Aurora has a exciting new landmark to celebrate: the Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora officially opened to the public this week, marking the completion of a $360 million development that brings a major new entertainment destination to the city.
PENN Entertainment opened the new facility, with the grand opening celebrated on Wednesday, June 25, 2026. The project had been eagerly anticipated, and the ribbon-cutting marks a significant milestone for Aurora’s entertainment and hospitality scene.
The new Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora represents one of the largest single investments in the city in recent memory, and its opening is expected to bring jobs, visitors, and new energy to the local economy. Residents and guests from across the region now have a premier destination right in Aurora’s backyard.