Online casinos aren’t legal in Minnesota, and there’s currently no regulatory framework for real-money online gambling. In-person gaming is limited to tribal casinos and online sports betting and poker are still prohibited.
Legal Gambling Age in Minnesota | 21+ |
Latest Online Gambling Bill | Senate File 757 (SF 757) online and retail sports betting |
Who Will Regulate Online Casinos in MN | Minnesota Racing Commission or a newly formed state agency (if legalized) |
Expected Real Money Casinos | BetMGM, Caesars Palace, DraftKings, Golden Nugget, BetRivers, Fanatics |
Number of Social Casinos in Minnesota | 20+ |
Number of Land-Based Minnesota Casinos | 20 |
There haven’t been direct efforts to legalize online casinos, but some proposals have focused on online sports betting. Progress has stalled over disputes about tribal control, including racetracks. Online social casino games remain a legal, free-to-play option in Minnesota.
As of March 2025, Minnesota has no active bills to legalize casino sites. Instead, efforts are focused on sports betting through Senate File 757 (Sen. Matt Klein) and the Minnesota Sports Betting Act 3.0 (Sen. Jeremy Miller). Online casino gaming hasn’t been included in either proposal.
In Minnesota, state officials hold mixed views on online gambling, with the current spotlight mainly on sports betting rather than online casinos:
Although both have shaped the state's gambling legislation, online casinos haven't been a primary part of the conversation.
Since real-money online casinos haven’t been legalized in Minnesota, some players turn to offshore gambling sites or choose social and sweepstakes casinos instead.
All land-based casinos in Minnesota are owned and run by tribal nations under federal law. These casinos offer slots, blackjack, poker, and other games.
Casino | Town/City | Opening Hours |
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Black Bear Casino Resort | Carlton | 10:00-02:00 |
Canterbury Park | Shakopee | 24 hours |
Cedar Lakes Casino | Cass Lake | 24 hours |
Fond-du-Luth Casino | Duluth | 10:00-02:00 |
Fortune Bay Resort & Casino | Tower | Sun-Thu 09:00-01:00; Fri-Sat 09:00-03:00 |
Grand Casino Hinckley | Hinckley | Mon-Thu 09:00-04:00; Fri-Sat 24 hours |
Grand Casino Mille Lacs | Onamia | Mon-Thu 09:00-04:00; Fri-Sat 24 hours |
Grand Portage Lodge & Casino | Grand Portage | 10:00-00:00 |
Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel | Morton | Sun-Thu 08:00-01:00; Fri-Sat 08:00-03:00 |
Little Six Casino | Prior Lake | 24 hours |
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel | Prior Lake | 24 hours |
Northern Lights Casino & Hotel | Walker | 24 hours |
Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort | Granite Falls | 24 hours |
Running Aces | Columbus | 24 hours |
Seven Clans Casino Red Lake | Red Lake | Mon-Thu 10:00-00:00; Fri 10:00-03:00; Sat 08:00-03:00; Sun 08:00-00:00 |
Seven Clans Casino Thief River Falls | Thief River Falls | 08:00-03:00 |
Seven Clans Casino Warroad | Warroad | 08:00-03:00 |
Shooting Star Casino Bagley | Bagley | Sun-Thu 11:00-00:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-02:00 |
Shooting Star Casino Mahnomen | Mahnomen | 24 hours |
Treasure Island Resort & Casino | Welch | 24 hours |
White Oak Casino | Deer River | 24 hours |
Minnesota takes problem gambling seriously and offers support for anyone struggling to stay in control of their gambling habits.
Minnesota Alliance on Problem Gambling
Website: mnproblemgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-333-HOPE (4673)
National Problem Gambling Helpline
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
24/7 Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (426-2537)
Help is free, confidential, and always available; don’t hesitate to reach out.
Real-money online casinos are not legal in Minnesota, so players won’t find any licensed or regulated platforms based within the state. Until legislation changes, Minnesotans don’t have access to official online gambling options and should be cautious about using unregulated offshore sites due to safety and legal risks.
In Minnesota, you need to be 18 or older to legally gamble, but many casinos set the age limit at 21 if alcohol is available on the gaming floor.
Yes, gambling winnings are taxable in Minnesota and must be reported on both your state and federal tax returns. If you itemize deductions, you can write off losses, but only up to the amount you’ve won, and you’ll need proper records to back it up.