gambling Archives - Virginia Business

Feb 1, 2026

Will new casino be a jackpot for Norfolk?

Norfolk’s $750M casino project is on track for 2027, but rising competition and lower tax projections raise revenue questions.

Feb 1, 2026

Norfolk eyes Harbor Park entertainment district

An entertainment and nightlife district could be in the cards for the area surrounding Norfolk‘s upcoming $750 million waterfront resort casino near Harbor Park. The city owns most of the property around the casino site and the ballpark, controlling almost seven acres in an area bordered by the Elizabeth River, railroad tracks and Interstate 264. […]

Jan 30, 2026

Virginians bet $7.68B on sports in 2025, up 10.9%

Sports betting revenue for 2025 was $787 million, up 27.4% from the year before.

Dec 18, 2025

Virginia casinos post $82.45M in November revenues

November gaming revenues at Virginia’s three permanent casinos and Norfolk’s new temporary casino totaled $82.45 million, according to Virginia Lottery data released Dec. 15. Norfolk’s temporary Interim Gaming Hall, which opened Nov. 7, reported adjusted gaming revenue (wagers minus winnings) of $1.42 million during its first 23 days of business. All of that came from […]

Nov 30, 2025

Bristol hopes for bigger share of casino tax

The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol this November marked its first year in its permanent facility — a milestone that the city’s mayor says prompted officials to move ahead with trying to change how tax revenue from the casino is divided. “We’re excited to have them here,” says Mayor Becky Nave, “but we just […]