New Casino Opens in Tucson, Arizona

Casino Del Sol Vahi Taa'am, a major new entertainment complex, is set to debut in early 2027.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe is building a new casino property called Casino Del Sol Vahi Taa'am, which means 'Three Suns' in the Yoeme language, located at 1055 W. Grant Road in Tucson, Arizona. The 52,000-square-foot gaming and entertainment complex will feature slot machines, table games, a high-stakes room, poker and sportsbook, food and dining options, and multi-level parking.

Why it matters

This new casino development represents a significant expansion and investment by the Pascua Yaqui Tribe in the Tucson area, bringing new jobs, entertainment options, and economic activity to the community. The distinctive architectural design and iconic dome of the casino are also expected to become a local landmark.

The details

The Casino Del Sol Vahi Taa'am project began construction in January 2025 and is scheduled for completion in November 2026, with an anticipated opening in early 2027. The casino will feature approximately 52,000 square feet of gaming space, including slot machines, table games, a high-stakes room, poker and sportsbook facilities, as well as multiple food and dining options and a central bar. The complex will also have multi-level parking with hundreds of spaces.

  • Construction on the project began in January 2025.
  • The casino is scheduled for completion in November 2026.
  • The casino is expected to open in early 2027.

The players

Casino Del Sol

The casino is being developed and operated by the Pascua Yaqui Tribe.

Pascua Yaqui Tribe

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe is an indigenous tribe based in southern Arizona that is developing the new Casino Del Sol Vahi Taa'am property.

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What’s next

The casino is expected to open in early 2027 following the completion of construction in November 2026.

The takeaway

This new casino development represents a significant investment and expansion by the Pascua Yaqui Tribe in the Tucson area, bringing new jobs, entertainment options, and economic activity to the community.