Harrah’s Oklahoma to open on April 9 as joint venture between Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma and Caesars
First phase of Harrah’s Oklahoma to include 1,000 slot machines and 12 table games
Harrah’s Oklahoma, located in Lincoln County between Tulsa and Oklahoma City, is all set to open on April 9, 2026, as the first casino owned by the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma but managed by Caesars Entertainment.
Located along historic Route 66, Harrah’s Oklahoma will offer guests a Las Vegas-style gaming, dining and entertainment experience in the Sooner state. The destination will feature a dynamic casino floor with 12 table games, 1,000 slot machines, a high-limit gaming area, multiple restaurants and bars and plans for a future on-site hotel and expanded entertainment space.
“This opening has been years in the making, and we’re so excited to be in the home stretch before opening our doors and sharing the Harrah’s experience with the community,” said Joe Scibetta, SVP and general manager of Harrah’s Oklahoma. “Harrah’s Oklahoma delivers the full Caesars Entertainment experience while introducing a new destination designed to feel modern, vibrant and fun.”
As part of Caesars Entertainment’s renowned portfolio of destinations, Harrah’s Oklahoma will allow guests to earn and redeem Caesars Rewards credits, the industry’s leading loyalty program, at properties nationwide, including Las Vegas, Atlantic City, New Orleans, Lake Tahoe and more.
For the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, the development marks a significant step forward in economic growth and community investment.
“This partnership represents an exciting new chapter for the Iowa Tribe,” said Jake Keyes, Chairman of the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma. “Harrah’s Oklahoma will create employment and economic growth opportunities, support local businesses and strengthen our ability to reinvest in education, infrastructure and essential services for our people. We are proud to welcome this destination to our land and to the broader Oklahoma community.”
Beyond entertainment, Harrah’s Oklahoma is expected to generate significant economic impact, including the creation of more than 300 new jobs across gaming, hospitality, food and beverage, facilities, security and administrative operations. Additional hiring events are planned in the coming weeks to support ongoing recruitment efforts.
Further announcements regarding the hiring events, the property’s dining concepts, entertainment offerings and grand opening celebrations will be released ahead of the April debut.
A second phase will add a hotel. The casino will increase economic growth and community investment in the region, allowing for the reinvestment of revenue into education, infrastructure, and essential services for the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma.
