How to Play Louisiana Lotto
$1 a play · Wed and Sat · 9:59 PM CT
- 1Pick 6 numbers from 1 to 42, or ask for a Quick Pick. Each play is $1.
- 2Drawings are Wednesday and Saturday nights, except on Christmas Day.
- 3Play 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 or 20 drawings in a row with Multidraw if you like.
- 4Match all 6 numbers to win the jackpot, or 3 to 5 for a set cash prize.
You must be 21 or older to buy a ticket or claim a prize. Sales stop 29 minutes before each drawing. See every prize
More Lotto rulesHow it works · Jackpot · Prizes
- How it works
- Pick 6 numbers from 1 to 42. Match 3 to 6 of the 6 numbers drawn, in any order, to win.
- Jackpot
- The jackpot starts at a guaranteed $500,000 and grows with sales after each drawing it isn't won. Winning plays share it equally, and it's paid in cash in one payment, with no yearly payments.
- Prizes
- The prizes for matching 3, 4 or 5 numbers are guaranteed set amounts. Each play wins only its highest prize.
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- Before You PlayLouisiana Lottery Draw Times Drawn Wed and Sat at 9:59 PM CT. Sales stop at 9:30 PM CT.
- After You WinHow to Claim a Louisiana Lottery Prize Up to $600 at any lottery retailer. You have 180 days to claim.
- Keep MoreLouisiana Lottery Tax Calculator The $775,000 jackpot leaves about $515,000 after taxes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about Louisiana Lotto rules
How do you play Louisiana Lotto?
Pick 6 numbers from 1 to 42, or ask for a Quick Pick. Each play is $1. Drawings are Wednesday and Saturday nights, except on Christmas Day. Play 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 or 20 drawings in a row with Multidraw if you like. Match all 6 numbers to win the jackpot, or 3 to 5 for a set cash prize.
How much is a Lotto ticket in Louisiana?
$1 a play.
How late can you buy Louisiana Lotto tickets?
The Louisiana Lotto cutoff time is 29 minutes before each drawing: 9:30 PM CT for the 9:59 PM drawing.
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