Kewadin Casino in Christmas, MI is part of a chain of five casinos owned and operated by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians. This page contains visitor information and a list of gambling options.
By: Dan Bradley If you’re a gambler in Michigan, you’re likely already familiar with the Kewadin Casino chain. With locations in Sault Ste. Marie, St. Ignace, Manistique, Hessel, and Christmas, the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians has a firm hold on betting operations in the Upper Peninsula.
On this page, we’ve provided an overview of Kewadin Casino Christmas. You’ll find details about the types of gambling available at the venue as well as non-gambling options and casino contact information.
The Kewadin Casino opened in Christmas, MI in 1994; in the same year, the Soo Tribe also opened gambling operations in Manistique and Hessel. As you might have guessed from the name of the town, the casino carries a Christmas theme, complete with a statue of Santa to greet you at the casino entrance.
A modest but respectable 8,400 square foot gaming floor is home to nearly 250 slot and video gaming machines. Sports betting kiosks are available in the bar area.
The table game selection is limited to Blackjack and Let it Ride, with games only offered from 4:00 PM to midnight Wednesday-Sunday.
RV parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not available, but you’re welcome to call the casino to confirm if there are openings.
Patrons should strongly consider enrolling in the Northern Rewards Club, which is free to join and leads to lucrative casino benefits. Perks of the program include gameplay credits, free meals at the casino, discounted/free hotel stays, and other exclusive rewards.
Yes, Michigan sports betting is available at Kewadin Casino Christmas. Casino patrons can place their bets using the Caesars Sportsbook-branded self-service digital kiosks that are located in Frosty’s Pub ‘n’ Grub.
To place a wager (or several wagers) using one of the kiosks, put your money into the machine (cash only), add the markets you’re betting on to the slip, and tap “place bet.” The kiosk will then print your ticket, which you will need to hang onto until all lines on the ticket are settled.
If you’re a winner, you’ll be able to collect with the casino cashier by presenting your ticket and a photo ID. Depending on how much money you win, you may also need to fill out a tax form.
When the Kewadin Casinos were first setting up sports betting operations, the tribe signed a partnership deal with WynnBET, allowing the latter to have a retail sportsbook presence in Michigan while also operating an online casino.
However, in February 2024, Caesars Entertainment acquired all of WynnBET’s iGaming licenses in Michigan. This acquisition required significant rebranding of all WynnBET machines in the state, particularly at the Kewadin casinos; you’ll now find all of the betting kiosks to run on Caesars’ software.
This also means you can use the Caesars Sportsbook Michigan app to make your wagers and collect your winnings at Kewadin Christmas. However, if you’re planning to do so, common courtesy is to give the casino at least 24 hours notice from the time you’re planning to collect.
Here is a list of the types of gambling offered at Kewadin Casino Christmas
If you need a break from gambling, Frosty’s Pub ‘N’ Grub is the place to go! Open daily, the restaurant features generous portions of lunch and dinner items, including soups, salads, sandwiches, appetizers, burgers, and pizzas.
A full menu, as well as information about weekly specials, can be found on the Kewadin Christmas website.