Seminole Tribe of Florida and celebrities usher in a ‘new era’ in Florida gaming as craps, roulette and sports betting launch at all six Seminole Casinos
Leaders of the Seminole Tribe of Florida and major celebrities have ushered in a “new era” in Florida gaming with the launch of craps, roulette and sports betting at all six Seminole Casinos, including Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee and Seminole Casino Brighton.
Seminole Tribe of Florida Chairman Marcellus Osceola Jr. and other members of the Seminole Tribal Council, plus Seminole Gaming CEO and Hard Rock International Chairman Jim Allen led the ceremonies to commemorate the start of the new games.
They were joined by Ashanti, Tony Orlando, Jimmy Johnson, Edgerrin James and Tito Ortiz at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee for the first roll of craps dice, the first spin of the roulette wheel and the first retail sports bets. Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee is located 30 minutes east of Naples.
Jimmy Johnson was joined by boxing legend Evander Holyfield for the first roll and first spin ceremony at Seminole Casino Brighton, located northwest of Lake Okeechobee.
Similar first roll, first spin and first sports bet ceremonies were held at Seminole Casinos in South Florida, including Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, as well as Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa.
The new games were made possible by the Gaming Compact signed and approved by the Seminole Tribe and the State of Florida in 2021. They join blackjack, baccarat and other casino card games, plus thousands of the latest slot machines, to round out a full complement of casino games at all six Seminole Casinos in Florida.
“The Seminole Tribe of Florida is proud to point to a new era in Florida gaming with the unveiling of our new casino games,” Osceola said. “With the addition of craps, roulette and sports betting, we now offer a full complement of casino games and we join the ranks of leading casinos around the world.”
“The entertainment, travel and tourism industries, and many more, will see positive economic impact generated from the new casino games,” said Seminole Gaming CEO Jim Allen. “They will increase tourism to Florida and boost employment in the areas surrounding the casino complexes.”
About Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee
Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee is Southwest Florida’s premier gaming and entertainment destination. Located at 506 South 1st Street in Immokalee, Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee is easily accessible to all Southwest Florida. The 51,000-square-foot casino offers 1,400 slots and 39 live table games, plus craps, roulette and sports betting, as part of a “New Era” in Florida Gaming. Dining options include the award-winning 1st Street Deli, Asian fusion restaurant Lucky Mi Noodle House, and the EE-TO-LEET-KE (“The Camp”) Grill. Seminole Casino Hotel’s nightlife is highlighted by the Zig Zag lounge, home of the Zig Zag Girlz, “where the party never ends” featuring nightly live entertainment and no last call. Additional entertainment and events are held at the Seminole Center, an indoor/outdoor special event center featuring state-of-the-art sound and lighting system. The Seminole Casino Hotel is the first upscale hotel to open in or near Immokalee and offers suites and deluxe guestrooms with modern décor and upscale features. Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee participates in the Unity Card Rewards Program whereby players earn and redeem Unity points at all Seminole Casinos in Florida. For more information, call toll-free 800-218-0007 or visit moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/SeminoleCasinoHotel/.
About Seminole Casino Brighton
Seminole Casino Brighton is a 27,000-square-foot casino with over 400 slot machines and eight live table games, Blackjack and Three Card Poker, along with high-stakes bingo action, plus craps, roulete and sports betting. Seminole Casino Brighton also features Josiah, a full service restaurant and lounge. Local live entertainment is featured weekly on Friday and Saturday nights. The casino also has an area for those who prefer to play slot machines in a smoke-free environment. Its warm and friendly staff, ultra-modern air-conditioning system, clean atmosphere, and rewarding casino promotions are a welcome alternative to big city gaming. Seminole Casino Brighton is located just west of Lake Okeechobee on the Seminole Brighton Reservation, 17735 Reservation Road, Okeechobee. For more information, call toll-free 800-360-9875 or 863-467-9998 or visit seminolebrightoncasino.com.