WEST SILOAM SPRINGS, Okla. (July 20, 2026) — Cherokee Casino & Hotel West Siloam Springs will welcome Grammy-nominated R&B singer Mario at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at the Qualla Ballroom inside the casino.

An R&B singer, songwriter and actor, Mario has built a career spanning more than two decades with chart-topping hits and timeless performances that have made him one of the genre’s most recognizable voices.

Mario first broke onto the music scene with his platinum-selling debut single, “Just a Friend 2002,” before reaching new heights with the Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 smash “Let Me Love You.” The hit earned two Billboard Music Awards and a Grammy nomination, solidifying his place as one of R&B’s defining artists.

Since then, Mario has amassed multiple Top 10 singles while continuing to evolve as an artist. More than 20 years into his career, he remains a driving force in contemporary R&B, earning praise for his smooth vocals, heartfelt songwriting and authentic storytelling.

In 2025, Mario continued to connect with fans through a viral cover of Kehlani’s “Folded” and made a surprise appearance during Drake’s Wireless Festival performance, further demonstrating his enduring appeal and influence across generations of R&B listeners.

Tickets start at $65 and are on sale now.

Located off U.S. Highway 412 and State Highway 59 at the Arkansas-Oklahoma state line, Cherokee Casino & Hotel West Siloam Springs is the region’s leading casino entertainment destination, serving northwest Arkansas and the surrounding area. For more information on gaming and amenities, visit www.cherokeecasino.com and click on the West Siloam Springs tab, or call 800-754-4111. More information about One Star Rewards® is available at www.onestarrewards.com.

About Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Cherokee Nation Entertainment is the gaming and hospitality company of the Cherokee Nation. What began as a small bingo hall in Roland, Oklahoma, has evolved into one of the region’s largest and most dynamic gaming and hospitality enterprises, generating more than $1 billion in annual revenue, employing over 4,000 people, and welcoming more than 10 million visitors each year. With more than three decades of experience delivering world-class entertainment, CNE owns and operates the renowned Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa and nine Cherokee Casinos throughout Oklahoma, including a racino, three resort hotels, a championship golf course, and a variety of dining, retail and entertainment venues. CNE also operates Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Mississippi, one of the most recognized gaming destinations in the Mid-South. As a key economic engine for the Cherokee Nation, CNE is deeply committed to improving the lives of Cherokee citizens and strengthening communities through job creation, cultural preservation and reinvestment in vital services. For more information, visit HardRockCasinoTulsa.com, CherokeeCasino.com and GoldStrike.com.