Another 15-story tower was added in 1975, followed by an RV park in 1979. The property thrived under its new management. In 1974, the casino was leased to Bill Bennett and William Pennington, taking over operations from Sarno and Mallin. Sarno and Mallin were subsequently investigated for tax code violations and alleged connections with organized crime. A 15-story tower, with 409 rooms, was added in 1972. It struggled financially during its early years, in part because of its lack of a hotel. Circus Circus was the first family-oriented casino in Las Vegas. It included a casino on its first floor, while a second floor contained carnival games for children. It opened without a hotel on October 18, 1968. The resort also includes the Adventuredome, an indoor amusement park.Ĭircus Circus was originally owned by Jay Sarno and Stanley Mallin. It features circus and trapeze acts, as well as carnival games, at its Carnival Midway.
Circus Circus includes the largest permanent circus in the world.
