Sports Betting in Minnesota

Sports betting is not legal in Minnesota as of 2026.

Sports betting is not currently legal

Minnesota has no legal sports betting - online or retail - as of 2026. Multiple legalization bills have been introduced in recent sessions with bipartisan backing, but disputes over how to allocate licensing rights between the state's 11 federally recognized tribes (which hold exclusive casino gaming compacts) and Minnesota's two pari-mutuel horse racing tracks (Canterbury Park and Running Aces) have killed every recent attempt. The most recent 2024 push narrowly failed in the Senate after passing the House. A 2027 launch remains possible if the 2026 session breaks the deadlock, but no breakthrough is guaranteed.

Key Facts

  • 11 federally recognized tribes hold exclusive casino gaming rights
  • Tribal-track licensing dispute is the primary blocker
  • 2024 bill passed House but failed in Senate
  • Bordering states Iowa, Wisconsin, and South Dakota all have some form of legal betting
  • Daily fantasy sports (DFS) contests are available statewide

Notable Restrictions

  • All forms of sports wagering are illegal

Responsible Gambling in Minnesota

Minimum betting age: 21. Minnesota problem gambling helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (24/7, free, confidential). See our responsible gambling resources for self-exclusion options and warning signs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is sports betting legal in Minnesota?

No. Sports betting is not legal in Minnesota as of 2026. Multiple bills have been introduced but tribal-track disputes have blocked passage.

When will sports betting be legal in Minnesota?

Possibly 2027 at the earliest if the 2026 session breaks the tribal-track licensing deadlock. The fundamental dispute is between Minnesota's 11 federally recognized tribes and the state's two horse racing tracks over how to share the market.

Can I bet legally if I cross into Iowa or Wisconsin?

Iowa offers full legal mobile betting (DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, theScore Bet, etc.). Wisconsin has retail-only betting at tribal casinos. Once physically present in Iowa, you can register and bet immediately.

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