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

Accel Entertainment Acquires FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing, Plans Casino by 2025

In a significant development for Illinois' horse racing and gaming industry, the Illinois Racing Board has approved Accel Entertainment's acquisition of FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing, formerly known as Fa...

Jay-Z and Michael Rubin Open Fanatics Sportsbook at Ocean Casino Resort

Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter and Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin celebrated the grand opening of the Fanatics Sportsbook at Ocean Casino Resort, situated on the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk. This marks the first Fanatics ...

Launch Date for New Solaire Puerto Azul IR Project in Cavite Clarified by Bloomberry

In a strategic move to broaden its hospitality and gaming empire, Bloomberry Resorts Corp has unveiled plans to develop its third Solaire-branded integrated resort, to be located in the picturesque setting of P...

Enrique Razon’s Bloomberry to Launch Solaire Puerto Azul Casino in Cavite by 2028

In an ambitious move poised to revitalize the local gaming landscape, billionaire tycoon Enrique Razon is slated to open a state-of-the-art casino in Cavite by 2028. This venture is part of a strategic initiati...

Norfolk Approves Casino Project with Pamunkey Tribe and Boyd Gaming in Virginia

Norfolk’s long-awaited casino project has moved forward, with plans for a temporary casino by November 2025 and a permanent resort by 2027. The project, a partnership between the Pamunkey Indian Tribe and Las V...

Kangwon Land Expands Casino Operations with More Gaming Tables and Increased Betting Limits

Kangwon Land, South Korea’s only casino that permits locals to gamble, has received approval from the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism for a significant expansion of its gaming facilities. The announcem...

Cebu’s Next Big Leap: Travellers International Eyes New Integrated Resort

In an ambitious move to broaden its gaming and leisure portfolio, Travellers International Hotel Group is reportedly setting its sights on a substantial new venture in Cebu, Philippines. The project, valued at ...

Proposal for New Casino On Missouri’s Osage River Approved For November 5 Ballot

A new development in Missouri's gaming industry has emerged as a proposal for a casino license on the Osage River near the Lake of the Ozarks has been approved for the November ballot, following a ruling by a C...