As of September 2024, the Village has 28 active gaming licenses in Oswego. Eleven of the licenses are held by gaming cafes, while the remaining licenses allow businesses including restaurants and gas stations to operate gaming machines. Gaming cafes are defined as establishments where the primary revenue source comes from gaming. 

See below for details on the Village's revenue, number of gaming cafes and gaming licenses from 2021 to September 2024 and a map of video gaming locations as of July 2023.

For the most recent gaming revenue data by town/establishment/year, visit the Illinois Gaming Board website.

The Village receives 5% of the revenue from video gaming and collected $560,628 in 2023. Gaming revenue is deposited in the Village’s general fund. To share feedback on video gaming in Oswego, please contact Village President Ryan Kaufman and Village Trustees by email and attend Village Board meetings.

View the Village's video gaming ordinance and license information. 

Chart: Updated October 24, 2024

Map: October 2024
Video Gaming Licenses Map Oct 2024