2018 Gaming Guide

Deal ’em up

Two girls playing the slot machines at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
Treasure Island Resort & Casino

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For a fun night out or a weekend getaway, look no further than Minnesota’s casinos for endless gaming options, live entertainment, excellent dining, and convenient locations. We’ve highlighted some of the best casinos around the state, where guests win big and the fun never stops.

Treasure Island Resort & Casino

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Located along the Mississippi River between the historic towns of Hastings and Red Wing, Treasure Island Resort & Casino is just 40 minutes from the Twin Cities. The resort offers a wide range of gaming options, seven dining options, a full-service salon and spa, golf course, and year-round concerts and performances.

Gaming

Treasure Island’s gaming options include more than 2,000 slot machines; video poker and keno machines; blackjack; poker; bingo; and specialty table games like Fortune Pai Gow, free bet blackjack, and TriLux.

A concert at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
Treasure Island Resort & Casino

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Family-friendly Entertainment

Turn your stay at Treasure Island into an action-packed adventure for the whole family. Make some waves at The Lagoon indoor water park, get the ball rolling at the 24-lane Island Xtreme Bowl, or challenge your kids to the ultimate game night at Cyber Quest arcade. Dig in to Treasure Island’s onsite-restaurants, including upscale dining at Tado Steakhouse, gourmet dishes at Currents Restaurant, and buffet-style eats at Tradewinds. Enjoy concerts all summer long at the new amphitheater with John Fogerty and ZZ Top on June 29, the annual Island Block Party including a carnival and fireworks in July, Steve Martin and Martin Short on August 10, Kid Rock on August 11, and Lady Antebellum and Darius Rucker on August 31. 

Exciting Changes

With the opening of the new Wolf Towers, Treasure Island is now the second largest hotel in Minnesota. The seven and eight story towers opened at the end of 2017 and provide a striking exterior and a sleek, modern interior for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Visitors can also camp out at Treasure Island’s 95-site RV park and 137-slip marina. For more summer fun, book a cruise on Spirit of the Water, the 100-passenger yacht, and set sail down the Mississippi.

5734 Sturgeon Lake Road, Welch, MN 55089, 800-222-7077 | ticasino.com

A horse race at Running Aces Casino & Racetrack in Columbus, Minnesota.
Running Aces Casino & Racetrack

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Running Aces Casino & Racetrack

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One of the metro’s closest casinos, Running Aces Casino & Racetrack is located 25 minutes north of the Twin Cities in Columbus. The casino offers a 24-hour, smoke-free card room, as well as seasonal horse races, a trout fishing pond, and live entertainment. This summer, Running Aces will host Trilogy, the ultimate classic rock tribute festival on August 3, and the patriotic Cruise for Troops in September.

Table Games

Running Aces offers a variety of table games, including $1 blackjack, single and double deck blackjack, free bet blackjack, Pai Gow Poker, EZ Baccarat, Mississippi Stud, three-card poker, four-card poker, and Texas Hold ‘Em. Texas Hold ’Em tournaments are hosted daily, and on Monday nights, visitors can play in a free tournament with a $2,000 prize pool.

People playing blackjack at Running Aces Casino & Racetrack.
Running Aces Casino & Racetrack

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Something for Everyone

With its limitless entertainment, Running Aces is perfect for a date night or an evening out with friends. Admission to the horse races is free all summer long, so bring the family and enjoy a delicious meal, cold drinks, and a great view of the races.

15201 Running Aces Boulevard, Columbus, MN 55025, 651-925-4600 | runaces.com

The exterior of Prairie's Edge casino in Granite Falls, Minnesota.
Prairie’s Edge

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Prairie’s Edge

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Known as Minnesota’s friendliest casino, Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort in Granite Falls offers everything you need for an ideal getaway. Visitors enjoy 24-hour gaming action with more than 1,000 of the hottest video slot machines, classic coin games, and blackjack.

Relax in Style

Guests are invited to relax in the resort’s 160 luxurious hotel rooms and suites and the 55-unit Prairie View RV Park and Campground. Unwind in the pool area featuring an indoor pool, wading pool, hot tub, sauna, and fitness center. Taste delicious cuisine in the Meadows Buffet & Restaurant, grab a quick bite at the Wotapi Deli, or sip refreshing cocktails in the Firefly Lounge.

Two girls playing the slot machines at Prairie's Edge casino in Granite Falls, Minnesota.
Prairie’s Edge

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Events for All Occasions

Whether you’re holding a trade show, wedding reception, or reunion, host your next event at the 20,000-square-foot Prairie’s Edge Convention Center. The convention center also hosts big name entertainment in the 1,000-plus concert seating, including the World Champion Elvis Tribute on June 10, The Oak Ridge Boys on August 2, and the Upper Sioux Community Wacipi August 3-5.

5616 Prairies Edge Lane, Granite Falls, MN 56241, 320-564-2121 | prairiesedgecasino.com