The hall has been in the hands of the Ho-Chunk Nation since 1978, when it was founded by the late Milton “Smokey” Hopper. The hall also offers social activities, such as an annual St Patrick’s Day party. Ho-Chunk Bingo is open from 12pm to 12am daily and offers traditional bingo games, as well as special events, such as a casino night and a Thanksgiving feast. The hall has a long history of supporting local events and charities, including its annual St Patrick’s Day party which raises money for local children’s charities. It is an important part of the community and supports local businesses and charities. Ho-Chunk Bingo is one of only a few Native American-owned and operated businesses in Wisconsin.
All Ho-Chunk gaming venues were rebranded, along with Dejope, in 2010. Smokey was a prominent leader in the Ho-Chunk Nation and served as the first chairman of the tribe’s gaming commission. The casino opened in 1999 as Dejope Bingo & Entertainment but changed their name to Dejope Gaming on New Years Eve 2006 after a massive renovation and introduction of bingo powered slot machines. Ho-Chunk Bingo also offers social activities, such as an annual St. It offers traditional bingo games, as well as special events, such as a casino night and a Thanksgiving feast. The hall has six card tables and is open from 12pm-12am daily. It was founded in 1978 and is one of the oldest bingo halls in the state. Ho-Chunk Bingo is a Native American-owned and operated bingo hall in Wausau, Wisconsin.
