How to Gamble in Oklahoma

Oklahoma is home to many casinos, horse racing facilities and bingo halls. The casinos offer gambling, hotels, entertainment, dining and special events. If you aren't in the mood to go out, there's always the state lottery which offers weekly drawings and scratch-off tickets.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Bet on a horse race. Oklahoma has 4 race tracks. The Fair Meadows Race Track in Tulsa offers simulcast racing you can bet on 7 days a week and also schedules live races. Will Rogers Downs in Claremore has a casino and racing. Blue Ribbon Downs in Sallisaw and Remington Park Racetrack and Casino in Oklahoma City offer racing and betting.

2. Visit casinos in Oklahoma. There are over 50 casinos and gaming facilities in the state. Book a vacation including a room at one of the Oklahoma casino resorts. Many offer restaurants, spas, pools and golf.

3. Sit down to a game of poker or blackjack in Oklahoma. Get ready to say "Bingo" at over 10 locations statewide. Many casinos also offer bingo halls or electronic bingo.

4. Play Oklahoma's lottery. Lottery tickets for Powerball, Cash 5 and Pick 3 are available at retailers throughout the state. Buy scratch-off lottery tickets from retailers. The state controlled lottery offers many different scratch-off tickets.

Tips & Warnings

• Gambling age is 18 in Oklahoma. Many of the casinos serve alcohol and require you to be 21.
• Take identification to prove your age. You'll also need it if you win big and have to fill out state tax forms.
• Traveling by RV is no problem. Several casinos have RV parks conveniently located nearby.

Resources

• Choose a casino at Casino City.Com.