Nebraska's land-based casinos generate $21.1 million in revenue in April

Nebraska’s commercial casino sector recorded $21.1 million in gross gaming revenue during April, according to figures released by the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission. GGR almost tripled the $8.2 million reported in April of the previous year, a period when only one casino in the state was fully operational.

The total gross gaming revenue for April was primarily generated by electronic gaming devices, which accounted for $18.1 million. Meanwhile, electronic table games contributed $429,943, while traditional table games yielded $2 million. Revenue from retail sportsbooks reached $496,207.

Individual casino performance data indicates increases across all four facilities: WarHorse Casino Lincoln, Grand Island Casino & Resort, Harrah’s Columbus, and WarHorse Casino Omaha.

WarHorse Casino Omaha, with limited operations in April 2024, saw its revenue rise from $40,117 to $6.8 million. Harrah’s Columbus, also with limited operations during that comparative period, reported an increase from just $1,551 to $2.3 million.

Grand Island Casino & Resort experienced a revenue increase of 59.1%, moving from $3.4 million to $5.4 million. Lastly, WarHorse Casino Lincoln’s revenue grew by 33.2%, from $4.8 million to $6.4 million.

The state’s four gaming establishments collectively generated $4.2 million in tax revenue from the April gross gaming revenue.

The opening of new facilities influenced April's figures. WarHorse Casino Omaha began operations in August 2024 with 925 gaming positions, table games, and a dining establishment. A second phase of this property opened in April, adding more than 400 gaming positions, a designated smoking area, and additional dining selections.

Harrah’s Columbus Racing & Casino, the second permanent casino in Nebraska, commenced operations in May 2024, while the permanent Grand Island Casino Resort at Fonner Park opened in April of the current year.

Nebraska’s commercial casinos are co-located with racetrack facilities and offer in-person sports wagering. State law does not permit online wagering or iGaming. A legislative proposal to legalize online sports betting did not advance in April due to insufficient support.