Elements Casino Grand River, Elora
This page looks at Elements Casino Grand River, the room at Grand River Raceway in Elora, from a Dundas point of view. It covers where the casino sits, what is on the floor, how its summer racing differs from Flamboro Downs, and what the guide does not list.
Part 1
A longer trip north from Dundas
From Dundas, Flamboro is the short hop up Highway 5. Elements Casino Grand River is a different kind of outing. It sits at Grand River Raceway, 7445 Wellington County Rd 21, Elora. That is 59.3 km northwest of central Dundas in a straight line, not a road distance. From Flamboro Downs, the straight line measures 52.9 km.
Ownership and operation of the raceway rest with the Grand River Agricultural Society, which is not-for-profit. It opened in 2004, and the first race went off on April 24, 2004, on a 5/8-mile track. The guide gives no drive time, so plan the route yourself. Casino questions go to 519-846-2022.
Is it worth the trip? That depends on the evening you have in mind. Grand River pairs a summer harness meet with a floor of slots and electronic games, while Flamboro stays the nearer room.
Checked October 10, 2026 · 7445 Wellington County Rd 21, Elora, ON N0B 1S0
Plan your visit
Hours
- Casino floor Always open, 7 days a week.
On the floor
- A newly expanded floor holding more than 500 slot machines. High limit slots.
- Electronic table games. Roulette, baccarat, sic bo, blackjack. Live table games not offered. Poker room not offered.
- Sports betting kiosk. In The GrandWay Lounge, wagering on simulcast harness and thoroughbred races, 7 days a week.
- Free admission. Between June and September, most Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings bring live harness racing, with the first race at 6:20 p.m.
Food and drink
- Casino food outlet Lo mein, poutine, foot-long hot dogs and sandwiches. No hours published.
- Getaway Restaurant Casino-run restaurant, with tarmac BBQ. Hours vary, call 519-846-2022.
- The GrandWay Lounge Raceway-operated trackside lounge and bar showing simulcast racing. Open year-round.
- Captain's Quarters Seating overlooking the track. No buffet.
Parking
- Parking is free, with hundreds of spaces in a big lot.
Getting there
- RIDE WELL rideshare on demand, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Friday; book through the app, online or at 1-833-900-7433. No fixed bus route.
Access
- Raceway. No pets except service dogs.
At the door
- Casino floor 19+. Race nights open to all ages.
Rewards card
- Great Canadian Rewards. Membership costs nothing; enrol on the web or in person at Guest Services. Comp Dollars accepted.
Sources: greatcanadian.com, grandriverraceway.com, wellington.ca. Unpaid links. Hours and menus change; holiday hours are not in this list.
Part 2
What is on the floor
Slot machines and electronic table games make up the floor at Grand River. Roulette, baccarat, sic bo and blackjack all appear in electronic form. Great Canadian's directory lists no live table games here, so Flamboro regulars should not plan around a dealer. A high-limit slots area, a sportsbook kiosk and dining round out the listing. Entry to the casino is 19+.
Members of Great Canadian Rewards can use Comp Dollars at Grand River, and parking is complimentary. The casino floor is always open, seven days a week, as at the other Elements rooms. Check the venue's page before setting out, especially on holidays.
Part 3
Summer racing next to Flamboro's nights
Grand River runs harness racing only, and live racing is a summer affair. Between June and September, most Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings carry a card. Post time for race one is 6:20 p.m., and a night runs 10 to 12 races.
Flamboro Downs keeps a different rhythm. On paper the usual nights do not overlap, but check both race calendars before committing to an evening.
Simulcast racing runs year-round in The GrandWay Lounge, so the screens stay on after the live meet ends. Admission to live racing is free, and so is parking.
Asked at the rail
Questions
Are there live dealers at Elements Casino Grand River?
Great Canadian's directory shows slots plus electronic versions of table games: blackjack, roulette, baccarat and sic bo. Live table games at Grand River do not appear on it. The casino is 19+, and the venue's page is the place to confirm what is on the floor.
When does Grand River Raceway race?
From June to September, live harness cards run on most Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the evening. The first race goes at 6:20 p.m. on those nights. Check the raceway's schedule before driving up, since not every one of those nights carries a card. Simulcast racing runs year-round in The GrandWay Lounge.