New casino at Nittany Mall in Pennsylvania to be named Happy Valley
Construction of the venue is underway.
US.- SC Gaming has announced that its upcoming casino at the Nittany Mall in State College, Pennsylvania, will be named Happy Valley Casino. Construction of the casino is underway and is expected to be complete by early spring 2026. Poole Anderson Construction is the general contractor on the project.
In January, SC Gaming announced it had entered into a Framework Agreement with Saratoga Casino Holdings to partner on the project. Subject to regulatory approvals, Happy Valley Casino will include up to 750 slot machines, 30 table games, a full-service restaurant and a quick-serve dining option.
Eric Pearson, CEO of SC Gaming, said: “We feel that the name and logo pays homage to the rich history, picturesque landscapes and enduring spirit of the Happy Valley community that we are proud to be a part of. The project is off to a great start and we’re confident that once it is completed we’ll deliver a premier experience focusing on fun, excitement and hospitality that compliments Happy Valley and serves as a catalyst for further exciting development of the Dale Summit region around the Nittany Mall.”
Pennsylvania gaming revenue increases year-over-year in April
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has reported that the combined revenue generated from all forms of gaming along with fantasy contests in April was $558.7m, up 10.7 per cent year-over-year but down 2.8 per cent from March 2025.
Retail slot revenue was $203m, down 1.16 per cent year-over-year, from 24,363 machines. Tax revenue totalled $102.8m. Retail table games revenue was $80.6m, up 2.7 per cent year-over-year. Tax revenue was $13.4m.
