You can bet on the Kentucky Derby both online and in person at various legal sportsbooks and horse racing betting platforms. Here are the main options for 2025:
Online Betting Platforms
- FanDuel Racing : The premier horse racing betting site in the U.S., available in 28 states, offering live streaming and quick race updates. New users can get a $500 No Sweat First Bet promo
- TwinSpires : The official Kentucky Derby betting partner, available in 38 states, with a promo code offering up to $400 in bonus funds for new users
- 1/ST BET : Another horse racing betting app where you can wager on the Derby
- Bovada : Offers some of the best American and European odds, with bonuses up to $750 for crypto users and $250 for others
- BetOnline : Known for a wide selection of horse racing bets and a welcome bonus of 50% up to $250 in free bets. Accepts cryptocurrencies and traditional payment methods
In-Person Betting
- The Kentucky Derby is held at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky , where you can place bets physically on race day
Legal Considerations
- Online betting is legal in many states, but you must be of legal age (usually 18 or 21 depending on the platform and state)
- Kentucky legalized sports betting in 2023, and several sportsbooks like bet365, BetMGM, Caesars, DraftKings, FanDuel, and others operate legally in the state
Summary
For the best online experience, FanDuel Racing and TwinSpires are top recommended platforms in the U.S. If you are in Kentucky, you can also use licensed sportsbooks and bet in person at Churchill Downs on Derby day
