Massachusetts Casinos

TYPES OF CASINOS IN MASSACHUSETTS

There are three casinos in Massachusetts. Two are traditional casinos that offer live table games, as well as electronic gaming machines, while the third is a racetrack casino that only offers gaming machines.

Shown below is a list of all casinos in Massachusetts. Click on a name to see a page of detailed information about that particular Massachusetts casino.

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Details on Massachusetts Casinos

Two Massachusetts casinos offer live table games, such as: craps, blackjack, roulette and baccarat; plus electronic games, such as: slot machines, video poker, and video keno. The other Massachusetts casino only offers electronic gaming machines, including electronic versions of table games such as blackjack, craps and roulette.

The minimum gambling age is 21 for casino gambling and 18 for pari-mutuel betting at the racetrack casino.

Slot Machine Payback Percentages at Massachusetts Casinos

Massachusetts Gaming regulations require casinos to have a minimum payback of 80% on all gaming machines. All Massachusetts casinos must release the payback percentages for slot machines to the public. Click here to see a full list of slot machine payback statistics for all Massachusetts casinos.

NOTE: Keep in mind if you happen to win a jackpot of $600 or more in Massachusetts, the casino will withhold 5% of your winnings to send to the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. However, you may be able to get a portion of that money refunded by filing a state income tax return. This $600 threshold applies to any cash prizes won in casino drawings and tournaments. This threshold is also held for the fair market value of non-cash prizes such as houses, cars, and trips.

History of Massachusetts Casinos

Casinos in Massachusetts were legalized in late 2011 with a bill signed by Governor Deval Patrick.

The law allowed for three casinos in three different geographic regions, plus one slot parlor. The slot parlor casino, Plainridge Park Casino, located about 40 miles southwest of Boston opened on June 24, 2015, and hosts a harness racing track.

MGM Resorts’ $1.3 billion casino was the first to secure a resort-casino license in Western Massachusetts and they opened MGM Springfield in late 2018. The second resort-casino license was awarded to the Wynn Resorts and their $2 Billion casino, Encore Boston Harbor, located in eastern Massachusetts opened on June 23, 2019. It is the closest casino to Boston.

The last and final resort-casino license for Southeastern Massachusetts (Region C) has yet to be awarded as of late-2020.

Additionally, the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe is planning to build a destination resort casino near Taunton, Massachusetts. The project named, First Light Resort & Casino is expected to open by the end of 2020. However, the project has been stalled by lawsuits that might completely stop it from being built.

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TOP THINGS TO DO IN MASSACHUSETTS

Massachusetts is filled with attractions for all kinds of tourists whether you are looking for art, colonial history, shopping, laid-back islands, serene beaches, or mouth-watering cuisines, you will find it here. The state is filled with historic landmarks, iconic buildings, and natural scenery to explore. Some of the best things to do in Massachusetts are listed below.

The Freedom Trail

This is a winding three-mile trail in Boston and includes some of the most historical attractions to explore in the United States. The trail passes through the old colonial streets and features 16 iconic monuments to explore like the graveyards and the popular Faneuil Hall which was the place where the abolitionists and revolutionaries converged in the past. The trail is quite easy to explore as it is marked by red bricks and large medallions in the ground that go all the way from the Boston Commons to the Navy Yard located in Charlestown.

The closest casino and casino with a hotel to this attraction is Encore Boston Harbor.

Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary

This sanctuary is one of the top ten whale-watching spots in the world and it also features some of the most biologically productive ocean environments in the world. The sanctuary can be found at the mouth of Massachusetts Bay and it is a great place to spot various species of whale and also marine life like harbor porpoise, Atlantic white-sided dolphins, and seals. The highlight of the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary is the humpback whales that come here each summer. Most of them are females and they bring their new calves to this sanctuary to feed and teach their calves to hunt. The best way to enjoy this attraction is by going on a guided tour where the tour guide can help to identify species and their behavior.

The closest casino and casino with a hotel to this attraction is Encore Boston Harbor.

Old Sturbridge Village

This is among the most visited tourist attraction in the state and you will feel like you stepped back in time. The village recreates life in New England and it covers about 200-acres. The village features craft shops, historic homes, mills, stores, and farm buildings that you can explore. You can see costumed interpreters demonstrate the daily tasks of blacksmiths, farmers, craftspeople, and housewives. The village features a working farm that demonstrates early farming, gardening and livestock rearing. Make sure you visit the two operating mills that make use of water power to process wool and saw timber for buildings.

The closest casino and casino with a hotel to this attraction is MGM Springfield.

Norman Rockwell Museum

Norman Rockwell is among the most beloved artists in America and his legacy is preserved in this museum filled with the largest collection of his original artworks. Located in Stockbridge, some of the highlights of the collection in this museum are Four Freedoms, Saturday Evening Post covers, and Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas. This is a great place to go if you love artworks. You should also visit some of the homes and studios of the artists in the region like Edith Wharton, Herman Melville, and Daniel Chester French.

The closest casino and casino with a hotel to this attraction is MGM Springfield.

Cape Cod Beaches

This is a long, curving peninsula that juts out into the Atlantic and protects Cape Cod Bay with its northward curve. The bay features over 560 miles of shoreline backed by dunes of waving sea grass. Most of the beaches here are crowded throughout summer but there will still be enough space for you. If you are looking for serene beaches, you can head to the quieter north shore close to Brewster or Sandwich. Cape Cod’s beaches are among the most picturesque places to visit in Massachusetts. You can also head to Cape Cod National Seashore which is a 40-mile stretch of sand and dunes. You are going to find nesting shorebirds or stroll around the Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail through the magnificent cedar woodlands.

The closest casino to this attraction is Plainridge Park Casino.

The closest casino with a hotel to this attraction is Encore Boston Harbor.

Faneuil Hall

This hall, constructed between 1740 and 1742, was given to the city as the market hall by merchant Peter Faneuil. It was originally used for public meetings by colonists protesting British taxes and other grievances. It was also used in the mid-19th century as the scene of anti-slavery meetings, speeches, and rallies. At the top floor, you will find the ancient and honorable artillery museum filled with collections like paintings of battles alongside arms and uniforms. The ground floor is surrounded by market stalls including the Quincy Market, South Market, and the North Market where the halls are filled with pushcarts, restaurants, food stalls, cafes, and shops that you can explore.

The closest casino to this attraction is Plainridge Park Casino.

The closest casino with a hotel to this attraction is Encore Boston Harbor.

How many casinos are in Massachusetts?

There are currently 3 casinos located in Massachusetts. A fourth casino is expected to open in late 2020. • First Light Resort & Casino Expected to open in late 2020 • Plainridge Park Casino • MGM Springfield • Encore Boston Harbor