BENSALEM, Pa. — As the world packs its bags to descend on the Greater Philadelphia region this summer for FIFA World Cup matches and America’s 250th anniversary celebrations, visitors have a new reason to feel lucky.
Parx Casino in Bensalem has officially been ranked the No. 2 Luckiest Casino in America. The 2026 national ranking, conducted by Casinos.com and recently highlighted by Forbes, analyzed more than 830,000 guest reviews from casino resorts across the country to track self-reported winning experiences, jackpots, bonuses, and rewards.
Parx didn't just score high nationally—it completely swept the local region. It is the only casino in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware to earn a spot on the list.
Backed by the Numbers
The "lucky" title isn't just an anecdotal honor; it is backed by serious payouts. The recognition comes on the heels of a massive year for the Bucks County entertainment complex:
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$296 million+ awarded in jackpot payouts over the past year.
- 109,000+ individual jackpots of $1,200 or more.
"This is an extraordinary time for the Philadelphia region," said Carrie Nork Minelli, Director of Advertising & Public Relations for Parx Casino. "With international visitors traveling to our area for FIFA matches and America's 250th celebration, we're proud to showcase everything that makes Parx special."
"To be recognized in a national analysis of guest reviews as one of America's luckiest casinos is incredibly rewarding," Nork Minelli added. "Whether guests come for gaming, live entertainment, dining, or a day trip, our goal is to create memorable experiences and hopefully a few lucky ones, too."
A Destination Built for a Historic Summer
Situated just 20 minutes north of Center City Philadelphia and a short, easy drive from New Jersey’s major FIFA venues, the casino is uniquely positioned to handle the anticipated surge of millions of tourists.
To accommodate the influx of overnight guests, Parx recently expanded its footprint with the opening of the Parxview Hotel. The brand-new, completely smoke-free property features 160 modern guest rooms, including 16 spacious suites, a seasonal outdoor pool deck, and a complimentary shuttle service to and from the casino.
Beyond the gaming floor—which boasts 180,000 square feet, over 3,000 slot machines, and 148 live table games—Parx continues to cement itself as a full-scale entertainment hub. Visitors looking to extend their stay can catch headline acts at the 1,500-seat Xcite Center, dine at nine on-site restaurants and bars, place bets at the world-class retail sportsbook, or take in live thoroughbred horse racing.
"Philadelphia will be on the world stage, and Parx is proud to be part of that story," said Nork Minelli. "Whether you're visiting from across the country or across the globe, there's never been a better time to experience everything our region has to offer—and perhaps discover why Parx was named one of America's luckiest casinos."
