Casino openings

World Casino News works hand in hand with the World Casino Directory to bring you news and details about casino properties that have received regulatory approval, a license, and are scheduled to open. The news follows each property's progress from the drawing board to the golden shovel, topping off ceremony, and grand opening.

The dates may change in the Coming Soon section due to construction delays, regulatory matters, or roadblocks created by competitors or community leaders. Follow your favorite new casino's path to opening by staying on top of Casino Project Updates as well as Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation

Clovis Racino Plan Advances as NMRC Backs SunRay License Transfer in New Mexico

Clovis may soon welcome a racino of its own as the New Mexico Racing Commission (NMRC) moves forward with supporting a proposal to transfer the SunRay Park racino license from Farmington to the eastern New Mexi...

IEC Nears Completion of New Coast Hotel Manila Overhaul, Launches Junket Ops

International Entertainment Corporation (IEC) is advancing its vision to turn New Coast Hotel Manila, Philippines, into a leading integrated resort, marking key progress with the start of junket operations and ...

Boyd Gaming’s Interim Casino Nears November Launch as Norfolk Awaits License Decision

Boyd Gaming and the Pamunkey Indian Tribe are moving closer to opening their temporary gaming facility in Norfolk, Virginia. The interim casino, named The Interim Gaming Hall, is set to open by November 15, 202...

SL Green CEO Holds Out Hope for Times Square Casino Amid Setbacks

Despite facing significant obstacles in the competitive casino race, SL Green Realty’s CEO Marc Holliday remains optimistic about the future of their $5.4 billion Times Square casino proposal. This optimism fol...

Bally’s Plans $3.5 Billion Mixed-Use Hotel-Casino Project Near A’s Ballpark

Bally’s Corporation has submitted a comprehensive proposal to Clark County for an ambitious mixed-use hotel and casino complex to be built around the Las Vegas Athletics’ new Major League Baseball stadium. This...

Mohegan Sun Unveils Sky Slot Tournament Zone and Hotel Package

Mohegan Sun, a premier entertainment destination in Uncasville, Connecticut, has unveiled the Sky Slot Tournament Zone, a dedicated area within its Casino of the Sky. This new zone features over 40 IGT slot mac...

MGM Abruptly Withdraws Yonkers Casino Bid, Leaving Three Contenders in New York Race

MGM Resorts International has unexpectedly withdrawn from New York’s closely watched competition to secure one of the state’s new downstate casino licenses, a move that dramatically reshapes the race and leaves...

Ho-Chunk Nation Finalizes $610 Million Financing for Beloit Casino Resort

The Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin has officially secured $610 million in financing to move forward with construction of its long-anticipated Beloit casino resort — a project expected to reshape the region’s ente...