The Fiesta Henderson, which closed its doors in March 2020, still has an uncertain fate. Casino owner Joe DeSimone said no one has shown interest in reviving the destination.
Fiesta Henderson was one of three casinos in North Las Vegas’ Water Street district that closed in 2020. Both the Texas Station and Fiesta Rancho also closed in March 2020.
DeSimone contacted Red Rock Resorts last year to see if the company was looking to purchase the facility. “They weren’t receptive. I think they just wrote it off,” he said.
Emerald Island and Rainbow Club casino operator Tim Brooks said he was not interested in purchasing the Fiesta Henderson.
He commented: “I'd like to see more residences. Obviously, when there are more people in the area, there's more money in the area. I think that would benefit small operators. I think we'll have a chance to pick up extra business as more people move to the area.”
Henderson Mayor-elect Michelle Romero said in a statement that it is too soon to determine what the future will hold for the site.
“We are working with our economic development and redevelopment staff to determine the best use for this land,” Romero said. “The expansion of the Interstate and the state of our economy will be contributing factors as to what is developed.”
DeSimone said shutting down the Fiesta Henderson was bittersweet, but remains optimistic that the space will someday be used for the good of the community.
He concluded by saying: “I’m sad to see it go, but not too sad. I'm encouraged and hopeful that whoever buys it does something constructive. It’s just a really important piece of property in Henderson.”
