Cheyenne City Council Approves Wyoming Downs Move
The gambling facility will relocate from Lincolnway to a new site on Nationway.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Gambling
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Cheyenne City Council has approved new permits for Wyoming Downs to relocate its local operations. The business is moving from its current address at 3617 Lincolnway to the former Cadillac Ranch site at 3307 Nationway.
Why it matters
Wyoming Downs seeks to own its property rather than lease, prompting the move to the new location. The approval arrives as the city prepares for increased competition, including a planned Bally's facility at Cheyenne Plaza.
The new 6,208-square-foot facility at 3307 Nationway will house 124 historic horse racing terminals. Cheyenne currently operates seven existing gaming facilities across the city.
The players
Wyoming Downs
This company operates off-track betting parlors and historic horse racing terminals across Wyoming.
Cheyenne City Council
This governing body holds the legislative authority to approve special use and gambling permits within city limits.
Pete Laybourn
He serves as a member of the Cheyenne City Council who opposed the issuance of the new gambling permits.
Lawrence Wolfe
He is a Cheyenne City Council member who voted against the approval of the relocation permits.
Wyoming Gaming Commission
This state regulatory agency establishes the operational requirements for gaming facilities, including security camera mandates.
The details
The council granted the special use and simulcasting permits on October 26, 2026, despite opposition from Councilors Pete Laybourn and Lawrence Wolfe. Security remains a priority, with the company maintaining surveillance mandated by the Wyoming Gaming Commission.
Timeline
October 26, 2026: Cheyenne City Council voted to approve the permits.
Past 12 months: Police recorded crime statistics for all city gaming parlors.
Next few years: A Bally's gaming location is expected to open at Cheyenne Plaza.
Culture Shift
The approval follows a documented trend from city police data showing that off-track betting parlor incidents account for less than 1% of all citywide cases. This evidence suggests that gaming facilities in the area remain low-impact sites for local law enforcement.
Residents can expect the new facility to feature expanded gaming options through its 124 horse racing terminals. The business move is intended to establish a permanent, company-owned site in the city.
The takeaway
The move enables Wyoming Downs to shift from a leased property to a company-owned location. Local gaming enthusiasts should watch for the planned addition of bar services as the new site becomes operational.
Further reading
For additional context on local industry developments, see Gambling coverage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Cap City News.
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