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Aurora’s New Casino‑Hotel: A Fresh Spot for Games, Food and Relaxation
Aurora, IL, USAFriday, June 26, 2026
Opening Day: June 24
Location: Farnsworth Avenue, Aurora (across from Chicago Premium Outlets)
Investment: $360 million upgrade
🎰 Gaming Floor Highlights
- 1,000+ high‑tech video slots & poker machines
- 50+ table games: blackjack, craps, roulette, baccarat
- Sportsbook with a massive TV screen, interactive wagering kiosks
🍽️ Dining & Food Hall
| Venue | Description |
|---|---|
| Sorella by Giada (Giada De Laurentiis & PENN) | Upscale Italian steakhouse, 170 seats, indoor/outdoor |
| Boulevard Food & Drink Hall | Chicago favorites: Antique Taco, Pretty Cool Ice Cream, Five50 Pizza, Lucky Goat (Stephanie Izard), Tabo Sushi (Takashi Yagihashi), Urbanbelly. Patio with fire pit. |
| Casual Sportsbar | Burgers, wings, sandwiches, shareable plates + craft beers & cocktails |
| Red Lotus Asian Kitchen | Made‑to‑order noodles & Southeast Asian dishes, open kitchen |
| Bar & Vine | 110 seats, live performances |
📈 Economic Impact
- PENN Entertainment invested $500 million+ in Chicagoland over the last 3 years
- Created jobs & boosted local tax revenue
- Aurora: key to PENN’s commitment to hospitality, entertainment, community
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