The property features a full-scale Las Vegas-style casino with both table games and slot machines. MGM Springfield launched in August 24 to become Massachusetts’ first commercial integrated resort with a gaming floor. Under Massachusetts’ gambling law, commercial casinos must contribute 25% of their gaming revenue to the state.Ĭommenting on the recently revealed visitor numbers, MGM spokesman Saverio Mancini said after Thursday’s meeting with the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, that an average of 15,000 people visit the Springfield casino per day, which is very much in par with initial expectations. Michael Mathis, President of MGM Springfield, told gaming commissioners on Thursday that the $960-million integrated resort generated gaming revenue of $36 million during the first forty days of its operation, which translates to nearly $9 million in tax revenue for the state. The hotel and casino complex opened doors on August 24 in the city of Springfield near the Connecticut border. MGM Springfield welcomed 1 million visitors during its first forty days of operation, property officials told the Massachusetts Gaming Commission during a Thursday meeting. MGM Springfield welcomes 1 million visitors in first weeks, state gaming regulator praises the resort’s effort to prevent minors from entering the casino floor
