Sports gambling is coming to Kansas.
If you're looking to get into the action and are slightly confused about the new market in the state, we're here to explain everything about sports betting in Kansas. We'll break down whether it's legal to bet on sports in Kansas, how to wager on sports and the best sportsbooks to use in Kansas.
Moreover, most sportsbooks will offer new user bonuses that you can take advantage of. We'll cover all of those here, alongside what markets are offered on each sportsbook, how to deposit and withdraw your money and any other information you need to bet on sports in Kansas.
Is sports betting legal in Kansas?
In short: Yes, it is.
After Gov. Laura Kelly signed the sports betting legislation into law on May 12, Kansas legalized sports betting on July 1, 2022. The Attorney General signed off on the necessary regulations on August 25, 2022, and the official soft launch is September 1, 2022. The official launch is set for September 8, 2022, when you and any other Kansas residents can legally wager on sports events.
There are offline sportsbooks set to open at Kansas Star Casino and Hollywood Casino, and six online sportsbooks will partner with offline casinos in the future. All-in-all, 12 total sportsbooks are allowed to enter the state, although the final slots will be determined in the coming months.
Where can I bet on sports in Kansas?
There are currently four casinos in Kansas, and each will have the opportunity to partner with up to three online sportsbooks. That means you, the consumer, will be provided with a range of online options to choose from.
Each online option will offer new user and pre-registration bonuses, as well. You, the consumer, might be overwhelmed with the range of options and high-value bonuses available, but we'll cover your options so you can claim the best offer.
The four offline casinos offering sports gambling include:
- Hollywood Casinos at Kansas Speedway
- Kansas Star Casino
- Boot Hill Casino & Resort
- Kansas Crossing Casino & Hotel
These four will partner with up to three of the six online sportsbook sites approved by the law. Those online sites include:
- DraftKings Sportsbook
- FanDuel Sportsbook
- BetMGM Sportsbook
- Caesars Sportsbook
- PointsBet Sportsbook
- Bally Bet Sportsbook
- Barstool Sportsbook
Best online Kansas sports betting sites
There are plenty of options to pick from, but we believe these three online sportsbooks are the highest-quality books with the best online offers.