WASHINGTON, D.C., SPORTS BETTING: BETMGM ONLINE & RETAIL SPORTSBOOKS
The BetMGM online sportsbook is available in the District of Columbia!
You can also place in-person wagers at the BetMGM Sportsbook at Nationals Park. Luxury seating, food and beverages, and dozens of TVs make it a spectacular experience for sports fans.
New and existing users can check the Washington, D.C., sportsbook promos page for updated sports betting promotions.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, both online and land-based sports betting is legal in Washington, D.C. Sports betting was first legalized with the Sports Wagering Lottery Amendment Act of 2018.
This legislation was introduced as Act 22-944 on Sept. 28, 2018, before being signed in by the mayor and enacted as Act 22-594 on Jan. 23, 2019. It was published in the DC Register, with the law L22-0312 being effective in May in the same year.
Yes, but there are restrictions specific to betting on college sports. Sports bettors cannot place bets on games in which any D.C. college is taking part, no matter where the game is played. You also can’t place bets on any college sports event that occurs in D.C., regardless of the participants.
You can place wagers on college and university teams and events that are based outside the District of Columbia.
Washington, D.C., bettors can place wagers for many sports, including:
There are two ways to place a bet:
Mobile: You can bet on the BetMGM iOS app or BetMGM Google Play app.
Retail: Place in-person wagers at the BetMGM Sportsbook at Nationals Park.
Individuals must be 18 years old to engage in sports betting in Washington, D.C.