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About Argosy's Empress Casino

Argosy's Empress Casino Joliet has evolved from a riverboat gaming destination to a modern land-based casino experience under the RockRun collection. Located in Joliet, IL, the venue blends a rich gaming history with contemporary facilities, an expansive Event Center, and convenient access via major highways. Whether you’re chasing a night of slots, table games, or a live show, we’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted partner recommendations for nearby hotels and dining.

This page covers seating and event specifics, parking and transportation options, and nearby affiliate hotel and restaurant partners. We’ll help you secure your seats and plan a smooth trip to Joliet’s premier gaming and entertainment hub.

Note: The Empress lineage includes a notable 2008 Illinois Supreme Court matter and the 2009 fire that led to the reimagining of the property as Hollywood Joliet. The modern RockRun Joliet location continues the tradition of hosting large-scale events at an on-site Event Center and provides ample parking and upgraded road access for guests traveling by car. Always verify the latest venue details, show dates, and parking policies before you go.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and history: Empress Joliet opened June 16, 1992 at 2300 Empress Drive, Joliet, IL 60346 as a riverboat casino with an on-site hotel and RV park (102-room hotel; seasonal RV park).
  • Gaming capacity (historic): Two adjacent riverboats with 36,300 sq ft of gaming space, about 1,110 slot machines and 35 table games; pavilion expanded to ~150,000 sq ft with restaurants and entertainment.
  • Hotel and parking (historic): 102-room hotel plus an RV park; surface parking with roughly 2,350 spaces.
  • Fire and rebirth: Fire on March 20, 2009 destroyed the casino; reopened June 25, 2009 as Hollywood Casino Joliet at 777 Hollywood Blvd Joliet, IL 60436, with the Egyptian theme largely replaced by art deco styling.
  • Relocation and current site: The riverboat closed in 2025; a new land-based Hollywood Casino Joliet opened at RockRun Collection, 1401 Gateway Blvd, Joliet, IL 60431, around August 11, 2025.
  • Current capacity (RockRun site): Approximately 850–1,000 slots and 44 live table games (varied by source); ~1,330 parking spaces; Event Center capacity up to 1,000 guests.
  • Event spaces: Hollywood Joliet’s Event Center can host up to 1,000 guests (8,500+ sq ft); there are additional private dining/event spaces on site.
  • Transit and access: On-site parking and proximity to I-80/I-55; historically, Empress offered a hotel-to-casino shuttle; the new location emphasizes modern road access for heavy car traffic.
  • Notable events hosted: The Empress was involved in Illinois Supreme Court litigation (Empress Casino v. Giannoulias, 2008); the 2009 fire and the subsequent reopening as Hollywood Joliet are key historical milestones.