Virginia: Hampton Roads’ first casino opens in Portsmouth early January

Virginia: Hampton Roads’ first casino opens in Portsmouth early January

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  • WTKR
November 21, 2022 2:46 PM

The area’s first casino opens up in January.

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Rivers Casino Portsmouth officials announced Monday that they will open their doors to the community on Sunday, January 15, at 3 p.m.

The $340 million gaming and entertainment venue is part of a planned Entertainment District along Victory Boulevard — just south of I-264.

The Virginia Lottery Board unanimously approved the casino’s operator’s license on November 16.

Rush Street Gaming, owners, and operators of the casino broke ground back in December 2021.

Portsmouth voters approved the casino being built in November 2020.

“We’re grateful to the Virginia Lottery Board, the City of Portsmouth, and the Hampton Roads community for their continued support,” said Tim Drehkoff, CEO, Rush Street Gaming. “It’s been exciting to watch the building go up, and we’re eager for the public to see what’s inside.”