Bally’s Marquette is set to debut its new permanent landside facility in Iowa on March 13, featuring a grand opening ceremony with live music, a ribbon-cutting event and various other surprises for attendees.
The original riverboat casino built a legacy on the Mississippi River, but underwent a $26.2m transformation to launch the new landside property in Marquette, Iowa.
“The official transformation to Bally’s Marquette represents a defining moment for our team, guests and the community,” Bally’s Marquette VP and GM Robin Corbeil said.
“With our move ashore complete, Bally’s Marquette delivers a modern gaming experience, expanded dining offerings and a welcoming atmosphere that honors our riverfront roots while positioning us for the future.”
According to Bally’s Corporation, the development of its new Marquette facility has created nearly 80 jobs in the local community, as well as strengthened its investment in regional tourism and economic development.
Bally’s Marquette is set to feature over 400 slot machines and electronic table games (ETGs), live blackjack, ultimate Texas hold’em and a sportsbook. Food and beverage offerings at the property will include the 1994 Sports Bar, Sidecar Bar, Benchfront Coffee and Riverside Grill.
The multi-year transformation helps launch Bally’s presence in northeast Iowa, as it looks to build Bally’s Marquette into a premier destination across the tri-state area.
On February 26, Boyd Gaming Corporation entered into a definitive agreement to sell Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino in Shreveport, Louisiana to Bally’s, with the transaction expected to close during the third quarter of 2026.
Located adjacent to Bally’s Shreveport Casino & Hotel, the property includes a 29,000 sq ft casino with 750 slot machines, 14 table games, a 514-room hotel, multiple restaurants, a live entertainment venue and convention and meeting space.
Intralot launched a new brand identity for its North American business on March 11, proceeding under the Bally’s Intralot brand as the company continues integrating assets acquired from the operator
