North Carolina online sports betting will officially launch today, March 11th 2024 at 11am local time.
The launch date was confirmed in January with online sports betting to go live first while commercial retail sportsbooks will open at a later date.
Sports betting in North Carolina was officially approved in June of 2023 when Governor Roy Cooper signed House Bill 347 into law. Rules and regulations were published in January of 2024 while operators had until January 26th to submit their internal controls ahead of the industry launch.
North Carolina Sports Betting Operators
| Sportsbook | Partner | Launch Date |
|---|---|---|
| BetMGM | Charlotte Motor Speedway | March 11th 2024 |
| Bet365 | Charlotte Hornets | March 11th 2024 |
| Caesars | Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians | March 11th 2024 |
| DraftKings | Nascar | March 11th 2024 |
| ESPN Bet | PGA Wells Fargo Championship | March 11th 2024 |
| Fanatics | Carolina Hurricanes | March 11th 2024 |
| FanDuel | Carolina Panthers | March 11th 2024 |
| Underdog | McConnell Golf | March 11th 2024 |
Caesars remains the only mobile sports betting operator to partner with a tribal group in the state. Caesars launched its sportsbook to a limited number of customers last week in partnership with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, but its official statewide launch date is today.
While retail sportsbooks have been available in North Carolina tribal casinos since March 2021, commercial retail sportsbooks are set to open at some point in 2024. No official launch date has yet been confirmed.
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North Carolina is gearing up to launch mobile sports betting in the near future, bringing a new and exciting form of gambling to the state. The North Carolina Education Lottery recently approved regulations for mobile sports betting, paving the way for operators to begin offering their services to residents.
Mobile sports betting allows individuals to place bets on sporting events from the convenience of their smartphones or other mobile devices. This form of betting has become increasingly popular in recent years, as it offers a convenient and accessible way for people to engage with their favorite sports and potentially win money.
The launch of mobile sports betting in North Carolina comes after the state legalized sports betting in 2019. The North Carolina General Assembly passed a bill allowing for sports betting at two tribal casinos in the state, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort and Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel. However, the introduction of mobile sports betting will expand the options available to residents and provide a more convenient way to participate in sports betting.
Operators interested in offering mobile sports betting in North Carolina must apply for a license from the North Carolina Education Lottery. The regulations for mobile sports betting include requirements for operators to partner with a tribal casino, as well as guidelines for responsible gambling practices and consumer protection measures.
The launch of mobile sports betting in North Carolina is expected to generate significant revenue for the state, as well as provide a new form of entertainment for residents. It also has the potential to create jobs and stimulate economic growth in the state.
Overall, the introduction of mobile sports betting in North Carolina is an exciting development that will provide residents with a new way to engage with their favorite sports and potentially win money. As operators begin to launch their services in the state, residents can look forward to a convenient and accessible way to participate in sports betting.
