Find out exactly when draw & cut-off times are
| Game | Ticket Cutoff | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC-2 Mid-day | 1:49 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM |
| DC-2 Evening | 7:49 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM |
| DC-3 Mid-day | 1:49 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM |
| DC-3 Evening | 7:49 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM |
| DC-4 Mid-day | 1:49 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM |
| DC-4 Evening | 7:49 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM |
| DC-5 Mid-day | 1:49 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM | 1:50 PM |
| DC-5 Evening | 7:49 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM | 7:50 PM |
| Powerball | 9:45 PM | 10:59 PM | 10:59 PM | |||||
| Mega Millions | 10:45 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | |||||
| Lucky for Life | 9:30 PM | 10:38 PM | 10:38 PM |
Breakdown of your favorite lottery games
| Game | Number of Balls | Number Range | Game Type | Prize Structure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC-2 Evening | 2 | 0-9 | Daily | Fixed |
| DC-2 Mid-day | 2 | 0-9 | Daily | Fixed |
| DC-3 Evening | 3 | 0-9 | Daily | Fixed |
| DC-3 Mid-day | 3 | 0-9 | Daily | Fixed |
| DC-4 Evening | 4 | 0-9 | Daily | Fixed |
| DC-4 Mid-day | 4 | 0-9 | Daily | Fixed |
| DC-5 Evening | 5 | 0-9 | Daily | Fixed |
| DC-5 Mid-day | 5 | 0-9 | Daily | Fixed |
| Lucky for Life | 5 | 1-48 | Top Prize | Fixed |
| Mega Millions | 5 | 1-70 | Jackpot | Varied |
| Powerball | 5 | 1-69 | Jackpot | Varied |
Information on what taxes are taken out of winnings
| Prize Winnings | $5,000 and up |
|---|---|
| State Taxes | 0% |
| Federal Tax | 30% |
| Prize Winnings | $5,000 and up |
|---|---|
| State Taxes | 8.95% |
| Federal Tax | 24% |
DC lottery tickets and scratchers are only available for purchase at lottery retailers. No tickets are sold through the mail or online.
Yes! DC lottery gives you the option to buy tickets for draw games up to 7 days in advance.
No. DC lottery has the right to publish the winner’s name and prize information. Also, if you win more than $25,000 you are required to have your photo taken in order to receive your prize.
The DC lottery gives you up to 180 days from the date of the winning draw. Winning scratchers can be redeemed up to 180 days from the date of the game’s closure.
You must be at least 18 years old to buy lottery tickets or scratchers in DC.
The DC lottery is not responsible for lost or stolen lottery tickets. You should sign the back of your ticket and fill in the appropriate identification information to protect yourself. Keep your ticket in a safe place until you are ready to redeem it. If you do not sign the back of the ticket, then anyone that has the ticket could claim the prize.
For prizes that are worth less than $600, players can redeem their ticket at any lottery retailer throughout the DC area. For prizes worth more than $600, players can visit the lottery headquarters to redeem their prize. Prizes of any amount can be redeemed through the mail as well. Be sure to sign the back of your ticket and fill out all applicable claim forms.
Where to claim and cash in your winnings
Lobby Level, 2235 Shannon Place, S.E., Washington, DC 20020
(202) 645-8000
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6200 Eastern Ave. NE 20011
(202)526-1086
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4326 Wisconsin Ave. NW 20016
(202)363-8683
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1912 L St. NW 20036
(202)833-8730
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1909 Michigan Ave. NE 20018
(202)529-4854
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3235 Pennsylvania Ave. SE 20020
(202)575-0167
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470/490 L Enfant Plaza SW 20024
(202)554-2109
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1726 Columbia Rd. NW 20009
(202) 265-5066
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50 Massachusetts Ave. NE 20002
(202)789-0008
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6205 Georgia Ave. NW 20011
(202)726-4350
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