Real-money horse racing betting at Mohawk Casino
Mohawk Casino offers horse racing betting alongside slots, poker and bingo, all from one account. Bet on thoroughbred and harness racing from major tracks across North America, with live odds that update as the field changes.
Major North American tracks
Bet on thoroughbred and harness racing from major tracks across North America, with odds that update live as post time approaches.
Secure, licensed online play
Every race bet runs through the same secure, SSL-encrypted account as the rest of Mohawk Casino.
One account, one balance
No separate sign-up. Fund one account and move between racing, slots, poker and bingo freely.
Common bet types, explained simply
New to betting on the horses? Here's a plain-language look at the bet types you'll see most often, whether you're following thoroughbred or harness racing.
These are standard bet types used at tracks across North America, not features tied to one specific race or track. Mohawk Casino applies live odds to each of them.
| Bet type | What it takes to win |
|---|---|
| Win | Your horse finishes 1st. |
| Place | Your horse finishes 1st or 2nd. |
| Show | Your horse finishes 1st, 2nd or 3rd. |
| Exacta | Pick the 1st and 2nd place finishers, in that exact order. |
| Trifecta | Pick the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers, in that exact order. |
Show and Place bets carry less risk since they pay out on more finishing positions. Exacta and Trifecta bets pay more, but only if you call the finishing order exactly. Odds and potential payouts are set before each race and shown in your account before you confirm a bet.
Racing runs on the same account as everything else
No second sign-up and no separate wallet for racing. Here's how it fits together.
Create your account
Sign up once with your basic details and verify your identity.
Deposit in CAD
Fund your account with Interac, Visa, Mastercard or a supported e-wallet.
Pick your bet
Browse upcoming races, check the live odds and choose a Win, Place, Show, Exacta or Trifecta bet.
Play everything else, too
Use the same balance for slots, poker and bingo whenever you're ready for something else.
Frequently asked questions
What is horse racing betting?
Horse racing betting means placing a wager on the outcome of a race before it runs, based on odds set for each horse. At Mohawk Casino, you can bet on thoroughbred and harness racing from major tracks across North America, with odds displayed live in your account.
What bet types are available?
The core bet types are Win (your horse finishes 1st), Place (1st or 2nd), Show (1st, 2nd or 3rd), Exacta (pick 1st and 2nd in order) and Trifecta (pick 1st, 2nd and 3rd in order). These are standard bet types used across horse racing, not features tied to one specific track.
Do I need a separate account for racing?
No. Horse racing betting runs on the same Mohawk Casino account and balance as slots, poker and bingo. There is no second sign-up or separate wallet to manage.
Is there a mobile experience for racing?
Yes. You can browse races, check live odds and place bets from the mobile app or the fully responsive site, using the same account you use on desktop. See our App page for details.
Play responsibly
Gambling is entertainment, not income. Set a budget before you play and never chase losses. Minimum age is 18+ in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec, and 19+ elsewhere in Canada. Free, confidential support is available from ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600, or the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction.