Missouri

What is a bingo hall?

A bingo hall is anywhere that you can play bingo! That does mean that some bingo halls are just that, like Kansas City Optimist Bingo, but other bingo halls may have a day job! This is especially true in Missouri, where bingo is played to raise money for charities; lots of charities host bingo games in their own venues. As a result, you might find that your local bingo hall is also a veterans' club like American Legion, a church like St Jude's Parish Bingo, or even somewhere like a school or a bar! Wherever you end up for your bingo games, you're sure to have a great time. And in Missouri, you can enjoy the bingo even more knowing it will be raising money for a worthy cause! Whether your chosen bingo hall is big or small, busy or cozy, you'll have a fantastic experience enjoying one of the world's best loved games. After all, wherever it's held, bingo is bingo, and that's part of the magic! When you play, you're joining a worldwide community of bingo players!

How does a bingo game work?

Bingo is a much-loved game, but if you've never played before, it might seem a little daunting! It's fast paced, and everyone seems to know what they're doing... but the truth is, bingo is pretty simple once you know what's happening! Here's your guide to what happens at a typical bingo game. It's always a good idea to arrive early, because there are few things to do before the game actually begins. You'll need to park up if you drive, pay an entry fee if there is one, and once you're in the hall, you can get your bingo cards. These might be covered by your entry fee, or you may have to pay for them. Once you've got your bingo cards, you can find a seat and settle in! When the game begins, the bingo caller will announce the prize up for grabs, as well as the pattern you have to match to win. This might be simple, like a line or a full house, or it could be something fancier like a fish, a checkerboard, or an arrow. Then the game will begin and everyone will have eyes down as the caller begins shouting the numbers out. Mark off the numbers on your card as they are called, and keep an eye on which boxes you need to mark for the winning pattern. The first player to match all the right boxes must shout BINGO!

How do I choose a bingo hall in Missouri?

If you're hoping to play bingo, but have no idea where to start, don't panic! You're in the right place. BingoPort is designed to help all bingo players find their perfect local bingo hall. If you're looking for bingo in Missouri, then great! You've found the right page. The first thing to do when looking for a new bingo hall is to narrow your choices down by location. It's no good finding a fantastic bingo hall in Kansas City if you live in St Louis! Choose your nearest town from the list, and you'll see all the bingo halls closest to you. If any jump out and grab your attention- great! Maybe your favourite church has a bingo night that you'd like to attend. If not, then you can browse the BingoPort pages to get an idea of what each hall is like. What facilities and games do they offer? From here, you can choose a hall that looks like it'll suit you the best. The absolute best part of choosing a bingo hall is that you don't have to pick just one- try a few and decide on a favourite!

What makes a fantastic bingo hall?

So, you've found your nearest bingo halls, but how do you know which ones are any good? Everyone has such positive things to say about their favourite bingo hall, but here's the thing- one player's 'perfect' bingo hall might not look anything like your idea of fun! The key to finding a perfect bingo hall is to find one that's perfect for YOU. Some players will enjoy a quiet, local bingo game with their church friends, while other players hanker after big, busy games with larger jackpots and more competition. Some bingo halls offer prizes rather than cash jackpots, which will delight some players but annoy the heck out of others who came seeking their prize in dollars! The answer to finding a fantastic bingo hall is to consider what makes a bingo night perfect for you, and find a hall that does the things you love.

Everything you need to know about gambling and Missouri

Several forms of gambling are legal in Missouri, when correctly licensed and legislated. Casinos are permitted on floating facilities like casino boats, and many resort hotels are constructed on the riverbanks to allow for an attached casino. Poker is available at several of these casinos, alongside the usual table games. This means that the casino industry is booming in Missouri, with tourists flocking to casino resorts for vacations and weekends away. Bingo is legal in Missouri if it is organised for charity, and it's a popular game. There is also a state lottery, the proceeds of which are put towards good causes like furthering education. Horse racing is legal in Missouri, but thanks to the state's huge casino industry, betting on horse racing is somewhat of a dead industry and does not really have a foothold within Missouri.

Interesting Facts

• The St Louis World's Fair in Missouri is responsible for a few now-beloved inventions, including the waffle ice cream cone, and iced tea.
• Missouri's name means "the town of large canoes".
• The crop that brings in the most money in the state of Missouri is soybeans. Soybeans are commonly used to make oil, soy milk, and tofu.
• Missouri is known as the "Show Me State". This is apparently from a speech in 1899 by Congressman Willard Duncan Vandiver, who said "For thy eloquence neither convinces nor satisfies me. I am from Missouri. You have got to show me."
• The flag of Missouri is horizontal stripes- red, white, and blue. In the center of the flag is a ring of stars, and a crest flanked by two bears.

Towns in Missouri