The transitory property is located in the concourse of Fonner Park, adjacent to the Nebraska Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame. Doors will open at the temporary facility on Tuesday, December 27 at noon following a ribbon-cutting ceremony. “This afternoon was very significant for the history of Fonner Park,” Fonner Park CEO Chris Kotulak said, as reported by KSNB. A temporary property at Grand Island's Fonner Park horse racing track is set to open its doors to the public next week. We will also have casual dining in our Draft Day Sports Lounge and a family dining outlet.Ĭonstruction of the resort is expected to take 15-17 months with a grand opening planned for the first quarter of 2025.Nebraska is inching closer to the opening of its second land-based casino after the Racing and Gaming Commission unanimously approved an operator license for Grand Island Casino Resort and Fonner Park on Wednesday.

Our food outlets will feature Ruthie’s Steak & Seafood Restaurant.

162-room hotel with a full-service salon and spa plus an indoor-outdoor pool.

The gaming floor will have a show lounge that features local and regional entertainment.

The new facility will be loaded with amenities including: Fonner Park CEO Chris Kotulak said, “This new casino and hotel will tower over our campus and be a beacon to recognize the Thoroughbreds, horseman and community who have made Fonner Park what it is and what it can be in the future.” Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commissioner Shane Greckel added, “Fonner Park continues to be a driving force in Nebraska Racing and Gaming”. “We’ve put together a strong team of local contractors to partner with us on this project. “We are excited to have a temporary casino open but wait until you see the amenities we offer in our permanent casino resort,” said Elite CEO Dan Kehl. Several local supporters and contractors on the project are expected to attend. Ray Aguilar, Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commissioner Shane Greckel, Grand Island Mayor Roger Steele, Grand Island Chamber of Commerce President Cindy Johnson and Chris Kotulak, Fonner Park CEO join Elite Casino Resorts CEO, Dan Kehl on the speaking program. Grand Island, NE - The Grand Island Casino celebrates the start of construction of it’s new $100 million casino resort with a groundbreaking ceremony at 10:30 am Wednesday at Fonner Park.ĭignitaries including State Sen.

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