Which States is DraftKings Sportsbook Legal In?

DraftKings was the first online sportsbook in the United States back in August 2018.

Since then, DraftKings has expanded to a total of 25 states, including AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, VT, VA, WV, and WY.

Whenever a new state launches, DraftKings is almost always ready to go on launch day, helping it achieve a top two sportsbook marketshare in the United States.

Here's a closer look at what states DraftKings is available in, who its partnered with in each, and what the sign-up bonus is.

DraftKings AZ

• Availability: Online (retail expected in 2023)
• Launch date: September 2021
• Retail partner: Gila River Casinos
• Licensed by: Arizona Department of Gaming
• DraftKings AZ Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings launched its mobile sportsbook in Arizona on September 9, 2021. The residents of the Copper State can enjoy the Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets sign-up bonus. Afterward, they can use their funds on a full score of pre-match and live betting markets.

DraftKings CO

• Availability: Online and retail
• Launch date: May 2020
• Retail partner: Mardi Gras Casino
• Licensed by: Colorado Gaming Control Commission
• DraftKings CO Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings established its online and retail presence in Colorado in 2020. The sportsbook’s official retail partner is Mardi Gras Casino in Black Hawk, while it also has a partnership agreement with the Colorado Rockies. All Colorado players aged 21 or over can visit the DraftKings mobile sportsbook and take advantage of its Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets welcome offer.

DraftKings CT

• Availability: Online and retail
• Launch date: October 2021
• Retail partner: Foxwoods Resort Casino
• Licensed by: Department of Consumer Protection and Mashantucket Pequot Gaming Commission
• DraftKings CT Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings arrived in Connecticut at the tail-end of 2021 after reaching an agreement with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. The sportsbook is available both online and in retail form at the tribe’s Foxwoods Resort Casino. New CT customers can receive a Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets welcome offer.

DraftKings IL

• Availability: Online and retail
• Launch date: August 2020
• Retail partner: Casino Queen
• Licensed by: Illinois Gaming Board
• DraftKings IL Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

Illinois legalized sports betting in June 2019. However, it took DraftKings a little more than a year to establish its retail sportsbook in Casino Queen in East St Louis. Illinois players can bet through the sportsbook’s app, although in-person registration is required. All new customers can claim a welcome offer Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets.

DraftKings IN

• Availability: Online (retail expected soon)
• Launch date: October 2019
• Retail partner: Ameristar Casino
• Licensed by: Indiana Gaming Commission
• DraftKings IN Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DK rolled out its online and mobile sportsbook in Indiana in October 2019. It operates under the license of Ameristar Casino, where it will soon open its retail sportsbook. Indiana bettors can enjoy placing wagers on all major American and international sports, all while taking advantage of the Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets intro promo.

DraftKings IA

• Availability: Online and retail
• Launch date: February 2020
• Retail partner: Wild Rose Casino
• Licensed by: Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission
• DraftKings IA Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

The residents of Iowa can place bets through the DraftKings sportsbook in both online and retail form. However, those who wish to create an online account must do so in person at the sportsbook’s retail location inside Wild Rose Casino. After successful registration, new players are eligible for a Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets sign-up bonus.

DraftKings KS

• Availability: Online and retail
• Launch date: September 2022
• Retail partner: Boot Hill Casino & Resort
• Licensed by: Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission
• DraftKings KS Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings launched in Kansas on September 1, 2022, the day sports betting was allowed in the state. DK partnered with Boot Hill Casino & Resort to offer wagering in Kansas. New customers are eligible for a sign-up bonus that gives $200 in bonus bets after betting just $5.

DraftKings KY

• Availability: Online and retail
• Launch date: September 2023
• Retail partner: ECL Entertainment
• Licensed by: Kentucky Horse Racing Commission
• DraftKings KY Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in bonus bets

DraftKings gained its foothold in Kansas through a partnership with ECL Entertainment. This agreement allowed DK not only to roll out its sportsbook app but also to establish retail sportsbooks at ECL Entertainment venues in KY, specifically Cumberland Run and the Mint Gaming Hall. For those new to DraftKings, a bet of $5 or more post-signup comes with $200 in bonus bets. 

DraftKings LA

• Availability: Online
• Launch date: January 2022
• Retail partner: Golden Nugget Casino Lake Charles
• Licensed by: Louisiana Gaming Control Board
• DraftKings LA Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

After receiving a license to operate its DFS product in Louisiana in July 2021, DraftKings launched its sportsbook a year later in the state. Louisiana became the 15th state offering a DK online and mobile sportsbook. Players are eligible for a Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets sign-up bonus.

DraftKings ME

• Availability: Online
• Launch date: November 2023
• Retail partner: Passamaquoddy Tribe
• Licensed by: Maine Gambling Control Unit
• DraftKings LA Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings launched its online sportsbook in Maine on the first day it was allowed—November 3, 2023. New players can get $200 in bonus bets after signing up, depositing, and placing a $5+ bet.

DraftKings MA

• Availability: Online 
• Launch date: March 2023
• Retail partner: N/A
• Licensed by: Massachusetts Gaming Commission
• DraftKings MA Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings launched its online sportsbook in Massachusetts in March 2023. New customers can claim the Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets intro promo.

DraftKings MI

• Availability: Online (retail expected soon)
• Launch date: January 2021
• Retail partner: Bay Mills Resort & Casino
• Licensed by: Michigan Gaming Control Board
• DraftKings MI Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings launched its online sportsbook in Michigan at the start of 2021. The residents of the Great Lakes State can place bets online or through the sportsbook’s official iOS and Android apps. Bay Mills Resort & Casino, the official retail partner of DK in Illinois, will soon open the DraftKings retail sportsbook on-site. New customers can claim the Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets intro promo.

DraftKings NH

• Availability: Online and retail
• Launch date: December 2019
• Retail partner: Filotimo Casino and The Brook
• Licensed by: New Hampshire Lottery Commission
• DraftKings NH Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings launched its online and mobile sportsbook in NH in December 2019 in partnership with the New Hampshire Lottery. Shortly after, it opened three retail sportsbooks in Filotimo Casino (Manchester and Dover) and The Brook (Seabrook). By registering online, players will become eligible for the Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets welcome bonus.

DraftKings NJ

• Availability: Online and retail
• Launch date: August 2018
• Retail partner: Resorts Casino
• Licensed by: Division of Gaming Enforcement
• DraftKings NJ Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

New Jersey was the first state to introduce DraftKings online sportsbook back in August 2018. All online sportsbooks in New Jersey must be partnered with a land-based casino in Atlantic City, and DraftKings has established a partnership with Resorts Casino AC. However, it also has a retail sportsbook on-site. Like in all other states, the welcome promo on DraftKings NJ is Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets.

DraftKings NC

• Availability: Online
• Launch date: March 2024
• Partner: NASCAR
• Licensed by: North Carolina State Lottery Commissions
• DraftKings NJ Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings launched in North Carolina on the first day it was allowed—March 11, 2024. DraftKings gained market access in NC through a partnership with NASCAR. All new customers are eligible for $200 in bonus bets after signing up and making their first $5 bet.

DraftKings OH

• Availability: Online
• Launch date: January 2023
• Retail partner: Hollywood Casino in Toledo and Columbus
• Licensed by: Ohio Casino Control Commission
• DraftKings OH Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings launched in Ohio when sports betting first went live in the state on January 1, 2023, in partnership with Hollywood Casino. Like in all other states, the welcome promo on DraftKings OH is Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets.

DraftKings PA

• Availability: Online
• Launch date: November 2019
• Retail partner: Hollywood Casino
• Licensed by: Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board
• DraftKings PA Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings sportsbook launched in Pennsylvania in November 2019, followed by a casino app release in July 2020. There are no retail DK sportsbooks in the state, although the operator does have a partnership with Hollywood Casino. After signing up, players can take advantage of the welcome deposit bonus of Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets.

DraftKings TN

• Availability: Online
• Launch date: November 2020
• Retail partner: none
• Licensed by: Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation
• DraftKings TN Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

In-person sports betting is currently not authorized in Tennessee, so players can only take bets on the internet through the DraftKings online and mobile sportsbook. The sportsbook offers extensive coverage of all major American leagues and international competitions, and it welcomes new customers with a Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets offer.

DraftKings VT

• Availability: Online
• Launch date: January 2024
• Retail partner: None
• Licensed by: Vermont Department of Liquor & Lottery
• DraftKings VT Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings went live in January 2024 when online sports betting was allowed in the state. DraftKings was joined by FanDuel and Fanatics to round out the three options in the state. New players are eligible for $200 in bonus bets after depositing and betting $5.

DraftKings VA

• Availability: Online
• Launch date: January 2021
• Retail partner: none
• Licensed by: Virginia Lottery
• DraftKings VA Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

After a successful launch at the beginning of 2021, Virginia became the 12th state to offer the DraftKings sportsbook. DraftKings currently only operates online in VA since in-person sports betting is yet to go live. New players from this state can claim Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets for signing up.

DraftKings WV

• Availability: Online
• Launch date: August 2019
• Retail partner: Hollywood Casino
• Licensed by: West Virginia Lottery Commission
• DraftKings WV Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

West Virginia was one of the first states to legalize online sports betting back in 2018, and DraftKings got introduced to the market in August 2019. The sportsbook is licensed by the WV Lottery, and it currently only operates online, as live sports betting is yet to be authorized. As a new player on DraftKings WV, you can claim a Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets welcome bonus.

DraftKings WY

• Availability: Online
• Launch date: September 2021
• Retail partner: none
• Licensed by: Wyoming Gaming Commission
• DraftKings WY Intro Promo: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

DraftKings launched its mobile and online sportsbook in Wyoming in September 2021, several months after sports betting became legal in the state. There are no retail DK sportsbooks in WY. After signing up, players can claim a Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets welcome offer.