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PENN Entertainment to Close Hollywood Casino Joliet Riverboat Location on July 29 Ahead of New Land-Based Casino Grand Opening on August 11
WYOMISSING, Pa. & JOLIET, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) (“PENN” or the “Company”) announced today the expected closure of
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[{"type":"text","content":" WYOMISSING, Pa. & JOLIET, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--\nPENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) (“PENN” or the “Company”) announced today the expected closure of the Hollywood Casino Joliet riverboat property at 5:59am CDT on Tuesday, July 29, in preparation for the grand opening of the all-new, $185 million land-based property set to open on August 11, 2025, pending customary regulatory approvals.\n\n\n“As we transition to our new state-of-the-art facility, we reflect on 30+ years of operating in Joliet,” said Jay Snowden, CEO and President of PENN Entertainment. “We look forward to continuing to create best-in-class experiences for our loyal customers, welcoming new guests, and supporting this community for years to come.”\n\n\nThe new Hollywood Casino Joliet is part of Rock Run Collection, a super-regional commercial and residential development conveniently located adjacent to the Interstate 80 and Interstate 55 interchange southwest of downtown Chicago. The facility will feature approximately 1,000 slots and 43 live table games, including high-limit slots and table games, a baccarat room and an ESPN BET sportsbook. Its unique bars and restaurants include Sorellina by Giada De Laurentiis and Boulevard Food & Drink Hall, both open to all ages. Sorellina will have Giada’s signature Italian touch and feature a light and casual atmosphere, while Boulevard will include local Chicagoland favorites Antique Taco, Pretty Cool Ice Cream and an all-new burger concept from Stephanie Izard called Lucky Goat, alongside a midcentury modern-designed bar, cafe and more. Additional features of the new property include an approximately 10,000 square foot, all-ages event center with meeting areas, and approximately 1,330 parking spaces.\n\n\n“We are incredibly excited about our future at the new location, which enhances our ability to serve guests and creates a top entertainment, gaming and dining attraction in the region,” said Todd George, Executive Vice President of Operations for PENN Entertainment.\n\n\nAll gaming operations at the riverboat property will maintain their normal operating hours until closing at 5:59am CDT on July 29. The hotel adjacent to the casino property will accept reservations until July 26.\n\n\n“We invite all of our customers to experience our nearby Hollywood Casino Aurora and Ameristar East Chicago locations during the ...