Diamond Tooth Gertie's Gambling Hall, Historic casino in Dawson City, Canada
Diamond Tooth Gertie's is a two-story casino in Dawson City featuring slot machines and gaming tables for blackjack, roulette, and poker. The building houses both gaming areas and a stage where performances take place throughout the evening.
The building opened in 1901 as Arctic Brotherhood Hall before becoming Canada's first casino in 1971. This transformation brought legalized gambling to the region and changed how the community viewed the site.
The nightly cancan performances bring dancers to the stage in costumes that echo the Gold Rush era entertainment style. Visitors experience these shows in a space that keeps alive the energy and spirit people sought during those years.
The casino operates daily from May through September with limited weekend hours during winter months. Visitors must be at least 19 years old and should check current opening times since seasonal schedules vary year to year.
The name comes from a Gold Rush performer who had a real diamond inserted between her front teeth. This unusual detail from local history connects the venue to a colorful figure from the past.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
