Most gambling in Rhode Island is offered through its state lottery. Lottery games include drawings, keno, bingo, scratch tickets, and online instant games. There are two casinos with video lottery terminals, live table games, and stadium gaming. Retail and mobile sportsbooks are permitted, as well as horse racing. Lottery, casino, pari-mutuel, and sports bettors must be 18 years of age or older.
Rhode Island approved online slots and video poker. There will also be live dealer table games. The online casino will be operated by Bally’s when it launches.
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Rhode Island casinos
In addition to standard lottery games, the Rhode Island Lottery regulates the state’s casinos. There are two Bally’s Casinos with video lottery terminals (VLTs), electronic table games, and live table games. Video lottery terminals look and play like slot machines. One casino is in Lincoln, while the other is in Tiverton. Both locations have smoking and nonsmoking areas. Casino players must be at least 18 years of age.
Both Rhode Island casinos permit smoking. There are nonsmoking areas at both casinos.
Bally’s Tiverton Casino & Resort
777 Tiverton Casino Boulevard, Tiverton, RI
In Tiverton, Bally’s Casino has more than 30 live table games, 1000 VLTs, live-dealer stadium gaming, and sports betting. Table games include baccarat, blackjack, craps, pai gow poker, roulette, Spanish 21, Texas Hold’em Pocket Aces Edition, and Three Card Poker. There are also a few restaurants and an 84-room hotel. However, the hotel is currently closed.
Bally’s Twin River Lincoln Casino Resort
100 Twin River Road, Lincoln, RI
Bally’s Twin River Lincoln has over 100 live table games, 4100 VLTs, live-dealer stadium gaming, electronic blackjack and roulette, a poker room, and sports betting. Table games include baccarat, blackjack, craps, Let It Ride, pai gow poker, Pai Gow Tiles, roulette, Spanish 21, Texas Hold’em Pocket Aces Edition, and Three Card Poker. The property also hosts multiple dining options and a 136-room hotel with an indoor pool and spa.
Sports betting in Rhode Island
Sports betting is a monopoly in Rhode Island. It operates through a partnership between Bally Bet and the Rhode Island Lottery. There are two retail sportsbooks at the state’s casinos. The typical menu of bets and games is available. However, college betting on in-state teams for collegiate events is not permitted.
Online gambling options in Rhode Island
There are multiple online gambling options available. Lottery players can purchase tickets for keno drawings and eInstant games. These interactive lottery games vary from virtual scratch tickets to a series of slot spins. The lottery also offers mobile and online sports betting.
Pari-mutuel wagering is available through Advance Deposit Wagering (ADW) apps. Daily fantasy sports contests are also permitted. Bally’s offers online casino games like slots and video poker. Live dealer table games are also dealt. While online poker is technically legal, it must use live dealers and cards, which is not a viable product.
Rhode Island horse racing
Bally’s Twin River offers off-track betting on horses and greyhounds. It no longer has live races. AmWager, TwinSpires, TVG, DRF, NYRA, and 1/st Bet are among the off-track betting apps available in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island state lottery
The Rhode Island Lottery offers a selection of lotto games, including keno and bingo drawings, instant game scratch tickets, pull-tabs, and eInstant games. eInstant games are interactive online games ranging from $0.50 to $20. Demos are also available for instant games. Lottery drawings include The Numbers, Wild Numbers, Mega Millions, Powerball, and Lucky for Life. Pull-tab games are available to support charitable not-for-profit organizations.
VIP club members can participate in second-chance drawings. Members are also eligible for exclusive promotions. Upgraded accounts can play keno and eInstant games online. Lottery players must be at least 18 years old.
Rhode Island gambling FAQs
Are casinos legal in Rhode Island?
Yes. There are two casinos with table games and video lottery terminals.
What is the minimum age to gamble in Rhode Island?
Players must be at least 18 years old to bet on horses, wager on sports, or play lottery games, including video lottery terminals and table games.
Are sportsbooks legal in Rhode Island?
Yes. Sports betting is available at RI casinos or using the mobile sports betting app.
Is mobile sports betting legal in Rhode Island?
Yes. However, sports betting is limited to the lottery app powered by Bally Bet.
What types of online gambling are legal in Rhode Island?
Lottery games, sports betting, daily fantasy sports contests, and pari-mutuel wagering are available online.
Are live horse races held in Rhode Island?
There are no live horse races in Rhode Island.
Can you wager on horse races in Rhode Island?
Off-track betting on horses is permitted at OTBs and on mobile apps.
Is there a state lottery in Rhode Island?
Yes. In addition to traditional draw games and scratch tickets, it offers online games, retail casino games, and sports betting.
How old must you be to play lotto games in Rhode Island?
Lottery players must be 18 years of age or older.
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Last Updated on March 24, 2024 by John Mehaffey