After many years of waiting, Petersburg, Virginia, will welcome its first major casino project. The temporary Live! Casino Virginia is set to open on January 22, 2026, marking a significant step in the city's transformation into a casino entertainment destination, with the project currently awaiting final state approval.
Temporary Facility Scale and Employment Opportunities
This temporary casino covers about 75,000 square feet, which is quite substantial, and will be equipped with 900 slot machines and 33 gambling tables, along with a bar and fast food area. The developers expect to create 500-580 jobs, including about 100 dealers. Recruitment is already underway, and casino executives say the team is going all out to ensure the opening goes as scheduled.
Permanent Resort Planning and Economic Benefits
The temporary facility is just the first step; a $1.4 billion permanent resort began construction in March and is expected to be completed by 2027. This large complex will include a 200-room hotel, a 3,000-person performance venue, and nearly 20 dining establishments. The gambling area will be significantly expanded to 1600 slot machines and over 60 gambling tables. The project is estimated to bring in an economic benefit of $204 million annually—specific analyses of the casino's economic impact are available on the PASA official website for reference.
Strategic Significance for Regional Development
Last November, over 80% of local voters supported the project, while similar proposals were previously rejected twice in Richmond, making Petersburg the fifth authorized casino city in Virginia. Located beside Interstate 95, developers candidly state that previously tourists just drove through, but now this location will become a destination choice for them, which will indeed have a significant impact on the regional economic landscape.
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