New Orleans casino winnings up 30.8% in February, here's why
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New Orleans gambling halls had a 30.8% hike in revenue in February compared to the year before, as all of the local gaming properties saw their business increase by double-digit percentages.
The three riverboats, Harrah's land-based casino and slots at the Fair Grounds s brought in $47.2 million in February, according to figures released last week by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. That compares to $36.1 million in winnings during February 2021.
A hard freeze around Mardi Gras 2021 caused several riverboats around the state to close for as long as three days. The casinos that remained open the whole time had fewer customers because of icy roads and closed bridges.
Winnings at Louisiana’s state regulated casinos were up 30.4% in February compared to the year before. The 13 riverboat casinos, four racinos and Harrah’s brought in $197 million during the month, compared to $151.1 million in February 2021.
