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

Newsom’s Opposition to Koi Nation’s Casino Proposal Intensifies

The debate surrounding the?Koi Nation’s proposed casino and resort?in Windsor, California, has intensified with notable political figures and entities lining up against the project. The opposition includes loca...

Norfolk’s Proposed Resort Casino Undergoes Changes: A Name Rebrand and Design Adjustments

In a recent?Architectural Review Board (ARB) meeting on Monday, August 19th, the development team behind Virginia’s long-awaited casino project hinted that the name?“Headwaters Resort & Casino” might no lon...

Coweta Casino Project Proceeds Despite Resident Concerns

On Friday, August 9, Coweta’s top city official expressed support for a new?$100 million hotel and casino development?positioned just beyond the city limits, despite substantial opposition from local residents....

Caesars Virginia Casino Eyes Q4 Opening with Expanded Gaming

The eagerly anticipated?Caesars Virginia casino?remains on course for its grand opening in the fourth quarter of this year, a timeline confirmed by?Ray Dunkle, the Virginia Lottery's director of gaming operatio...

Majestic Pride Casino to Elevate Sri Lanka’s Entertainment Scene in Colombo’s Lotus Tower

Golden Island Hospitality Private Limited?has partnered with the prestigious?Majestic Group Hotels & Casinos?to launch the?Majestic Pride Casino?in Sri Lanka's iconic Lotus Tower. Situated in the bustling a...

Nassau Coliseum to Become $6 Billion Casino Resort

The ambitious plan to transform the Nassau Coliseum in New York State into a $6 billion Las Vegas Sands casino and resort complex?has taken a significant step forward. After a crucial vote on Monday, tensions t...

Wynn Resorts Eyes Expansion in UAE, Las Vegas, and Thailand

Wynn Resorts is actively expanding its global footprint, focusing on new developments in the United Arab Emirates, potential opportunities in Las Vegas, and exploring options in Thailand. During a recent earnin...

Manuel Villar Jr. to Transform Las Pi?as City with Leisure & Entertainment Complex

A new chapter in urban recreation is unfolding in?Las Pi?as City, as Philippine tycoon?Manuel Villar Jr.?embarks on an ambitious project to transform this locality into a premier destination for leisure and ent...

Rockford’s Hard Rock Casino Sets Aug. 29 Date for Grand Launch; Temp Location to Close Aug. 12

Rockford's journey towards a vibrant entertainment future is reaching a milestone with the impending transition from the Rockford Casino: A Hard Rock Opening Act?in northern Illinois to its permanent location a...

Cherokee Nation Challenges Arkansas Casino Ballot Measure in Supreme Court

In a significant legal move, Cherokee Nation Entertainment, together with a newly formed affiliate, has petitioned the Arkansas Supreme Court to?dismiss a ballot measure?that could obstruct their planned casino...