Maine’s commercial casinos recorded $12.7 million in gross revenue for February, reflecting a 9.1% year‑over‑year increase, according to the Maine Gambling Control Unit. This marks a turnaround from January, when state casino revenue had dipped 3.4%.
Slots were the main driver of February’s gains, generating $11.2 million statewide, up 14.8% from the same month the prior year. Table games, however, experienced continued weakness, falling 19.6% to $1.5 million.
Oxford Casino remained the top revenue producer in February with $7.3 million, a 4.3% increase from the prior year. Slot revenue at the property reached $6.5 million, reflecting an 11.4% gain, while table‑game revenue declined more sharply, dropping 32% to $785,664.
Located northwest of Portland, Oxford Casino has expanded steadily since its 2012 opening, including a $25 million hotel development completed in 2017. The property now includes 27,000 square feet of gaming space, nearly 1,000 machines, and 28 table games.
Hollywood Casino in Bangor posted a larger year‑over‑year growth rate than Oxford, with total February revenue rising 16.4% to $5.4 million. Slot revenue jumped 19.9% to $4.6 million, while table‑game results dipped slightly by 1% to $763,700.
The February performance contrasts with Hollywood’s January decline of 0.9%, underscoring the fluctuation typical of winter gaming activity.
The divergence between slot and table‑game performance has become a defining trend. February slot revenue represented the majority of statewide gaming income, reinforcing player preference for electronic gaming machines.
Meanwhile, table games continue to show year‑over‑year declines across both casinos. Seasonal visitor patterns, shifting consumer habits, and competitive pressures likely contribute to the downturn, though regulators did not cite a single cause.
February’s rebound provides a more stable baseline for Maine’s commercial casinos as they move further into 2026. Both properties showed improvement over January results, and slot performance remains strong even as table‑game revenue lags.
With broader U.S. interest in regulated online casino gaming continuing to grow, Maine’s brick‑and‑mortar results offer a snapshot of an industry adapting to evolving consumer behaviors. For now, February’s 9% revenue climb indicates steady momentum rather than dramatic expansion, but the state’s gaming landscape continues to shift as operators respond to market conditions and long‑term legislative developments.
