Boomtown Casino to become Hollywood Casino New Orleans in $195 million relocation
Penn Entertainment plans to relocate Boomtown Casino to a new shore-based facility rebranded as Hollywood Casino New Orleans by 2029.Summary
Penn Entertainment, the owner of Boomtown Casino, has announced a $195 million plan to relocate its gaming operations from a stationary riverboat to a new shore-based facility. The new venue will be rebranded as Hollywood Casino New Orleans and is expected to feature 140,000 square feet of development, including 875 slot machines, 45 table games, a retail sportsbook, and various dining options.
Local officials, including Jefferson Parish Councilman Tim Kerner, Jr. and JEDCO Executive Director Jerry Bologna, expressed strong support for the project. They noted that the investment will create construction jobs, retain hundreds of permanent positions, and provide significant tax revenue for local infrastructure like parks and drainage. The move is seen as a way to anchor the local economy and prevent gaming revenue from shifting to the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
The relocation is currently awaiting approval from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. If the proposal is approved, Penn Entertainment anticipates the new Hollywood Casino New Orleans will officially open in 2029.
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