Maryland
Gambling Laws 2026

Maryland has built a substantial commercial casino market since 2012. Six licensed facilities operate including MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Horseshoe Casino Baltimore, and Live! Casino and Hotel in Hanover. These are large, full-service operations. Sports betting launched in late 2021 and mobile betting followed in 2022. Online casino gambling launched in 2023, making Maryland one of the newer states to offer legal online slots and table games.

The lottery has operated since 1973. Horse racing at Laurel Park and Pimlico Race Course is significant — Pimlico hosts the Preakness Stakes, the second leg of the Triple Crown, every May. The racing industry has faced financial challenges but remains active.

For residents in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, casino access is strong. Multiple large properties are within reasonable driving distance of most of the state's population. Mobile sports betting works statewide through major apps. Online casino gambling adds another layer, allowing residents to play slots and table games at home through licensed Maryland operators. The market is now one of the more complete gambling ecosystems on the East Coast.

6 commercial casinos including MGM National Harbor. Online casino gambling launched 2023.

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