UPDATE (2/9/2024): North Carolina online sports betting will go live on Monday, March 11. This article was written two weeks before the launch date was announced.
North Carolina is preparing for the introduction of legal online sports betting in the early months of 2024, accompanied by a variety of enticing sportsbook promotions strategically crafted to draw bettors to digital platforms. Winners and Whiners provides an in-depth guide to the anticipated NC online sports betting promos.
So when will North Carolina online sports betting finally go live?
When Will North Carolina Online Sports Betting Go Live?
The rollout of mobile and online sports betting within the state is expected to occur in the early part of 2024.
Given the evolving nature of North Carolina’s sportsbooks, the article provides valuable insights based on experiences in other states. Seven operators submitted applications by the December 27, 2023 deadline, with an additional two tribal submissions in early January. The industry is scheduled to launch no later than June 15, 2024, excluding Super Bowl LVIII, with speculations suggesting a potential debut before the 2024 NCAA basketball tournament.
Residents interested in engaging in sports betting in North Carolina will have the option to do so at three tribal casinos housing legal retail sportsbooks:
- Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort in Cherokee, NC
- Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy, NC
- Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain, NC
Expected North Carolina Sports Betting Promos:
- BetMGM NC Welcome Offer: $158 in bonus bets following a $5 initial wager.
- Caesars Sportsbook NC Welcome Offer: Up to $1,000 bonus bet on the first bet of $10 or more.
- FanDuel NC Welcome Offer: $150 in bonus bets upon a $5 wager after sign-up and a deposit of $10 or more.
- DraftKings NC Welcome Offer: $200 in bonus bets for a $5 deposit and bet.
The comprehensive guide aims to inform users about the upcoming sports betting landscape in North Carolina, detailing the diverse promotional opportunities, potential launch dates, and the option for responsible gaming practices.
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