Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas will open a 7,300-square-foot non-smoking gaming area on Monday, August 24. The new venue is situated near the William Hill Sportsbook and will house 224 recently installed slot machines and table games.
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The enclosed space includes a dedicated bar and features the resort's latest gaming hardware. General Manager Kevin Glass stated that player requests consistently highlighted the need for expanded smoke-free options. He noted that the addition aligns with the property's recent recognition as one of the country's luckiest casinos, providing additional space for gameplay. A ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the official launch is scheduled for Tuesday, September 1.IGT Celebrity Charity Slot Challenge
The September 1 event will host the inaugural Spin It Forward IGT Celebrity Charity Slot Challenge. Ten Southern Nevada organizations, including Heaven Can Wait Animal Society, the UNLV Chapter of Advancing Indigenous Science & Engineering Society, and Proud to Rescue Benevolent Fund, will participate. The San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority will contribute $2,500 to each charity, while IGT will supply $1,000 in slot play credits. Organizations may accept the guaranteed $1,000 or assign a celebrity participant to play on their behalf for a potential increase in funds.Earlier this month, Nevada gaming regulators reported a revenue increase for June, marking year-on-year growth for the current fiscal year.