HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Eyewitness News is getting a first peek inside the newly-renovated Magic Island that’s set to reopen after 16 years, but not as a gambling venue, according to its owner. The iconic, recognizable building with the Sphinx originally opened in 1984 and once showcased Vegas-style magic shows, dining, drinking, and more. However, it has since sat empty off the Southwest Freeway near Greenbriar Drive since 2008 following Hurricane Ike and a subsequent fire. Since then, looters have rummaged through the property, but now it’s set to reopen. ABC13 has learned that a lot of the original Egyptian-themed décor will remain. New additions include a large bar, a covered patio, and a giant event ballroom. According to the…
Published Date: 2024-03-21
Source: abc13 News
