Super Bowl Betting In Vegas? Best To Plan Ahead

 

Written By Marc Meltzer on January 12, 2025
circa sportsbook in vegas with super bowl betting odds

 

Sin City is at its busiest during Super Bowl weekend. Football enthusiasts, gamblers, and their companions flood Las Vegas hotels, sportsbooks, and eateries.

Last year, the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) reported a record-breaking $179.8 million worth of bets placed on the Super Bowl in Nevada, making it the most bet-on game of the year in the state.

If you’ve never experienced Sin City during the Big Game, it’s important to understand a few things about Super Bowl weekend in Las Vegas. Primarily, Nevada sports betting apps function in a unique way compared to other states where sports betting is legal. We’ll delve into the reasons behind this.

Nevada sports betting apps only work in Nevada

Sportsbook apps in Nevada are not linked with the sports betting apps of the same brand operating legally in the other 35 states.

Apps from BetMGM, Caesars, Circa, Westgate SuperBook, William Hill, and Wynn that are used in other states do not function in Nevada. You are required to download the Nevada-specific versions of these apps and then deposit money into the Nevada betting app’s wallet at a physical sportsbook located within the corresponding casino.

For instance, if you want to place a bet using BetMGM’s sportsbook, you are required to download the BetMGM Nevada sports betting app.

Sign up for an NV online sportsbook inside a Nevada casino

If you don’t have a sports betting account specifically for Nevada, you’ll need to go to the sportsbook’s physical casino to establish the account.

The duration of this process can vary from a few minutes to more than half an hour, depending on the day. It is advisable for anyone planning to visit Las Vegas for the Super Bowl to set up their sports betting accounts beforehand when Vegas is not as crowded. Otherwise, they could end up waiting anywhere from 10 minutes to over 45 minutes.

Initiating the sign-up process for a new sportsbook account is simple and can be started on your phone. However, to get your identification verified by a person, you are required to visit a sportsbook located within a Nevada casino.

You are required to deposit funds into your sports betting account in person at the sportsbook initially. Afterward, you can add funds through the app, similar to procedures in other states.

In addition, some sportsbooks mandate the creation of a rewards account, which may sometimes be located in a separate section of the casino.

Nevada sportsbook sign-up locations

Unique brand names are associated with sportsbook brands in Nevada, and these brands can own several casinos in Las Vegas. It is hoped that this guide to sportsbook brands and casinos will be a time-saver.

BetMGM sportsbook casinos

  • Aria
  • Bellagio
  • Cosmopolitan
  • Excalibur
  • Luxor
  • Bay of Mandalay
  • Grand MGM
  • The Illusion
  • New York, New York
  • MGM Park

Caesars sportsbook casinos

  • Palace of Caesar
  • Cromwell
  • Flamingo
  • Harrah’s
  • Formerly known as Bally’s, now Horseshoe.
  • Linq
  • Paris
  • Hollywood Planet

Circa sportsbook casinos

  • Resort Circa
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  • Gate of Gold
  • Near the Vegas Strip, Tuscany

William Hill sportsbook casinos

In Nevada, numerous full-service sportsbooks allow you to sign up for a William Hill account, including all properties of Caesars. Here are some additional casinos that feature a full-service William Hill sportsbook:

  • Binions
  • Royale Casino
  • Palms
  • Plaza
  • Sahara

The William Hill location finder can assist you in finding more.

Nevada independent casinos such as Wynn and Westgate have sportsbooks that are connected to Nevada sports betting apps.

Thousand ways to bet on the Super Bowl in Nevada

Compared to other states, Nevada sports betting apps usually offer smaller menus most of the year. However, the Super Bowl is an exception, during which these apps in Nevada provide as many or even more sports betting options than those across the rest of the country.

Super Bowl prop bets originated in Nevada for the 1986 game between the Chicago Bears and the New England Patriots. The yes or no bet on “Will William Perry score a touchdown?” was very popular.

Today, a number of Nevada sportsbooks provide over 1,000 betting options for the Big Game. Every sportsbook has its unique menu and odds, hence, selecting where to open an account may require some groundwork.

In recent years, SuperBook and William Hill have been the leaders in offering Super Bowl prop bets. William Hill, owned by Caesars, shares a betting menu with the latter.

You won’t find these Super Bowl prop bets in Nevada

Be aware, Nevada Super Bowl prop bets only include game-related bets, such as the coin toss bet. Therefore, you won’t see the following:

  • Bets on the color of Gatorade
  • Prop bets for the halftime show

Have a great Super Bowl Vegas experience

Finally, securing a spot to view the Super Bowl in Las Vegas isn’t as straightforward as watching sports at other times of the year. We’ll guide you on how to discover an excellent Super Bowl experience in Las Vegas.

Enjoying the Super Bowl in Las Vegas isn’t as straightforward as strolling to the sportsbook and taking a seat. However, there are a few general admission seats available at numerous sportsbooks located off the Vegas Strip.

Many of the well-known casinos on the Vegas Strip and other locations often impose a reservations fee or table minimum for the majority, if not all, of their sportsbook seats. Be sure to check the details at your preferred casino.

Super Bowl watch parties come in both paid and complimentary formats. It is easier to find a free watch party the further you move away from popular casinos. Typically, these parties offer general admission and operate on a pay-as-you-go basis for food and drink.

Typically, parties held in casino ballrooms or restaurants that require payment have reserved seating, and usually include some form of food and beverage. For information on specific parties, the Vegas Big Game group on Facebook is a fantastic community to consult.

Visiting Las Vegas offers a unique “Only In Vegas” experience. Parties are frequently held, often with an entrance fee, in locations you wouldn’t think of for watching the Big Game. Due to the mild weather in Las Vegas, watching the Super Bowl outdoors could be an enjoyable choice.

Finally, consult with your casino host about a VIP party if you’re a high roller. These are free and exclusive to a limited number of guests. The VIP party can be enjoyable if you’re okay with viewing the game in a somewhat clinical setting, and the free food and drink can compensate for the lack of ambiance.

Enjoying the Super Bowl at a retail sportsbook is extremely thrilling as almost everyone has a stake in the game.

 

 

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Marc grew up on the mean streets of the South Bronx. He’s the rare combination of Yankees and Jets fan which explains his often contrarian point of view. Marc is a freelance writer and social media consultant. Writing about steak, booze, gambling and Las Vegas is a tough job but somebody has to do it.

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