Is Kalshi legal in Minnesota? For now, yes. Minnesota passed a law making it a felony to operate or advertise prediction markets, but a federal judge blocked it in July 2026, before it took effect. The state is still defending the law. This guide sets out where things stand, as of October 28, 2026.
At a glance
| Platform | Minnesota status (Oct 2026) |
|---|---|
| Kalshi, Polymarket | Operating while a preliminary injunction blocks the state ban; the state is defending the law |
| Sportsbooks | Not legal in Minnesota |
What’s happened in Minnesota
- On July 27, 2026 a federal judge granted a preliminary injunction blocking Minnesota’s ban, finding it likely at least partly preempted by federal law. The CFTC, Kalshi and Polymarket had challenged it.
- Attorney General Keith Ellison said the state will continue to defend the law.
Sources, checked October 28, 2026:
- The Block: judge blocks Minnesota prediction market ban (Jul 28, 2026)
- FOX 9: judge blocks Minnesota’s ban; Ellison responds (Jul 27, 2026)
- Fox Sports: prediction market status by state (Oct 5, 2026)
Why it matters
Minnesota hasn’t legalised sports betting, and its legislature tried to ban prediction markets directly. The national picture, including the split between federal appeals courts and New Jersey’s Supreme Court petition, is in Is Kalshi legal?
FAQ
Is Kalshi legal in Minnesota?
Contested: a state ban is on hold after a federal court blocked it. Check the Kalshi app for what’s available where you are.
Is Polymarket legal in Minnesota?
Polymarket’s main exchange isn’t open to US residents. Check the Polymarket US app for what it offers in Minnesota.
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