Calgary bettors finally have licensed online options. Since Alberta’s regulated market launched on July 13, 2026, you can bet with private betting sites approved by the province, not just the government-run Play Alberta site.
Below is how to get your first bet placed from Calgary, your in-person options around the city, and what you can bet on Calgary’s teams. For the full rundown on the province’s rules, see our Alberta sports betting guide.
Calgary Sports Betting Quick Facts
| Online sports betting | Legal and regulated in Alberta since July 13, 2026 |
| Legal betting age | 18+ |
| Licensed sites | About 50 approved betting sites and casinos |
| Location rule | You must be physically in Alberta to bet |
| In-person betting | Sport Select at lottery retailers |
| Nearest racetrack | Century Downs, just north of the city |
Bet On Sports From Calgary – 4 Step Guide
Follow these four steps to start betting online from anywhere in Calgary.
Step 1. Open An Account At A Licensed Betting Site
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All three of our recommended betting sites are licensed for Alberta’s regulated market. Sports Interaction is our top rated betting site for Calgary residents, so we use SIA for the rest of this guide.
SIA is licensed in Alberta by the Alberta iGaming Corporation as well as in Ontario, and it is entirely focused on Canadian bettors. That shows in its customer service, its bet offerings and its Canadian deposit and withdrawal options, including Interac.
Click here to visit SportsInteraction.com. Click the ‘Register’ button on the landing page and complete the sign up form to open your account. You can bet on the website or download the Sports Interaction betting app for iPhone or Android.
Step 2. Verify Your Identity And Location
Licensed Alberta sites must confirm you are 18 or older, so have government-issued photo ID ready. They also check that you are physically in Alberta each time you bet, so allow location access on your phone. Betting from anywhere in Calgary is fine. You just can’t place a bet from outside the province, such as on a trip to BC.
Step 3. Deposit
Log into your SIA account and click the ‘Deposit’ button. Choose a deposit method (Interac e-Transfer, Visa, Mastercard, etc.) and follow the instructions to fund your account.
Step 4. Place Your Bets
- Click ‘Sports’ from the top menu.
- Navigate to the sport and game you want to bet on.
- Select the odds of the bet you want to make.
- Enter your stake on the bet slip.
- If you’re happy with the stake and potential return, confirm to lock in the wager.
New to reading odds? Our betting odds explained page walks through how decimal odds turn into a payout.
Betting On Calgary Teams
Every licensed Alberta betting site offers full markets on Calgary’s two biggest teams, the Flames and the Stampeders: moneylines, spreads, totals, player props and live betting. Sports Interaction takes bets on every team below when their league is in season, while coverage of the smaller leagues varies at other betting sites.
- Calgary Flames (Hockey – NHL)
- Calgary Stampeders (Football – CFL)
- Calgary Roughnecks (Lacrosse – NLL)
- Cavalry FC (Soccer – CPL)
- Calgary Surge (Basketball – CEBL)
- Calgary Wranglers (Hockey – AHL)
Sports Interaction and Bet365 also offer AHL betting markets, so you can bet on the Wranglers, the Flames’ top affiliate, with spreads, totals and moneylines.
You may have noticed Play Alberta logos on Flames, Stampeders, Wranglers and Roughnecks uniforms. That’s a sponsorship deal with the government-run site, not a sign it’s the only place to bet. Any licensed Alberta betting app can take your bets on Calgary teams.
In-Person Sports Betting In Calgary
Sport Select
You can bet on sports in person at any Calgary lottery retailer that sells Sport Select, the Western Canada Lottery Corporation’s sports betting game. Fill out a slip and pay at the counter.
The catch is the odds. Sport Select pays noticeably less than licensed betting sites on the same bets. In our Alberta guide, we have a screenshot example that shows the same four-leg NHL parlay paid $174.85 less on a $10 bet at Sport Select than at Sports Interaction. If you’re betting regularly, online is the better deal.
Calgary Casinos And Sports Betting
Calgary has seven casinos, plus Century Downs just north of the city. Alberta’s rules now allow casinos to open retail sportsbooks, but as of November 2026 none of Calgary’s casinos has one open. Here’s where each one stands:
| Casino | Location | In-person betting |
|---|---|---|
| Cowboys Casino | 421 12 Ave SE (Victoria Park) | No sportsbook yet |
| Pure Casino Calgary | 1420 Meridian Rd NE | Sportsbook planned |
| Deerfoot Inn & Casino | 11500 35 St SE | No sportsbook yet |
| ACE Casino Airport | 40 Aero Cres NE | No sportsbook yet |
| ACE Casino Blackfoot | 1010 42 Ave SE | No sportsbook yet |
| Elbow River Casino | 218 18 Ave SE | Off-track horse racing betting and Racing Theater |
| Grey Eagle Resort & Casino | 3777 Grey Eagle Dr, Tsuut’ina Nation | No sportsbook yet |
| Century Downs Racetrack and Casino | 260 Century Downs Dr, Balzac | Live and simulcast horse racing |
Pure Casino Calgary is the best bet for Calgary’s first casino sportsbook. Pure Casino Entertainment has partnered with sportsbook provider Kambi to bring in-person sports betting to its casinos in Calgary, Edmonton and Lethbridge, but hasn’t announced an opening date.
Until a casino sportsbook opens, your in-person option for sports bets is Sport Select at a lottery retailer, and the best value is still a licensed betting app on your phone.
Horse Racing Betting In Calgary
Century Downs Racetrack and Casino in Balzac, just north of Calgary’s city limits, is the area’s horse racing venue. It offers live racing plus simulcast betting on races from across North America. In the city, Elbow River Casino has an off-track betting facility and a Racing Theater where you can watch and bet on races.
Alberta’s licensed betting sites don’t currently offer horse racing, so the track, off-track betting and HPIbet are the main ways to bet on horses from Calgary. See our guide to betting on horse racing in Canada for more.
Sports Betting In Calgary – FAQ
Below I’ve answered the questions I get most often from Calgary bettors.
Is Online Sports Betting Legal In Calgary?
Yes. Calgary follows Alberta’s rules, and Alberta has had a regulated online sports betting market since July 13, 2026. You must be 18 or older and physically in Alberta to bet.
Do Any Calgary Casinos Have A Sportsbook?
Not yet. Alberta’s rules allow casino sportsbooks, but as of November 2026 none of Calgary’s casinos has opened one. Pure Casino Calgary is expected to be first, with no opening date announced.
Can I Bet At A Flames Game At The Saddledome?
Yes, on your phone. You’re in Alberta, so you can bet through any licensed betting app from your seat, including live bets during the game. There’s no sportsbook counter in the arena.
Where Can I Bet On Horse Racing In Calgary?
At Century Downs in Balzac, at off-track betting locations such as Elbow River Casino, or online through HPIbet. Alberta’s licensed betting sites don’t currently offer horse racing.
What Is The Legal Gambling Age At Calgary Casinos?
18. The same age applies to casinos, Sport Select and licensed betting sites across Alberta.
Is There A Betting App In Calgary?
Yes. Sports Interaction and other licensed Alberta betting sites have apps for iPhone and Android, including live in-game betting. Keep location services on, since the app checks that you’re in Alberta before each bet.
Can I Use A Local Bookie In Calgary?
I advise against it. Taking bets without a provincial licence is illegal in Canada, and with licensed betting sites now available in Alberta there’s no reason to take the risk. Licensed sites are secure, easy to use, and will generally have better odds than a local bookie. They also give you a regulator to turn to if there’s ever a dispute.
Can I Bet Using My Credit Card?
Yes, all three of our recommended betting sites accept Visa and Mastercard deposits. If you deposit by credit card, you will likely need to cash out your winnings another way, such as Interac.
Can I Fund My Account With Interac?
Yes, all of our recommended betting sites accept Interac for both deposits and withdrawals. I personally use Interac for most of my deposits and cash outs. It’s fast, easy, and a method Canadians already know.