The Blue Knights organization receives about 20% our budget from Bingo. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: Who runs the Blue Knights Bingo sessions? A: The Blue Knights Bingo sessions are run by the Blue Knights Boosters who consist of volunteers and performers of the Blue Knights Percussion Ensemble and the Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps. Q: How much does it cost to play bingo? A: Every session h
as a $10.00 buy in and $1.00 per pack. You can also purchase extra Double Actions as well as Progressive. PHD’s can be purchased to play too. Bingo players can play "progressive jackpots" as well as "pull tabs" and other winning games at Blue Knights Bingo. Q: How do I pay for Blue Knights Bingo? A: We accept cash and checks. There is also an ATM is available. Q: How old do I have to be to play bingo? A: By state law, a person over 18 must buy and accept any winnings. Q: Can my children come to play with me? A: We allow children 8 years and older as long as they are accompanied by an adult. Q: What do I do when I get a bingo? A: Yell “Bingo” and a club representative will verify your card numbers. Don’t be shy – yell loud. You will get paid for you winnings immediately for most games. Sometimes a club must issue the winnings via check for larger pots. Q: Is there a winner of every game? A: Yes, every game has a winner. If there is more than one winner, the cash payout is split evenly amongst the winners. Q: Are my winnings taxed? A: In the state of Colorado your winnings are not taxed up to $1200.00 If you’ve won over this amount the club will issue you a W-2G form for your tax return. Q: Can more than one person win a single game? A: Yes, if more than one player has matched the pattern at the same time, there is more than one winner. The cash payout for the game is split evenly among the winners. Q: What is a progressive jackpot? A: A progressive jack is a jackpot that builds per session based on headcount and a percentage of the buy in. It grows over time and can max out at $15,000 in the State of Colorado. The Blue Knights Bingo will hold a “must-go” to give away this progressive at a point in which they determine. Q: What is a PHD? A: A PHD is a portable handheld device that is an electronic bingo card. Package deals are available. Q: Can I bring my own food or drink? A: Outside food is not allowed in the hall. However, there is a snack bar that sells all kinds of food: Hot Dog, Bratwurst, Corn Dog, Pizza, French Fries, Chicken nuggets, Mexican Hamburger, Chili burger, Taco Plate, Taco, Tostado, Burrito, Chicken quesadilla, Nachos, Hay Stack, Red Chili bowl, Green chili bowl, Pretzel, Hamburger, Cheeseburger, Turkey Sandwich, Grilled Cheese, Ham & Cheese, BLT, Egg Salad, Club Sandwich, Tuna Sandwich, Chicken Salad, Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, Diet Dr. Peppers, Sierra Mist, Pepsi One, Root Beer, Mountain Dew, Lemonade, Raspberry Brisk Ice Tea, Bottled Water, Coffee, Hot Tea, Green Tea, Juice bottle,Ice cream bars, Candy bars, Popcorn and more! Learn more: BlueKnightsBingo.org
