LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Bally’s Corporation announced on Monday that Tropicana Las Vegas, which opened more than six decades ago, will cease operations on April 2 making the way for development to begin on a state-of-the-art integrated resort and ballpark on the Las Vegas Strip.
According to the news release, at some point after April 2, the Tropicana will be demolished and nine acres of the property will be contributed to the Athletics or a related stadium authority to construct their proposed 30,000-seat ballpark.
“This is an exciting next chapter for Bally’s, and we are honored to be a key partner with the Athletics on bringing a Major League ballpark to the great city of Las Vegas,” said Bally’s President, George Papanier. “This is an incredible accomplishment for us as we continue to expand our global footprint and strengthen our sports portfolio, which already includes our digital sportsbook, Bally Bet, and numerous marketing partnerships with professional teams, and leagues. We thank our stakeholders, partners, the city of Las Vegas, Clark County, and the state of Nevada for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”