Discover what’s next for Bally’s Chicago and the vision behind one of the city’s most anticipated developments. Explore answers to frequently asked questions about the future resort and casino, planned entertainment, dining, hotel accommodations, community benefits, and more. This page will continue to evolve as new announcements, project updates, and future plans are unveiled.
Bally's Chicago is a new entertainment and resort destination being developed along the Chicago River in River West. The 30-acre property will feature a 500-room hotel, casino, restaurants, bars, retail offerings, a 3,000-seat theater, public riverfront spaces and more, creating a new destination for residents and visitors.
Bally's Chicago is located at 777 West Chicago Avenue in Chicago's River West neighborhood. The resort is being built on the former Tribune Publishing site along the Chicago River.
Bally's Chicago is expected to open in early 2027, with grand opening activities and resort operations scheduled to begin during the first quarter of 2027.
The resort is being developed on approximately 30 acres and will include a 500-room hotel, a 250,000-square-foot casino, nearly 700,000 square feet of dining, retail and entertainment space, and extensive public amenities along the Chicago River.
Bally's Chicago is expected to feature approximately 500 guest rooms, including 100 suites, within its signature hotel tower. The tower is planned to rise approximately 36 stories along the Chicago River.
Bally's Chicago will feature more than 3,200 slot machines, over 175 table games and live poker, along with a world-class sportsbook. Guests will also have access to private gaming salons and a dedicated VIP lounge.
Yes. Bally's Chicago will include a world-class sportsbook as part of its gaming and entertainment experience.
Bally's Chicago is expected to feature more than 30 dining and bar venues, including restaurants, rooftop dining experiences, rooftop bars and lounges. Dining concepts will be developed in partnership with Levy Restaurants.
Yes. Bally's Chicago will include a state-of-the-art entertainment venue with seating for approximately 3,000 guests, designed to host a variety of live performances and events.
In addition to gaming, Bally's Chicago will offer live entertainment, dining, nightlife, shopping and public gathering spaces. The resort will feature a 3,000-seat theater, a nightclub, rooftop venues and retail experiences.
Yes. Plans for Bally's Chicago include a world-class spa, fitness center and rooftop pool as part of the resort's guest amenities.
Yes. Bally's Chicago is expected to include approximately 50,000 square feet of convention and event space for meetings, conferences and special events.
The development is planned to include more than 3,000 on-site parking spaces to accommodate resort guests, visitors and event attendees.
The resort will feature a two-acre riverfront park and approximately 2,000 feet of new riverwalk space along the Chicago River, creating accessible public areas for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Bally Rewards is Bally's loyalty program that allows guests to earn points and benefits based on their play. Rewards can be redeemed for exclusive perks, bonus play and other experiences at participating Bally's properties.
Bally's Chicago combines a large-scale casino resort, luxury accommodations, entertainment venues, dining, nightlife, retail and public riverfront amenities in one destination. The project is designed to create a year-round gathering place along the Chicago River for both residents and visitors.
Yes. Bally's currently operates Chicago's temporary casino at the historic Medinah Temple while construction of the permanent resort continues.
You can stay informed about Bally's Chicago by visiting the official website, following Bally's Chicago on social media and signing up for updates as new announcements become available. Instagram, Facebook and X are all available at @ballyschicago.
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