Sports Betting Q&A
Frequently asked questions about sports betting

Is sports betting legal in West Virginia?

Last Updated: Jan 15, 2025
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Fact Checked By: David Esser

Yes. West Virginia passed a law to legalize and regulate sports betting in 2018 before the repeal of PASPA. Once that happened at a federal level, sports betting was immediately legal in the state with the Lottery Commission overseeing regulations and licensing in regards to in-person and online betting.

More specifically, each of the five casinos in the state was allowed to hold licenses and operate three individually-branded online sites. With the maximum number of online sportsbooks set at 15, the number will continue to grow until that number is reached. Betly and BetMGM were the most recent sportsbooks to join the state, securing partnerships in early 2020.

Now, you can also bet at other top wagering platforms like Caesars Sportsbook and DraftKings Sportsbook. Sign up and bet at the best sportsbook promos to grab generous bonus bets today. 

Daily Fantasy Sports and horse racing betting are also allowed in the state. Fantasy sports were deemed a game of skill and in turn, are considered legal by West Virginia, though there is no formal legislation for them.

Retail Sportsbooks

The Greenbrier, White Sulphur Springs

FanDuel Sportsbook is located inside The Casino Club, America's only private casino. The sportsbook lounge has 21 TVs and four betting terminals in addition to live entertainment, international cuisine and world-class gaming experiences.

Sunday - Thursday: 1 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Friday: 1 p.m. - 4 a.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. - 4 a.m.

The Greenbrier is partnered with FanDuel and BetMGM where online and mobile betting can be done.

Hollywood Casino, Charles Town

The Sportsbook features lounge seating with individual viewing stations, 24 odds monitors and 50 feet of wall space for 80" TVs. It's found next to Skybox Sports Bar where food and drinks are available.

Monday - Sunday: 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Hollywood Casino is partnered with DraftKings to offer online sports betting.

Mardi Gras Casino, Cross Lanes

Sports betting returned to Mardi Gras Casino early 2020 through a new partnership with International Game Technology and betly. The Betly Sportsbook has teller windows that are open almost 24/7 along with betting kiosks.

Teller Windows
Monday - Sunday: 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 a.m.

Betting Kiosks
Monday - Sunday: 8:45 a.m. - 5:45 a.m.

Delaware North, owners of the track, have a partnership with betly, who is expected to release online sports betting capabilities in 2020.

Mountaineer Casino, New Cumberland

William Hill's Sports Book includes comfortable seating surrounded by a huge video wall, while bets can be made at the numerous terminals and kiosks.

Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. - 1 a.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 a.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Mountaineer Casino is partnered with William Hill to offer online sports betting.

Wheeling Island Casino, Wheeling

Similar to Mardi Gras Casino, sports betting returned to Wheeling Island early 2020 via a new partnership. Also a Betly Sportsbook, it features a multi-screen video wall, casual loungers, high-top tables and an in-venue bar.

Teller Windows
Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Friday: 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 a.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Betting Kiosks
Monday - Sunday: 8:45 a.m. - 5:45 a.m.

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