight musicians: Three female vocalists, four male vocalists, four guitarists and drums
• Multiple costume changes and personas that bring the show to life with integrated professional dance

Phil Vassar
2026-01-10 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Phil Vassar’s musical journey began in Lynchburg, Virginia, where gospel, bluegrass, Motown, and rock legends like Queen and Billy Joel shaped his eclectic style. Though he started on guitar, he found his true voice at the piano, blending heartfelt lyrics with infectious hooks. His early years as a Nashville songwriter produced hits for Alan Jackson, Tim McGraw, Jo Dee Messina, and others, earning him ASCAP’s Country Songwriter of the Year honors before launching his own recording career with Arista.
Over the next 25 years, Vassar released nine albums, earned ACM’s Top New Male Vocalist award, and racked up 10 No.1 hits and 27 Top 40 singles, including fan favorites like “Carlene,” “Six-Pack Summer,” and the enduring “Just Another Day in Paradise.” Known for his high-energy shows and piano-driven performances, he’s toured worldwide, performed for U.S. presidents, and shared the stage with legends like Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson — all while building a deep connection with fans who continue to sing along to his timeless catalog.
Now celebrating the 25th anniversary of “Just Another Day in Paradise,” Vassar is embarking on his “25 Years of Paradise” Tour while also preparing new music for 2025. A heart attack in 2023 reshaped his perspective, leaving him more grounded and grateful, with a renewed focus on mentoring young songwriters and giving back to the community that fueled his career. With resilience, authenticity, and an unwavering love of storytelling, Phil Vassar remains one of country music’s most enduring voices.
Tickets on Sale, Monday, Oct 13
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Slamabama
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-17
8PM-12:30AM
SLAMABAMA is one of those rare acts that can bring your venue the best of both worlds. Their North-Meets-South approach to music allows them to smoothly bridge the gap between Country and Rock. Authentic Southern vocals combined with “big city” showmanship will keep your audiences happy… regardless of what kind of music they love.

Shirts and Skins
2026-01-23 - 2026-01-24
8PM – 12:30AM
Shirts & Skins is one of the most dynamic touring bands in the upper Midwest. Their musicianship, exceptional training and dynamic show will have you captivated from the very first note. With a diverse song list, Shirts & Skins hits all genres and musical tastes. This is a band that brings passion, excitement, and positive energy to audiences all across the United States.
Comprised of seasoned veteran performers from some of the most popular bands throughout Twin Cities and the Midwest, Shirts & Skins represents the utmost in musicianship and professionalism. The band features a rotating set of two dynamic female lead singers, backed by a very solid core of talented musicians on drums, bass, and guitar, as well as electric fiddle and keyboard. Their broad instrumentation produces a versatile, full sound. Additionally, because every member of the band also sings, they are able to incorporate rich vocal harmonies and seamlessly transition between musical styles.
Shirts & Skins focus on dance-able hit songs, with enough variety to please all listeners. Their set lists are custom tailored for every event, featuring contemporary Pop, Classic Rock (60 s, 70 s, 80 s, and 90 s), Funk, Blues, and Classic/Modern Country.
You ll be thrilled with Shirts and Skins, as this is a band that keeps the crowd singing and dancing all night!

Craig Morgan
2026-01-30 20:00 - 21:30
Singer, author, actor, and soldier Craig Morgan has made a name for himself as a country music hitmaker who has amassed nearly 2.5 billion career streams and charted over 25 songs on Billboard. With signature hits including “Redneck Yacht Club,” “Almost Home,” “International Harvester,” “Soldier,” “That’s What I Love About Sunday,” and his faith-filled tribute, “The Father, My Son and the Holy Ghost,” the multi-faceted entertainer’s music has formed the soundtrack to our lives for over two decades. His new music, American Soundtrack (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville), is no exception, with each of the EP’s six songs infused with Craig’s faith and patriotism.
Craig received one of country music’s highest honors when he was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2008. Prior to becoming a country music star and TV sensation, Craig spent seventeen years serving our country in the Army and Army Reserve and in 2023 enlisted again in the Army Reserve, continuing his military career as a Warrant Officer. He remains an avid supporter of America’s military personnel and has made more than sixteen overseas trips to perform for our troops. Craig is a member of the U.S. Field Artillery Hall of Fame and recipient of the USO Merit Award. In 2018, he was awarded the Army’s Outstanding Civilian Service Medal, one of the highest awards the Department of the Army can bestow upon a civilian, in recognition of his significant dedication to our military men and women around the world. He remains committed to supporting active duty and veteran members of our military through work with Operation Finally Home, the USO and more.
Tickets on Sale Monday, Nov 3
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The Luck
2026-02-06
8PM-12:30AM
The Luck is a total variety powerhouse group that is engagingly interactive with their audiences and is excitingly fun and refreshing. The band features amazing female lead singers and male vocalist as well! The Luck is composed of seasoned entertainers who have been having a blast performing on stage in front of audiences for years! Their show is jam packed with all your favorite songs from Classic – Current Country, Classic Rock, Pop & Dance Songs! This is a fun, very diverse act you won’t want to miss!

Tommy James & the Shondells
2026-02-06 20:00 - 21:30
TOMMY JAMES & THE SHONDELLS
FEBRUARY 6, 2026, SHOW CANCELED
Due to a band member’s health issue beyond our control, the Tommy James & The Shondells show has been canceled.
All ticket holders will be refunded, beginning Monday, December 15. Cash and check sales will be refunded through our accounting office, while credit card purchases will be automatically refunded within 7-10 business days. For further assistance, please contact our ticket office at 800-456-7827.

Great White
2026-02-06 20:00 - 21:30
For a band to continue to thrive 40 years in the music business, the mantra must be,
these songs are bigger than any one member. GRAMMY nominated hard rock
legends Great White are adding onto that line with the saying: expect the
unexpected. It’s rock and roll, baby. The peaks and the valleys haven’t stopped– nor
has the music. Great White’s ride runs deep and its passion for the music goes beyond
any depth
Four decades in and Great White enlists Brett Carlisle to take over vocal duties and
lead the charge on hit after hit. That arsenal of songs include the Grammy nominated
Best Hard Rock Performance hit, “Once Bitten, Twice Shy,” Great White has sold
over 10 million albums worldwide, has six Top 100 Billboard hits, nine Top 200
Billboard albums, two platinum albums, and clocked the top of MTV four times.
California-based Great White is Mark Kendall (guitar), Michael Lardie (guitar,
keyboards), Audie Desbrow (drums), Scott Snyder (bass), and Brett Carlisle (vocals).
Since 1982, the Great White sound has captivated audiences worldwide with
crushing, blues-based guitar riffs and swagger that invokes an emotional high for
anyone that listens. The band’s core writing team of Lardie and Kendall forged
numerous hits over the years, and when Desbrow joined in ’85, the grooves hooked
an amazing stride.
Tickets on sale now
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Sota Pop
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-14
8pm-12:30am
Get ready to party with `Sota Pop! ’Sota Pop is a high-energy pop cover band that will turn your night into an unforgettable dance-fueled celebration of music and FUN!. Compiled from like minded, talented musicians that do what they love and LOVE what they do! Featuring a powerhouse female lead and male vocalist as well, `Sota Pop brings the hits you love to life on the stage and lures you right to the dance floor with masterfully blends today’s chart-toppers with nostalgic anthems that’ll have you singing your heart out whilst dancing like you’re on dance fever!

Joe Nichols
2026-02-20 20:00 - 21:30
Joe Nichols has been a mainstay of country music for over two decades, bridging the gap between the genre’s old-school roots and contemporary era. He’s a 21st century traditionalist— an artist who’s both timely and timeless, racking up more than 2 Billion streams, a half-dozen Number 1 singles and ten Top 10 hits with a sound that honors his heroes.
From his first radio smash, 2002’s “The Impossible,” to his most recent “Good Day For Living,” his first Top 20 single in nearly a decade, Nichols has proudly done things his own way, blurring the boundaries between country music’s past and present along the way.
Top hits include: “Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off,” “Brokenheartsville,” “Sunny and 75,” “Gimme That Girl” and “Yeah.”
Join us for a night of fun country music!
Tickets on sale Nov 24!
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Throne MMA
2026-02-28 19:00 - 22:00
Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled night of mixed martial arts action as Throne MMA takes over the Shooting Star Casino on Saturday, February 28! This highly anticipated event promises explosive fights, and a main event that will crown a new champion in the cruiserweight division. With doors opening at 6 PM and the first bell ringing at 7 PM, fans won’t want to miss a second of the excitement!
Tickets Available at: thronetix.com

Radio Nation
2026-03-06 - 2026-03-07
8PM – 12:30AM
Radio Nation is a Top 40 Rock/Country Band based out of Central Minnesota. The band is known for performing all the hits of yesterday and today! They provide an up-tempo and entertaining show which always keeps the crowd dancing all night! live music! The group is lead by fantastic vocals and some of the most sought after instrumentalist in the area. The group consists of musicians who have years of experience entertaining audiences of all sizes!
Radio Nation is sure to have something for everyone. They play all the classics, while keeping up on what is new and popular!

Hinder
2026-03-06 20:00 - 21:30
Multi-Platinum American rockers, Hinder, continue to drive a career of longevity that few bands achieve. As one of the few bands to grab massive cross-over success, Hinder’s 2005 debut album, Extreme Behavior, climbed to #6 on the Billboard 200 Chart and since been certified 3x Platinum. Their 2008 sophomore effort, Take It To The Limit, surpassed their debut by peaking at #4 on the Billboard 200. This solidified Hinder as the biggest new breakout rock act and catapulted them into packed arenas worldwide.
Hinder emerges from the storm more focused and resilient than ever with their latest album, Back To Life. The single “Bring Me Back To Life” has been surging on active rock stations and climbing globally. With a renewed sense of purpose and drive, and still never afraid to take risks, Hinder is poised to continue forging its legacy as one of rock’s most enduring and dynamic bands. The band members’ resilience and adaptability have kept them at the forefront of the modern rock scene for nearly two decades.
Top hits include: “Lips of an Angel,” “Get Stoned” and “Use Me”
Join us for a night of modern rock music you won’t forget!
Tickets on sale Dec 8!
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Legacy of the Loud
2026-03-13 20:00 - 2026-03-14 00:30
8pm-12:30am
Legacy Of The Loud is a fun, audience involving, rock band that brings together stellar musicians to create a one of a kind medley format by covering history’s top selling artists such as: Journey, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Guns N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Styx, Boston, Def Leppard, Kiss, Foreigner, Whitesnake, Scorpions, Lover Boy and many more! Be prepared to have fun!

Blackhawk
2026-03-20 20:00 - 21:30
With over 7 million albums sold and hits like “Goodbye Says It All,” “Every Once in a While” and “There You Have It,” BlackHawk helped shape the sound of 90s country with rich harmonies and emotionally charged lyrics that still resonate with fans today.
Founding members Henry Paul and Dave Robbins continue to carry the torch, honoring their late bandmate Van Stephenson with dynamic live shows that blend iconic favorites and powerful new music. This one-night-only concert promises a moving tribute to their legacy and a high-energy celebration of their timeless sound.
Tickets on sale Monday, December 22,
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Dan Brekke
2026-03-27 - 2026-03-28
8pm-12:30am
Playing a variety of songs from Country, Blues, rock, and original music, you will be sure to have a great time attending a show.
Dan Brekke found his passion for music at a young age being raised by his mom, Kathie Brekke, who is a choir teacher and his dad, Shawn Brekke, who was a band director for many years. He grew up surrounded by music and was always in attendance at his parents shows as they have a band of their own. He started playing instruments at a young age and grew up performing on the stage at Jasper’s Theater in Park Rapids, MN, his family-owned theater. There is where he found his love for the guitar, the fiddle, singing and just sharing his gift of music and his ability to make people laugh with everyone who walked through the doors.
He joined the Johnny Holm band at the age of 19 and enjoyed traveling all across the upper Midwest performing at various bars, fairs, and events. When he turned 21, he made the big move to Nashville. He spent over three years in the music scene in Nashville performing endless hours on Broadway and creating music of his own in his free time. He truly has a gift for song writing.
