BLACK RIVER FALLS, Wis. — The Ho-Chunk Nation is proud to announce the casino grand opening of Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit, marking a significant milestone in a project that has been in development since 2012.

     The grand opening of Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit will take place on October 23, 2026. During this first phase, guests will be able to enjoy the casino, Draft Pick Pub House, Black River Coffee Shop, Livewire Lounge, Food Truck Alley, and the parking garage. Guests will have plenty to enjoy on the casino floor which will be open 24 hours, including 1,300 slot machines, Blackjack, 3-Card Poker, Mississippi Stud, Ultimate Texas Hold'Em, Roulette, Craps, Baccarat, I Love Suits and Live Poker-Hold'Em.

     The development will continue into its next phase, with the hotel and convention center scheduled to open in fall of 2027, completing the full resort. Once the entire resort is completed, we aim to have approximately 1,500 employees hired to complete the Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit team.

     The Beloit area also holds historical significance for the Ho-Chunk people. Historically, the village in the Beloit area was referred to as “Keecak,” (pronounced kay-chunk); also known as turtle in the Ho-Chunk language. As we celebrate this important moment, the Ho-Chunk Nation honors that history while looking toward the future.

     “We can’t believe it’s finally happening and we are extremely excited,” said President Greendeer. “We hold so much history in this area and now we can say we hold an amazing future to share with our friends and partners in the state line region.”

     The casino grand opening will be a celebration filled with exciting entertainment, Ho-Chunk culture, special swag, and plenty of fun and excitement. Most importantly, it will be a chance to finally welcome guests into our newest gaming facility and celebrate this exciting milestone with the community.

     We’re looking forward to opening the doors and showcasing our hospitality with everyone!