Danville Casino Approved By Virginia Lottery Board

The upcoming opening of the Danville casino is confirmed for next month. On April 26, Caesars Virginia successfully obtained its operating license from the Virginia Lottery Board. This approval ensures a temporary casino will be ready to welcome visitors by mid-May.

“We are extremely grateful for the overwhelming support and cooperation we have received, particularly from the Danville community and its surrounding areas,” expressed Chris Albrecht, the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Danville Casino and Caesars Virginia. “The inauguration of the Danville Casino marks a significant milestone for us, and we eagerly anticipate the commencement of hosting guests on May 15.”

According to Kelly T. Gee, the Executive Director of the Virginia Lottery, reaching the current stage of obtaining a temporary location for the Virginia casino involved a lengthy process. The department and legal team meticulously conducted thorough background checks and carefully scrutinized the casino’s application.

“All the vendors and employees, in addition to Caesars Virginia, are encompassed in these investigations.”

If the time frame is approved by the Virginia Lottery, the temporary casino will open its doors on May 15 at 10 a.m.

What to know about the temporary Danville casino

Virginia’s third casino will be located in Danville, offering a multitude of exciting features and amenities.

The upcoming Caesars Virginia venue will feature a total of 740 cutting-edge slot machines, along with 25 live table games, 28 electronic table games, and eight sports-betting kiosks. Visitors will also have the opportunity to dine at Three Stacks, the casino’s restaurant, and explore the Caesars Rewards Center.

The temporary Danville location welcomes casino patrons all seven days of the week, operating around the clock for 24 hours.

Scheduled for the autumn of 2024, the upcoming casino is poised to become an impressive establishment. In the ultimate vision for Danville, Caesars intends to inject a staggering sum of over $650 million into the project.

The upcoming Caesars Virginia establishment will feature an extensive range of amenities. With over 1,300 slot machines, 85 table games, and 24 electronic table games, visitors will have plenty of gaming options. Additionally, the facility will include a dedicated poker room and a Caesars Sportsbook for sports enthusiasts. Guests can also indulge in a complete spa experience, take a dip in the pool, enjoy entertainment at the theater, and choose from various bars and restaurants for dining options.

Danville casino already hiring employees

There are over 400 job openings at Caesars available for hiring.

In a recent announcement, Albrecht revealed that Caesars Virginia intends to bring on board “400 to 450” fresh recruits this month. The available job opportunities encompass various roles such as slots, security, surveillance, finance, marketing, and IT.

Even though Caesars held a job fair last month, the company is actively continuing its recruitment process.

Caesars Virginia finding its community roots in Danville

Caesars Virginia formed a partnership with the local summer league baseball team shortly before obtaining its operating license from the state lottery board.

Thanks to Caesars Virginia, the Danville Otterbots will have their inaugural fireworks display on June 6 as part of the casino’s sponsorship. Furthermore, a fan appreciation party is scheduled for July 29.

Austin Scher, the general manager of Otterbots, stated that Danville has already experienced the beneficial effects of Caesars Virginia on our city and region.

Caesars Virginia projects to bring major money to the Danville area

Danville is projecting that the temporary casino will generate $12.1 million in revenue for the city in the upcoming fiscal year. It is anticipated that approximately $8 million of this total will be derived from local gaming tax revenue.

City manager Ken Larking stated that they will take advantage of this opportunity to improve the lives of the residents in Danville.

After the completion and successful operation of the permanent casino, it is anticipated that the revenue projections will experience a significant increase. City officials hold the belief that the city could potentially surpass $39 million in revenue.

Larking stated that the residents of Danville will experience significant advantages. These benefits encompass the economic prospects being introduced, the enhanced quality of life, and the array of job opportunities available.