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Delaware Sports Betting: Legal Sportsbooks, Betting Apps and Laws in 2026

Sports betting is legal in Delaware, both online and in person. This guide covers where to bet in Delaware, what you can bet on, how the law works and what is likely to change.

✓ Is sports betting legal in Delaware? Yes.Delaware took its first full sports wagers on June 5, 2018, ahead of every state except Nevada. The market is regulated by the Delaware State Lottery Office.

Legal statusOnline and in person	Minimum age21+
Licensed online sportsbooks1 (BetRivers)	Retail sportsbooks3 casinos
Retail launchJune 5, 2018	Online launchDecember 27, 2023
RegulatorDelaware State Lottery Office	Banned marketsDelaware colleges, high school

Where to bet on sports in Delaware

Option	Where	What you can bet
Online and mobile	BetRivers app and website, statewide	Single games, parlays, live betting, futures, props
Casino sportsbooks	Delaware Park, Bally’s Dover, Harrington Raceway	Full betting menu
Lottery retailers	More than 100 locations statewide	Football parlay cards only

Delaware online sports betting and betting apps

Delaware has a single-operator online market, far smaller than its neighbors. The Delaware Lottery partnered with Rush Street Interactive in 2023, making BetRivers the exclusive online sportsbook. The BetRivers Delaware sportsbook went live on December 27, 2023.

BetRivers Delaware	Details
Bet types	Moneylines, point spreads, totals, futures and player props
Parlays	Same-game and multi-game parlays
Live betting	Yes
Minimum age	21+
Location	You must be physically inside Delaware
Residency	Not required

Sportsbooks reviewed on 123bet

With only one state-licensed app, many Delaware bettors compare other options. 123bet reviews every major brand, with bonuses, payout speeds and ratings on each page. See all operator reviews.

Offshore sportsbooks

These sportsbooks are based outside the US and are not licensed or regulated by the Delaware Lottery. Check each review for state availability and terms before you sign up.

Sportsbook	Best for	Review
BetOnline	Early betting lines, fast crypto cashouts, poker and racebook included	BetOnline review
Everygame	Operating since 1996, crypto and fiat banking	Everygame review
XBet	Wide range of sports markets, weekly horse racing rebate	XBet review
MyBookie	Sportsbook and casino, weekly promos, daily racebook rebate	MyBookie review
BetNow	Sportsbook, casino, poker and racebook in one account	BetNow review
SportsBetting	High betting limits and telephone support	SportsBetting review
BetUS	30+ years established, in-play NFL, NBA, MLB and UFC	BetUS review
BetAnything	Reduced -105 juice and deep sports markets	BetAnything review
YouWager	Player props, high limits, 24/7 phone support	YouWager review
Lucky Rebel	Live in-play betting, fast Bitcoin Lightning withdrawals	Lucky Rebel review

Prediction markets and horse racing

Prediction markets let you trade contracts on sports outcomes rather than bet against a sportsbook. State availability varies and is changing, so check each review first.

Operator	Type	Best for	Review
Novig	Prediction market	A sports exchange with player props	Novig review
Kalshi	Prediction market	Sports, politics, weather and crypto markets	Kalshi review
Polymarket	Prediction market	The best-known prediction market	Polymarket review
MyWinners	Racebook	Licensed pari-mutuel betting since 1996, 100+ live horse races daily	MyWinners review

Regulated sportsbooks in neighboring states

Sportsbook	Licensed in Delaware?	Review
DraftKings	No	DraftKings review
FanDuel	No	FanDuel review
BetMGM	No	BetMGM review

You can use these sportsbooks only while physically located in a state where they are licensed, such as neighboring Pennsylvania, New Jersey or Maryland.

Delaware retail sportsbooks

Delaware has three retail sportsbooks, one at each of its casinos. All three offer the same betting menu under Delaware Lottery rules.

Casino sportsbook	City	Single-game bets
Delaware Park Casino	Wilmington	Yes
Bally’s Dover Casino Resort	Dover	Yes
Harrington Raceway & Casino	Harrington	Yes

Delaware parlay cards

Outside the casinos, Delaware retailers sell football parlay cards only, not single-game bets. The Sports Pick game covers NFL and college football parlays. Parlay cards were once the only legal sports bet in Delaware and stayed on sale after single-game and mobile betting arrived.

What can you bet on in Delaware?

Market	Can you bet on it?
NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL	Yes
Out-of-state college football and basketball	Yes
Tennis, MMA and motorsports	Yes
Horse racing	Yes
University of Delaware Blue Hens	No
Delaware State Hornets	No
High school sports	No

Delaware has no major league team, so most local action goes on nearby franchises.

Team	League	Can you bet on them?
Philadelphia Eagles	NFL	Yes
Philadelphia 76ers	NBA	Yes
Philadelphia Phillies	MLB	Yes
Philadelphia Flyers	NHL	Yes
Baltimore Ravens	NFL	Yes
Baltimore Orioles	MLB	Yes

Delaware sports betting law and history

Date	What happened
1976	The Delaware Lottery introduces the Sports Pick parlay card game.
2009	Delaware passes its sports betting law.
June 2018	Full single-game betting launches at the three casinos.
August 2023	The Delaware Lottery agrees a deal making Rush Street Interactive its sole online and retail sports betting operator.
December 2023	BetRivers launches online.
2024	HB 365, which would have let each casino partner with up to two online sportsbooks, fails to pass before the session ends.

Will DraftKings and FanDuel launch in Delaware?

Not yet. Neither DraftKings nor FanDuel holds a Delaware license. A legislative working group recommended that Delaware open online betting to multiple operators. As of 2026, BetRivers remains the only legal online sportsbook. Any expansion needs new legislation.

Delaware sports betting taxes

Tax	What applies
Delaware state tax	Up to 6.6% on gambling winnings
Federal tax	Winnings are also taxable federally

Speak to a tax professional about your own position.

Responsible gambling in Delaware

Bet only what you can afford to lose. Set deposit and time limits in your sportsbook account. Free, confidential help is available 24/7 on 1-800-GAMBLER.

Delaware sports betting FAQs

Is sports betting legal in Delaware?

Yes. Sports betting is legal in Delaware online and in person, regulated by the Delaware State Lottery Office.

Is online sports betting legal in Delaware?

Yes. Online sports betting has been live in Delaware since December 2023 through BetRivers.

What sportsbook apps are legal in Delaware?

BetRivers is the only legal online sportsbook and betting app in Delaware.

Can I use DraftKings or FanDuel Sportsbook in Delaware?

No. Neither DraftKings nor FanDuel is licensed for sports betting in Delaware. Daily fantasy sports are legal in Delaware through a variety of operators.

Are offshore sportsbooks legal in Delaware?

Offshore sportsbooks such as BetOnline, Everygame and MyBookie are not licensed or regulated by the Delaware Lottery, so Delaware’s player protections do not apply. Read our operator reviews before you sign up.

Can I use prediction markets in Delaware?

Availability varies by platform and is changing. Check our Novig, Kalshi and Polymarket reviews for the latest.

Can I bet on horse racing in Delaware?

Yes. The minimum age for horse racing is 18. Racebooks reviewed on 123bet include MyWinners.

How old do I have to be to bet on sports in Delaware?

You must be 21 or older to bet on sports, and 18 or older for horse racing.

Do I have to live in Delaware to bet there?

No. You only need to be 21 or older and physically located in Delaware when you place the bet.

Where can I bet on sports in person in Delaware?

At Delaware Park, Bally’s Dover and Harrington Raceway & Casino.

Can I bet on the Delaware Blue Hens?

No. Betting on Delaware college teams is banned, including the Blue Hens and Delaware State Hornets.

Can I bet on college football and basketball in Delaware?

Yes, provided no Delaware school is involved.

Can I bet on the Philadelphia Eagles in Delaware?

Yes. All NFL games and markets are available, including Eagles moneylines, spreads, totals, props and Super Bowl futures.

What are Delaware parlay cards?

Football parlay cards sold at lottery retailers across the state. You pick multiple NFL or college football games on one ticket, and every pick must win.

Can I place single-game bets at a Delaware lottery retailer?

No. Retailers sell parlay cards only. Single-game bets are available at the three casinos and on BetRivers.

Is live betting available in Delaware?

Yes. BetRivers offers live in-play betting.

Who regulates sports betting in Delaware?

The Delaware State Lottery Office.

Are sports betting winnings taxed in Delaware?

Yes. Winnings are subject to federal tax and Delaware state income tax of up to 6.6%.

When did Delaware legalize sports betting?

Full single-game betting launched on June 5, 2018. Online betting followed on December 27, 2023.

Will more sportsbooks come to Delaware?

Possibly. Lawmakers have proposed opening the market to up to six more operators, but no expansion bill has passed.

Is online casino gambling legal in Delaware?

Yes. All three casinos offer online casino gaming through BetRivers.

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