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

Richmond city council agrees provisions of One Casino and Resort deal

The city council for the Virginia city of Richmond has reportedly finalized the terms of the deal that could see the capital community’s envisioned One Casino and Resort open its doors to players and guests bef...

Virginia Lottery Board approves southern state’s inaugural casino regulations

The four-member Virginia Lottery Board has reportedly approved a wide-ranging set of proposed rules that have been designed to regulate how the southern state’s soon-to-premiere collection of five commercial la...