Published on: May 15, 2026, 11:19h.
Updated on: May 15, 2026, 11:19h.
- The Rock & Brews Casino in Braman, Oklahoma, is set to undergo a remarkable 25,000-square-foot expansion, including a 1,000-seat entertainment venue and an RV park.
- Managed by the Kaw Nation in collaboration with KISS founders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, this initiative aims to establish the site as a go-to location for live performances, comedy shows, and combat sports.
- Construction is slated to commence in May 2026, with the RV park clubhouse anticipated to launch by August 2026 and the comprehensive entertainment facility projected for completion by May 2027.
Rock & Brews Casino in Braman, Oklahoma, is set for a significant expansion that will introduce a 25,000-square-foot entertainment complex alongside a full-service RV park, marking the largest growth since its inception in 2022. This casino, run in collaboration with Kaw Nation, extends the Rock & Brews restaurant brand co-founded by KISS members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley in 2010.
The forthcoming entertainment venue, named R&B Live, will boast a 1,000-seat performance hall designed for concerts, comedy acts, combat sports, game shows, trade exhibitions, and private or tribal events.
Kim Jenkins, chair of the Kaw Nation, lauded the project as a cultural and economic milestone for the tribe. “It’s more than just a building,” she remarked in remarks captured by Sumner NewsCow. “This is a key capital investment in our future, our culture, and the sustained growth of Kaw Nation. The event center will attract exciting concerts and diverse events, while also serving as a venue for our cultural gatherings, rain or shine.”
The entertainment facility will also feature a bistro-style bar, communal gathering areas, and a VIP dining room tailored for large parties and exclusive events in an upscale atmosphere.
Complementing the performance venue, the casino will establish a 21-space RV park situated approximately 100 yards southeast of the main premises. Designed for travelers along the bustling I-35 route, the park will provide full hookups—water, sewer, and electricity—along with a 1,200-square-foot clubhouse containing restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities. The tribe envisions the RV park as not only accommodating overnight visitors but also facilitating longer stays, thereby enhancing the casino’s appeal to regional tourists.
Construction for both ventures is set to kick off this month. The RV park is expected to be the first to launch, targeting an opening in August 2026, followed by the entertainment center, anticipated for May 2027.