Fox Valley gamblers have a new venue to explore just up I-90 in Rockford.
After much anticipation, Hard Rock Casino Rockford, an extension of the Hard Rock International brand, will open is permanent location this afternoon at 3pm.
Located at 7801 East State Street, the casino features over 175,000 square feet of gaming and entertainment space, including nearly 1,300 slot machines, 50 live table games including poker, a sportsbook, a variety of food and beverage options, a Rock Shop, a Hard Rock Live entertainment venue, and an impressive collection of authentic music memorabilia.
While the Hard Rock Casino Rockford operated from its temporary site, Hard Rock An Opening Act, from November 2021 to August 2024, the temporary casino hosted over 1.5 million guests from all 50 states and 28 countries, averaging 50,000 monthly visitors. Now at its permanent location, the venue remains focused on providing exceptional entertainment experiences while fostering strong philanthropic and partnership efforts within the Rockford area. The casino donated over $1 million to 96 local organizations and events in 2023.
For more information, visit casino.hardrock.com/rockford/.
