KINDER, LA – Coushatta Casino Resort, Louisiana’s largest casino resort, will celebrate the grand opening of its new Legacy Tower with a ceremony on Friday, May 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., marking one of the most significant expansions in the resort’s 30-year history.
Hosted by the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana, the event will bring together tribal leadership, casino executives, development partners and regional officials to commemorate the opening of the new Legacy Tower, which adds 204 guest rooms, including 100 luxury suites, and brings the resort’s total inventory to more than 1,000 rooms.
The ceremony will take place inside the newly constructed lobby and will incorporate elements that reflect the tribe’s culture, leadership and long-term vision for growth.
“This grand opening is a defining moment for Coushatta,” said Nate Tanner, GM of Coushatta Casino Resort. “Legacy Tower makes an immediate impression, from the scale of the tower itself to the unified lobby and arrival experience that brings the resort together in a new way. We are delivering a next-level experience for our guests while continuing to invest in our community, the Tribe and the future of this region.”
Grand Opening Ceremony Details
The grand opening ceremony will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Coushatta Casino Resort inside the new Legacy Tower lobby, featuring tribal leadership, resort executives, and project partners.
The program will begin with a Tribal Blessing led by a tribal Elder, followed by an introduction of the tribal princesses. Partner recognition will honor TBE Architects, Yates Construction, and The Wenaha Group for their contributions to the project. Leadership remarks will be delivered by Nate Tanner, General Manager of Coushatta Casino Resort; David Sickey, Chairman of The Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana; and members of the Coushatta Tribal Council. The ceremony will continue with traditional tribal performances and culminate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony with tribal leadership, elected officials, and project partners.
Following the ribbon cutting, guests will be invited to a post-ceremony reception featuring a cake cutting, light hors d’oeuvres, and the opportunity to experience the new space firsthand.
Legacy Tower Design
Legacy Tower is designed to serve as a bold new front door for the resort. The hotel structure features a dramatic exterior, including a seven-story LED display, along with a redesigned arrival experience and a new connecting lobby that centralizes guest access across the property.
Inside, the tower blends modern luxury with cultural storytelling. Design elements throughout the space draw inspiration from the Coushatta Tribe’s heritage, including patterns and textures influenced by traditional basketry.
Driving Growth for the Region
The expansion is part of Coushatta’s ongoing “Bigger, Better Coushatta” initiative, a multi-year investment focused on enhancing the guest experience while creating long-term economic impact. The project supports continued job creation and increased tourism across Southwest Louisiana and East Texas, reinforcing the resort’s role as a key economic driver in the region.
Additionally, the addition of Legacy Tower strengthens Coushatta’s ability to attract regional and destination visitors, particularly from Texas, while expanding capacity for gaming, entertainment and resort experiences. Legacy Tower officially opens for guest stays on May 18, 2026.
