Caesars Entertainment Launches First Managed Casino in Oklahoma

Key Facts

1Caesars Entertainment opened Harrah’s Oklahoma casino in partnership with the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma.

2The casino is located in Chandler, spanning 45,000 sq. ft with over 1,000 slot machines and 12 table games.

3The project is expected to create more than 300 jobs and aims to boost economic growth and tourism in the region.

Caesars Entertainment has officially opened Harrah’s Oklahoma, marking its first managed gaming property in the state in partnership with the Iowa Tribe. Located along the historic Route 66 corridor in Chandler, the facility features over 1,000 slot machines and 12 table games. The grand opening ceremony included a ribbon-cutting event with leadership from both the Iowa Tribe and Caesars, alongside appearances by Oklahoma football legends Barry Switzer and Bob Stoops. The project is expected to generate 300 jobs and significantly boost tourism in the specific Route 66 area. This expansion allows Caesars to grow its brand footprint while utilizing a managed property model to limit capital exposure. Analysts view the move as a strategic addition to CZR’s portfolio, leveraging operational expertise to drive growth through tribal partnerships.

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What changed: The story was updated to include details of the grand opening ceremony, including celebrity appearances, the specific Route 66 location context, and the official ribbon-cutting event.