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The Biggest Casinos in Massachusetts

Are There Indian Casinos in Massachusetts?

Indian casinos are defined as gambling establishments that are built on tribal land, and there are such entities located throughout the US. However, none of these are based in Massachusetts, so you’ll have to connect yourself with the state’s two commercial resorts and single racino.

Racinos

Put simply, a racino is a combined racetrack and casino, and one that often hosts live events and on-track betting. Plainridge Park is the sole racino located in Massachusetts, with this offering a genuinely immersive wagering experience and one exciting night out!

Are There Cruise Ship or Riverboat Casinos in Massachusetts?

Riverboat or cruise ship casinos are gambling establishments that are based on the waterfront, and while there are more than 60 in North America, these are confined to six US states. This number doesn’t include Massachusetts, with Indiana the closest state to have one or more riverboat casinos.

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Expected New Casinos

Aquinnah and Taunton are expected to join the ranks of gambling towns in Massachusetts, with the state’s two federally recognized native trades having earned planning permission to build facilities for gambling in Massachusetts under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act. These are expected to open before the end of

Gambling in Massachusetts

Gambling Legal Situation in Massachusetts

Massachusetts Gambling Laws

• State Gambling Laws - (Casino gambling)

  As per the Expanded Gaming Act of , casino gambling is now permitted at licensed commercial resorts and Indian casinos

• State Gambling Laws

  The state law in Massachusetts also allows licensed horse racing and on-track pari-mutuel betting

• State Gambling Laws

  Approved charitable organisations are able to host several gambling activities when raising money, including raffles and bingo games.

History

Historically, Massachusetts has a long history of rebellion and individualism, as the home of the Boston Tea Party and the pioneering industrialist Paul Revere. So, while it may have taken longer than expected to come to the commercial casino party, it has a longstanding history of horse racing and state lotteries.

• – While private lotteries were common in the state throughout colonial history, these entities were banned in following a shift in public opinion. Several primitive state lotteries were then commissioned between and , before a new and comprehensive ban was issued in (this would last for years).

• – On-track pari-mutuel betting on horse and dog racing was officially legalised in , and this market has grown from strength-to-strength with the development of Plainridge Park and other racecourses throughout the state. In , the modern state lottery was conceived and passed into law, with the first ever draw taking place early in

• – presentIn , the Extended Gaming Act was passed by state authorities, allowing for the creation of three casino resorts and slot parlor at Plainridge Park. The MGM and Encore Boston Harbor sites opened their doors in and respectively, while two Indian casinos (which will be operated by the state’s two recognized trades) now have planning permission and will open in the near-term.

Upcoming Changes in the Gambling Regulation

As we’ve already touched on, two new Indian casinos will be developed and opened soon. Similarly, a third commercial casino license is available in the state of Massachusetts, while proposed legislation for legalizing online gambling remains with the senate.

Massachusetts Casino Resorts and Trips

In the next section, we’ll discuss the types of resort and accommodation available at Massachusetts casinos, while also exploring some of the available trips and packages currently on offer. If you want to travel out of state, then check out our list of the best casinos to visit in the US.

Casino Resorts

Casino Trips

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