Hollywood Casino Bangor
Hollywood Casino Bangor is one of two Maine commercial casinos eligible to apply for a retail sports betting license under LD 585. As of early 2026, no sportsbook has opened on-site — but the path to one remains open.
At a Glance
Why No Sportsbook Yet?
Under Maine's two-tier licensing framework, commercial casinos like Hollywood Casino Bangor are eligible for a retail sportsbook license independent of any tribal partnership. The application process runs through the Maine Gambling Control Unit. Penn Entertainment has not publicly committed to opening a sportsbook in Bangor, likely a function of Maine's modest retail handle relative to other Penn markets.
How a Bangor Sportsbook Could Work
- Direct license — Penn could pursue its own retail license and brand the sportsbook independently.
- Operator partnership — More likely, Penn would partner with an existing book (its national brand is ESPN BET) to operate inside the casino.
- Tribal partnership extension — Less likely but possible: a Wabanaki tribe could extend its license to cover a Bangor retail location.
Online Betting from Bangor
Until a retail sportsbook opens, Bangor bettors who want to wager in person are out of luck. Online and mobile betting through Caesars and DraftKings remains fully available throughout the city via geolocation. See our Bangor betting guide for local context.
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