“‘Bristol Casino – Future Home of Hard Rock’ is something of which Bristolians can be very proud. “We are so thankful to reach this significant project milestone, in opening the temporary casino,” said Jim McGlothlin, Chairman, The United Company, and Clyde Stacy, President, Par Ventures. Finally, we look forward to opening the permanent casino within two years and bringing the full legendary Hard Rock experience to Bristol.” We appreciate the ongoing collaboration from the Virginia Lottery. “Hard Rock’s rich and storied music legacy is a perfect fit for Bristol, the ‘Birthplace of Country Music.’ The casino’s gaming and dining amenities will make it a major entertainment destination for residents across the region. “We are excited to open the temporary casino in Bristol,” said Jon Lucas, COO of Hard Rock International.

‘Bristol Casino – Future Home of Hard Rock’ delivers the legendary vibe of the Hard Rock brand with the friendly charm of Southwest Virginia hospitality. Casino guests can enjoy the ‘Unity by Hard Rock’ loyalty program. Lucky’s, a new restaurant, Brick’d, a brick oven pizza and grab-and-go food outlet, and Bristol Bar, a sports bar and lounge with live entertainment. The space includes a main casino floor as well as non-smoking and high-limit gaming areas. ‘Bristol Casino – Future Home of Hard Rock,’ a temporary full-service casino, boasts 30,000 square feet of casino space, featuring 870 slots, 21 tables, a sportsbook, and is open to the public 7-days-a-week, 24-hours-a day, with ample parking. Bristol casino officially opens to the public at 2 p.m. As part of the ceremony, Bristol Casino presented a $100,000 donation to the United Way of Bristol TN/VA from gaming proceeds generated at July 5 and 7 casino events. A traditional ribbon cutting commemorated the official opening of the Bristol casino, with the signature Hard Rock guitar smashing occurring when the permanent casino opens.

This morning, ‘Bristol Casino – Future Home of Hard Rock’ celebrated its grand opening with a ceremony featuring Hard Rock executives and partners, state and local officials, local community members and business and civic leaders to celebrate the newest economic driver in Bristol, VA.

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