Truckee Gaming wants to give North Las Vegas’ Poker Palace a complete makeover, starting with a redesigned exterior, updated interiors, and a new main entrance
The Poker Palace, a staple in North Las Vegas for many years, is getting ready for a big change with new owners. Truckee Gaming, based in Reno, has settled on plans to buy the place, close it for a while, and open it back up after a complete redo in 2026.
North Las Vegas’ Poker Palace to Shut Down for Renovation Under New Ownership
The casino, which started operating in 1974 and stayed in the Coleman family’s ownership for over 50 years, will shut down on October 1. The closure will affect around 126 workers, as stated in a state filing. While most hourly workers will lose their jobs, some managers and salaried staff will move to other Truckee properties during this change.
Truckee Gaming, which already runs 10 casinos across Nevada, views Poker Palace as a crucial chance to grow in the Las Vegas area. The company now operates Club Fortune in Henderson, along with a few smaller casinos in Fernley, Yerington, Dayton, Verdi, and other towns in northern Nevada.
At a recent meeting with the Nevada Gaming Control Board, representatives from Truckee shared their plans for the property. They want to give the place a makeover, including a new look for the outside, updated insides, fresh carpets and ceilings, and a main entrance that lines up better with the parking. They are looking to make the casino floor bigger, fix up the bathrooms, and add more office space for the team…