Casinos continue booming in South Mississippi, with the latest data from the Mississippi Gaming Commission showing that more than $1.5 billion was spent in Coast casinos in 2025.
Barry Regula, president of Hollywood and Boomtown Casinos, said the Mississippi Gulf Coast remains a success story in the gaming industry due to strong operators with established loyalty programs.
“You’ve got operators like MGM, you’ve got Caesars, you’ve got Boyd, you’ve got people with big loyalty programs,” Regula said. “So they have a lot of people in their database that come to the Gulf Coast.”
Boomtown Casino has restored its buffet and bakery after previous closures. Regula said the property is a local favorite known for its dining options.
