Wind Creek Hospitality To Acquire Birmingham Racecourse And Casino

Wind Creek Hospitality, owned by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, and the McGregor family, owners of Birmingham Racecourse and Casino and Victoryland Casino, announced that they have entered into an agreement under which Wind Creek will acquire the Birmingham Racecourse. The sale is expected to be finalized by early 2025. Wind Creek will transform the Birmingham Racecourse into a premier entertainment destination in the Southeast and will continue to offer parimutuel and historical horse racing games currently in operation and the facility. The McGregor family has consistently sought to enhance the gaming and entertainment options at the Birmingham Racecourse, but legislative hurdles have presented challenges. Wind Creek Hospitality is based in Atmore and is one of the fastest-growing gaming companies in the country, and it plans to expand the investments made in recent years at the Birmingham Racecourse. They will be working closely with local elected and racing officials on steps moving forward as the sale is finalized and expansion plans are developed. Stephanie Bryan, Tribal chair and CEO of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, said the tribe has already been heavily involved in the Birmingham area, supporting organizations like the Birmingham Promise, Birmingham Zoo and many others. She said Wind Creek will make this facility a major economic force for the area in creating more jobs, taxes and support for the local community.