Corporate Casino Night with D.R. Horton in Birmingham – A Packed House and a Full Night of Fun
- Nov 16, 2025
- 5 min read
🎲 Key Takeaways
The event was hosted by D.R. Horton, one of the largest homebuilders in the U.S., at their Birmingham division.
BAMA Casino Company provided 12 casino tables, décor, uplighting, and a full setup, with tables staying packed from start to finish.
The event included DJ entertainment from Feel the Beat Entertainment and a photo booth from Cool Shots Photo Booth, creating a complete corporate entertainment experience.
The blog discusses why casino nights work extremely well for corporate teams, helping companies create interactive, lively environments that keep employees engaged.
The article highlights D.R. Horton’s company culture, the event atmosphere, and how casino nights enhance team connection and corporate celebrations.
When the Birmingham division of D.R. Horton invited us in for a corporate casino night, we knew we were stepping into a room full of hard-working pros who build communities every day. D.R. Horton is often referred to as America’s Builder and has been the largest homebuilder in the United States by volume for many years, serving homebuyers at “every stage in life” with communities across the country. Bringing that kind of team together in one room calls for more than a standard dinner and a speech—and a casino night was the perfect fit.
A Full Casino Floor for a Corporate Crowd
For this event, BAMA Casino Company rolled in 12 casino tables and “all the works”: blackjack, roulette, craps, poker, and more. From the first few minutes of the event, every table was full and stayed full. The D.R. Horton team came ready to play, and our dealers spent the night dealing, teaching, high-fiving, and keeping the energy flowing at every game.
To round out the atmosphere, we brought casino décor, uplighting, and a clean, professional layout that transformed the room into a mini Vegas-style floor, without any real gambling involved. This is exactly the kind of experience we’re known for across Alabama, the Florida Panhandle, and the Southeast, providing casino-style entertainment for corporate events, fundraisers, and private parties.
If you’re curious how a professionally planned casino night affects an event, there are some great reads out there, like this breakdown of the benefits of hosting a casino party from Casino Knight, and another article on why a casino night is the ultimate office party from 21 Fun. Both point to what we see at events like this: people relax, interact more, and actually talk to coworkers they might only email during the workweek.
About D.R. Horton and Their Team Culture
D.R. Horton is known for its strong company culture and national footprint, with offices and divisions in markets across the U.S. including Birmingham, Alabama. The company emphasizes growth opportunities, transfers between markets, and benefits that support employees at different life stages, which you can see on their Careers and Who We Are pages.
Hosting a corporate casino night like this lines up perfectly with that culture. Instead of another formal banquet, casino-style events give employees a chance to mingle outside their departments, bond over games, and enjoy a shared experience that feels different from typical corporate functions.
DJ, Photo Booth, and “All the Works”
To keep the room moving, music and entertainment came from our sister company, Feel The Beat Entertainment, a professional DJ and production team based in Alabama that specializes in corporate events, weddings, and large-scale celebrations. Their DJs know how to read a crowd, mix genres, and keep energy levels exactly where they need to be throughout the night.
On the other side of the room, guests lined up for photo booth fun with Cool Shots Photo Booth, a company that focuses on high-quality, interactive photo booth experiences for corporate activations, weddings, and private events all across Alabama. With props, custom backdrops, and instant sharing, the booth became a natural stop between games.
Together, the combo of casino tables from BAMA Casino Company, DJ services from Feel The Beat Entertainment, and the booth from Cool Shots Photo Booth created a full, layered experience that went way beyond just “a company party.”
Why Casino Night Works So Well for Corporate Events
There’s a reason casino parties are trending in corporate entertainment. Articles like “Benefits of Hosting a Casino-Themed Event” and “High Stakes, Low Stress: Why Professional Casino Night Planning Matters” both highlight how casino events create an environment where guests can unwind, interact, and feel taken care of. It’s structured enough to keep people engaged, but relaxed enough that nobody feels pressure to perform or be “on” the entire time.
For corporate teams, that means:
A built-in icebreaker at every table
A chance for employees from different departments to play and talk
Friendly competition without high stakes
A memorable experience that feels different from the usual dinner-and-speaker format
That’s exactly what happened at this D.R. Horton event. Tables stayed full, people were cheering, learning games, and moving from table to table. When a client ends the night with a “See you next year,” it’s a strong sign that the format worked.
Check out this short video from the event!
If you’re looking for ideas for your next casino night in Birmingham, Mobile, Huntsville, or along the Gulf Coast, you can explore packages and event photos on the BAMA Casino Company website.
Planning Your Own Corporate Casino Night
If you’re considering a similar corporate event, you can use this D.R. Horton night as a template and combine it with some of the guidance you’ll find in industry blogs. Articles like “7 Reasons to Host Casino Parties for Business Occasions,” and “Four Reasons Why Your Next Corporate Event Should Be a Casino Night” both point to the same themes: casino nights are interactive, memorable, and surprisingly effective for employee morale and relationship-building.
When you’re ready to build out your own event, you can start by browsing real-event photos and videos on:
From there, it’s just a matter of matching table count, décor, and entertainment to your guest list and venue.
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Danny Brewer, President and CEO of Feel The Beat Entertainment and owner of BAMA Casino Company, brings over 30 years of experience in entertainment. He oversees teams that specialize in premium casino entertainment and top-tier customer service. His ventures, including Feel The Beat Entertainment and Cool Shots Photo Booth, cater to a diverse array of events from corporate to private parties. Renowned in the industry, Brewer is a speaker at trade shows and sets high standards for clients across various scales.
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