Is Sports Betting Legal in Wisconsin?
Yes. Wisconsin allows federally recognized tribes to negotiate amendments to their existing tribal gaming compacts with the state. These compact amendments authorize sports betting under tribal jurisdiction, making wagering legal at approved tribal properties.
To date, four compact amendments have been approved:
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2021 – Oneida Nation
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2022 – Forest County Potawatomi Community
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2022 – St. Croix Chippewa Indians
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2024 – Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians
While the Lac du Flambeau Band has secured approval to offer sports betting, it has not yet launched sportsbook operations. In April 2026, Governor Tony Evers signed legislation that would enable the state's 11 Indian tribes to offer mobile sports betting statewide.
What’s Happening in Wisconsin Sports Betting Right Now
Here are the latest developments in Wisconsin’s sports betting landscape:
Sept. 6, 2024 — The Green Bay Packers open their season against the Philadelphia Eagles in São Paulo, Brazil. Sportsbooks are promoting special offers tied to the international Week 1 matchup.
May 31, 2024 — Potawatomi Sportsbook officially opened at Potawatomi Casino in Milwaukee. Bettors can select wagers online through the sportsbook’s platform and place bets either inside the sportsbook lounge or at 24/7 self-service kiosks.
April 16, 2024 — The federal government approved a new gaming compact between Wisconsin and the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians. The tribe operates Lake of the Torches Resort Casino and now has authorization to offer sports betting under the amended agreement.
March 12, 2024 — St. Croix Casino in Hertel launched in-person sports betting, becoming the third St. Croix location to offer retail sportsbook services.
Feb. 1, 2024 — The Kenosha County Board of Supervisors approved a proposed Hard Rock Casino development. The project still requires approval from the governor and the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs.
Jan. 4, 2024 — The Kenosha City Council voted in favor of an agreement with the Menominee Tribe’s gaming authority, advancing plans for a potential Hard Rock Casino development on tribal land.
April 13, 2026 – Gov. Tony Evers signs legislation permitting the state's 11 Indian tribes to offer mobile sports betting.
Where Can You Bet on Sports in Wisconsin?
Sports betting in Wisconsin is available in person at tribal casinos that operate under amended gaming compacts. It is soon expected to be available statewide on a mobile basis now that legislation has been enacted that legalizes such platforms in cooperation with Indian tribes.
Tribal Casinos Offering Retail Sports Betting
Currently, the following tribes offer in-person sportsbook wagering:
Oneida Nation (Green Bay area)
The Oneida Nation was the first to launch sports betting in the state, opening retail sportsbooks at both Green Bay properties.
Forest County Potawatomi Community
The Potawatomi initially introduced self-service betting kiosks at both properties. The Milwaukee location has since expanded to include a full retail sportsbook promos experience. The tribe partnered with Kambi Group to power its sports betting operations, allowing bettors to browse selections online before placing wagers on-site.
St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin
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St. Croix Casino — Turtle Lake
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St. Croix Casino — Danbury
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St. Croix Casino — Hertel
All three locations offer in-person sports betting via kiosks. The tribe partnered with International Game Technology (IGT) to provide sportsbook technology.
Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Wisconsin?
Yes. Initially, online sports betting was only permitted on tribal lands or properties covered under tribal gaming compacts. In April of 2026, Gov. Tony Evers signed legislation clearing the way for the state's 11 Indian tribes to offer mobile sports betting statewide.
The Oneida Nation has taken a unique approach by extending its mobile betting availability beyond its main casino properties. Because the tribe owns multiple Oneida One-Stop convenience store and gas station locations in the Green Bay area, those properties qualify as approved betting zones under the compact.
That means bettors can use the Oneida sportsbook app at:
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Oneida Casino (near Airport Drive)
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Oneida Casino West Mason
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Main-Airport/IMAC Casino
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E & EE Oneida One-Stop
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Four Paths Oneida One-Stop
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Highway 54 Oneida One-Stop
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Larsen Oneida One-Stop
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Packerland Oneida One-Stop
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Travel Center Oneida One-Stop
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Westwind Oneida One-Stop
Within designated geofenced areas at these locations, bettors can place wagers using the mobile app.
Wisconsin Sports Betting Law
Wisconsin authorizes wagering through amendments to tribal gaming compacts. In April 2026, the tribes were given the legislative go-ahead to expand their offerings to mobile sports betting through compacts with the state.
The Oneida Compact Amendment
Sports betting in Wisconsin began with an amendment to the Oneida Nation’s original 1991 gaming compact. The sports betting authorization marked the third amendment to that agreement.
While many tribal compact amendments are brief, this one effectively functions as the state’s sports betting framework.
Under the amendment, the Oneida Nation may offer wagering on “events,” defined as:
“Accepting wagers on the outcomes of, or occurrences within, sports and non-sports games, contests, and matches, but shall not include parimutuel wagering on horse, harness, or dog-racing events.”
This definition allows betting on:
The language covering “outcomes” and “occurrences within” events also permits live betting in addition to traditional pregame wagers.
Most-Favored Nation Clause
The amendment also includes a provision allowing the Oneida Nation to benefit from any expanded gaming permissions granted to other tribes in the future. If another federally recognized tribe in Wisconsin negotiates broader sports betting terms, those benefits would extend to the Oneida Nation as well.
As a result, Wisconsin’s sports betting market continues to evolve through compact negotiations rather than traditional legislative action.
Popular Sports for Betting in Wisconsin
While sports betting locations in Wisconsin are limited to tribal properties, enthusiasm for the state’s top teams runs deep. With a population of nearly 6 million, Wisconsin boasts strong support for its professional franchises and major college programs.
NFL
Few fan bases in the NFL are as passionate as those of the Green Bay Packers. The Packers are uniquely structured as a publicly owned nonprofit corporation, meaning thousands of fans hold ownership shares in the team.
That deep-rooted loyalty makes Packers games - and Packers odds - among the most popular betting markets in Wisconsin.
NBA
The Milwaukee Bucks have seen a surge in popularity, especially following their 2021 NBA championship. Consistently competitive in recent seasons, the Bucks remain one of the league’s premier teams and a major draw for bettors in the state.
MLB
Baseball also maintains a strong following in Wisconsin. The Milwaukee Brewers, established in 1970, have built a loyal fan base over decades of play. While the franchise is still chasing its first World Series title, Brewers games remain a steady betting option during the MLB season.
NHL
Wisconsin does not have an NHL franchise, despite its strong hockey tradition at the collegiate level. As a result, fan loyalties are often split among nearby teams, including:
The absence of an in-state NHL team has not dampened interest in hockey betting, particularly during the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
NCAA
College sports are a major part of Wisconsin’s identity. The University of Wisconsin Badgers, competing in the Big Ten Conference, field nationally competitive programs in football and basketball and enjoy widespread support across the state.
However, Wisconsin’s tribal casinos do not accept wagers on in-state college teams or events. That means bettors cannot place wagers on the Badgers when they compete.
Other Types of Gambling in Wisconsin
While sports betting is available in a limited capacity through tribal casinos, it’s far from the only gambling option in Wisconsin. Residents and visitors can participate in several other forms of legal wagering across the state.
Casinos
Wisconsin does not have commercial casinos, but it is home to more than two dozen tribal-owned casinos.
These properties range from smaller venues with primarily slot machines to full-service resorts offering:
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Slot machines
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Table games
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Poker rooms
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Bingo
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Keno
Bingo is particularly notable in Wisconsin, as some tribal casinos offer higher-stakes games than are commonly found in other states.
Examples of tribal casinos include:
Online Gambling
Lake of the Torches Resort Casino in Lac du Flambeau offers certain instant-win style games through a proprietary app. These games function similarly to online lottery scratch-offs rather than full-scale online casino platforms.
Outside of approved tribal properties, online casino gambling is not authorized.
Horse Betting
Wisconsin does not currently operate any full-time live horse racing tracks. While occasional harness racing events may occur at county fairs, there are no permanent pari-mutuel racing venues in the state.
There are two off-track betting (OTB) facilities located at tribal casinos, but both are currently inactive with no confirmed reopening timeline.
Residents can, however, legally wager on horse races through licensed online advance deposit wagering (ADW) platforms. These sites provide betting access to races held across the United States and, in some cases, internationally.
Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS)
Daily fantasy sports operate in a legal gray area in Wisconsin. State law does not explicitly authorize DFS platforms such as DraftKings or FanDuel, but it also does not expressly prohibit them.
As a result, most major DFS operators currently accept players located in Wisconsin. This status could change if future legislation addresses the issue.
Lottery
The Wisconsin Lottery offers a variety of games, including:
Lottery products are widely available throughout the state at authorized retailers.
