Tucson casino dome lighting brings completion closer
10 Feb 2026
“Vahi Taa’am” (pronounced vah-hee tah-ahm) means “Three Suns” in Yoeme, the language of the Pascua Yaqui people. The name honors the Tribe’s third casino property, joining Casino Del Sol on Valencia Road and Casino of the Sun, while symbolizing light, renewal, and a bright future for the community.
The afternoon program featured an interior preview. Positioned from a balcony, select guests were invited to view the interior structure of the gaming floor, the high-limit room, entrances, executive offices, and the casino’s main restaurant, OP Grill, which is short for Old Pascua, giving a nod to the land trust the casino is built on. The development stands on culturally significant land acquired through the Old Pascua Community Land Acquisition Act, which enabled the Tribe to take the land into trust.
The reception brought together Tribal leadership, project partners including members of McCarthy Construction and YESCO, which constructed the dome and its interior lighting, and community stakeholders for an evening of celebration recognizing the vision and collaboration advancing this transformative project.
“Lighting the dome is more than a construction milestone—it’s a powerful symbol of what Vahi Taa’am represents: light, momentum, and a future we’re building together,” said Amanda Lomayesva, Interim CEO of Casino Del Sol.
Located at 1055 West Grant Road, Tucson, AZ 85757, just off Interstate 10, the new Casino Del Sol, Vahi Taa’am development will feature a 52,334-square-foot gaming floor, multiple dining options, and a multi-level parking garage. The property is expected to create 500 new jobs for the region.
The project has reached several significant milestones in recent years. Construction began with a groundbreaking ceremony in January 2025. The next phase will focus on the interior buildout, with full completion now set for 11 November 2026.