An enormous new chapter is officially unfolding at Turning Stone Resort Casino
in the small Upstate NY town of Verona. 👀 🎲
The Oneida Indian Nation’s highly anticipated Turning Stone Evolution project is now welcoming its first guests, and it is entirely reshaping one of Upstate New York’s most popular getaway destinations.
After initially being announced as a multiyear overhaul, the resort’s massive $370 million expansion has actually arrived way ahead of schedule.
It brings a gorgeous new luxury hotel, an elevated fine dining restaurant, and a giant events complex right to our fingertips.
Here are all the details and why there’s never been a better time for a visit than this summer.
A huge new resort chapter in Upstate New York
Turning Stone’s expansion is much bigger than a simple hotel refresh.
The Evolution project completely elevates the property.
It includes the stunning new Crescent Hotel, the upscale Salt, Land and Sea, expanded outdoor event areas, and a massive conference venue called The Grand Expo.
The Crescent Hotel is directly connected to the rest of the resort. This gives guests seamless indoor access to the gaming floor, buzzing restaurants, lively entertainment venues, and future event spaces without ever having to step outside.
What’s open right now
The absolute biggest news for summer 2026 is that The Crescent Hotel has officially opened its doors as of June.
This marks a massive milestone in the property’s incredible transformation. The brand new tower adds 258 luxury rooms and suites to the already sprawling campus.
Also open now is Salt, Land and Sea.
Spanning the entire seventh floor of The Crescent Hotel, this stunning dining concept is already being called the pinnacle of dining at the resort. Guests can indulge in an incredible menu while taking in panoramic views of the beautiful natural landscape through massive floor to ceiling windows.
When to book your escape: an epic summer & fall lineup
Timing your upstate getaway around the resort’s massive entertainment schedule is the ultimate pro move and there are plenty of options to choose from!
Upstate New York summer nights are basically begging for live music, and Turning Stone’s 5,000-seat Event Center and intimate Showroom have an incredibly stacked calendar for the rest of 2026.
From massive comedy specials to chart-topping country and rock, the JamBase concert schedule shows some major headliners coming up.
Here is a quick look at the biggest events happening soon to help you plan the perfect trip:
- July 24: Belt out country anthems with Lauren Alaina.
- August 7: Catch southern rock legends The Outlaws.
- August 15: Laugh all night with stand-up comedian Pete Holmes.
- September 25: See country music icon Martina McBride live on stage.
- September 26: Keep the weekend rolling with Brantley Gilbert’s Real American Tour.
- October 10: Rock out with The Black Keys for their massive PEACHES ‘N KREAM World Tour.
Plus, for a more spontaneous weekend out, the resort’s massive Exit 33 nightlife complex hosts weekly line dancing, live DJs, and regional bands all summer long.
Why this opening is such a big deal
This is the largest transformation Turning Stone has undertaken in decades.
It marks a major shift in the entire vibe of the resort.
Instead of functioning primarily as just a casino, the property is evolving into a broader luxury destination with upscale lodging and destination dining all under one roof.
The next major phase is The Grand Expo, which is officially scheduled to open around Labor Day Weekend.
Once that massive piece debuts, the resort will deliver up to 225,000 square feet of event space. This includes a stunning 30,000 square foot Grand Ballroom.
This final touch will cement Turning Stone as one of the absolute biggest meetings and events destinations in all of New York, making it the ultimate spot to book your next major weekend escape.
🎰 To learn more about Turning Stone Resort Casino and to book a stay, head here to their website.