Gun Lake Casino Resort in Wayland, Michigan, is marking its 15th anniversary in February with a promotional drawing tied to its loyalty program.
Since opening on February 10, 2011, the resort has expanded its offerings. A 16-story hotel tower opened in March 2025, adding guest rooms, dining venues, a full-service spa, and meeting and event space.
In June, the resort added the Wawyé Oasis, an indoor venue featuring a glass atrium covering more than 32,000 square feet, live palm trees, and more than 4,000 tropical plants maintained at 80 degrees. The aquatic complex includes adult and family pool areas, private cabanas, and food and beverage service. The venue is also used for concerts and live entertainment.
As part of the anniversary activities, the casino is running a February promotion for GLC Rewards Card holders. Two guests will be selected each week to receive $100 in free slot play, redeemable every week for the next 15 years. Eligibility requires cardholders to be present on Saturday evenings during the promotional period.
The promotion totals two long-term prize recipients per week, extending the payout structure beyond a one-time drawing and linking participation to on-property visitation.
“We are very proud to reach 15 great years of operation, and to celebrate, we are awarding free slot play to two lucky winners each week in February, who will each get $100 of free slot play every week for the next 15 years,” said Senior Vice President and General Manager Brian Decorah in a statement.
“Since opening, the casino has shared $207 million in revenue with the state and local community. We proudly offer a highly competitive wage, benefit, and retirement package to our 1,500 team valued members. We strive every day to continue improving the quality of life in our region.”
Gun Lake Casino Resort employs about 1,500 workers across gaming, hospitality, food and beverage, and entertainment operations.
According to a news release, on the casino’s opening day, traffic was backed up from the property entrance to the northbound and southbound exit ramps of U.S. 131, causing a traffic jam on both sides of the interstate. The Gun Lake Tribe fought for more than a decade to clear legal and political hurdles before the casino opened.
Original article: https://www.yogonet.com/international/news/2026/02/10/117498-gun-lake-casino-resort-marks-15-years-with-february-slot-play-promotion
