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In Grand Portage, Minnesota, Grand Portage Lodge & Casino accommodates about 250 people under an 18+ policy. Grand Portage Casino is where non-stop gaming action takes place. The 15,000 square foot casino contains over 450 slot machines including video slots like Keno, multi-line and multi-game machines, as well as blackjack and three card poker. Grand Portage Lodge & Casino programs Blues, Classic Rock, Country, Dance, Pop, R&B, and Rock. Grand Portage Lodge & Casino accepts booking inquiries by phone. Sound and stage provisions at Grand Portage Lodge & Casino remain show-specific and should be advanced before travel is locked. Grand Portage Lodge & Casino’s in the event center capacity detail should be factored into the stage and audience plan. Final timing and event-specific arrangements with Grand Portage Lodge & Casino need agreement before the show is announced.

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(800) 543-1384

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Capacity
250
Capacity notes
in the event center.
Age policy
18+
Genres
Blues, Classic Rock, Country, Dance, Pop, R&B, Rock, Top 40
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Address
70 Casino Drive, 55605, United States
Venue phone
(800) 543-1384
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