# nassau # casino

**Sands Casino Nassau Coliseum** ## **What is Sands Casino Nassau Coliseum?** Sands Casino Nassau Coliseum is a casino and entertainment complex located in Uniondale, New York. The casino is owned and operated by Sands Bethlehem, a subsidiary of Las Vegas Sands Corporation. The casino opened in 1999 and features a variety of gaming options, including slots, table games, and a poker room. The casino also has a number of restaurants and bars, as well as a live entertainment venue. ## **History of Sands Casino Nassau Coliseum** The site of the Sands Casino Nassau Coliseum was originally home to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, a multi-purpose arena that opened in 1972. The arena was the home of the New York Islanders of the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1972 to 2015. In 2015, the Islanders moved to Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. After the Islanders left, the Nassau Veterans Memorial…