Gambling Age in Maine

The legal gambling age in Maine is 21 for casino gaming and 18 for the state lottery, pari-mutuel wagering, and charitable gaming. Maine offers a modest gambling scene, including two casinos, a state lottery, and horse racing tracks.

You Must Be 21 to Gamble in Maine

In Maine, individuals must be 21 to gamble at casinos. The state has two casinos—Oxford Casino and Hollywood Casino Bangor—offering slot machines, table games, and poker. Sports betting is expected to launch soon under recently passed legislation, and it will also require participants to be 21. For purchasing lottery tickets, betting on horse racing, and participating in charitable gaming activities like bingo, the minimum age is 18.

Maine’s gambling history began with the establishment of the state lottery in 1974. Pari-mutuel betting on horse racing has also been a long-standing tradition. Casinos were introduced later, following voter-approved referendums in 2003 and 2010. Today, Maine’s gambling industry operates under strict regulations to ensure fair play and age compliance.

For more information on gambling in Maine, visit Maine Gambling Control Unit or Maine State Lottery.

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