Kansas: Gilley’s Gambling Hall opening boosts statewide casino revenue up 105% year-over-year in January

Thursday, February 12, 2026 11:48 AM
Photo:  Gilley's (courtesy)
  • Charlotte Capewell, Special to CDC Gaming

Kansas casino revenue reached $62.8 million in January, up 105% year-over-year, boosted by the December opening of Gilley’s Gambling Hall, which added $29.5 million to the total with just historical horse racing machines.

The figures, published by the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission, show that electronic gaming devices generated $29.5 million, up 10.2%. Table games dropped 1.9% to $3.8 million. Parimutuel wagering from historical horse racing generated $29.5 million.

Boot Hill Casino experienced the biggest year-over-year revenue rise in January, increasing 13.9% to $3.5 million, with table games rising 34% to $442,249, and electronic gaming devices up 11.5% to $3.1 million.

Kansas Star Casino had the highest revenue of the month, totaling $14.2 million, up 9.6%. Electronic gaming devices rose 11.8% to $12.8 million, and table games revenue fell 7.1% to $1.4 million.

The two remaining casinos in the state also experienced revenue rises, with Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway rising 7.8% to $12.5 million, and Kansas Crossing Casino up 2.8% to $3.14 million.

Charlotte Capewell brings her passion for storytelling and expertise in writing, researching, and the gambling industry to every article she writes. Her specialties include the US gambling industry, regulator legislation, igaming, and more. As a fan of all things F1-related, she roots for her favorite team, Aston Martin, every race weekend. Charlotte also follows motorsport news closely and is keen to write about the latest news in the sports betting industry.