served as the architectural partner, while Flintco of Springdale was the construction contractor. (News Release) Oaklawn Racing and Gaming today announced plans to build an expansion project in excess of 100 million that includes the construction of a high-rise hotel, multi-purpose event center, a larger gaming area, and additional on-site parking. Oaklawn has also placed a food court with three different dining options – Big Al’s, Perc’s and a New York-style deli.ĭuring the project, HGB Design of Memphis, Tenn. There is also a bar outside the gaming center, called the First Turn, as well as a fine dining restaurant called The Bugler. The expanded gaming center has more than 1,500 slot machines and 33 gaming tables, and there is a new High Limits section which has 80 slot machines, three high-limit blackjack tables, a private outdoor patio and a private bar. Currently, the spa is not open.Ĭasino gaming has expanded with this project, although the casino opened in early 2020. This facility will feature a needle shower, infrared sauna and a Himalayan Salt wall. As part of the expansion project, Oaklawn is also constructing a new spa center, called the Astral Spa.

Oaklawn casino expansion