Tennessee

Last updated: 3/13/2026

This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Poker laws vary by jurisdiction and are subject to change. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for specific legal questions about hosting poker games.

Home game poker is a gray area in Tennessee, as the state has no clear social gambling exception and its gambling prohibition is broad. Tennessee has no commercial casinos, card rooms, or tribal gaming.

Home Games

Gray Area

Tennessee does not have a clear social gambling exception. While home poker games for small stakes are not typically prosecuted, the state's gambling prohibition is broad.

Conditions

No rake or house cut
Game should be in a private setting
Keep stakes modest

Age: 18+Confidence: low

Charitable Gaming

Legal - Limited

Charitable gaming in Tennessee is limited to certain types of games. Poker events for charity are not specifically authorized.

License: RequiredConfidence: medium

Commercial Poker

Not Permitted

Tennessee does not have commercial casinos or card rooms. The state authorized online sports betting in 2019 but has not expanded to other forms of commercial gaming.

Confidence: high