SHAKOPEE. At Canterbury Park, you'll find horse racing from May 'til Labor Day, not to mention gaming and simulcasting throughout the year. A children's play yard is available too, as are picnic facilities, restaurants, and concession stands. Racing novices can take advantage of seminars on betting before the start of each day's events. When the ponies aren't running, there may be rock concerts, motorcycle races, and swap meets.

MORTON. Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel offers blackjack tables, slot machines, and live entertainment. The immense complex consists of one hotels, RV park, four restaurants, and four bar/lounges. Conference and meeting space is also available. The casino is affiliated with Dacotah Ridge Golf Club.

PRIOR LAKE. Mystic Lake, located near the Mall of America, is purported to be the largest casino between Las Vegas and Atlantic City. It offers more than 500,000 square feet of dining, shopping, and, gaming. Interestingly, Mystic Lake's circular layout represents the four seasons, four compass points, and four cycles of life. The complex also includes a hotel, restaurants and bars, and a live entertainment venue that hosts hot live acts, including George Carlin, Chris Rock, and Clint Black.

WELCH. Located on the Mississippi River south of the Twin Cities, Treasure Island offers a variety of gaming opportunities, including blackjack tables and slot machines. The complex includes a 250-room, Caribbean-style hotel, restaurants, bar/lounges, and a marina that's home to the casino's own Mississippi River cruise ship.