Legal Gambling Age: 18 to 21 Michigan casinos located outside Detroit are all authorized under compacts with Native American tribes. Each tribe is considered a sovereign nation, free to establish a minimum gambling age of 18 or older at its casino. This means the minimum gambling age varies by ​casino. MGM Grand Detroit Casino is in Detroit, Michigan and is open daily 24 hours. The casino's 100,000 square foot gaming space features 3,500 gaming machines and 159 table and poker games. The property has six restaurants and a hotel with 400 rooms. MGM has released a “Seven-Point Safety Plan” for facilities that include the MGM Grand Detroit casino. MGM Grand reported $126.5 million in revenue, down $83.5 million through April. My recollection however is that some of the casinos in mid and northern Michigan which are Indian run seem to have a different standard. My recollection is that Soaring Eagle in particular has a. “Twenty years ago, MGM Resorts bet on the great City of Detroit with an $800 million commitment to create the city’s first and only integrated luxury casino resort built from the ground up,” said David Tsai, President & COO of MGM Grand Detroit said via a release obtained by SportsbookWire.

DETROIT (WILX) -- The days of finding and paying a bookie under the table are over.

MGM Grand Detroit opened its sportsbook for business on Wednesday, and the first legal bet was placed.

'I'm about to have a heart attack!' said 62-year-old Gregory Ponders, who made one of the first bets Wednesday. 'Y'all have to get me out, I'm so excited I'm sweating!'

Ponders bet on the Los Angeles Lakers to win the NBA Championship, and the Michigan State Spartans to win the NCAA Tournament.

He isn't the only one excited about making one of the first bets.

Former Lion Lomas Brown picked his former team to win more than six games next season.

'I'm feeling good about myself right now,' said Brown, 'so Lions....you have to hold up on your end of the bargain this year.'

State Representative Brandt Iden, who pushed the bill forward, expressed relief and excitement Wednesday.

'To see behind me what we've done...this is amazing, and I think we're going to see a tremendous amount of revenue come from this at the end of the day,' Iden said.

The millions of dollars expected to come from sports betting will go back to the state's first responders, school funds, and infrastructure.

'That money's regulated and provides money to enhance the state for everybody,' said Louis Theros, MGM Grand Detroit's Vice President.

In addition to making bets, you can also watch your favorite teams at the casino's sports lounge.

'It's all about making sure we can provide an environment where you can be excited with other sports fans and cheer on your favorite team,' said Casino President David Tsai.

MGM Grand, with legal sports betting, is changing the way fans will watch their favorite teams.

'They're going to watch until the end of the game because they're invested in it,' said Detroit native Barry Sanders, who won a Super Bowl with the Pittsburgh Steelers in Detroit.

Whether you're betting on the Spartans like Ponders, or Michigan, like Theros plans to do, you can make that bet legally.

'People bet all the time and now you can come to a legal place and bet,' said former Detroit Piston James Edwards. 'I'll be back down to make a couple more bets.'

With the legislation passed in 2019 that allows sports betting, it's only a matter of time before we can place bets on our phones.

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First opened in 1999, the MGM Grand Detroit offers players a place to relax, dine, and even take in a show when not in the casino. This popular spot is also home to the BetMGM Sports Lounge where you can now place bets on your favorite teams and athletes.

After the legalization of online gambling in Michigan, the MGM Grand will soon be offering online casino gaming, online sports betting, and online poker.

Home to more than 3,500 slots and poker games, the MGM has many options available for players. If you prefer live table games, there are also over 140 to choose from, including poker, blackjack, baccarat, Spanish 21, roulette, and craps.

MGM Grand Detroit Fact Table

Online Gambling At MGM Grand Detroit In 2021

Last year, Michigan’s governor signed legislation to legalize sports betting and online gambling. It’s a big sea change that MGM Grand Detroit is taking advantage of by offering retail sports betting, as well as an online casino, online sportsbook, and online poker. By 2021, all three of these online gambling options could be available to MGM bettors.

BetMGM Online

MGM Resorts operates online sports betting and casino platforms in several states under the BetMGM Brand. BetMGM functions as a product of Roar Digital, which itself is a partnership of MGM Resorts and GVC Holdings. BetMGM online sportsbook and casino platforms will also eventually go live in Michigan.

The BetMGM Online Casino is one of the top online casino apps in the country, backed by the MGM brand and reputation. The casino app has one of the most impressive selections of online slots and table games, with over 400 slots online. Already live in New Jersey and West Virginia, we anticipate BetMGM will offer new bettors a 100% deposit match bonus up to $1000.

The BetMGM Online Sportsbook also has a strong reputation. Currently, it is available in a half dozen states, with Michigan the next to launch. We anticipated BetMGM will offer sports bettors a $500 risk-free bet when it launches. The BetMGM sports betting app offers competitive odds on a large number of domestic and international sporting events and offers a strong app, that is easy to navigate.

BetMGM Sports Lounge

In early 2020, the MGM Grand opened its own retail sportsbook, the BetMGM Sports Lounge. MGM Grand Detroit hosted a VIP reception on the day retail sports betting became legal in their BetMGM Sports Lounge. The sportsbook lounge currently has 6 betting windows and 14 self-service betting kiosks where players can place their bets. The lounge includes 60 televisions for sports games and a full bar.

The sportsbook has been subject to COVID-related closures off and on through 2020, as have all Detroit casinos. Normally, the sportsbook is open 9 am – 11 pm seven days a week.

MGM Grand Detroit Poker Room

In addition to its casino table games, the MGM Grand has an impressive poker room. Cash poker games include Limit Texas Hold’Em, No-Limit Texas Hold’Em, and Omaha. They also frequently host poker tournaments.

The MGM Grand poker room is located just at the edge of the casino floor, near the Casino Valet. The poker room also features almost a dozen TVs to catch popular sporting events during play.

Part of the online gambling offering that is coming to Michigan includes the ability play online poker. MGM Grand will be partnering with partypoker to launch an online poker app in 2021.

MGM Grand Detroit History

MGM Resorts International owns and operates the MGM Grand Detroit. It is one of 17 casinos and resorts owned or leased by MGM Resorts International throughout the world. This includes the MGM Grand Las Vegas, Bellagio, and the Borgata in Atlantic City.

The MGM Grand Detroit first opened as a temporary casino in 1999 in downtown Detroit. It wasn’t until 2007 that the permanent hotel and casino opened after a large-scale renovation by MGM Resorts.

A few years after it opened, the Detroit casino was almost sold as MGM bought Mandalay Resort Group, which owned the MotorCity Casino in Detroit. Michigan only allows companies to own one casino in the state, so they had to sell one of them. There were several potential buyers for the MGM Grand Detroit, but in the end, the company decided to sell MotorCity Casino to Marian Ilitch.

MGM Grand Detroit Hotel And Amenities

MGM Grand Detroit is known for its distinct Art Deco-influenced architecture with stone and glass facade and rounded corners. Inside is a playground of contemporary design blended with early 20th century elements for guests to take in. There are over 3,500 slot machines and dozens of live table games available. The casino also hosts a spa, salon, and a 1,200 seat event arena where bands and various acts entertain guests.

Players can also stay at the onsite hotel with 401 rooms, including a penthouse suite. There are multiple restaurants and a bar on-site for meals, snacks, and drinks too. Guests can stop in at Wolfgang Puck Steak to try a steak dinner crafted by a celebrity chef. Or, head over to Palette Dining Studio to try something from the buffet.

The MGM Grand Detroit Loyalty Program

Players who choose MGM Grand properties for their gambling will be able to earn points using the same loyalty program, no matter where they go. The MLife Rewards Program is available at 17 MGM resorts and casinos around the world.

This program allows players to earn points based on how much they wager. Players can earn points based on how much they spend at the MGM Grand Detroit’s other venues, like the hotel, restaurant, and attractions. Players can also earn tier credits that go towards the next tier level of the loyalty program. The rate is 1 tier credit for every 1 point earned.

Players can use their points towards comps, free play, and items at the gift shop. It’s also possible to use points towards MLife Moments, which are special events available to program members. These vary from swimming with the dolphins to a day at the spa for you and three friends.

There are five tiers to the MLife Rewards Program:

• Sapphire: Players start out at the Sapphire level which gives them the ability to earn points and credits. It also allows exclusive access to mobile check-in and personalized offers.
• Pearl: Once players earn 25,000 tier credits, they reach the Pearl level. Here, players enjoy a 10% bonus on points from slots and extended expiration, complimentary self-parking, and a dedicated line at the buffet.
• Gold: When you earn 75,000 tier credits, you reach the Gold level and enjoy a 20% bonus on points earned at the slots. Players also get complimentary valet parking in Las Vegas and priority check-in.
• Platinum: At 200,000 tier credits, players reach the Platinum level with a 30% bonus on points from slots. They also enjoy priority valet and taxi service, and an annual cruise for two people.
• NOIR: By invitation only; NOIR level players can get a 40% bonus on points earned at slots, guaranteed advance hotel and restaurant reservations, and complimentary limousine service to and from the airport.

MGM Casino FAQs

The MGM Grand opened on July 29, 1999, in a lavish grand opening ceremony attended by celebrities and models.

Mgm Grand Detroit Gambling Age Guidelines

Mgm Grand Detroit Gambling Age Limits

Players must be 21 years old to check-in to and gamble at the casino.

MGM Grand Detroit is open 24 hours a day.

Mgm Grand Detroit Gambling Agency

Mgm Grand Detroit Gambling Ages

Yes, the MGM Grand has a 401-room hotel in Detroit.

Mgm Grand Detroit Gambling Losses Tax

Yes, the Palette Dining Studio is an “all-you-care-to-eat” gallery with brunch, lunch, and dinner servings.