FIFA World Cup 2026 Kicks Off: Experience Every Match at Shangri La Tbilisi

11.06.2026

Today, 11 June, the world’s attention turns to the biggest sporting event of the year as the FIFA World Cup 2026 officially begins. Running until 19 July, this edition will become the largest in football history, bringing together 48 national teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada and Mexico.

For football fans in Georgia, the tournament has a special meaning. Over the past few years, Georgian football has captured the attention of Europe with its passion, talent and fighting spirit. After a series of memorable international performances, supporters once again have every reason to believe that the national team can continue its impressive journey on football’s biggest stage.

At Shangri La Tbilisi, we believe that great sporting moments should be shared. Throughout the championship, guests will be able to watch live broadcasts of the matches, follow the tournament bracket updated inside the casino and enjoy a special Football Championship Menu created by our chefs exclusively for the event.

The menu features classic match-day favourites prepared with a Shangri La touch, from crispy beer snacks and signature appetisers to gourmet sandwiches and sharing plates, perfectly complemented by a wide selection of drinks.

For those who enjoy adding even more excitement to the game, the championship atmosphere naturally extends to our entertainment areas. Guests can discover the thrill of our Table Games, or Slots and follow the action throughout the tournament, or spend the evening in the comfort and privacy of our VIP.

Football, great food and world-class entertainment have always brought people together. This summer, Shangri La Tbilisi becomes the place where fans can celebrate every goal, every victory and every unforgettable moment of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

For more information about our FIFA World Cup 2026 experience, special menu and entertainment offerings, please visit our Contact page.

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Shangri La Tbilisi Casino 10th Anniversary!

22.12.2024

On September 22, 2022, the Shangri La Tbilisi casino celebrated its birthday. The celebration of casino 10th anniversary were set with grandeur and glamor. The square in front of the casino has turned into a real carnival show. Guests were greeted by artists of the original genre in colorful costumes, a street orchestra set a wonderful rhythm for the day at the very beginning of the evening, and a fire show in front of the casino entrance became a vivid embodiment of the celebration of the anniversary.

There were many surprises for guests inside the casino itself: a bright photo zone, an exquisite interior decorated with fresh flowers, and, of course, a rich buffet in accordance with the best traditions of Georgian hospitality. The real star of the evening concert program was the great Nino Katamadze. The guests warmly welcomed the unique vocalist on the stage of the Shangri La Tbilisi casino and literally bathed her in a standing ovation. The bright, unique, philosophical and very emotional music of Nino Katamadze certainly became a symbol of a new wonderful decade in the history of Shangri La Tbilisi casino, which first opened its doors to guests in 2012 and up to this day remains the most prestigious institution with highest service standard in Georgia.

Shangri La Tbilisi is part of an international casino network, well known for its high level of service, classic table games, modern slot machines, VIP club and restaurant, where each guest will enjoy the game, pleasant environment and comfort.

5 years in a row shangri la casino tbilisi wins golden brand award

22.12.2024

Casino Shangri La Tbilisi has been awarded with No.1 Status for the fifth time.

One of the most prestigious business award in Georgia, the Golden Brand, which encourages
businesses and provides incentives to improve the business environment in Georgia already for 17 years, was given to Shangri La Tbilisi in the Best Casino nomination. Casino Shangri La has been awarded with No.1 Status for the fifth time in a row.

The best brands are determined by experts and consumers in an open and transparent way. The survey conducted by Global Idea and THE FINANCIAL consisted of two phases. At the first phase Golden Brands were selected by professors and lecturers of higher educational institutions, top company executives, specialists of business administration, consulting groups, representatives of state and non-state business organizations and economic experts. The panel selected their favorite two brands in each category for nomination. During the second phase, there was a poll amongst consumers and one of the two brands was named as the Golden Brand in each industry.

Shangri La Casino Tbilisi is considered as the number one gaming venue in Georgia due to its high level of customer service and reputation.

Shangri La continues to support “Bakuriani-2023”

22.12.2024

On 25th of April for the first time in Georgia, the archery championship among couples – “Bakuriani-2023” was held. Beneficiaries living in different regions of Georgia took part in the championship. Each pair was represented by a disabled female and a war veteran, amputee, low vision, hearing impaired and spinal cord injured person.

The championship was held within the framework of the Olympic system and three winning couples were identified. Third Place was taken by Gela Kheladze, a veteran soldier from peacekeeping mission and Stella Andriuk with limb loss, the second place were taken by Papuna Skhulukhia, a soldier in the peacekeeping mission, and Irma Zveriashvili who has to use wheelchair, and first place winners of the championship from Kutaisi, David Akhrakhadze and his spouse Irma Partsvania, in wheelchair. Medals and diplomas were awarded to the winning couples, while the first-place winners received a transitional cup, which will be placed in Kutaisi municipality for one year.

The championship was organized by the National Archery Federation with great help of professional instructors and also disabled persons – war veteran Revaz Gorgadze and Giorgi Managadze in wheelchairs.

Shangri La entertainment complex management sees high importance of supporting the “Bakuriani-2023” project within the framework of social responsibility companywide. And due to contribution to the implementation of Article 30 of the 2006 United Nations Convention on the Protection of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and, by promoting and the establishment of equal rights in the society of disabled people, military personnel wounded in the peacekeeping mission and war veterans.