Poker players in southern Virginia now have another option after the $650 million Caesars Virginia opened this week, complete with a new 4,900-square-foot World Series of Poker card room.
The property is located in Danville, right near the border of North Carolina, and is expected to draw plenty of gamblers from the state. The grand opening last week included a car parade, ceremonial first bet by NBA legend Dennis Rodman, and a fireworks display.
Officials with Caesars Entertainment were also on hand to welcome guests and officially open the new casino resort.
“This has been an impressive development project to see come together over the past couple of years and we couldn’t be prouder to finally open the doors of this beautiful destination,” Caesars Virginia general manager Chris Albrecht said.
More Details On The Property
The resort features 90,000 square feet of gaming space along with a sportsbook. Guests can stay in the 320-room hotel, with several dining options including an eatery from celebrity chef Gordon Ramsey, multiple entertainment venues, a spa, pool, 50,000 square feet of meeting space, and more.
The poker room is open 24 hours daily and features 21 tables with upscale furniture and a permanent Poker Hall of Fame exhibit to honor the legends of the game.
“This beautiful destination encompasses what the Caesars brand is all about,” company COO Anthony Carano said of the new casino.
Virginia legalized casinos in 2020 and there are now properties in Bristol, Portsmouth, and Norfolk. The casinos in Bristol and Portsmouth are already open, and the Norfolk casino is set to open in November of next year. Hard Rock Bristol officially opened in November and a poker room at the property is set to open sometime in the near future.
The additional casinos in Virginia have made legislators in North Carolina concerned about lost revenue to a neighboring state and considering changing state law to allow for more gaming. However, efforts in the Tar Heel State came up short in the legislature.
We are just waiting for a couple more players to start the dealer’s choice game, but the room is JUMPING!! pic.twitter.com/PL3hr4Dg0H
— Greg Raymer (@FossilMan) December 17, 2024