NASCAR Betting Guide: How to Bet on NASCAR Races in Illinois

NASCAR Betting in IL: Quick Facts

Is NASCAR Betting Legal in Illinois?	Yes
Top Sportsbooks to Use For NASCAR Bets:	bet365 Illinois & Fanatics Sportsbook Illinois
IL-Based NASCAR Tracks:	Chicago Street Course

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How to Bet on NASCAR Racing in PA

Betting on NASCAR races and futures is easy to understand. Here's how:

Select one (or more!) of the many Illinois betting apps to use.
Sign up for a new account.
Claim one or more IL sportsbook promos and bonuses.
Navigate over to the NASCAR tab.
Make your first bet.

Betting on NASCAR in Illinois FAQs

Yes, you can legally make bets on NASCAR races in Illinois. Markets range from winning the race, finishing top 3, top 5, top 10, and head-to-head matchups compiled by the sportsbooks.

The NASCAR Cup Series runs the Chicago Street Course called the Grant Park 165. 2025 will be the third year the series has raced here. Previously, the cup series ran at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet. The series hasn't returned to that track in over five years now.

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