WHEEL OF FORTUNE® Spins Into Philadelphia for Exciting Contestant Search at Rivers Event Center!

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10:49 AM on Tuesday, August 26

The Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 26, 2025--

The beloved, long-running game show Wheel of Fortune is looking for contestants in the City of Brotherly Love! 6abc is excited to announce that a team of Wheel producers will be at The Event Center at Rivers Philadelphia this September for a one-of-a-kind contestant search.

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Producers for "Wheel of Fortune," starring Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White, will audition potential contestants at Rivers Philadelphia on Sept. 18 and 19. Photo courtesy: Sony Pictures Television/Eric McCandless

It’s been more than a decade since Wheel of Fortune last held in-person auditions in Philadelphia. This event is one of only a few live castings nationally that Wheel producers will host for the upcoming season.

“The Wheel of Fortune fan base in and around Philadelphia is incredible, and we’re excited to tap into that passion to find future contestants,” said Bellamie Blackstone, executive producer, Wheel of Fortune. “We hope the fans bring some of that famous Philly spirit to the event so we can welcome those loyal Wheel Watchers in our studio to spin the Wheel!”

Wheel contestant hopefuls will have the opportunity to meet with producers and show them they have what it takes to make it to the Wheel of Fortune stage! Attendees also have the chance to win fun prizes, and there is no cost for admission.

People 21 and older are invited to attend at The Event Center at Rivers Philadelphia, located at 1001 N. Delaware Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19125.

Thursday, Sept. 18 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 19 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Contestants may begin lining up at 10 a.m. each morning of the casting call.

“ Wheel of Fortune is an entertainment and pop culture icon,” said Scott Lokke, general manager of Rivers Philadelphia. “Now fans will have the chance to go from their living rooms to the Los Angeles studio to spin that famous wheel and win cash and prizes. Rivers is thrilled to host this unique opportunity for Philly.”

Parking at Rivers is free, and a free shuttle runs throughout the day from the property’s main entrance and Riversuites at The Battery, Rivers’ boutique hotel across neighboring Penn Treaty Park.

Don’t miss this exciting chance to be a part of television history and maybe take home a prize or two! Get ready, Philadelphia — Wheel of Fortune is coming to town!

For more information, please visit WheelOfFortune.com.

WHEEL OF FORTUNE airs on 6abc, weeknights from 7:30 to 8 p.m.

ABOUT RIVERS PHILADELPHIA

Located along the Delaware River waterfront in Fishtown, Rivers Philadelphia features more than 1,500 slots, 70 table games, 47 hybrid and automated gaming seats, a 28-table poker room, and a designated sportsbook area for live sports betting. Dining options in the Marketplace include Rita’s Italian Ice, Dunkin’, Sapore Slice and a grab-and-go deli. Rivers also offers an array of distinctive restaurants and bars — among them are Sapore, a welcoming Italian kitchen; Mian, featuring authentic Asian cuisine; and FLIPT, which serves classic burgers and shakes. Guests will also enjoy riverfront views, live performances in The Event Center, free parking, and daily promotions and giveaways. Riversuites at The Battery is Rivers’ luxury boutique hotel.

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CONTACT: MEDIA CONTACTS

Krista Ostensen Osche

Wheel of Fortune

310-244-6286 (phone)

[email protected]

Jeff Shurilla

For Rivers Philadelphia

215-764-2376 (cell)

[email protected]

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