Harrah's Hoosier Park Racing & Casino

Racing & Casino at Harrah’s Hoosier Park

Located in Anderson, Indiana, Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino features both a casino and a renowned racetrack. The racetrack is known for its live harness racing that takes place annually from March to December.

Caesars Entertainment owns and operates the casino at Harrah’s Hoosier Park, which spans 92,000 square feet and includes nearly 1,300 slot machines and over 30 table games. A Caesars Sportsbook is available for sports wagering. Furthermore, live horse racing and daily simulcast betting are provided all year round.

Several restaurants, bars, entertainment venues, and other facilities are available. Although there is no on-site hotel, the property collaborates with several nearby hotels that offer shuttle service to and from Harrah’s Hoosier Park.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of everything you can anticipate encountering during your visit to Harrah’s Hoosier Park.

Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino details

  • 4500 Dan Patch Circle, Anderson, Indiana 46013
  • Phone: (800) 526-7223
  • Operator: Caesars Entertainment
  • Operating Hours: Open 24 hours daily
  • Games at the Casino: Slots, Table Games
  • Live horse racing: Yes
  • Sportsbook: Yes
  • Poker room: No

Harrah's Hoosier Park Racing & Casino

Harrah’s Hoosier Park Casino Games

At Harrah’s Hoosier Park, the main attraction is slots, but they also offer a wide range of table games, including popular classics. Additionally, the Caesars Sportsbook, situated just off the main casino floor, allows you to bet on sports and horse races.

Slot machines

At present, Harrah’s Hoosier Park operates 1,274 slot machines. However, the number of slots can sometimes increase, with the casino advertising up to 2,000 slots.

Included are both traditional and video slots featuring all the most favored real money titles. You can place bets ranging from a mere penny up to $100 per spin. Some of the preferred slots at Harrah’s Hoosier Park encompass:

  • Buffalo Grand
  • Elvis Shake Rattling Reels Slot Machines
  • Destiny of the 8 Power Wheel
  • Power Wheel Heat ‘Em Up
  • Pac-Man Wild Edition
  • Texas Tea Pinball
  • Top Dollar Premium Slots
  • Wonder 4 Tower

Fans of Jacks or Better and other varieties can also find many video poker machines on the floor at Harrah’s Hoosier Park.

Table games

In addition, Harrah’s Hoosier Park boasts 31 table games on the casino floor. The available table games are:

  • Baccarat (3 tables)
  • Blackjack (18 tables)
  • Craps (2 tables)
  • Roulette (2 tables)
  • Mississippi Stud (2 tables)
  • Two Tables of Three Card Poker
  • (2 Tables) Ultimate Texas Hold’em

The blackjack tables on offer are varied, providing both traditional blackjack and modified versions like Blazing 7’s Blackjack and Double Deck Blackjack. Additionally, tables with EZ Bust and Trilux side bets are also available. There are even some high-limit tables, one featuring Double Deck Blackjack and another with Hand-Shuffle Blackjack.

The roulette tables feature Blaze Roulette, which is an entertaining electronic version that boasts an LED gaming surface and cool animations that inject a bit more thrill into every spin.

Caesars Sportsbook

The Caesars Sportsbook is situated at Harrah’s Hoosier Park, adjacent to the Terrace Showroom and in close proximity to the casino and horse racing. It boasts plenty of seating and a massive high-definition screen wall where punters can track all activities.

Bettors can place wagers at the betting windows that open at noon on weekdays and at 11 a.m. on weekends. These windows stay open until late evening, depending on demand. Betting kiosks, on the other hand, are available for wagers 24 hours a day.

At Caesars Sportsbook, you have the opportunity to wager on virtually any sport, encompassing both college-level and professional competitions. The sports available for betting at the Harrah's Hoosier Park sportsbook include:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Boxing
  • Cricket
  • Cycling
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Rugby League vs Rugby Union
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • UFC/MMA
  • Volleyball

You also have the option to place all the standard bets, such as moneylines, spreads, totals, individual and team props, parlays, futures, and more.

Also, it’s important to note that online sports betting is legal in Indiana. This allows you to place bets from anywhere within the state using the Caesars Indiana Sportsbook. Concurrently, Harrah’s Hoosier Park has teamed up with another online sportsbook, Tipico Sportsbook, which is planning to start operations in Indiana shortly.

Playing Poker at Harrah’s Hoosier Park Casino

In the past, live poker was available at Harrah’s Hoosier Park. However, the casino currently does not host a poker room. Nonetheless, video poker and a variety of poker-based table games are still available for play.

Harrah’s Hoosier Park Horse Racing

Another significant attraction is the Harrah’s Hoosier Park racetrack. Every year, top-notch live harness racing kicks off in late March and lasts until early December. The racing schedule typically includes several days each week, usually commencing either on Tuesday or Wednesday and running through to Saturday.

Road to the Derby is one of the promotions that invites bettors to select horses in races every week leading up to the Kentucky Derby in May. Participants earn 2,000 Caesars Rewards Credits each week for picking (further explained below). In addition, the top scorers get to share race wagering credits worth a total of $3,500.

At Harrah’s Hoosier Park, you can also participate in on-track simulcasting betting on races taking place at other tracks worldwide. The park boasts 65 betting carrels and a wall of TV screens for viewing the races. Patrons can conveniently place bets directly from their seats. You also have the option to place your bets at the mutuel windows or through self-service kiosks. The windows operate from noon to 11 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday, and from noon to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

In addition to Harrah’s Hoosier Park, off-track betting is also offered at four other locations in Indiana.

  • Winner’s Circle OTB Clarksville
  • Downtown Indianapolis Winner’s Circle Race, Sports, Pub
  • Clarksville Caesars Race & Sportsbook
  • New Haven Winner’s Circle Race, Sports, Pub

Facilities at Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino

Harrah’s Hoosier Park does not have a hotel on its premises. Nonetheless, the casino has formed partnerships with several hotels in Anderson and the neighboring Noblesville. As part of the agreement, a complimentary shuttle service to and from Hoosier Park is provided.

Hoosier Park boasts five restaurants, offering a diverse range of dining options:

  • Homestretch Steakhouse offers a high-end dining experience featuring steaks, seafood, and a variety of other dishes.
  • Homestretch Clubhouse offers a more relaxed dining experience, serving a range of casual dishes such as burgers, sandwiches, soups, and salads. They also serve heartier entrées like steak, meatloaf, and Chicken Alfredo.
  • Dog n Suds is a fast food option offering hot dogs, burgers, fries, soft drinks, and similar items.
  • The Big Deli offers another quick-service food alternative, providing fresh deli sandwiches, soups, salads, and a range of cakes for dessert.
  • Slice Pizzeria offers a variety of items including New York-style pizza, bread sticks, salads, waffle ice cream cones, and more.

The Terrace Showroom, an indoor live event center, offers a variety of entertainment options with top musical and comedy acts performing regularly. The venue also boasts a spacious 5,500-seat Outdoor Music Center on site, complete with ample seating. The Outdoor Music Center is encircled by full-service bars, merchandise tables, and a gift shop for added convenience.

For those looking to enjoy the nightlife, there are numerous destinations on site, featuring three different highlighted spots:

  • Enjoy cocktails at Pegasus Lounge while watching live racing with a fantastic view.
  • The Double R Bar offers a wide selection of beers, wines and more, accompanied by numerous screens displaying various sports and races.
  • The Shoe is another prime location for enjoying beers and cocktails while watching the track.

Terrace Showroom suites are also available for rent by race fans who want to watch live harness racing. In addition, the property also offers banquet spaces for rent for meetings or events.

Caesars Rewards

Perhaps the most well-known loyalty program in the entire casino industry is the Caesars Rewards. Those who visit Harrah’s Hoosier Park for play are eligible to join.

Members who play slots, table games, bet on sports or horse races, or make other purchases on the property are rewarded by the program with both Reward Credits and Tier Credits.

Members can exchange Rewards Credits for free casino play, with every 200 Rewards Credits translating to $1 of free play. Additionally, they can utilize their Rewards Credits for other benefits, such as enjoying discounts when dining or shopping on the premises.

Members earn Tier Credits that annually determine their Caesars Rewards status, which resets to zero every January 1. The program consists of six tier levels:

  • Gold: 0-4,999 Tier Credits
  • Platinum: 5,000-14,999 Tier Credits
  • Diamond: 15,000-24,999 Tier Credits
  • Tier Credits for Diamond Plus: 25,000-74,999
  • Tier Credits for Diamond Elite: 75,000-149,999
  • Seven Stars Tier: 150,000+ Credits (only by invitation)

As you ascend the tiers, you qualify for enhanced rewards. These encompass a broad spectrum of discounts, complimentary stays at Caesars Rewards participating hotels, assorted travel packages and gifts, exclusive VIP perks, and more.

Numerous Caesars properties across the US participate in the Caesars Rewards program. As a result, you can use credits earned at one property at any other participating property. Other Indiana-based casinos that are part of the Caesars Rewards program include Caesars Southern Indiana, Horseshoe Hammond, and Horseshoe Indianapolis.

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The History of Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino

The Hoosier Park pari-mutuel racing facility first opened its doors to much acclaim in September 1994, and hosted the inaugural Indiana Derby in 1995. The track was a property of Churchill Downs, marking this as the company’s first venture outside of Kentucky.

Centaur Gaming took over the track from Churchill Downs in 2007. Indiana legislators subsequently approved racetracks to incorporate slot machines, leading to the facility’s transformation into a racino. Following the installation of approximately 1,900 slot machines and electronic table games, the property was re-launched as the Hoosier Park Casino in June 2008. The racino’s popularity was instantly evident, with over 10,000 visitors flocking to gamble on its opening day.

Hoosier Park soon neared its maximum capacity of 2,000 slot machines as the number of slots increased. This quantity was maintained for several years before being reduced to roughly 1,600 in 2018. The 2020 pandemic caused a further reduction, halving the number of slots. After the pandemic, the facility stabilized with just under 1,300 slot machines and approximately 30 table games.

In 2018, Caesars Entertainment took over Hoosier Park from Centaur Gaming. The property was renamed Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino in 2019. The deal also included Caesars purchasing Indiana Grand Racing & Casino in Shelbyville, which was later renamed Horseshoe Indianapolis.

At present, the casino is in the process of expanding once again, adding an extra 38,000 square feet to house an additional 100 slot machines and 25 table games. This expansion will also include another new restaurant and bar.

FAQ for Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino

You must be 21 years or older to enter any Indiana casino, including playing slots, table games, or placing bets at the Caesars Sportsbook. However, there’s no age limit to visit Hoosier Park’s racetrack, although you need to be at least 18 to bet on races. The same age requirement applies to attending ticketed events at the Terrace Showroom.

Indeed, Indiana has another horse racing casino, the Horseshoe Indianapolis, previously known as Indiana Grand Racing & Casino. It is also run by Caesars Entertainment.

Harrah’s Hoosier Park is situated in Anderson, which is less than 40 miles towards the northeast of Indianapolis. Anderson is also located to the south of Fort Wayne, and the racino is approximately a 90-minute drive on I-69 from there. Additionally, the journey from Dayton, Ohio, to Harrah’s Hoosier Park takes around two hours, while the drive from either Cincinnati or Louisville is approximately two and a half hours.

Horseshoe Indianapolis in Shelbyville is the only casino closer to Indiana’s capital, and it’s about a half-hour drive away.