Kickapoo Casino Shawnee is a small, machines-only casino owned and operated by the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, on West MacArthur Drive on the western edge of Shawnee, about 30 minutes east of the Oklahoma City metro. It opened in November 2012 as the tribe's second casino, alongside its larger property in Harrah. It rates 3.7 from around 1,700 Google reviewers.
Setting expectations matters here. This is a local room for a quick session, not a resort and not a destination — and with two much bigger casinos a few minutes away in Shawnee, it helps to know what you are choosing.
What's on the floor
The venue lists more than 300 electronic games. Some directories give higher figures of up to 500, so treat the count as approximate.
There are no live table games listed for Shawnee, no poker room and no hotel. The tribe's table games, restaurant and lounge are at its Harrah casino, not here. Some older listings describe electronic blackjack and electronic bingo-style games among the machines, but there is no live dealer.
The upside is a quiet, unhurried floor. Visitor reviews describe a slow, laid-back pace, and you will rarely wait for a machine.
Food and drink
Food is limited. The venue lists a bar offering quick bites and drink specials. For a full meal, plan to eat in Shawnee or at one of the larger casinos nearby.
Tips before you go
The minimum gambling age is not clearly published. The casino's own site does not state it, and third-party listings disagree — some say 18, others 21. Bring photo ID and call the casino on (405) 395-0900 to confirm before visiting if you are under 21.
Hours are also worth confirming. Google lists the casino as open 10am to 2am every day, while some directories show it as open 24 hours. Plan on the Google hours unless the casino tells you otherwise.
If you want tables, a sit-down restaurant or a hotel, this is not the venue. The Citizen Potawatomi Nation's Grand Casino and FireLake Casino are both a short drive away in Shawnee.
Nearby alternatives
The tribe's own Kickapoo Casino Harrah is about 20 minutes north-west and has table games and a restaurant. In Shawnee, Grand Casino Hotel & Resort is a full resort with a hotel and poker room, and FireLake Casino is a newly rebuilt mid-sized casino with a hotel.
For the full picture, see all Oklahoma in-person casinos.
FAQ
What are Kickapoo Casino Shawnee's hours?
Google lists the casino as open 10am to 2am every day. Some directories show 24 hours, so confirm with the casino before a late visit.
How old do you have to be to gamble at Kickapoo Casino Shawnee?
The casino does not publish its minimum age, and listings disagree between 18 and 21. Call the casino to confirm and bring photo ID.
What games are available at Kickapoo Casino Shawnee?
More than 300 electronic games. There are no live table games, no poker room and no bingo hall.
Is Kickapoo Casino Shawnee the same as Kickapoo Casino Harrah?
No. Both belong to the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, but Harrah is the larger casino with table games and a restaurant. The Shawnee location is a smaller machines-only room.