Announcing Extended Hours, Giving the Community More Access to Gaming
At our Welcome Center we’ve been basking in the joy of our guests’ excitement since our recent opening, celebrating numerous big winners and creating wonderful memories together. To keep the good times rolling, we’re thrilled to announce an extended hours starting April 8 from Tuesday to Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM! We can’t wait to see you here and make even more fantastic memories together at the only Native American Casino in the region!
The First Light Welcome Center is open at 1 O’Connell Way, East Taunton, serving as an exciting first step toward the First Light Casino project. This milestone marks a significant achievement for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, laying the foundation for future economic growth and entertainment in the greater Taunton community. To give the community more access to gaming, the Welcome Center hours are being extended starting April 8 from Tuesday to Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM.
Featuring 40 state-of-the-art slot machines, the Welcome Center offers guests a preview of what will become the region’s premier casino destination and a key economic driver for the area. But this is just the beginning—when First Light Casino’s full Class III casino opens, it will redefine entertainment in Southeastern Massachusetts with a world-class gaming floor, high-energy table games, top-tier dining, and live entertainment.
As the only Native American casino in the region, First Light Casino represents a landmark achievement for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, ensuring economic growth, job creation, and cultural sustainability for future generations. Beyond benefiting the Tribe, First Light Casino is poised to become a major economic engine for the Taunton community. The casino will bring new jobs, attract tourism, and generate significant revenue that will support local businesses and infrastructure.
“This casino is more than just a gaming destination—it’s a symbol of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe’s resilience, sovereignty, and commitment to creating opportunities for our people and the Taunton community,” said Brian Weeden, Chairman of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe