Connecticut casinos continued to provide a major revenue stream for the state in July.
Tribal gaming operations connected to Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mohegan Sun generated more than $31 million in payments to Connecticut through slot machines, online casino gaming, and legal sports betting.
The July figures, released by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, show that both tribal operators posted month-to-month growth across key gaming categories. Retail slot machines remained the largest contributor, while Connecticut online casinos and sportsbooks added millions more to the state’s monthly total.
Foxwoods also just set a world record for the largest Bingo jackpot.
Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun Drive State Gaming Revenue
Connecticut does not have commercial casinos. Instead, the state’s casino industry is built around the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, which operates Foxwoods Resort Casino, and the Mohegan Tribe, operator of Mohegan Sun.
In July, Foxwoods reported approximately $32.9 million in slot-machine win. That produced nearly $8.3 million in payments to the state under its tribal-state gaming agreement.
Mohegan Sun reported stronger slot results for the month, posting about $45.76 million in slot win. The casino’s payment to Connecticut came to roughly $11.44 million.
- Foxwoods slot win about $32.9 million
- Foxwoods state contribution nearly $8.3 million
- Mohegan Sun slot win close to $45.76 million
- Mohegan Sun state contribution roughly $11.44 million
Together, Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun contributed around $19.7 million from slot-machine revenue alone. The rest of the state’s more than $31 million total came from online casino gaming and sports betting activity.
How Connecticut Casino Revenue Works
The state receives these payments through tribal-state agreements rather than traditional commercial casino taxes. Under long-standing memoranda of understanding, Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun contribute 25% of slot-machine win to Connecticut.
That arrangement is tied to the tribes’ valuable ability to offer casino-style gaming in a state without commercial casino competitors. Table-game revenue, including blackjack, roulette, and poker, is generally retained by the tribal casinos and is not included in the slot contribution formula.
The tribal casinos’ agreements with Connecticut are governed by the federal Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, commonly called IGRA. The law allows Class III gaming, including slot machines and casino table games, when a tribe and state enter into a federally approved compact.
These agreements are negotiated between sovereign governments. As a result, the payments are structured as revenue-sharing contributions tied to the benefits and exclusivity rights included in the agreements, not as ordinary state taxes.
Online Casinos Add to July’s Total
Connecticut expanded its gaming market in 2021 when the state authorized online casino gaming and sports betting through legislation and updated tribal agreements.
Foxwoods-related online gaming is operated through its partnership with DraftKings, while Mohegan Sun’s digital casino and betting products are associated with Mohegan Digital and FanDuel. These platforms allow eligible adults located within Connecticut to place wagers on casino games and sports through regulated mobile apps and websites.
Online casino gaming has become an important part of the state’s overall gaming ecosystem. Connecticut’s tribal iGaming operators pay 18% of gross gaming revenue during the initial licensing period, with the rate set to rise to 20% in the sixth licensing year under state law. Sports wagering is subject to a 13.75% contribution rate.
The combination of retail casino slots, online casino games, and sports betting gives Connecticut a broader base of gaming revenue than it had before 2021.
Mohegan Sun Posts Broad Growth
Both Connecticut casinos improved from June, though their year-over-year results differed.
Mohegan Sun reported year-over-year increases across its slot, online casino, and sports-betting categories. This despite paying out several big jackpots earlier in the year.
Foxwoods also improved month over month, but its July slot performance was down 2.3% compared with July 2025. Foxwoods’ online casino business was the key exception, posting annual growth.
Monthly casino results can shift for several reasons, including seasonal travel patterns, promotions, changes in consumer spending, sports calendars, and the amount sportsbooks retain from wagers. A strong month does not necessarily establish a long-term trend, but July’s data reinforces the continuing importance of tribal gaming to Connecticut’s public finances.
Why Connecticut Casinos Matter to the State
The revenue from Connecticut casinos primarily supports the state’s General Fund and helps finance public services and state programs. Gaming payments have been a meaningful source of Connecticut revenue for decades, especially since Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun began operating under their revenue-sharing agreements.
The state also has a history of directing a portion of tribal gaming revenue to municipal support through the Mashantucket Pequot and Mohegan Fund. The exact amounts available can change from year to year because they depend on gaming performance and state budget decisions.
For Connecticut, the July 2026 report illustrates the value of its tribal gaming model. Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun remain major destination casinos, while their regulated online products provide a growing source of digital gaming revenue. With more than $31 million collected in one month, Connecticut casinos continue to play a significant role in the state’s gaming and budget landscape.
