Magna Entertainment is pleased to announce the opening of the Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino slots facility. The new casino facility offers guests access to 516
slot machines,
Gulfstream Park Casino is now open! as well as
poker.
While slot operations commenced on November 15, 2006, the official launch of the casino will occur in connection with an invitation-only gala event later today.
"We are very excited to be open and this is the culmination of a great effort from many dedicated and tireless people", said Gulfstream Park President and General Manager Paul Micucci. "We want Gulfstream to be the premier entertainment facility in South Florida and we think we are well on our way "
The casino will operate on a seven-day-a-week schedule. Hours will be noon-midnight Sundays through Thursdays and 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Poker will be available Thursdays through Mondays.
All other entertainment venues at Gulfstream Park, including simulcasting, The Chase, the Latin nightclub Serenata and the Ten Palms buffet will open on November 17, 2006.
Gulfstream Park, which opened in 1939, is located on approximately 255 acres of land in the cities of Hallandale and Aventura, between Miami and Ft. Lauderdale in Florida. Gulfstream Park runs a thoroughbred racing meet each winter which is highlighted by the Florida Derby for three year olds. In January 2006, Gulfstream Park opened its race meet with significant modifications and enhancements to its racing surfaces and a new dirt and turf racetrack, featuring a 1 1/8-mile main track and one-mile turf course were opened. Gulfstream Park also boasts a new modern clubhouse/grandstand offering an array of restaurants and entertainment facilities.