Caesars Virginia Opens Dec. 12, 2024
Caesars Virginia announced that its highly anticipated opening date will be Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. The resort will welcome its first guests beginning at noon. Additional details on the opening festivities will be announced at a later date.
Caesars Virginia is a 587,000 square foot casino resort with more than 90,000 square feet of gaming space, including nearly 1500 of the newest, most exciting slots, 79 live-action table games, 48 electronic table games, a WSOP poker room, and Caesars Sportsbook. Additionally, Caesars Virginia is also home to a 320-room hotel tower, 50,000 square feet of meeting and convention space that also serves as a 2500-seat live entertainment venue, full-service spa, pool and a wide variety of dining, including the recently announced Ramsay’s Kitchen by multi-Michelin-starred chef and television personality Gordon Ramsay and the 500 Block Food Hall by local developer Rick Barker and local restaurateur Steve Parry, as well as multiple bars and lounges.
Caesars Virginia is also part of the expansive Caesars Rewards network. Caesars Rewards members earn and redeem Reward Credits at any of Caesars Entertainment’s 50+ properties, including destinations in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and Lake Tahoe.
“We have worked diligently on creating a world-class resort that will offer all the luxurious and modern amenities expected from Caesars that will also serve as an economic driver for Danville and the surrounding region through employment and tourism. We’re so proud of Caesars Virginia and look forward to welcoming guests on Dec. 12,” said Barron Fuller, Regional President for Caesars Entertainment.
“Our property started out with just over 400 Team Members when the temporary facility opened last year, and we are on track to hire more than 1200 by the time we open our doors in December. Through numerous hiring events in the region, training at facilities in Danville and overall support from local and state leaders as well as the business community, we are prepared to continue delivering the Family Style Service that Caesars is known for to our guests in the new, beautiful, destination resort,” said Chris Albrecht, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Caesars Virginia.
“Our partnership with Caesars Virginia marks a significant milestone in the region’s growth, creating jobs and economic opportunities that will benefit both Danville and surrounding communities. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is proud to be a part of this exciting new chapter, as this resort represents an impressive investment in hospitality and entertainment. We look forward to building stronger ties within the region and seeing the positive impact Caesars Virginia will have, providing opportunities and experiences that honor the unique spirit and diversity of this area,” said Principal Chief Michell Hicks of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
