Accel Entertainment, Inc. (Accel), a leading provider of full-service gaming solutions to local businesses across the U.S., announced Friday the soft opening of its first Illinois casino, Fairmount Park Casino & Racing.
Accel Entertainment Launches Fairmount Park Casino & Racing and electronic table games.Other features at Fairmount Park include new concessions, FanDuel Sportsbook, a one-mile (1.6 km) dirt oval horse-racing track, and significant upgrades to the Park’s racing infrastructure.
“We are thrilled to open our casino and showcase our park improvements, highlighting the hard work and dedication of our employees and partners,” said Vince Gabbert, Sr. VP of US Gaming and General Manager at Fairmount Park Casino & Racing.
Accel Entertainment Launches Fairmount Park Casino & RacingFairmont Park Partnered With Fifty/50 Hospitality Group
Of course, racing season begins Tuesday, April 22. Gates open to the public at 9 am, and the first race begins at 1:30 pm. Skydivers will kick off the festivities.
Accel Entertainment Launches Fairmount Park Casino & Racing“I would also like to thank Vince and his outstanding team of professionals for their dedication to getting us here. I am proud and excited about the future of Fairmount as a premier entertainment destination for the Metro East Area.”
In addition, Fairmount Park is partnering with the nationally recognized Fifty/50 Hospitality Group to develop and expand the food and beverage offerings across Fairmount. Guests will now have the opportunity to order at three new concessions.
A full-service restaurant and bar are also opening in June. The Fifty/50 Group will allow Fairmount Park the ability to cater to corporate events and casual parties as well.
