In Ohio, the legal gambling age varies depending on the type of gambling activity. For casino gambling, including slot machines and table games, you must be at least 21 years old. This age requirement applies to all four commercial casinos in Ohio: Hollywood Casino Columbus, Hollywood Casino Toledo, Jack Cleveland Casino, and Jack Cincinnati Casino.
For lottery games and charitable gambling such as bingo and raffles, the minimum age is 18 years old. This includes all Ohio Lottery games like Powerball, Mega Millions, and scratch-off tickets. However, some charitable gambling events may have different age restrictions, so it\“s always best to check with the specific venue. 
Horse racing betting at racetracks and off-track betting facilities requires patrons to be at least 18 years old. Daily Fantasy Sports （DFS） platforms also typically require users to be 18 or older to participate in Ohio.
It\“s important to note that all gambling establishments in Ohio strictly enforce these age requirements and require valid government-issued photo identification for entry and participation. Violating these age restrictions can result in legal consequences and being banned from the establishment. |
