Betting begins July 10

DraftKings announced the opening of a new temporary retail sportsbook at the Mardi Gras Casino in Black Hawk, Colorado this week. The sports betting operator worked with Twin River Worldwide Holdings to launch the venue, with betting beginning on July 10. Located on the first floor of the casino, the sportsbook will offer quality betting options while a permanent structure is being constructed.

Right now, the book has just one cashier window and eight self-service betting kiosks. The space includes several flat-screen televisions for viewing games.

permanent sportsbook will feature a much larger area

Once completed, the permanent sportsbook will feature a much larger area than the temporary space. The permanent location will house a large feature bar along with a massive wall of televisions. The space will also offer a VIP Lounge. Sports fans will be able to wager on all major United States sports, including NFL and NCAA football, baseball, basketball, auto racing, and more.

Ezra Kucharz, the chief business officer for DraftKings, commented on the new launch. He stated the brand is thrilled to come together with the Mardi Gras Casino to provide exciting, real time gaming opportunities as sports return. “DraftKings and Mardi Gras Casino are committed to providing a safe, immersive and entertaining gaming environment to ensure sports fans in Colorado have the most enjoyable experience possible,” he said.

COVID-19 protections and online options

As the sportsbook begins offering services, Mardi Gras Casino has several COVID-19 precautions in place. All guests and employees must wear a face covering while on-site. The property uses hand-held thermometers for temperature checks.

DraftKings sportsbook can also be accessed online

Guests must practice social distancing when visiting. The property has increased cleaning as well as sanitizing. For those who are not comfortable with visiting the casino just yet, the DraftKings sportsbook can also be accessed online. Players can download the mobile option on both Android and iOS devices.

Sports betting steadily growing in Colorado

Sports betting launched in Colorado on May 1 with four operators: DraftKings, FanDuel, ROAR digital, and BetRivers. The state decided to permit online betting because of casino closures caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

the first time that Betsson will offer online sports betting in the US

By June, new operators had secured deals in the state to begin offering sports betting services. Betfred US launched a new sportsbook at the Saratoga Casino in Black Hawk. The brand also announced plans to create a betting lounge outside Empower Field at Mile High, home of the Denver Broncos.

Betsson announced plans to enter the Colorado sports betting market by 2021, signing a ten-year deal with the Dostal Alley Casino. This deal marks the first time that Betsson will offer online sports betting in the US.