Hard Rock Casino Rockford is offering fans a new option for sports betting.
The casino will open for the first time on Thursday, Aug. 29 at 3 p.m. and will also feature a live sportsbook, but is already live with a digital app called Hard Rock Bet in collaboration with Hard Rock Digital, according to a news release.
Here's what you need to know:
Where is Hard Rock Bet available?
The mobile app can be downloaded onto your mobile device via the iOS App Store, for Android via the Google Play Store, or accessed via desktop at HardRock.bet.
Where can I use it?
With this app, you can bet on sporting events anywhere in Illinois.
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Are there any promotions or benefits for signing up?
New players in Illinois can take advantage of Hard Rock Bet's sign-up offer and receive a $100 bonus bet after making their first cash bet of at least $5, according to a news release.
What types of bets does the app accept?
Hard Rock Bet offers multiple parlay options including pre-match, live betting, futures and same-match parlays.
What kind of evaluation is there?
The Hard Rock Bet app has a rating of 4.9 stars on the App Store and 4.8 stars on the Google Play Store.
What will the Hard Rock Sportsbook look like?
The live sportsbook will feature five betting kiosks, three betting windows and plenty of televisions, as well as plenty of food and beverage options.
Jeff Kolkey writes about government, economic development and other issues for the Rockford Register Star. He can be reached at (815) 987-1374 or by email at jkolkey@rrstar.com. Jeff Corky.
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