Foxwoods unveils expansion plans amid 30th anniversary celebration in Connecticut

Foxwoods Resort Casino celebrated Tuesday its 30th anniversary with an event that not only included the presence of Governor Ned Lamont, and President and CEO Jason Guyot and Chairman Rodney Butler’s speeches; but also performances and a series of announcements including a new partnership, property expansion plans and other initiatives that took place on property for guests. 

Among the announcements Foxwoods made during the celebrations of its 30th anniversary, the brand confirmed the addition of a new High Stakes Bingo Hall opening this spring, and the arrival of Great Wolf Lodge at Mashantucket and the opening of their indoor waterpark, which is expected to happen in 2024. 

We are celebrating our 30th Anniversary with big announcements! 🎉 We are so excited to share our new partnership with @GreatWolfLodge. This indoor water park, family entertainment center and hotel is coming soon to Mashantucket, adding to The Wonder Of It All. pic.twitter.com/oX8sgodXfT

— Foxwoods Resort Casino (@FoxwoodsCT) February 16, 2022

Governor @GovNedLamont is taking stage! You don’t want to miss this! #Foxwoods30years pic.twitter.com/z2pxuKKUZ8

— Foxwoods Resort Casino (@FoxwoodsCT) February 15, 2022

The new High Stakes Bingo Hall opening this spring will be located in what was the Festival Casino space, and will feature over 30,000 square feet of event space with more than 2,200 seats. It will offer higher stakes Bingo games and expanded prize pools. 

A new 75,000 square foot Rainmaker Expo Center was also part of the renovations list, and will be dedicated to hosting events such as trade shows, corporate meetings and functions, as well as sporting events. A restoration of the resort’s main entrance was also announced as part of the casino’s birthday. 

Chairman Butler: “When we opened our doors 30 years ago on February 15, 1992 Foxwoods quickly became a place of celebration and delight for the millions of guests who have walked through our doors!” #Foxwoods30years pic.twitter.com/yDidLSvEdM

— Foxwoods Resort Casino (@FoxwoodsCT) February 15, 2022

Foxwoods’ guests this month will have the chance to win $200,000 in cash and prize giveaways, a double bonus slot play Friday, and will also enjoy performances by comedians Jo Koy and Jim Norton. 

As part of the continued anniversary celebrations, Foxwoods will be donating $30,000 each month to organizations “that mirror Foxwoods' values” through the end of 2022. This month, Foxwoods is donating to United Way, a non-profit focused on the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community.

It’s all about giving back! Every month Foxwoods is going to donate $30,000 to a local charity. We’re going to kick it off by donating to @UnitedWaySECT !#Foxwoods30Year pic.twitter.com/ltSiV6GKON

— Foxwoods Resort Casino (@FoxwoodsCT) February 15, 2022

On the celebration of the property’s 30 years of history, Jason Guyot, Foxwoods’ President and CEO spoke and said: “This year marks an incredible milestone for Foxwoods and the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe. Not only is it our 30th anniversary, but it is our most significant year of evolution, innovation and development for the property to date, and we’re just getting started. Since opening our doors three decades ago, we have aimed to exceed our guests’ expectations, and the future will see Foxwoods continue to trailblaze the integrated resort casino concept”. 

President and CEO Jason Guyot takes the stage! #Foxwoods30years pic.twitter.com/5a0OIdroqN

— Foxwoods Resort Casino (@FoxwoodsCT) February 15, 2022

“As we look ahead to the next chapter of Foxwoods, and as we continue to get better every year, I am proud to celebrate this milestone alongside the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, Foxwoods team members, our beloved guests and the local community. Today marks the beginning of a spectacular yearlong celebration, and we look forward to welcoming guests of all ages to experience the wonder of it all”. 

Since opening on February 15, 1992, Foxwoods Resort Casino has become a staple to the local community. To date, the property has employed thousands of regional residents and has provided more than $4 billion in slot revenue to the state. 

Foxwoods’ latest announcements come on the heels of the resort recently opening of its permanent DraftKings Sportsbook, and the newest property at Foxwoods El San Juan Casino in Puerto Rico. The casino said that more announcements will come later this year.