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DANVILLE, Virginia, December 18, 2024–(BUSINESS FEED)–Caesars Entertainment celebrated the grand opening of its highly anticipated destination, Caesars Virginia, earlier today. The luxury resort opened its doors for the first time following a ceremony led by Tom Reeg, CEO of Caesars Entertainment, Anthony Carano, President and COO of Caesars Entertainment, Barron Fuller, Regional President of Caesars Entertainment, Chris Albrecht, general manager of Caesars Virginia, and Michell, chief of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Hicks. Danville Mayor Alonzo Jones, Virginia Lottery Executive Director Khalid Jones, Senator Tammy Mulchi, Assistant Secretary of Commerce Maggie Beal and hundreds of community members joined the celebration.
“This magnificent destination reflects everything that the Caesars brand is,” said Anthony Carano, president and COO of Caesars Entertainment. “From exceptional dining, high-energy gaming and exciting entertainment, Caesars Virginia has it all. The fantastic amenities coupled with the family-style service that Caesars is known for make it a world-class destination that we know our guests and the community will love it.”
The morning began with a parade of race cars and supercars provided by Virginia International Raceway, Kaizen Autosport and Foreign Cars Italia, weaving through the heart of Danville. Dennis Rodman, five-time NBA champion and “best rebounding forward in NBA history,” was the parade’s master of ceremonies. Rodman, Caesar, Cleopatra and Mayor Jones rode in the vehicles that stopped in front of the new complex for the opening ceremony. Following the grand opening, guests were welcomed into the new 587,000 square foot complex to wager for the first time. Rodman placed the ceremonial first bet in the new state-of-the-art Caesars Sportsbook, wagering a five-step $100 parlay on the five teams he played for in the NBA to win their next game. The celebration ended with an impressive fireworks and drone show from Grucci.
“This has been an impressive development project to see come to fruition over the past two years and we couldn’t be more proud to finally open the doors to this beautiful destination,” said Chris Albrecht, Executive Vice President and General Manager from Caesars Virginia. “We couldn’t have done this without the support of our partners, team members and the Danville community and we are so grateful to have had so many of them here with us to celebrate. We look forward to “We look forward to what the future holds here at Virginia, and we can’t wait to share it with our guests.”
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Chief Michell Hicks added, “The grand opening of Caesars Virginia in Danville marks another proud moment in our partnership with Caesars. It reflects EBCI’s commitment to economic growth, job creation and community investment. We are honored to be part of an effort that creates lasting opportunities for the people of Danville and the surrounding region.
Caesars Virginia features 90,000 square feet of gaming space, including nearly 1,500 of the newest and most exciting slot machines, 79 live table games, 48 electronic table games, WSOP™ poker room and Caesars Sportsbook. Additionally, Caesars Virginia is also home to a 320-room hotel tower, 50,000 square feet of meeting and convention space that doubles as a 2,500-seat live entertainment venue, a full-service spa, a swimming pool and a wide variety of dining options. including Ramsay’s Kitchen from multi-Michelin star chef and TV personality Gordon Ramsay, Dan Dan Noodle, Three Stacks and the 500 Block Food Hall from local developer Rick Barker and local restaurateur Steve Parer.
Roman Luxury Meets Southern Charm – Located in historic Danville, Virginia, the newest resort brings the iconic Caesars brand to the heart of Southern Virginia in style. Scheduled to open in late 2024, Caesars Virginia will offer a luxurious casino experience, with a full-service spa, pool and world-class restaurants, including multi-Michelin-star chef Gordon Ramsay’s Ramsay’s Kitchen and 500 Block Food Lobby. , upscale bars and lounges, endless games and non-stop entertainment. The 320-room hotel tower will offer stunning floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the Southern Virginia skyline and historic “Three Sisters” chimneys. The resort will also feature more than 90,000 square feet of gaming space, including nearly 1,500 of the latest and most exciting slot machines, 79 live table games, 48 electronic table games, a poker room WSOP™ and Caesars Sportsbook. With 50,000 square feet of flexible meeting and convention space that will also serve as a 2,500-seat live entertainment venue, Caesars Virginia can meet a variety of meeting and event needs. Caesars Virginia is owned by a partnership between Caesars Entertainment (NASDAQ: CZR) and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. For more information and to track progress, please visit www.caesars.com/caesars-virginia or find Caesars Virginia on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Know when to stop before you start.® If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services are available by calling or texting 1-800-GAMBLER.
