Casino Ajax

Step inside Casino Ajax and take a chance on a big night out. Casino Ajax is under an hours drive east of Toronto. Known for its collection of the latest and greatest slot machines, Casino Ajax also offers excellent entertainment and casual dining.

For special events, head to the Casino Ajax website. Casino Ajax is right next door to the famous Ajax Downs Quarter Horse race track and many other fun sites around Ajax. Keep reading for the best highlights from Destination Ontario.  

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Casino Ajax is a sure bet for great entertainment in Ajax. As part of the One Toronto Gaming family, Casino Ajax has over 800 of the best slot machines and a fantastic loyalty program redeemable on-site. The Casino has also introduced the latest in e-gambling with electronic blackjack, baccarat and roulette across many tables. Maintaining its modern entertainment, Casino Ajax is now entirely electronic, with points converted to cash when you leave. To round out your experience, the Gateways Restaurant offers a wide range of delicious meals across their extensive menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 

The fun continues outside with the Ajax Downs Quarter Horse Race Track located right next door. Ajax Downs is home to quarter horses and the only track in Ontario for Quarter Horse Racing. It’s fast and intense, with plenty of excitement for all involved. Races take place every Sunday between May and October, while the venue hosts many festivals and events throughout the year. . 

Make tracks for the Greenwood Conservation Area, a 15 minute drive north-west of Casino Ajax. The area features forests, grasslands and a range of connected hiking trails to keep your heart rate up. There is excellent signage throughout, detailing local wildlife and history. If you want to try your hand at fishing, head to Duffins Creek for a local secret. The cold, clear-running water is perfect for some of the best rainbow trout fishing in the Durham Region. 

On the way to the Greenwood Conservation Area, keep an eye out for the Deer Creek Golf Club. Ajax is home to four fantastic golf courses, with Deer Creek Golf Club being the largest. The 27-hole North Course is one of Ontario’s most elite public golf courses, with just the right balance of challenge and reward.  

If you want to test your limits, the nearby city of Pickering has entertainment of a different sort: Backyard Axe Throwing League. Visitors come from all around the Durham region to learn from the best and spend an hour throwing axes. It’s that simple, and it is that much fun. Try it out for an hour, and do not be surprised if you end up signing on for the regular league competitions.

Celebrate your winnings at Pickering Town Centre, an extensive shopping mall with over 150 stores. Swing by H&M, and Swarovski for all your shopping needs as well as local favourite, the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. The mall also houses plenty of restaurants and food outlets with an onsite cinema and virtual reality arcade to keep you entertained. 

Casino Ajax brings visitors from near and far for entertainment 24-hours a day. Make the most of your visit and enjoy the complimentary package that is Ajax. 

Last updated: March 19, 2024

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