Casinos in Kansas

Jane Shaw By Jane Shaw Editor at Casinos.US Updated: January 16, 2024
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Kansas Casino Map - List of Gambling Locations

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The Best Casinos in Kansas

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The Biggest Casino in Kansas

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Are There Indian Casinos in Kansas?

Indian casinos are gambling establishments that operate on tribal land and are regulated by the 1988 Indian Gaming Regulatory Act. These entities offer a fun and unique gambling experience to punters, and of the 501 currently open in North America, five are located in the state of Kansas.

Kansas Indian Casino

Racino

Put simply, racino are establishments that combine a racetrack with other forms of casino gameplay. This type of resort accounts for one of Kansas’ casinos, and it’s definitely capable of offering an immersive and real-time betting experience unlike any other!

Are There Cruise Ship or Riverboat Casinos in Kansas?

Riverboat and cruise ship casinos are establishments that are based on the waterfront, and there are more than 60 dotted across six US states. You won’t find any in the state of Kansas, however, so you’ll need to make do with the location’s meld of commercial, Indian and racino resorts.

Full Kansas Casino List

Eight cities boast casino resorts in Kansas, with Kansas City the location to feature more than one establishment. Of the nine land-based casinos in Kansas, it’s interesting to note that none are in the capital of Topeka, but this ensures a good spread of establishments throughout the state.

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7th Street Casino 777 N 7th St Trfy, Kansas City, 66101 Indian Casino
Hollywood Casino 777 Hollywood Casino Blvd, Kansas City, 66111 Racinos
Boot Hill Casino & Resort 4000 W Comanche St, Dodge City, 67801 Commercial
Casino White Cloud 777 Jackpot Dr, White Cloud, 66094 Indian Casino
The Golden Eagle 1121 Goldfinch Rd, Horton, 66439 Indian Casino Kansas City
Kansas Crossing Hotel and Casino 1275 South Highway 69 Country, Pittsburg, 66762 Commercial
Kansas Star Casino 777 Kansas Star Drive, Mulvane, 67110 Commercial
Prairie Band 12305 150th Rd, Mayetta, 66509 Indian Casino
Sac and Fox Casino 1322 US-75, Powhattan, 66527 Indian Casino
 

Expected New Casinos

At present, there are no immediate plans to build new casino resorts in the state of Kansas. However, the renowned gambling brand Twin River Worldwide Holdings Inc. recently acquired the old Isle of Capri Casino in Kansas City, and is set to invest $61 million in renovating and reopening this resort.

Gambling in Kansas

Kansas Gambling Topics Gambling Facts for Kansas
Number of Casinos 9
Casino Types Commercial, Indian, Racino
Casino Games Offered Slots, Table Games, Poker tables, Poker Cash and Poker Tournaments, Dice Games, Lottery Games, On-track Horse Betting,
Age 21+ to bet with cash (except at the Golden Eagle casino, where the people aged 18+ can wager),
Smoking Yes/No*, *Smoking inside is prohibited but there are external smoking areas in each Kansas casino
Drinking Yes/No*, *Drinking while playing is allowed, but no free alcoholic drinks are served
Opening Hours
24/7 , Some casinos are closed on Easter and Christmas. Check the brands pages for more info
Betting Limit $0.01 minimum, no maximum limit imposed.
Taxation of Winnings Yes/No, for additional details click here

Casino Games in Kansas

In the following section, we’ll take a closer look at the full range of casino games available in Kansas, from video slots and poker to table games and lotteries! We’ll also try to provide you with as much information as possible as punters!

Slot
  • Colossal Wizards
  • Li’l Red
  • Spartacus Gladiator of Rome
  • Forbidden Dragons
  • Queen of the Wild II
  • Lazer Lock Ice Sapphire
  • 8663 Slot Machines
  • Types: Traditional Reel, Video Reel, Video Poker Free Slot Tournaments
  • Slot Providers: Igt, WMS Gaming
Casino Poker
  • Let it Ride
  • Flop Poker
  • Limit Hold ‘em
  • No Limit Hold ‘em
  • Mississippi Stud

Additional DetailsThere is a total of 28 poker rooms in Kansas, with poker games available at seven of the nine licensed establishments

Poker Cash and Poker Tournaments
  • Crazy 4 Poke
  • Fortune Pai Gow
  • Sharp Shooter
  • Razz
  • Limit Hold ‘em
  • NL Hold ‘em
Roulette
  • American Roulette
  • European Roulette

Additional DetailsThere are no French roulette games available in Kansas

Blackjack
  • Any 2 Card Blackjack
  • Spanish 21
  • Hand-Held Deck
  • Shoe Game
  • Single Deck
  • Double Deck

Additional DetailsYou Can Do Side Bets: Match the Dealer 21+3, Dealer must stand on a soft 17

Dice Games
  • Craps
  • Sic Bo
  • Hazard
  • Chuck-A-Luck
Lottery Games
  • Keno
  • 75 Ball Bingo
  • 90 Ball Bingo
  • Daily Lotto Draws
  • Mini Lottos
  • Scratchers
Other Games
  • Electronic Craps
  • Electronic Blackjack
  • Electronic Roulette
  • Electronic 3-Card Poker
Sports Betting
  • Illegal in Kansas

Gambling Legal Situation in Kansas

When was casino gambling legalized in Kansas?
Casino gambling has been legal in Kansas since 1986, when the state electorate voted to amend Article 15, Section 3b of the Kansas Constitution and regulate various types of gaming.
Online gambling
The state authorities in Kansas have yet to legalise online gambling in Kansas or sports betting, but there are currently two bills circulating in the legislature. One of these has been passed by the Senate, although it has yet to be finalized and passed into law.
What is the legal gambling age in Kansas?
Players aged 18 and over can play the state lottery in Kansas and visit the Golden Eagle casino. However, the official minimum age to bet in Kansas casinos is 21.
Can you smoke in Kansas Casinos?
While you cannot smoke on-site at a Kansas casino, each resort has outdoor areas that are designated for smoking.
Horse racing / Off-Track betting
On-track pari-mutuel horse race wagering is legal in Kansas, both on and off-track. This means that you can place wagers remotely and on site at the Hollywood Casino resort.
Dog racing / Off-Track betting
On-track wagering is also permitted on greyhound racing, with this activity regulated by the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission (KRGC). However, pari-mutuel betting in this sport has not taken place in the state since 2008.
Kansas charitable gaming
Charitable gambling is currently permitted and regulated by the Kansas Department of Revenue, with specific bingo games often used to raise money for good causes.
Other legal restrictions
Aside from the various age and legal restrictions referenced earlier, there are no additional legal restrictions that you’ll need to keep in mind.

Taxation of Winnings

Like most US states, Kansas applies a basic 5% on all gambling winnings (in addition to the existing Federal tax rate of 24%). However, this only applies to prizes of $5,000 or more, and winnings worth less than this sum will only be subject to the Federal tax levy.

Prize ($) $5000 or more in casino or lottery winnings (any prize) Kansas Gross Income Tax (%)24% federal tax plus a 5% state levy
Prize ($) Less than $5000 in casino or lottery winnings (any prize) Kansas Gross Income Tax (%)A 24% federal tax only

Kansas Gambling Laws

Some forms of gambling in Kansas are legal and some are not. Learn more about the gambling laws for Kansas here.

History

Kansas has a rich gambling heritage, starting with the iconic saloons and poker houses of the Old West and continuing to this very day. As a result, most forms of wagering are legal in the state, although it has a complex history when appraising and passing gambling-friendly laws.

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history-kansas-img2.jpg The Golden Eagle casino in Horton (owned by the Kickapoo Tribe) was the first to open its doors in Kansas, with the Indian establishment having officially launched in May 1996.
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  • 1800 – 1974 At the heart of Kansas in the famous Dodge City, which was renowned as the primary frontier settlement in the Old West. Make no mistake; the saloons of Dodge City were dangerous places to be at the turn of the 19th century, with poker and dice games such as Hazard (which remain popular to this day) taking centre stage. Gradually, the majority of gambling games were prohibited over the course of the next 100 years or more, but this trend began to change when the state legalised charitable gaming and social games like bingo.

  • 1974 – 1987 The next 12 years were busy for regulators, and by 1986 Kansas voters had elected to amend Article 15, Section 3b of the Constitution and permit pari-mutuel horse and dog racing. The following year, Kansas approved and rolled out its first state lottery, with tickets being sold in 21 cities and generating an impressive $7 million before the end of 1987.

  • 1987 – Present In 1995 (and following the rollout of the 1988 Indian Gaming Regulatory Act), a deal was reached to open four new casinos on tribal land. There are now five Indian casinos operating within state boundaries. The 2007 Expanded Lottery Act also allowed for the development of up to four commercial casinos and racinos with immediate effect, and despite some legislative challenges, these resorts have all opened over the course of the last decade.

Upcoming Changes in the Gambling Regulation

With no remaining offline gambling licenses available, all eyes have turned to online and mobile wagering in Kansas. As we’ve already said, one of the two existing bills is now in the Senate, and some hope that sports betting could be legal in the state by 2021.

Kansas Casino Resorts and Trips

While not all resorts in Kansas offer accommodation, there are a select number that do. There are also a selection of trips and packages available to visitors at any given time, and we’ve broken these down in further detail below. If you want to travel out of state, then have a look at all of the other great casinos in the US.

Casino Resorts

Prairie Band
Number of Rooms297
Price Range ($)89 – 169
Special Packages"Special Players Club discounts", "Special Players Club events"
Additional ServicesOn-site parking Gas Station RV Park
Kansas Crossing Hotel and Casino
Number of Rooms123
Price Range ($)99 – 149
Special Packages"Dynamyte Club", "Birthday Rewards", "Priority Reservations"
Additional ServicesOn-site parking
Boot Hill
Number of Rooms108
Price Range ($)99 – 139
Special Packages"Players Club Discounts"
Additional ServicesOn-site parking Gift Shop

Casino Trips

Village Tours  Visit Website
  • Boot Hill Casino
  • Day trip & Overnight packages
Prairie Brand Casino and Resort  Visit Website
  • Prairie Brand Casino
  • $30 in cash (incl. a stay over the third Monday of each month)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I ban myself from casinos in Kansas?

If you’ve experienced issues with problem gambling, you may want to participate in the voluntary self-exclusion scheme ran by the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission. In this case, you’ll need to complete an application form at a Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission office.

How much taxes do casinos in Kansas pay?

Kansas’ commercial casinos are required by statute to pay a minimum tax rate of 27% on all gaming revenue, including a nominal 22% levy to the state. The same taxes and levies don’t apply to casinos based on native lands.

About Kansas

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Capital Topeka 
Largest Cities Wichita, Kansas City, Overland Park 
Size 213,096 km² 
Population 2.913 million 
Time Zone GMT-5 
Abbreviation KS