Hollywood Casino
- Founded
- 1990-01-01 in Dallas, Texas, USA
- Headquarters
- 825 Berkshire Blvd, Wyomissing, PA 19610, USA (PENN Entertainment)
Hollywood Casino is a leading brand of PENN Entertainment, operating land-based casinos and a real-money online app across multiple US states. Founded in 1990, it offers slots, table games, hotels, dining, and live entertainment at properties from Missouri to Pennsylvania. The brand also manages the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre and community grant programs.
Detailed Review
History & Corporate Background
Hollywood Casino traces its roots to the Hollywood Casino Corporation, founded in 1990 in Dallas, Texas, though its legacy began earlier when the Pratt brothers purchased a Holiday Inn in Aurora, Illinois in 1967. The corporation grew by opening riverboat casinos through the 1990s before being acquired by Penn National Gaming (now PENN Entertainment) in March 2003. Since then, the brand has expanded through new developments and digital platforms.
Business Model & Revenue
Hollywood Casino generates revenue primarily from land-based casino operations, including slot machines, table games, hotel stays, dining, and live entertainment. Online, PENN Entertainment launched a standalone Hollywood Casino real-money app in 2024, offering over 700 slots, blackjack, roulette, and live dealer tables, accessible via mobile and desktop. The brand also benefits from integration with the ESPN BET platform and its parent company's extensive regional casino network.
Core Products & Brands
Land-Based Casinos – Notable properties include Hollywood Casino St. Louis (2,100 slots, 70+ tables), Hollywood Casino Bangor (1,000 slots), Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast (first resort on Mississippi Gulf Coast), Hollywood Casino at the Meadows (near Pittsburgh), Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway, and the upcoming $360 million Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora (opening June 24, 2026). Hollywood Casino Online – A standalone real-money app available in West Virginia, New Jersey, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, with exclusive titles and live dealer games. Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre – A major outdoor concert venue in St. Louis. Hollywood Casino Hotels & Resorts – Accommodation and hospitality services at select properties. Hollywood Casino Fund Grant Program – Community initiative in Wyandotte County, Kansas, funding local health and wellness projects.
Market Position & Competition
Hollywood Casino competes with other regional casino brands such as Caesars, MGM Resorts, and Boyd Gaming, as well as online platforms like DraftKings and FanDuel. Its parent company, PENN Entertainment, operates over 40 properties across North America and holds a strong position in regional gaming markets. The brand's integration with ESPN BET enhances its digital presence.
Recent Developments
In 2024, PENN Entertainment launched the Hollywood Casino app in four states. Construction of the $360 million Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora in Illinois is on schedule for a June 24, 2026 grand opening. The brand also continues to administer community grant programs, such as the 2025–2026 Hollywood Casino Fund Grant in Kansas.
Key Products
Land-Based Casinos
Brick-and-mortar gaming and entertainment destinations across the US, including properties in Missouri, Maine, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Kansas.
Hollywood Casino Online / Real-Money App
Standalone mobile and desktop gaming platform offering over 700 slots, table games, and live dealer tables, available in Pennsylvania, Michigan, New Jersey, and West Virginia.
Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Major outdoor concert venue in St. Louis, Missouri, hosting touring artists and events.
Hollywood Casino Hotels & Resorts
Accommodation and hospitality services at select casino properties, including rooms, suites, spas, and convention spaces.
Hollywood Casino Fund Grant Program
Community initiative in Wyandotte County, Kansas, distributing funds for local health and wellness projects.
Recent News
Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Surpasses $7bn in FY2025-26 as June Figures Slip 1.7%
Pennsylvania's total gaming revenue for fiscal year 2025-2026 broke the $7bn barrier for the first time, rising 9.6%, though June revenue dipped 1.7% to $535.3m. iGaming led the annual gains with an 18.4% increase to $2.9bn, while sports wagering surged 36% despite a June slump.
2026-07-17
Alberta iGaming Market Launches as bet365, BetRivers, and theScore Bet Go Live; Prediction Markets and Pennsylvania Revenue Set Records
Alberta's regulated iGaming market launched on July 13, 2026, with bet365, BetRivers, theScore Bet, and over 15 other operators going live, while Pennsylvania posted record gaming revenue of $7.01 billion and prediction markets captured 27% of U.S. World Cup betting volume.
2026-07-14
Kansas Casino Revenue Holds Steady in June with Minor Decline
Kansas casino revenue in June was nearly unchanged year-over-year at $34m, with Hollywood Casino leading the market. For the fiscal year ending June 30, total revenue grew 3.1% to $431.6m.
2026-07-10