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

Shoshone-Paiute Tribe Partners with Coeur d’Alene Tribe to Launch Casino Project

The Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation have moved closer to their goal of building a casino in southern Idaho. Recently, the tribe finalized a deal to acquire 557 acres of land straddling Ada...

Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage Expands with Exciting New Gaming Space

Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage, a leading resort in the Coachella Valley, has unveiled a significant expansion of its gaming floor, adding 12,000 square feet to the existing space. This expansion will featu...

S&K Gaming Breaks Ground for New 400 Horses Casino in Lake County, Montana

A highly anticipated project officially kicked off with the groundbreaking of the 400 Horses Casino in Polson, Montana. S&K Gaming, in collaboration with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT), ...

Wind Creek Chicago Southland Unveils New Hotel and Spa Experience

Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino & Resort is set to debut the final piece of its full-service resort vision this Friday, April 11, 2025, when it opens the doors to its brand-new luxury hotel and spa. The...

Fairmount Park Ushers in a New Era with Illinois’ First Racino

Fairmount Park, a storied racetrack in the Metro East area of St. Louis is set to revolutionize the Illinois gaming and racing industry by introducing a new casino complex, marking its transformation into the s...

Trump Stands to Gain $115M If Bally’s Secures Bronx Casino License

A lucrative opportunity tied to New York City's casino licensing process may yield a significant financial boost for U.S. President Donald Trump. If Bally's Corporation is granted permission to develop a casino...

Chicago’s Bally’s Casino Faces Financial Hurdles Amid Market Saturation

In recent developments that highlight the intricate dynamics of the gaming industry in Chicago, Bally’s Corporation is encountering significant financial hurdles as it progresses with its ambitious $1.7 billion...

Queens Lawmaker Moves to Advance Steve Cohen’s $8B Casino Plan Near Citi Field

A significant push to transform the parking lots adjacent to Citi Field into a sprawling entertainment and casino complex has gained traction as Queens State Sen. John Liu introduces a bill that could pave the ...