Indiana's riverboat casino era ends as Caesars opens new land-based venue
A major change is coming to Indiana's casino scene. The Horseshoe Southern Indiana riverboat will close its doors on December 9, 2019, ending over two decades of gaming on the Ohio River. Just three days later, a brand-new land-based casino under the Caesars brand will open nearby, promising a fresh experience for visitors. The existing Horseshoe Southern Indiana riverboat has operated since 1998, offering 1,556 slot machines and 103 table games across four floors. In October 2019 alone, it reported gross revenues of nearly $16 million and generated $14.2 million in taxes through the first ten months of the year. But after December 9, the Glory of Rome riverboat—part of the same operation—will shut down permanently, with the vessel now listed for sale.
The new Caesars Southern Indiana casino will replace the riverboat with a modern, single-level gaming space of over 80,000 square feet. It will feature slightly more than 1,200 slot machines, 70 table games, and 16 poker tables. Beyond gaming, the 110,000-square-foot complex will include entertainment and dining areas under one roof. To mark the transition, Caesars plans 100 days of giveaways and prize events starting in 2020. The company, which operates 54 land-based casinos across the US, will now add this Indiana location to its portfolio, joining Horseshoe Hammond as its second property in the state.
The shift from riverboat to land-based casino will bring a larger, more streamlined gaming experience to southern Indiana. With fewer machines but a more modern layout, the new venue aims to attract visitors with its expanded amenities. The closure of the Glory of Rome after 21 years also signals the end of an era for riverboat gaming in the region.
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