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May 14, 2026

Virginia casino revenue hits nearly $99M in April

Virginia casinos generated nearly $99 million in April gaming revenue, led by Caesars Virginia in Danville.

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Apr 15, 2026

Virginia casinos report $100.1M in March revenue

March gaming revenues at Virginia’s three permanent casinos and Norfolk’s new temporary casino totaled $100.1 million.

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Mar 13, 2026

Virginia casinos report $95M in February revenue

February gaming revenues at Virginia’s three permanent casinos and Norfolk’s new temporary casino totaled $95.2 million.

The Interim Gaming Hall opened in November 2025 and is the temporary precursor to the permanent $750 million Norfolk casino.
Mar 1, 2026

State tourism fortunes rose in 2025 from casinos

Virginia's tourism expanded rapidly in 2025 with new casino openings, entertainment venues, and major events boosting economic impact and visitor numbers.

The temporary Live! Casino Virginia venue in Petersburg, which opens Jan. 22, 2026, has more than 900 electric games. Photo by Jay Paul
Feb 16, 2026

Fairfax casino bill now says resort can be built anywhere in county

Legislation to present Fairfax County voters with a casino referendum this fall progressed through the Virginia State Senate on Feb. 13 with a bipartisan vote. 

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Jan 15, 2026

Virginia casino revenue jumps 32% in 2025

Virginia’s casinos saw adjusted gaming revenue rise 32% in 2025, led by Caesars Virginia and boosted by Norfolk’s temporary casino.

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Nov 30, 2025

100 People to Meet in 2026: Hosts

Nourishing and delighting us, these Virginians welcome us to their communities through food, hospitality and entertainment.

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Nov 18, 2025

Virginia casinos report $82M in October revenue

October gaming revenues for Virginia’s three casinos totaled $82.1 million, according to data the Virginia Lottery released Friday.

Norfolk’s long-awaited temporary casino opens Friday
Nov 6, 2025

Norfolk’s long-awaited temporary casino opens Friday

Norfolk’s first casino experience opens Friday inside a temporary gaming hall, a predecessor to the future $750 million resort.

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Nov 5, 2025

Rivers Casino Portsmouth workers win Virginia’s first casino union contract

In a first for Virginia’s gaming industry, workers at Rivers Casino Portsmouth have approved a three-year union contract with a 95% yes vote

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Oct 16, 2025

Virginia casinos report $73M in September revenue

September gaming revenues for Virginia’s three casinos totaled $73.08 million, down almost 14% month-over-month but up 29% year-over-year

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Oct 14, 2025

Roanoke eyes casino at Berglund Center

Roanoke officials announced they are exploring the idea of locating a casino at the Berglund Center to boost revenue and tourism.

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