Sports Betting in Louisiana - Get $500 in Free Bets

No longer is Louisiana just a place to go to eat some great Cajun food, listen to Jazz music, or to do something you'll completely regret on Bourbon St. Starting Friday, residents of the Pelican State can now add online sports betting to their bow – and we can get you started on the right foot immediately with $500 in free bets.

Since the Supreme Court struck down PASPA in May 2018, legal online sports betting has accelerated across the country and is becoming the fastest growing market in America.

Annnnddd….. Sports betting is now available online in Louisiana!

Who’s taking bets in Louisiana?

Four sportsbooks have confirmed they will be going live in Louisiana when they officially go live on Friday, Caesars Sportsbook, BetMGM, FanDuel Sportsbook and DraftKings Sportsbook, with more coming in the future.

How can I claim $500 in Free Bets?

American sportsbooks are currently engaged in a battle for loyal customers, and are crazy about your business, meaning the welcome offers are ridiculous, but it's important that you get signed up before the state officially goes live on Friday as these offers will change.

Here's how you can claim $500 in free bets before you even make a deposit:

Caesars Sportsbook has already made their mark in New Orleans after becoming naming rights sponsor of the Caesars Superdome, the home of the New Orleans Saints. Their pre-registration offer is as grand as the dome itself with a $300 free bet paired with a deposit match of up to $3000 on your first deposit. This is by far the best welcome offer out there.

BetMGM is offering you $200 straight out of the gate, without the need to make a deposit.

Other offers available include:

• Next up we have FanDuel Sportsbook - by far the most well-known sportsbook in America – who are offering a $1,000 Risk-Free Bet and $100 in site credits when you pre-register.
• Last but not least we have DraftKings Sportsbook also with a $1,000 deposit bonus.

If you’d like more details about any of the books or promos above, please visit our sportsbook review section where we go into more detail, along with additional welcome offers.

It’s Official: 𝗖𝗮𝗲𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗼𝗺𝗲 ⚜️

The #Saints and Caesars Entertainment (@CaesarsEnt) announced today the formation of a 20-year, exclusive naming-rights partnership that rebrands New Orleans’ iconic downtown stadium as the Caesars Superdome! pic.twitter.com/gYb64KgPn5

— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) July 26, 2021

Check back regularly as we will keep this list updated.

How do I get started betting in Louisiana?

Once you’ve picked the sportsbook you like, it’s time to sign up! Registering for an online sports wagering account is simple and can be done on your computer or on your cell phone. Generally, you’ll just have to provide some personal details and then you’re all done.

We’ve detailed the process to joining a sportsbook here: 5 Steps to Placing Your First Online Sports Bet!

What does Louisiana sports betting mean?

State by state, month by month, the deregulation of online sports betting rolls out across the country. If you’re in Louisiana, you can now legally, safely and actively participate in one of the great pastimes. In short, Louisiana, you can now bet to your heart’s content whenever you want! Got a smartphone? Your parlay full of picks is now in your pocket!