Q Casino + Resort in Dubuque, Iowa, has invited the public to visit the newly renovated casino, entertainment venue, and adjoining spaces over Memorial Day weekend, May 24-27.
The $83 million renovation project, which began January 2023, includes a remodel of the existing lower casino, with an upgraded center bar and lounge with bar-top slot machines and new casino games. The Q Showroom, an entertainment venue, features a new, state-of-the-art sound system and VIP area. The new Q Sports Book and Island Social Kitchen + Bar are also being previewed.
“This is an exciting project for Q Casino + Resort, so we are pleased to be able to have people come in and experience what we have been working on since renovations began on these spaces last October,” said Q Casino + Resort and DRA President and CEO Alex Dixon in a statement. “It has been nearly 15 years since we have completed any type of upgrades to the property, so I am confident people will come away impressed with what they see.”
The casino’s renovation and expansion plans, approved by the City of Dubuque and the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission, are taking place over five phases and are scheduled to be completed in 2025. The spaces opening Memorial Day weekend represent completion of Phase 2 of renovations, while the recent groundbreaking ceremony for The Key Hotel – a boutique property in the Tapestry Collection by Hilton – is part of Phase 4. The fourth phase also will include a new, highly anticipated rooftop restaurant, to be announced at a later date.
“We look forward to welcoming our faithful customers to our renovated spaces, but I encourage others to visit and see what we are doing here at Q Casino + Resort,” Dixon said. “Our goal is to become a full-service resort that not only attracts visitors from all over the tri-state area but also serves as a solid anchor for the future plans for Schmitt Island – and what we are showcasing on Memorial Day weekend is one more step forward toward our vision and goals.”
Memorial Day weekend guests will have more than 50 new slot games to choose from, with more than $100,000 in prize giveaways. Grand prizes include drawings for a 2023 Dodge Charger SXT AWD May 25, and a 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T EAWD May 26. On May 27, $500 will be given away every 30 minutes, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., as a part of a Hot Seats promotion
“All of our efforts to date are important steps in the evolution and elevation of the resort’s overall brand. This includes rolling out a new website that offers a modern look and more dynamic content, along with ease of navigation and better user interface,” said Q Casino + Resort’s Chief Commercial Officer Stacy Kansky.
