Welcome offers + ongoing promos
Maryland Sportsbook Promos
Every active welcome offer at the 12 licensed Maryland sportsbooks. Compare bonus structures, expiry windows, and qualifying wagers before claiming.
| Sportsbook | Welcome Offer | Condition | Min Deposit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel Sportsbook | Up to $3,000 in Bonus Bets | 10 days of Bet Reset Tokens up to $300/day | $5 | Review → |
| DraftKings Sportsbook | Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets | Instant credit if your $5+ wager wins | $5 | Review → |
| BetMGM Sportsbook | Up to $1,500 First Bet Offer | Bonus Bets returned if your first bet loses | $10 | Review → |
| bet365 Sportsbook | Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets | Or $1,000 First Bet Safety Net (choose one) | $10 | Review → |
| Caesars Sportsbook | First Bet Match up to $1,000 | Bonus Bet credited within 24 hours if first bet loses | $10 | Review → |
| Fanatics Sportsbook | Bet $5, Get $200 FanCash Instantly | Or up to $1,000 Matched in FanCash over 10 days | $5 | Review → |
| BetRivers Sportsbook | 2nd Chance Bet up to $500 | Bonus Bet returned if first wager loses | $10 | Review → |
| Crab Sports | Up to $500 First-Bet Bonus | Bonus Bet refund if first wager loses | $10 | Review → |
| theScore Bet | Check site for current offer | Promotions vary | $10 | Review → |
| Bally Bet | First Bet up to $250 Back | Bonus Bet refund if first wager loses | $10 | Review → |
| betPARX | First Bet up to $500 Back | Bonus Bet refund if first wager loses | $10 | Review → |
How to Claim a Maryland Welcome Bonus
- Pick the offer that fits. First-bet safety nets (BetMGM, Caesars) protect a single big play. Bet-and-get offers (DraftKings, Fanatics, bet365) credit Bonus Bets after a small qualifying wager. Multi-day matches (FanDuel) spread the upside across 10 days.
- Register through the operator. Provide your name, address, date of birth, and last four digits of your SSN. Maryland geolocation runs in the background — you must be physically inside the state.
- Deposit and place the qualifying wager. Each offer has a minimum deposit and minimum first wager. Pay attention to the qualifying odds requirement — most offers require -200 or longer to qualify.
- Use your Bonus Bets within the window. Most expire in 7 days; Caesars gives 30. If you let them expire, the credit is forfeited.
Bonus Bet vs Cash — What\'s the Difference?
A Bonus Bet (also called Free Bet) is a wagering credit, not cash. Place a $50 Bonus Bet at +200; if the bet wins, you collect $100 in withdrawable cash, but the $50 stake is retained by the sportsbook. That's why a Bonus Bet has a "real value" of roughly 60-70% of its face value, depending on what odds you wager it at. Place Bonus Bets on plus-money picks to maximize yield.
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Maryland Promo FAQs
Can I claim multiple Maryland sportsbook welcome offers?
Yes. Each sportsbook offers an independent welcome promotion. Most experienced Maryland bettors register at 3-5 sportsbooks and claim each first-time offer once. You can only claim each operator's welcome bonus a single time.
Do I need a promo code?
Most Maryland sportsbooks credit the welcome bonus automatically when you register through the operator's link. A handful of seasonal offers require a specific promo code at registration — when in doubt, check the registration page itself.
What's the difference between Bonus Bets and cash?
Bonus Bets (sometimes called Free Bets) are non-withdrawable wagering credits. If a Bonus Bet wins, only the net winnings are paid back as cash; the original Bonus Bet stake is retained by the sportsbook. Cash is fully withdrawable.
How long do Bonus Bets last?
Most Maryland Bonus Bets expire after 7 days. Caesars is an outlier — its Bonus Bet window runs 30 days. Always confirm the expiry on your account before placing your qualifying wager.
Are these promos only for new customers?
The welcome offers listed here are only for new accounts. All Maryland sportsbooks also run ongoing promotions for existing users — odds boosts, parlay insurance, profit boosts — visible from each app's promotions tab.