About Catawba Two Kings Casino in North Carolina
Catawba Two Kings Casino is owned by the Catawba Indian Nation. It is operated by Delaware North, which also has verticals in the entertainment, lodging, sports, and airport sectors.
The Catawba Nation was not included in the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) when it was signed in 1988 as the Catawba was not a federally recognized tribe. When the Catawba Nation was recognized by South Carolina in 1993, it opted to operate its gambling enterprises under SC laws and regulations rather than the IGRA.
Following the South Carolina approval, the Catawba set up several bingo halls and video poker operations. However, the halls struggled to generate consistent profits and eventually shut down.
Instead, the Catawba looked to the other side of the border and sought permission to use the land in Kings Mountain to establish a casino. The temporary venue opened on July 1, 2021.
A permanent facility has been approved, though there have been delays in getting construction going. Most recently, a dispute between the Catawba Nation and the developer working on the project has pushed the proposed opening date back to at least 2026.
Is sports betting available at Catawba Two Kings Casino?
Yes, NC sports betting is available at Catawba Two Kings Casino. The casino added 30 self-service betting kiosks in September 2022, just a few months before North Carolina online sports betting launched.
When the permanent casino opens, there will likely be a separate sportsbook area away from the casino equipped with televisions to watch the games you’ve wagered on play out and perhaps a bar/restaurant. There will also likely be a staffed betting window to help you make your bets and collect your winnings.
Catawba Two Kings Casino partnership with Two Kings Sportsbook
While the other two North Carolina casinos have sports betting partnerships with Caesars Sportsbook, Catawba Two Kings instead operates its own branded sportsbook. Unfortunately, this means the only way to wager with Two Kings Sportsbook is to make your bets in person rather than through a mobile app.
While there is still a mobile app, you cannot play casino games (as online casinos are still illegal under state law) or bet on sports through the application. Instead, you can use the app to sign up for the Lucky North Club rewards program, check your tier point level and available rewards, and get news about upcoming casino events and promotions.
More types of gambling at Catawba Two Kings Casino
Here is a full list of the types of gambling at Catawba Two Kings Casino:
