Expansion of Oklahoma's Golden Mesa Casino to be officially unveiled through a ribbon-cutting ceremony, costing $78 million.
Golden Mesa Casino Undergoes Major Expansion in Oklahoma
The Shawnee Tribe has recently unveiled a significant expansion of the Golden Mesa Casino in Guymon, Oklahoma, marking a substantial investment into the local economy and entertainment scene.
Expansion Details
The $78 million expansion project includes a hotel, RV park, and a significantly enlarged gaming floor. The new gaming floor spans 80,000 square feet, offering a larger space for patrons to enjoy over 1,100 electronic games and 10 table games.
Grand Opening
The grand opening ceremony took place on Friday, August 22, at 11 AM. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Shawnee Chief Ben Barnes, Shawnee Ambassador Ron Sparkman, Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby, Bill Lance (Chickasaw Nation Secretary of State), Chris Floyd (Shawnee Development President), Skip Seeley (Global Gaming Solutions CEO), Mike Shannon (Guymon City Manager), and Kim Peterson (Mayor of Guymon).
Facility Additions
The expansion also includes a new hotel, enhancing the casino's appeal as a destination for travelers. An RV park has been added to cater to visitors who prefer to camp while staying nearby, offering additional accommodation options. To further enhance the visitor experience, a full-service restaurant is now part of the expanded facility.
Indian Gaming
The expansion of the Golden Mesa Casino is associated with Indian Gaming, underscoring the Shawnee Tribe's commitment to developing and growing the gaming industry in Oklahoma.
With the expansion, the Golden Mesa Casino now boasts 99 hotel rooms and is expected to increase its daily workforce to approximately 250 employees. This expansion is set to make a positive impact on the local community and the gaming industry in Oklahoma.
The Golden Mesa Casino's expansion in Las Vegas-inspired casino-culture extends beyond Oklahoma, as it now houses a grand gaming floor of 1,100 electronic games and 10 table games, evidencing a flourishing casino-games scene. The casino-and-gambling destination is also attracting travelers with its new hotel, RV park, and full-service restaurant, which adds to the casino-culture in the region.
