The day is finally upon us. Las Vegas casinos are poised to reopen on June 4th after nearly a two month state-ordered closure due to the coronavirus. Although it is unrealistic to expect to see the 49.5 million visitors we had last year, strict guidelines have been put in place, by the Nevada Gaming Control Board, to ensure the safety of each one of the visitors who do come to our fabulous city.
When you walk into the casinos, you can expect to see signage reminders to wash your hands, cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing, and to not touch your face. Below is a list of other precautions that will be taken.
Casino Floor
- Guests will be encouraged to wear a mask which will be provided upon request
- Scanners will be installed to check guest’s temperature upon entry
- Hand sanitizing / washing stations will be strategically placed throughout the casino
- Gaming machines, chairs, and other equipment will be cleaned and disinfected with increased frequency
Gaming
- Occupancy limits in gaming areas will be cut by 50%
- Dealers will offer complimentary pumps of hand sanitizer to table games players
- Slot players will see chairs in front of every other gaming machine. The machines not in use will be shut off to maintain safe distancing
- Some casinos will use plexiglass at the table games and casino cage to enforce distancing
Dining
- Restaurants and bars have rearranged seating to adhere to the social distancing rules
- Digital menus will be made available to view on mobile devices
- Rather than waiting in line, guests will receive text messages when their table is ready
- Most casino restaurants will require advanced reservations
Lodging
- Casinos will open with less than half of their total hotel room availability
- Casinos will waive parking fees
- To minimize interaction, some casinos will be enforcing a contactless check-in process done though their app
Employees
- Casino employees will be required to undergo COVID-19 testing prior to returning to work and will be tested regularly after that
- Employees will receive training on health and cleanliness protocols prior to opening
- Employees will be required to wear masks and gloves
Both day and night clubs will remain closed. Shows and concerts will not yet be available; however, guests may enjoy the hotel pools!
We look forward to welcoming you back to Las Vegas. Have a great time while keeping safe!
For a list of casinos / hotels that will be open, click here.
I have never been Vegas, but yes it’s looking nice and would love to visit. I have added the casinos to my list of places to visit.
Great News that Las Vegas is opening up with precautions. Everyone must take precautions themselves for their safety along with authorities safety measures.
I have never been Vegas and would love to. I have added the casinos to my list of places to visit.
i love that Nevada gaming authorities released a set of rules before Las Vegas Strip properties open!
This is good to know! I had Vegas plans for my birthday. I have postponed it, but I think this is a relief 🙂
I’m surprised that with the current infection rates they have not made face mask mandatory for all guests. I pray that you and yours stay safe.
It is really good to know that they put precautionary measures in Casino. It is always good to be safe that sorry.
This Covid-19 thing hasn’t made our lives any easier 😮
I am glad to hear that Las Vegas is opening up with precautions. Hoping all workers and guest remain safe during this transition.
Hopefully this goes better than the restaurants in my area. Some people are “protesting” by not following the rules. It’s super sad.
I am glad to see things opening but I think I will wait until things get a little more normal before I start venturing out on vacations like this. My current vacations are going to be more cabin-in-the-woods or beach style!
Wow..it is an amazing news..congrats for the reopening of las vegas casinos..i have heard a little about them before..it is good to hear that they had a perfect security check….
man, missing Vegas. But definitely it will take sometime before it goes back to the normal-normal the way it used to be.. (lol) hope you got the message.
Man oh man it’s going to be interesting!! My parents live in Vegas. They don’t really go to the strip, but it would be interesting to ask them to go so they can give us a first person account for what the new norm is!
Thanks for sharing this one of my need to know when vegas casinos are opening I am sharing with my friend. Thanks again
It’s so interesting how our lives are changing and we have to adjust and adopt weather we like it or not.
I’ve only been to Vegas once and truly, casinos are the life of the party! Hope all the guests will stay safe and maintain proper social distancing.
Yes that’s right! I hope everyone remains safe😊