Hard Rock sports betting app goes live days before Rockford casino grand opening

Hard Rock Casino Rockford is offering fans a new option for sports betting .

The casino will have a live sportsbook when it opens for the first time at 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, but it has already gone live with a digital app called Hard Rock Bet in conjunction with Hard Rock Digital, according to a news release.

Here is what you need to know:

Where is Hard Rock Bet available?

The mobile app is available for download on mobile devices via iOS App Store and Android via the Google Play Store. It can also be accessed on a desktop at HardRock.bet .

Where can I use it?

The app can be used to place bets on sporting events anywhere in Illinois.

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Are there any promotions or offers for signing up?

New Illinois players can take advantage of Hard Rock Bet’s signup offer and receive $100 in bonus bets after their first cash bet of at least $5, according to a news release.

What kind of wagers does the app accept?

Hard Rock Bet offers pre-game, live betting, futures and multiple parlay options including same game parlays.

What kind of ratings does it have?

The Hard Rock Bet app has a rating of 4.9 stars in the App Store and 4.8 stars in the Google Play Store.

What will the Hard Rock Sportsbook be like?

The live sportsbook will feature five betting kiosks, three betting windows and lots of televisions along with plenty of food and drink options.

Jeff Kolkey writes about government, economic development and other issues for the Rockford Register Star. He can be reached at  (815) 987-1374, via email at jkolkey@rrstar.com and on X @jeffkolkey .

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