Circus Circus Las Vegas is making a nostalgic return to classic Vegas fun.
Already billed as the most family-friendly hotel and resort on the Las Vegas Strip, Circus Circus will now take you back to simpler times with the debut of a traditional-style bingo hall.
Alongside an expanded coin-operated slot machine gaming floor, this development marks a significant nod to the vintage Vegas experience. Located on the resort's Promenade Level, the new bingo venue is poised to rekindle the love for a classic pastime, marrying old-world charm with modern-day excitement.
The new bingo hall is restricted to guests 21 years of age and older, but it embraces the true vintage Vegas bingo experience, built around paper cards, ink daubers, cheap eats, and live gameplay.
It's another way Vegas is trying to revive its reputation as an affordable vacation spot. Sin City is still trying to fight its way out of its recent tourism decline as well.
A Timeless Vegas Experience
The new bingo hall at Circus Circus echoes the rich tradition of Las Vegas’s gaming history and is set to accommodate 255 players per session.
Players can look forward to five weekly sessions, beginning at 3 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. This initiative is a tribute to the cherished Las Vegas entertainment scene, reminiscent of a bygone era.
“There’s never been a better time to bring bingo back to the Las Vegas Strip,” said Shana Gerety, general manager of Circus Circus Las Vegas. “At Circus Circus, we’re honoring the classic Las Vegas experience guests have always loved, while adding modern touches that keep it fresh for a new generation drawn to nostalgia.”
The History of Circus Circus Las Vegas
Circus Circus Las Vegas opened its doors in 1968, conceived by casino magnate Jay Sarno.
Unlike other luxury resorts that appeared around the same time, Circus Circus offered a family-friendly environment with a unique circus theme.
Over the years, it has become a landmark known for its affordable accommodations, the Adventuredome (an indoor amusement park), and the bustling Carnival Midway.
The property was one of the first in Vegas to offer an unpretentious and lively atmosphere, bridging the gap between traditional gaming and family fun.
Adding the bingo hall to its already diverse array of attractions further cements Circus Circus as a pioneer of inclusive, multi-generational entertainment on the Strip.
A New Chapter in Classic Gaming
The bingo sessions at Circus Circus Las Vegas will feature 14 games, including traditional formats, a bonus game, and a coverall.
These games will be played on paper with the use of daubers, rekindling memories for long-time bingo fans. Guests can purchase a full session package for $30, with the option to buy additional cards as desired. Cash prizes range from $50 to a remarkable $1,500, instilling a sense of thrill and competition.
“Today’s guests want fun, affordable experiences, and that’s exactly what we brought back with Slots-A-Fun, the Strip’s only coin-operated casino floor, plus budget-friendly classics like cheap beers and bites,” Gerety added. “Now we’re keeping that momentum going with the Strip’s only bingo hall, paper packets, ink daubers, and great food, drinks, and pricing that make it easy to join in.”
As part of an overarching effort to restore an "old school Vegas" feel, Circus Circus is refreshing its gaming floor, enhancing food outlets, and offering locals promotions across the Adventuredome and Carnival Midway.
Circus Circus Las Vegas has successfully blended the old with the new, inviting guests to relive cherished memories while creating new ones. With its meticulously crafted throwback experiences, Circus Circus ensures that the spirit of classic Las Vegas remains alive and well for generations to come.
