Caesars Entertainment Inc has been selected to build and operate a Harrah’s casino and racetrack in Columbus, Nebraska by Columbus Exposition and Racing (CER).
The casino development, worth circa $75m, will feature a new one-mile horse racing surface, a 40,000-square-foot-casino and sportsbook with more than 400 slot machines and 20 table games, as well as a restaurant and retail space. The property is expected to be complete in late 2022.
“We are excited to welcome Harrah’s to Nebraska,” said Tom Jackson, Managing Partner of CER. “When looking for a casino operator partner, Harrah’s brand recognition and established code of commitment to its employees, customers and the communities in which they operate proved an easy selection.
“In addition, their superior rewards program and marketing team, high-performing entertainment network and best-in-class gaming experience check all the right boxes for this partnership.”
He added: “As we work to create a new entertainment destination for the Midwest, this partnership will be an important economic driver and job creator for Columbus and the surrounding communities. It also further reinforces our commitment to the hardworking people involved in the Nebraska horse racing industry.”