List of casinos in Illinois

7 casinos in Illinois — full list from Illinois Gaming Board

Illinois Gaming Board commercial casinos outside the Chicagoland visitor zone (Chicago metro + Rockford). Fairmount Park racino, tribal casinos, video gaming terminals and online brands are not included.

Registry sourcesIGB — Casino Table Game / EGD Summary (July 2026 averages) · as of Jul 31, 2026

Biggest floors in IllinoisSlots, tables, poker, square feet — each count sourced Oldest casinos still open in IllinoisRanked by documented opening year — closed venues excluded Smoke-free floors in IllinoisStatute-backed list — separate from state law table

Gambling in Illinois is regulated by the Illinois Gaming Board. You must be 21 or older to enter the gaming floor.

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Illinois casinos with table games

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Sorted by table games — registry count

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Race & sports books

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Vegas racing is a book desk, not a street hippodrome. Some books keep their own NGCB location ID; the largest destination books often sit on the casino licence.

Sportsbook shortlist Race book shortlist

Largest books on the casino licence

No separate NGCB desk row — the race & sports floor is on the host casino file.

Areas

Alton · 1 casino
Carterville · 1 casino
Danville · 1 casino
East Peoria · 1 casino
East St. Louis · 1 casino
Metropolis · 1 casino
Rock Island · 1 casino

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many casinos are in Illinois?

Illinois has 7 casinos, according to the market’s official registry (Illinois Gaming Board). Illinois Gaming Board commercial casinos outside the Chicagoland visitor zone (Chicago metro + Rockford). Fairmount Park racino, tribal casinos, video gaming terminals and online brands are not included.

What is the list of casinos in Illinois?

The 7 casinos in Illinois: DraftKings at Casino Queen, Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino, Harrah's Metropolis Casino, Bally's Quad Cities Casino & Hotel, Walker's Bluff Casino Resort, Golden Nugget Danville, and Argosy Casino Alton. Open any name for hours, table and slot counts with sources.

Where does the Illinois casino list come from?

From IGB — Casino Table Game / EGD Summary (July 2026 averages). Every count on a casino card cites its report and a check date; review-site scores are not used.

What is the gambling age in Illinois?

You must be 21 or older to enter a gaming floor in Illinois. Carry a valid government-issued photo ID.