Arizona Online Off Track Betting in 2026

Arizona off track betting gives horse racing bettors access to physical OTB locations across the state as well as online wagering options.

This guide covers physical OTB locations and the best betting sites available to AZ bettors in 2026.

Whether you want a betting venue near you or prefer to bet from home, the guide below covers the options you need to know.

Best online OTB sites in Arizona

Arizona OTB locations

Arizona is one of the best-served states in the country for physical OTB access, with 40 listed OTB locations across the state.

The majority of the off track betting locations can be found in bars, restaurants and social clubs. To find a venue near you check out the Arizona Department of racing website, or visit our dedicated off track betting guide.

Below we break down the key OTB locations by city.

Phoenix area OTBs

Arizona OTB locations are mainly clustered in the Valley, with the Phoenix metro area having the highest statewide concentration of OTBs. See our off track betting guide for OTB options across the US.

The deepest choice can be found in Phoenix, Scottsdale and Glendale, with locations also available in Goodyear and Surprise.

  • Bleacher’s Sports Grill | 15410 S. Mountain Pkwy. #109, Phoenix, AZ | 480-759-4034
  • AJ Greyhound Park | 220 S. Delaware Dr., Apache Junction, AZ | 480-982-2371
  • Whiskey & Wings | 34406 N. Black Mountain Pkwy., Cave Creek, AZ | 480-275-6417
  • Harold’s Corral | 6895 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek, AZ | 480-488-1906
  • The Trophy Bar | 2551 W. Queen Creek Rd., Unit 4, Chandler, AZ | 602-377-8065
  • Third Base | 1949 W. Ray Rd. #11, Chandler, AZ | 480-782-6283
  • Parkview Taphouse | 16828 E. Parkview Ave. #B & C, Fountain Hills, AZ | 480-837-4884
  • Roman’s Oasis | 16825 W. Yuma Rd., Goodyear, AZ | 623-932-0922
  • Bambino’s Sports Grill | 3860 W. Happy Valley Rd., Glendale, AZ | 623-516-2300
  • Red Zone Sports Grill | 8110 W. Union Hills Dr., Glendale, AZ | 623-322-3593
  • Ric’s on 95th Sports Grill | 5134 N. 95th Ave., Glendale, AZ | 623-594-0900
  • The Nest North | 5843 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale, AZ | 480-534-5253
  • JJ Madison’s | 430 N. Power Rd., Mesa, AZ | 480-924-8778
  • O’Kelley’s | 2120 W. Guadalupe Rd., Mesa, AZ | 480-756-6069
  • RT O’Sullivan’s | 6646 E. Superstition Springs Blvd., Mesa, AZ | 480-396-9933
  • Peoria Pines | 8411 N. 107th Ave., Peoria, AZ | 623-972-1364
  • Bull Shooters | 3337 W. Peoria Ave., Phoenix, AZ | 602-441-2447
  • American Legion Post 1 | 364 N. 7th Ave., Phoenix, AZ | 602-253-8431
  • Casey Jones Grill | 2848 E. Bell Rd., Phoenix, AZ | 602-493-9930
  • Connolly’s Sports Grill | 2605 W. Carefree Hwy., Phoenix, AZ | 602-739-3379
  • RTO Sullivan’s | 7575 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ | 602-997-0084
  • Liberty Tavern | 10618 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, AZ | 602-687-8153
  • Gallagher’s Baseline | 3220 E. Baseline Rd., Phoenix, AZ | 602-437-0981
  • The Burg | 751 E. Union Hills Dr., Phoenix, AZ | 623-974-8555
  • Arena Sports Grill | 6245 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale, AZ | 480-948-0008
  • LongShot | 13610 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ | 480-951-8837
  • K O’Donnell’s | 14850 N. Northsight Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ | 480-922-7200
  • R.T. O’Sullivan’s | 7919 E. Thomas Rd., Scottsdale, AZ | 480-307-6533
  • Tavern Grille | 8880 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale, AZ | 480-292-3733
  • Brookside II | 15170 W. Bell Rd., Surprise, AZ | 623-556-1000
  • Runner’s | 12751 W. Bell Rd., Surprise, AZ | 623-583-7270
  • Boston’s Bar & Grill | 1730 E. Elliot Rd., Tempe, AZ | 480-831-0822

Tucson OTBs

Tucson remains Arizona’s second-biggest racing market and home to historic Rillito Park, although live racing at Rillito is currently paused.

Bettors still have three active off-track options around the city, from Golf Links Road on the east side to Ina Road in the northwest

  • Famous Sam’s East | 7129 E. Golf Links Rd., Tucson, AZ | 520-296-1245
  • Midtown Tavern | 3620 N. First Ave., Tucson, AZ | 520-696-9000
  • Old Father Inn | 4080 W. Ina Rd., Tucson, AZ | 520-744-1200

Yuma OTBs

The only active venue in Yuma is the Showcase Sports Bar.

  • Showcase Sports Bar | 2703 S. Fourth Ave., Yuma, AZ | 928-276-4059

Arizona horse racing tracks

Arziona currently has only one active track, Turf Paradise, after the Rillito Park Race Track paused activities in April 2023. It is believed that local officials are actively exploring a reopening of Rillito, but for now bettors should focus on Turf Paradise.

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Turf Paradise

Located at 1501 W. Bell Road in north Phoenix, Turf Paradise opened on January 7, 1956, and remains the center of Arizona’s racing calendar.

The track comes alive during Arizona’s cooler months, with Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing running from late fall into spring.

There’s both dirt and turf racing, along with plenty of space to settle in and enjoy an afternoon at the track.

Even when live racing takes a break, the Clubhouse stays busy with simulcasts from major tracks around the country. Admission is generally inexpensive, parking is free, and there’s no admission charge for simulcasting during the summer or on dark days.

The track also sits at the heart of Arizona’s OTB network. Major race days bring the biggest crowds, especially Kentucky Derby Day, with its live racing, watch parties and hospitality packages. Breeders’ Cup weekend also gets extra attention, with expanded coverage and earlier openings.

Major Arizona horse races

There are three headline races in Arizona state, all of which are held at Turf Paradise.

The Cotton Fitzsimmons Mile, Phoenix Gold Cup and Arizona Derby are the headline races on the Arizona calendar. Bettors using Arizona off track betting sites or physical OTBs can follow these Turf Paradise events alongside other major horse racing bets.

These three races represent the peak of the state’s thoroughbred racing season and should be at the of your list for horse racing bets in Arizona, drawing consistently competitive fields.

Below we profile the three key races:

Cotton Fitzsimmons Mile

Phoenix Gold Cup

Turf Paradise Derby

The Cotton Fitzsimmons Mile, officially called the Cotton FitzsimmonsHandicap, is the headline turf race at Turf Paradise.

The race is run over one mile on grass and typically takes place in the closing stretch of the meet. The purse is typically $50,000, giving both established turf runners and regional shippers a reason to make the trip,

It is an ungraded black-type stakes race rather than a graded event.

The Phoenix Gold Cup is Turf Paradise’s signature sprint and a highlight of the stakes calendar.

It is run over six furlongs on dirt, usually during the latter part of the winter meet with the $50,000 purse draws seasoned local sprinters and shippers from Southern California and New Mexico.

It is an ungraded black-type handicap, so it carries stakes status without a numbered grade

The race sometimes described as the Arizona Derby is officially the Turf Paradise Derby.

It gives three-year-old Thoroughbreds an early chance to test themselves over 1 1/16 miles on dirt and build experience on the Southwest circuit.

The 2026 running was held in late March with a $30,000 purse. It remains a useful local steppingstone for developing routers, but it is an ungraded stakes race and does not award qualifying points toward the Kentucky Derby.

How to bet on horses online in Arizona

Whilst Arizona is one of the best served states in the country for OTB, bettors who don’t want a physical experience can still place horse wagers online.

Betting online is a simple process, often taking no longer than a few minutes to complete.

1. Choose a licensed racebook

Start with a racebook that is licensed to accept bets in Arizona. Check that it covers the tracks you want, clearly explains its wagering rules and supports convenient payments.

2. Create and fund your account

Register with your basic personal details, then complete the required age and identity checks. Once the account is approved, choose an available payment method and make your first deposit.

3. Find a race and build your bet

Choose a track and race, check the post time and select the horse you want to back. Next, pick your wager type, such as win, place, show or an exotic bet, and enter your stake. Review any late scratches and minimum bet rules before moving to the final screen.

4. Review and confirm the wager

Before submitting, double-check the track, race number, horse, bet type and stake. Confirm the wager, then make sure it appears in your open bets or ticket history. A confirmation or ticket number means it has been accepted. If it shows as pending or rejected, resolve it before post time.

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Yes, online horse betting is legal in Arizona, as long as you use a racebook approved by the Arizona Department of Gaming.
Horse wagers use advance deposit wagering, usually shortened to ADW.

In simple terms, you fund an account first, then use that balance to bet on live or simulcast races.

This falls under Arizona’s pari-mutuel racing laws, which are separate from the event-wagering rules covering sportsbooks and regular sports bets.

Licensed advance deposit wagering providers must meet Arizona's approval and reporting requirements. Before registering or depositing, bettors should confirm that the racebook they plan to use is currently authorized to accept wagers in Arizona.