Circa Sports opens new sportsbook at The Mint Gaming Hall in Kentucky

The company has launched a soft opening of its 5,100-square-foot venue.

US.- Circa Sports Kentucky has held a soft opening of its new sportsbook at The Mint Gaming Hall Kentucky Downs in Franklin. The 5,100-square-foot space will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, August 20, and a grand opening on August 23.

The new sportsbook includes an 80-foot LED screen, a 31-foot-wide odds board, 113 stadium-style seats, and five betting stations, including an ADA-accessible station and four self-service kiosks, along with three self-service kiosks in The Mint. It also features a VSiN Broadcast Studio for live analysis and gameday content.

Circa Sports CEO Derek Stevens commented: “We’re proud to officially open the doors to this new sports betting experience for fans across the region. Whether you’re placing a bet or simply watching the action unfold, this book is built to be a premier gameday spot for Kentucky, Nashville and beyond. We’re grateful to The Mint Kentucky Downs in their help in bringing Circa Sports’ vision to life.”

Johan Mirkovic, vice president and general manager of The Mint Gaming Hall at Kentucky Downs, added: “Where passion meets precision — experience every moment on the massive 80-foot screen, indulge in premium comfort, and stay ahead with real-time updates. Here, the thrill of the game and the excitement of the bet come together in a state-of-the-art haven, inspiring champions both on and off the field. While our soft launch begins today, we can’t wait for our Wednesday, August 20th ribbon cutting and Saturday, Aug. 23 grand opening.”

Circa Sports opened a temporary retail sportsbook in August 2024.