Boyd Gaming to sell Sam’s Town Shreveport to Bally’s in Louisiana

Boyd Gaming is preparing to hand over one of downtown Shreveport’s best-known casinos, agreeing to sell Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino to Bally’s Corporation in a deal that reshapes the city’s gaming landscape.

The Las Vegas company confirmed Thursday (February 26) that it has signed a definitive agreement to transfer ownership of Sam’s Town Shreveport, which has been under Boyd’s control since 2004. The property sits right next door to Bally’s Shreveport Casino & Hotel, meaning the two neighboring venues will soon share the same parent company once regulators sign off.

Sam’s Town has more than 29,000 square feet of gaming space, with roughly 750 slot machines and 14 table games. Beyond the casino floor, the complex hosts a 514-room hotel, dining options, a live entertainment venue and meeting and convention facilities, positioning it as a full-scale resort for the region.

Company officials expect the transaction to close in the third quarter of 2026, pending customary approvals and regulatory clearance. Neither side disclosed the purchase price.

Bally’s builds on recent momentum through Sam’s Town purchase

Bally’s leadership says the move fits squarely within its broader growth plans. Executive chairman Soo Kim pointed to the company’s existing footprint in the city as a key advantage. “As an existing operator in Shreveport, we know this market well and understand what makes it special — from its loyal customer base to its important role in the region’s broader gaming and entertainment landscape,” Kim said in a statement. He added that Bally’s intends to reinvest in the property and the surrounding market, with more specifics to come.

The acquisition lands at a time when Bally’s has been expanding on several fronts. The company recently celebrated a fairly strong third-quarter performance in the United Kingdom, citing healthy demand in that market. It also completed a $3 billion merger deal with Intralot, in a bid to strengthen its position in lottery and international gaming operations.

For Boyd Gaming, the sale reflects a different strategic calculation. The company has been tightening its focus on core assets while reporting higher revenue in 2025. President and CEO Keith Smith framed the Shreveport sale as part of that ongoing refinement. “Sam’s Town Shreveport has been a part of our company since 2004,” Smith said. “We appreciate all of the contributions of its team members, past and present, in providing great service to our guests throughout the last two decades.”

The Shreveport property first opened as Harrah’s Shreveport before Boyd acquired it and rebranded it under the Sam’s Town name.

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