Caesars opens Columbus Casino

Caesars Entertainment has officially opened Columbus Casino, its temporary gaming facility at Platte County Ag Society Park.

On the morning of June 12, Mayor of Columbus Jim Bulkley joined senior figures from Caesars and Columbus Exposition and Racing for a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome the first guests.

The temporary facility hosts more than 250 of the latest slot machines and allows players to bet on horse racing at Ag Park’s simulcast at Columbus Casino.

Construction is underway on the permanent Harrah’s Columbus, NE Racing & Casino. It is being built in partnership with Columbus Exposition and Racing, and will boast the longest thoroughbred racetrack in the state.

“Opening the Columbus Casino is a huge milestone for us in the Harrah’s Columbus project,” said Don Ostert, senior vice president and general manager of Harrah’s Columbus, NE Racing & Casino.

“With the tremendous support from the community of Columbus, we’re proud to open our doors and welcome guests to the temporary facility for the first time.”

Being part of Caesars’ expansive rewards network, Columbus Casino allows guests to earn and redeem credits throughout the company’s 50+ properties in the North American continent.