Bally’s Chicago Casino recently announced continued growth in its fourth month of operation, situated temporarily at the historic Medinah Temple in Chicago’s near north community.
“Bally’s continues to build its relationship with Chicago gaming customers by offering our guests new and convenient ways to visit the property. We’ve added free parking, new promotions, and expanded hours to meet customers’ expectations. Our guests have responded positively. In December we saw our highest attendance and revenues to date,” said Mark Wong, Vice President and General Manager.
Since Bally’s provisional opening in September, monthly Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) has grown from $6.8 million to $10+ million. The monthly attendance figures have also seen a continuous rise. Last month, Bally’s casino had already achieved the distinction of being the second most visited casino in the state. December saw the number of visitors continue to grow to nearly 100,000 admissions.
• Highest Monthly Gross Gaming Revenue – December Gross Gaming Revenue of $10M+
• Expanded Operations to 24/7 – The Property was given permission to operate 24/7 on December 27, similar hours to other local casinos.
• Continued Database Growth – Nearly 50,000 Bally Rewards Members signed up to date.
• Added Convenience – Free or Discounted parking to all Bally Rewards Members
• Over 8,000 customers used this benefit in December.
• New Shuttle Service and routes for both guests and Bally’s employees.
• Community Involvement – Bally’s has supported over 30 local community service efforts, partnering with over 30 community organizations throughout the city (from Rainbow PUSH to Chicago Community Trust, to the Jesse White Foundation) and donating hundreds of thousands of dollars in 2023.
These additions reflect Bally’s commitment to providing a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for its patrons. The hard work of more than 600 dedicated team members played a pivotal role in creating a guest experience that Chicago can take pride in every day.
In collaboration with Bally’s community partners and the unwavering support from the local government agencies, Bally’s Chicago Casino has become a thriving attraction within reach of the Magnificent Mile, contributing to the economic and entertainment landscape of Chicago.
“We are pleased that Bally’s Chicago Casino has experienced positive revenue numbers at its temporary facility by the end of 2023. The revenue growth is a positive sign for both the casino and the city of Chicago. Economic contributions from such establishments play a crucial role in boosting the local economy, creating job opportunities, and enhancing the overall business environment,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “Chicago’s status as a world-class city, with its diverse attractions and entertainment options, undoubtedly contributes to businesses like Bally’s success.”
Looking ahead, Bally’s is excited about the prospects of the permanent location at the Tribune Publishing campus in the River West community. The positive response and success achieved in our initial months of operation only fuel our enthusiasm for the continued growth and success of Bally’s Chicago Casino.
About Bally’s Corporation
Bally’s Corporation is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence of Online Sports Betting and iGaming offerings. It currently owns and manages 16 casinos across 10 states, a horse racetrack in Colorado, and has access to OSB licenses in 18 states. It also owns Bally’s Interactive International, formerly Gamesys Group, a leading, global, online gaming operator, Bally Bet, a first-in-class sports betting platform, and Bally Casino, a growing iCasino platform.
With 11,500 employees, Bally’s casino operations include approximately 16,000 slot machines, 550 table games, and 5,300 hotel rooms. Upon opening of the casino facility in Chicago, IL, and a land-based casino near the Nittany Mall in State College, PA, Bally’s will own and manage 17 casinos across 11 states. Its shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the “BALY” ticker.
