New Bally’s Las Vegas Won’t Open with Stadium • This Week in Gambling

The new Bally’s Las Vegas resort being planned is not expected to open in time for the debut of the new Athletics ballpark in 2028, according to company executives and Nevada regulatory discussions. Representatives indicated that the gaming company plans to prioritize infrastructure, retail, and entertainment areas surrounding the new Sin City stadium before moving forward with the casino resort portion of the multi-phase project.

During a recent Nevada Gaming Control Board meeting, legal counsel for the operator explained that the firm has specific obligations to complete a fair amount of infrastructure investment for opening day. This initial phase involves constructing parking garages, power systems, utilities, and a central plaza. Ensuring these foundational elements are operating smoothly for the stadium opening is the primary job for the development team before they shift focus to the broader parts of the Bally’s Las Vegas resort.

Development plans for the site have changed significantly since a master plan was submitted to Clark County in October 2024. That original proposal included three hotel towers, with the first tower scheduled for construction during the first phase. Updated renderings released in late 2025 reduced the project to two towers, and corporate leadership later confirmed that casino construction had been pushed into later phases of development. Executives stated that the company chose a slow build strategy to manage risks associated with the local market. Company representatives confirmed that while a pedestrian podium and a retail zone will be ready for the 2028 stadium opening, the casino at Bally’s Las Vegas will remain unfinished.

The company is currently targeting an earlier opening for its 500,000-square-foot retail entertainment district. Entitlement applications have been submitted to Clark County, and local officials are prepared to review them as soon as approval is granted by the Federal Aviation Administration. The federal review is required because the planned Bally’s Las Vegas towers are located close to Harry Reid International Airport, meaning the structures must be evaluated to ensure they do not interfere with aircraft navigation or pose safety hazards.

Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Stadium Authority is actively monitoring the project timeline and has requested a definitive development plan by August. Potential changes to the parking layout could force the sports franchise to build an independent garage, adding tens of millions of dollars to their budget. Stadium construction continues to advance separately, with the venue cost rising to 2.1 billion dollars. Public funding will cover a portion of the stadium expense, while the completion of the main Bally’s Las Vegas gaming property will lag behind the baseball team arrival.