| Website: | www.delawarepark.com |
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| Phone: | (302) 994-2521 |
| Address: | 777 Delaware Park Blvd. , Wilmington , 19804 , USA |
| Slots: | 1900 |
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| Table Games: | 60 |
| Poker Tables: | 25 |
| Min Bet: | $0.01 |
| Opening Hours: | 24/7 |
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| Dining: | Yes |
| Bars: | Yes |
| Attractions: | No |
| Website: | www.doverdowns.com |
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| Phone: | (302) 674-4600 |
| Address: | 1131 N Dupont Hwy , Dover , 19901 , USA |
| Slots: | 3200 |
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| Table Games: | 41 |
| Poker Tables: | 18 |
| Min Bet: | $0.01 |
| Max Bet: | $2.500 |
| Opening Hours: | 24/7 |
|---|---|
| Dining: | Yes |
| Bars: | Yes |
| Attractions: | Yes |
Such casinos are built on tribal land. All states have limited restrictions towards Indian betting halls, according to the Indian Regulatory Act from 1988. Currently, there are no Indian casinos in Delaware. Depending on the state and the tribe, you can find some additional games, but in overall, they offer the same as the rest.
Delaware is famous for its race tracks since the 18th century. All state casinos are land-based with horse tracks, and one NASCAR. The greatest thing about all racinos is the betting age – 18+ for betting and under 18 just for watching the races. There is also an off-track betting, in case you don’t want to be present on the race.
| Website: | www.doverdowns.com |
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| Phone: | (302) 674-4600 |
| Address: | 1131 N Dupont Hwy , Dover , 19901 , USA |
| Slots: | 3200 |
|---|---|
| Table Games: | 41 |
| Poker Tables: | 18 |
| Min Bet: | $0.01 |
| Max Bet: | $2.500 |
| Opening Hours: | 24/7 |
|---|---|
| Dining: | Yes |
| Bars: | Yes |
| Attractions: | Yes |
At present there are no casino cruise ships or riverboats at any Delaware harbors, although that may change in the future. We will keep an eye on the situation and if anything new appears, we’ll update this page and let you know.
As a small state, Delaware presents many opportunities especially to the fans of dog, horse or auto racing. The following Delaware cities are hotspots for legalized brick-and-mortar gambling in the state.
| All Casinos in Dover | |
| Bally’s Dover | 1131 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, 19901 |
| Dover Downs | 1131 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, 19901 |
| All Casinos in Harrington | |
| Harrington | 18500 S Dupont Hwy, Harrington, 19952 |
| All Casinos in Wilmington | |
| Delaware Park | 777 Delaware Park Blvd., Wilmington, 19804 |
Currently, there are no plans for any new casino resorts or racinos on the territory of Delaware or at least, none are publicly disclosed yet. Despite some difficulties in recent years, there are hopes that Delaware might enjoy the same growth as many other casino friendly states in the US.
The state of Delaware is famous for its horse races, even before the official declaration of independence occurred. Of course, betting on races was illegal and it was organized mainly privately or among friends. Nowadays, everything is legal and well organized. In the table below, find the key facts about gambling in Delaware.
| Delaware Gambling Topics | Gambling Facts for Delaware |
|---|---|
| Number of Casinos | 3 |
| Casino Types | Racino |
| Casino Games Offered | Slots, Casino Poker, Poker Cash and Poker Tournaments, Roulette, Blackjack, Dice Games, Lottery Games, Other Games, Sports Betting |
| Age | 21+ for slots, 18+ for horse racing |
| Smoking | Yes/No*, *Smoking inside is prohibited but there are external smoking areas in each Delaware casino |
| Drinking | Yes/No*, *Drinking while playing is allowed, but no free alcoholic drinks are served |
| Opening Hours |
24/7,
Some casinos are closed on Easter and Christmas. Check the brands pages for more info
|
| Betting Limit | Min $0.01 – Max $2.500 |
| Taxation of Winnings | Yes, for additional details click here |
Despite the fact that there are only three Delaware casino venues, they do have a wide spectrum or offered games and entertainment available. Below, you will find the full list of game types and gaming option you can find at gambling facilities in Delaware.
Additional Details There are No-limit Hold’em tournaments Monday to Sunday in both Delaware Park and Dover Downs casinos
Additional Details Have in mind that after the recent legalization of online gambling you can play it online too.
Additional Details You can find a Blackjack guide for beginners on Dover Downs casino website.
Additional Details This is another type of games which become quite popular online and now available in Delaware too.
Additional Details The interstate lottery you can purchase in every gas station or larger grocery shop.
Additional Details The best sportsbook in Delaware is Delaware Park Casino.
There is a Federal Income Tax applied to all gambling and lottery winnings. Apart from the federal one which is 24% from any prize of $5,000 or more in some states you may face other additional taxes.
To maintain the fairness and proper accountability of the people managing gambling facilities, laws are needed. We have listed some of the regulations in Delaware which make a strong impression. If you want to see all gambling related laws in the state, you may visit the official website.
How did everything start? When has casino gambling become legal in Delaware? Which was the first horse track in Delaware? If you are looking for the answers to these questions, just check the timeline below.
At the end of 2018, the Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Counsel raised a question regarding the Wire Act. It allows all type of gambling with wired transmission or simply said – online. The DOJ is strictly against online gambling and even wagers that do not cross any state lines, but the outcome is still not clear.
Yes, there are 3 Delaware casinos stationed in 3 different cities on the state territory.
Smoking inside is prohibited in each Casino in Delaware but they provide of course designated smoking area. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed while playing.
No, it is not, they are not allowed to enter the casinos, but they are allowed to observe horse races.
Carrying a gun is prohibited in all Delaware casinos.
No pets are allowed in the internal premises of all casinos.
The local Delaware Council on Gambling problems - Phone number - 888-850-8888 or the National Council - Phone number: 302 655 3261
