Casinos and gambling in Central City
Try your luck at table games, slot machines, and virtual gambling!
It’s no secret that Central City has several casinos! After the gold rush ended, Gilpin County faced dwindling visitors. While the Central City Opera House still brought in some tourism, residents feared for the extinction of the historic town they loved. Without another form of revenue, Central City may have become a ghost town.
In 1990, 57% of Colorado voters approved an amendment to the state constitution that would allow limited-stakes gambling in Gilpin County. Funds generated by any casino games would go in part to help fund Gilpin County and the State Historical Fund. Now, taxes collected from gambling help generate money for local improvements and historic preservation.
Casinos In Central City, Colorado
In Central City you can have it all: beautifully preserved historic buildings and streets as well as several casinos to choose from! Check out our local casinos below.
A WEEKEND ITINERARY: GAMBLING IN CENTRAL CITY
Day 1:
After a scenic drive along the Central City Parkway, start your day with lunch at the Dostal Alley Casino and Brewing Company. Play the slots or video poker while you dine on artisan pizza and handcrafted beer made from locally-sourced hops.
In the afternoon, it’s all about the games. Central City is easy to navigate so why not try your luck at all of the unique casinos and see which one brings you the best luck? Find everything you need to know about our casinos here.
Hungry? Pick up some gourmet popcorn at Central City’s newest attraction, Eureka Street Popcorn. Don’t miss the dill pickle flavor!
At night, catch the big game and bet on the outcome, point spreads, over/under and more via the sports betting app at Century Casino, or the brand new sports betting kiosks at Grand Z Casino. While sports betting recently became legal in Colorado, Central City casinos don’t yet have retail sportsbooks, but you can still get in on the action via digital betting.
Did you know? Two casinos in Central City offer penny slots: Dostal Alley and Century Casino.
Stay the night at Century or Grand Z - you can’t go wrong with either casino!
Looking for an action-packed getaway close to Denver? Look no further than Central City. Hop on the Central City Parkway for an easy, scenic drive to our historic gaming town that’s always poppin’!
Try your luck at a number of lively casinos that offer everything from slot machines to card tables, electronic games, live music and entertainment and much, much more. Learn about Central City’s history as “The Richest Square Mile on Earth” during the gold rush days with walking tours of our preserved historic downtown, take in a world-renowned show at the Central City Opera or invest in local art and other souvenirs at our unique galleries.
Day 2:
After breakfast in your hotel, challenge your friends to a round at the Ghost Town Disc Golf course, the first public disc golf course in Colorado, before heading back to the city.
Gambling in Central City
Meet Dana from Century Casino! The casinos in Central City have very friendly dealers and a welcoming environment, making it the perfect place to try a new game or learn something new.