Since the early days of Las Vegas, casino resorts have tolerated smoking - especially on the gaming floor. Local historians say the move is a big deal. Recently, the resort's website was updated with a new homepage that reads: ' Let's Clear the Air: Park MGM is smoke-free.' End of an era When MGM Resorts and other casino companies moved to reopen some resorts, rumors surfaced that Park MGM likely would ban smoking. Locals have whispered for months about Park MGM becoming the Strip's first entirely smoke-free casino. It will be the last of MGM's properties to come back. Park MGM has been shuttered since March when it closed because of concerns over the coronavirus pandemic. Will it become the leader in encouraging more casino executives to make the decision to finally get rid of the smoke? MGM Resorts announced that when Park MGM reopens at the end of the month, the hotels will comprise the first fully smoke- and vape-free - including its casino - on the Las Vegas Strip.