Live! Casino & Hotel in Louisiana Opening on February 13

Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is opening on February 13, 2025, provided the plans pass regulatory approval in the state. It is slated to feature DraftKings-backed sports betting as a part of its services.

The Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is a $270m development in Bossier City awaiting final approval from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. The DraftKings sportsbook will be located inside the casino’s Sports & Social venue, which also features live sports broadcasts, betting kiosks, restaurants, bars, and more.

Prospective gamblers can also place bets on many different sporting events, including league games like the NFL, NBA, NCAA, and more. DraftKings’ financial results have been strong throughout Q3 2024, with the company reporting over $1bn in revenue, up 39% on the previous year.

Executive VP and GM of Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana said: “With the addition of the DraftKings Sportsbook, we are elevating the experience for sports fans, connecting them to a new level of engagement.”

DraftKings’ VP of Product Operations, Michael Kibort, added: “With a shared commitment to innovation and entertainment, our latest retail sportsbook will deliver a premier sports betting experience just in time for fans to cheer on their favorite college basketball teams during March Madness.”

It’s been an exciting month for the state of Louisiana, with the recent news of a merger between Bally’s Corporation and The Queen Casino & Entertainment. This partnership saw the two companies unite under one umbrella to joint-operate Bally’s Shreveport Casino & Hotel, The Queen Baton Rogue, and Belle of Baton. Now, they will be joined by the incoming Live! Casino & Hotel.