Delaware was the first state outside Nevada to offer legal single-game sports betting, launching retail books at its three racinos in June 2018. Online sports betting is limited to a single operator — BetRivers, under an exclusive Delaware Lottery contract since December 2023 — for bettors 21 and over.

The First State also has a genuine racing scene: Delaware Park runs live thoroughbred racing from May to October, while Harrington Raceway and Bally’s Dover host harness racing. Online horse race betting in Delaware is available to bettors 18 and older through licensed advance-deposit (ADW) racebooks — AmWager, TwinSpires, FanDuel Racing, DRF Bets and NYRA Bets all accept Delaware customers and cover the state’s own Delaware Park alongside national and international simulcast from one account. ADW wagering isn’t formally codified in statute, but national racebooks operate freely and the state has never acted against them.

Delaware (DE) Horse Race Betting Facts: Online horse race betting in Delaware is available to bettors 18+ through national ADW racebooks (accepted, not codified). Tracks: Delaware Park (Wilmington, Thoroughbred May–Oct) + Harrington Raceway & Bally’s Dover (harness). First state outside Nevada with legal single-game sports betting (2018); online sports = BetRivers only, 21+. Top Delaware horse racing betting sites & apps (ADWs): AmWager (best), TwinSpires, FanDuel Racing, DRF Bets, NYRA Bets — each with welcome offers and promo codes.

Best Horse Racing Betting Sites in Delaware (2026)

All major US Advance Deposit Wagering (ADW) apps operate in Delaware. Each lets you bet every Delaware track plus US, UK and international racing from one account. Minimum age 18.

1. 1
   ★ TOP PICK

   AmWager

   ★ 4.8 / 5

   Delaware Park near Wilmington anchors the First State’s Thoroughbred racing, and AmWager carries it alongside 250+ tracks worldwide. The draw is the rebate: 6–8% back on every wager, win or lose, on top of true track odds, with HD streaming and a fast cashier.

   $50 DEPOSIT MATCH 6-8% REBATES LIVE STREAMING 250+ TRACKS
   Sign up at AmWager → Bonus: 100% deposit match up to $50
   18+. New AmWager customers only. Limit one signup bonus per person. Match applies to first deposit only, up to $50. To unlock the full bonus, deposit $50 and place qualifying wagers totaling $50 within 30 days. Cancelled or refunded bets don't count. Bonus credited in single deposit within 7 business days of meeting requirements. Bonus credits are non-withdrawable; winnings are cash and withdrawable. Unused bonus expires after 30 days. · Full AmWager review
2. 2

   TwinSpires

   ★ 4.5 / 5

   Best for: Triple Crown. Churchill Downs Inc.’s TwinSpires covers Delaware Park and the Triple Crown trail it owns as the Kentucky Derby’s official partner, with deep stakes coverage and rewards on every bet.

   Bonus: $200 bonus after $500 in wagers · Min age 18
3. 3

   FanDuel Racing

   ★ 4.6 / 5

   Best for: Live streaming. FanDuel Racing — the TVG platform owned by Flutter — carries Delaware Park and the national simulcast menu, with expert daily picks and a first-bet refund up to $500 for new accounts.

   Bonus: Up to $500 back on first wager if it loses · Min age 18
4. 4

   DRF Bets

   ★ 4.3 / 5

   Best for: Handicapping data. DRF Bets gives Delaware handicappers unlimited DRF Classic past performances and Beyer Speed Figures with a funded account, covering Delaware Park and the national cards.

   Bonus: 100% deposit match up to $200 · Min age 18
5. 5 NYRA Bets
   $200 in cash rewards after $400 in wagers
6. 6 1/ST BET
   Choice of three options up to $500

Best Delaware Horse Race Betting Apps: Coverage, Rebates & Bonuses

The best horse racing betting site in Delaware balances Delaware Park coverage, rebates and streaming. The top online horse race betting apps — AmWager, TwinSpires and FanDuel Racing — carry Delaware Park plus 250+ tracks worldwide in HD, pay cashback on every wager (AmWager runs 6–8% rebates, win or lose), and bundle DRF past performances and Beyer Speed Figures. Every Delaware-legal racebook offers a new-customer welcome offer and promo code, from AmWager’s 100% deposit match up to $50 to FanDuel Racing’s first-bet refund up to $500. All are ADW operators you fund once and bet from your phone anywhere in the First State.

Best Sportsbook Apps in Delaware (2026)

Licensed online sportsbooks operating in Delaware, regulated by the state gaming authority. Minimum age 21.

1. 1
   ★ BEST LOYALTY PROGRAM

   BetRivers

   ★ 4.5 / 5

   BetRivers is Delaware’s sole online sportsbook — Rush Street launched the state’s mobile betting in December 2023 under the Delaware Lottery, replacing the old parlay-only system. As the only game in town it has no direct rivals, and its iRush Rewards program is among the most generous in US betting.

   UP TO $500 2ND CHANCE BET PROMO CODE USBTRV iRUSH REWARDS iCASINO LINK
   Sign up at BetRivers → 2nd Chance Bet up to $500
   21+. New customers only. $10 minimum deposit. First wager placed within 30 days qualifies; if it loses, BetRivers returns the stake up to $500 as a single Bonus Bet. Bonus Bet expires after 30 days, 1× playthrough requirement. Use promo code USBTRV at signup. 21+. T&Cs apply. · Full BetRivers review

Delaware’s three racetracks — addresses & live cards

Signature stakes races at Delaware’s tracks

Beyond the everyday cards, each Delaware track hosts at least one feature stakes race that draws statewide attention — most are bettable through every ADW listed above.

How Delaware compares to neighboring states

Who regulates horse racing & sports betting in Delaware

Delaware uses two separate regulators for horse racing and sports wagering — each licenses operators independently.

Delaware horse betting — frequently asked questions

Is online horse racing betting legal in Delaware?

Effectively yes. Delaware never formally codified advance-deposit wagering, but the state permits national ADW racebooks to accept Delaware bettors 18 or older, and they operate without interference. You can also bet live and simulcast at the three racetracks.

Which racetracks are in Delaware?

Delaware Park in Wilmington is the only thoroughbred track (live May–October, home of the Delaware Handicap). Harrington Raceway and Bally’s Dover run harness racing. All three are racinos with retail sportsbooks.

What's the best horse racing app in Delaware?

Our editors rate AmWager the top pick — 250+ tracks, 6–8% rebates and a 100% deposit match up to $50. Sign up at AmWager. TwinSpires, FanDuel Racing, DRF Bets, NYRA Bets and 1/ST BET also serve Delaware.

Is sports betting legal in Delaware?

Yes — Delaware was the first state outside Nevada to take a single-game bet, in June 2018. Retail books operate at the three racinos, and BetRivers is the only online sportsbook. Betting on in-state college teams is prohibited. Minimum age 21.

What's the minimum age to bet in Delaware?

21 for sports betting and casino gaming; 18 for pari-mutuel horse racing.

Can I bet the Kentucky Derby from Delaware?

Yes. Every Delaware-accessible ADW carries Kentucky Derby and Breeders’ Cup wagering, and Delaware Park offers simulcast Derby Day cards.

New to horse betting in Delaware? Explore our guides for clear answers to the most common questions — explained by veteran horse racing commentator Mike Brunker of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.