The Phoenix sports betting scene is stronger than ever, with many options available for online and in-person gamblers. The state legalized sports betting in April 2021, and since launching in September of the same year, bettors have wagered more than $13B at Arizona sportsbooks.
In this piece, we’ll provide a brief overview of the sportsbook options available to Phoenix sports bettors, as well as detail how to get signed up at the sites, explain sports betting partnerships, and chart a history of sports gambling throughout the state.
Best online sportsbooks in Phoenix
Below is our selection of the best Phoenix online sportsbooks:
Phoenix Sportsbook | Promo |
🏈 DraftKings | 💰 Bet $5 Get $150 in Bonus Bets |
🏈 Caesars | 💰 Second Chance Bet Up To $1000 |
🏈 BetRivers | 💰 Second Chance Bet Up To $100 |
🏈 Desert Diamond | 💰 Up To $250 in Bonus Bets |
🏈 Fanatics | 💰 Bet & Get Up To $1000 in No Sweat Bets |
Is sports betting legal in Phoenix?
Yes, sports betting is legal in Phoenix. The Arizona Senate passed HB2772 in April 2021 and was signed into law by Gov. Doug Ducey later that same month. Sports betting in Arizona launched in September 2021, allowing Phoenix residents to gamble just in time for the start of the NFL season.
Getting started with online sports betting in Phoenix
Getting started with online sports betting in Phoenix isn’t a difficult process, and most signups will take 10 minutes or less to complete. The exact steps to registration may look slightly different in order, but the framework below is largely the same. Here’s how you can sign up today.
Retail sportsbook locations in Phoenix
You can bet on sports at several of the Phoenix casinos and other venues in the area. While they don’t all fit the true definition of a retail sportsbook, they all allow you to place a wager at a betting kiosk or teller window.
FanDuel Sportsbook at the Footprint Center
FanDuel began as a daily fantasy sports operator in 2009 and has since become one of the premier sports betting sites in the United States. The facility at the Footprint Center opened in September 2021, coinciding with the launch of Arizona sports betting. FanDuel’s in-arena sportsbook offers eight betting windows and 26 self-service kiosks.
Caesars Sportsbook at Chase Field
Backed by the success of the casino empire, Caesars opened a sportsbook at Chase Field in September 2021, nearing the end of the Arizona Diamondbacks’ season. The facility was the first sportsbook at an MLB stadium to offer in-person wagering.
DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale
One of the newest in-person sports betting venues in Arizona, DraftKings opened at TPC Scottsdale in October 2023. Roughly half an hour from downtown Phoenix, the 13,000-square-foot facility is the first of its kind to open at a PGA Tour course. Gamblers will find six betting windows, 32 betting kiosks, and a large lounge seating area.
BetMGM Sportsbook at Lone Butte Casino
BetMGM operates several casinos throughout Arizona, allowing them to open true retail sportsbooks as owners of the venue where the sports betting operation is held. Lone Butte Casino opened in November 2008 in Chandler.
BetMGM Sportsbook at Vee Quiva Hotel & Casino
Like the operation at Lone Butte, the BetMGM Sportsbook at Vee Quiva Hotel & Casino holds events for major sports competitions, such as the Super Bowl, college football bowl games, UFC fights, March Madness games, and more.
BetMGM Sportsbook at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino
The sportsbook at Wild Horse Pass overlooks the casino floor with a vast selection of big-screen televisions to watch your bets play out. There are also three betting windows and self-service kiosks, as well as a full bar with food, beer, wine, and cocktails.
BetMGM Sportsbook at Santan Mountain Hotel & Casino
Santan Mountain Hotel & Casino opened the doors to BetMGM Sportsbook in June 2023. It is the largest casino sportsbook in Arizona, with more than 7,000 square feet of betting space, and was the fourth of BetMGM’s bookies to open at a casino in AZ.
BetMGM Sportsbook at State Farm Stadium
You might be tempted to think the sportsbook at State Farm Stadium might only be open on Arizona Cardinals game days, but the operator is open daily even outside of football season. If you’re planning to go on game day, you may want to call ahead to make a reservation.
The Sportsbook at Casino Arizona
Casino Arizona operates its sportsbook as a sports bar inside the venue and is open daily from 8 AM to 11 PM. In addition to having 50+ local craft beers available to players, the sportsbook offers two theater-quality projection screens, three live betting windows, six self-service kiosks, and 46 4K televisions.
Desert Diamond Sportsbook at Desert Diamond Casino West Valley
With minimum bets for as low as $1, Desert Diamond Sportsbook is an excellent option for casual and hardcore bettors alike. It’s important to know the sportsbook is cash only, so make sure you’ve got money on hand or an ATM card available.
The Sportsbook at Talking Stick Resort
Thanks to the 24/7 betting kiosks, Talking Stick Resort makes sports gambling easy to access and enjoyable for all. The OpenBetwagering software is a state-of-the-art system that is also used at Desert Diamond. A wide range of markets are available with AI models calculating the pricing.
WKP Sportsbook at We-Ko-Pa Casino & Resort
European betting powerhouse Betfred launched its sportsbook at We-Ko-Pa Casino and Resort in September 2022. However, since Betfred AZ closed on November 4, 2024, the sportsbook was renamed WKP Sportsbook. The 4K video walls are a breathtaking draw, allowing patrons to watch three games side by side on a 47’x9’ display. It is open daily from 10 AM on weekdays and 9 AM on weekends until close.
Caesars Sportsbook at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino
Rounding out the list, Caesar’s Sportsbook at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino is open daily with kiosks available 24/7/365. The betting windows are open from 8 AM to 10 PM during the week; on the weekends they open an hour earlier and close an hour later. Bettors should be sure to take part in the Caesars Rewards Program to make the most of their wagers.
Phoenix sports teams' sportsbook partnerships
As sports betting has become increasingly legalized across the country, professional teams have forged partnerships with various sportsbook operations. Here are a few of the sportsbook partnerships held by Phoenix sports teams.
Timeline of sports betting in Phoenix
The City of Phoenix has a rich sports history, and that history extends to sports betting. Here is a brief timeline of some of the key moments in the timeline of sports betting in Phoenix.