* In March 2023, t he temporary casino expanded its gaming space and added additional slot machines and blackjack tables with lower minimums. The venue is also home to a trio of dining options, including and a sports bar and lounge with live entertainment, and a Rock Shop. The temporary full-service casino located inside the former mall includes 30,000 square feet of casino space, along with 870 slot machines, over 20 live table games, and a sportsbook. 'Bristol Casino - Future Home of Hard Rock' celebrated its grand opening on July 8, 2022, in Bristol, Virginia, just seconds off Interstate 81 (Exit 1 in VA), at the site of the former Bristol Mall. At that time the temporary casino, 'Bristol Casino, Future Home of Hard Rock', will shut down.
Construction is scheduled to take 18 months to complete and Hard Rock Bristol is expected to open in July 2024.
Update Oct 2022: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol officials will break ground on the new $400M casino on Wednesday, Dec.
