In Virginia, Hard Rock International announced its temporary casino, Bristol Casino−Future Home of Hard Rock, will open July 8 at 500 Gate City Highway. The temporary facility will offer 30,000 square feet of gaming space with 900 slots, 20 tables, a sportsbook and non-smoking and high-limit gaming areas. The venue also will include a Hard Rock retail store, restaurant, grab-and-go food outlet, sports bar and lounge and smoking sports lounge. The facility will create 600 jobs.
Jon Lucas, chief operating officer at Hard Rock International, said, “We are excited to open the casino and welcome guests. As Virginia’s first casino, Bristol Casino−Future Home of Hard Rock will be a wonderful addition to the Hard Rock global portfolio of dining, hotel and entertainment properties.”
Allie Evangelista, president at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol, said, “I cannot wait to open the doors on July 8 for our temporary casino in Bristol. We continue to hire new team members daily and are working hard to fill remaining positions. Visitors will be thrilled to enjoy fantastic gaming and dining opportunities at our new property.”
