Mardi Gras Casino Online & In-Person Review
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort is a New Orleans-themed casino, greyhound racing venue, and hotel in Cross Lanes (Nitro), West Virginia. Originally opened in 1985 as Tri-State Greyhound Park, the property rebranded to Mardi Gras in 2010 and today features roughly 900 slot machines, a large poker room, table games, a 150-room hotel, and live greyhound racing — one of only two remaining greyhound tracks in the United States. Mardi Gras is owned by Delaware North (along with Wheeling Island) and operates under a West Virginia state gaming license.
That same license extends online: Mardi Gras partners with Ember Casino and FanDuel Casino for real-money online casino play in West Virginia. Below, we break down how to play online through each partner, plus what to expect if you visit Mardi Gras in person.
How to Play Mardi Gras Casino Online
Mardi Gras itself doesn’t operate a standalone online casino app. Instead, its West Virginia gaming license is shared with regulated operators, each offering its own app, login, and welcome bonus.
Ember Casino
Ember Casino (formerly Betly) is Mardi Gras’s original online casino partner, also operating the on-site Ember Sportsbook & Bar at the property. Ember offers real-money slots and table games for West Virginia players.
FanDuel Casino
FanDuel Casino‘s West Virginia online casino license moved to Mardi Gras in September 2025, after previously operating under The Greenbrier‘s license. FanDuel’s retail sportsbook remains at The Greenbrier — only the online casino product is tied to Mardi Gras. Since the move, Mardi Gras’s online gaming revenue has grown sharply, with the property posting a record $2.66 million in weekly revenue by late February 2026, up from under $1 million a week before the switch.
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Visiting Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort is a land-based casino, racetrack, and hotel open to the general public — no membership required.
Location, Directions & Hours
Mardi Gras Casino is located at 1 Greyhound Drive, Cross Lanes, WV (mailing address in Nitro, WV), just off Exit 47 on I-64 — about 14 miles west of Charleston and 36 miles east of Huntington. The casino is generally open 24 hours a day, though always confirm current hours and get exact driving directions from the resort’s official site before visiting.
Hotel Rooms
The on-site Mardi Gras Hotel has 150 rooms, most with two queen beds, high-thread-count linens, a 40-inch TV, in-room safe, and a work desk. Guests also have access to an indoor saltwater pool, hot tub, and fitness center. Room rates vary by season — check directly with the resort for current pricing, or compare nearby off-property hotels in the Cross Lanes and Charleston area.
Restaurants & Dining
Mardi Gras offers several dining options, including The French Quarter for fine dining, Cafe Orleans for quick bites on the main gaming floor, the Bayou Buffet, and a sports bar. Louie’s Lounge hosts live music on select evenings.
Greyhound Racing
Mardi Gras is one of only two remaining greyhound racing tracks in the United States, alongside Wheeling Island in West Virginia. The property opened as Tri-State Greyhound Park in 1985, and guests can watch live racing and simulcast betting from dining areas including the track-side First Turn area.
Games & Table Games
The casino floor features roughly 900 slot machines, a large poker room (the Big Easy Poker Room), and table games including blackjack, roulette, craps, three card poker, Mississippi Stud, and Crisscross Poker.
Who Owns Mardi Gras Casino?
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort is owned by Delaware North, which acquired the property in 2018 from Racing Corporation of West Virginia (a Hartman & Tyner subsidiary). Delaware North also owns Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack, West Virginia’s other greyhound racing venue.
Free Play & Promotions
Mardi Gras runs ongoing promotions through its Lucky North Club rewards program, including periodic free play draws for members. Offer specifics and eligibility change over time — check current promotions directly with the resort or its official site.
Is Mardi Gras Casino Legit & Licensed?
Yes. Mardi Gras Casino operates under a West Virginia state gaming license issued by the West Virginia Lottery Commission. That license is what allows Ember Casino and FanDuel Casino to legally offer real-money online casino play to West Virginia players.
Not to be confused with similarly named casinos in Las Vegas, Nevada, or Black Hawk, Colorado — this page covers Mardi Gras Casino & Resort in West Virginia only. Looking for other properties? Browse all West Virginia land-based casinos.
Latest Mardi Gras Casino News
March 10, 2026 — Mardi Gras’s online casino revenue continues climbing since FanDuel’s license moved to the property from The Greenbrier in September 2025. The casino posted a record $2.66 million in weekly online gaming revenue for the week ending February 28, up from under $1 million a week before the switch. Mardi Gras brought in just $7.6 million in iGaming revenue for all of fiscal year 2025, but had already reached $50.4 million for fiscal year 2026 with four months still to be recorded.
WV responsible gambling resources
If gambling stops being just for fun, it is time to seek help. West Virginia takes responsible gambling seriously and thus provides many resources for those who are experiencing issues related to problem gambling.
There are several resources available to problem gamblers or their families in West Virginia:
- 1-800-GAMBLER — The Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia.
- Gamblers Anonymous — A peer support group for problem gamblers.
- Gam-Anon — A peer support group for families and friends of problem gamblers.
- Gamtalk — An online discussion forum for problem gamblers.
FAQ
Yes. Mardi Gras Casino & Resort partners with Ember Casino and FanDuel Casino to offer real-money online casino play in West Virginia. FanDuel’s online casino license moved to Mardi Gras from The Greenbrier in September 2025; FanDuel’s retail sportsbook remains at The Greenbrier.
Current promo codes and welcome offers for Ember Casino and FanDuel Casino change frequently. Check our full Ember Casino and FanDuel Casino review pages for the latest codes and offer terms.
Yes. Mardi Gras runs ongoing free play promotions through its Lucky North Club rewards program, including bonus free play draws for members. Offer amounts and eligibility change periodically — check current promotions directly with the resort or its official site.
Mardi Gras Casino is generally open 24 hours a day, though some listings show slightly different daily hours. Always confirm current hours directly with the resort before visiting.
Mardi Gras Casino is home to several dining options, including The French Quarter (fine dining), Cafe Orleans, the Bayou Buffet, and a sports bar, plus live music at Louie’s Lounge on select nights.
Mardi Gras Casino has its own 150-room on-site hotel. Additional hotels are available nearby in the Cross Lanes and Charleston, WV area for travelers who prefer to stay off-property.
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort is located at 1 Greyhound Drive, Cross Lanes (Nitro), West Virginia, just off Exit 47 on I-64 — about 14 miles west of Charleston and 36 miles east of Huntington.
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort is owned by Delaware North, which acquired the property in 2018. Delaware North also owns Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack, West Virginia’s other greyhound racing venue.
Yes. Mardi Gras is one of only two remaining greyhound racing tracks in the United States, alongside Wheeling Island, also in West Virginia. The property opened in 1985 as Tri-State Greyhound Park before rebranding to Mardi Gras in 2010.
No. Mardi Gras Casino & Resort in Cross Lanes, West Virginia, is a separate, unrelated property from any similarly named casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, or Black Hawk, Colorado. This page covers the West Virginia location only.
Yes. Mardi Gras Casino operates under a West Virginia state gaming license issued by the West Virginia Lottery Commission. That license is what allows Ember Casino and FanDuel Casino to legally offer real-money online casino play to West Virginia players.
