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Virginia Lottery Results (VA)
Get the most recent results for all Virginia Lottery Draws
2024 STRATEGIES
Lottery strategies for Pick 3, Pick 4, Mega Millions, Powerball and more!
Games and Advanced Draws
The main lottery games you can play in Virginia, click a link for results and more information.
| GAME | PRIZE | NUMBER FORMAT | ADVANCED DRAWS |
|---|---|---|---|
| CASH POP Coffee Break | Fixed | 1 (from 1–15) | up to 5 |
| CASH POP Lunch Break | Fixed | 1 (from 1–15) | up to 5 |
| CASH POP Rush Hour | Fixed | 1 (from 1–15) | up to 5 |
| CASH POP Prime Time | Fixed | 1 (from 1–15) | up to 5 |
| CASH POP After Hours | Fixed | 1 (from 1–15) | up to 5 |
| Pick 3 Day | Fixed | 3 (from 0-9) | up to 91 |
| Pick 3 Night | Fixed | 3 (from 0-9) | up to 91 |
| Pick 4 Day | Fixed | 4 (from 0-9) | up to 91 |
| Pick 4 Night | Fixed | 4 (from 0-9) | up to 91 |
| Pick 5 Day | Fixed | 5 (from 0-9) | up to 91 |
| Pick 5 Night | Fixed | 5 (from 0-9) | up to 91 |
| Cash 5 | Jackpot | 5 (from 1-45) | up to 91 |
| Bank a Million | Fixed | 6 (from 1-40) | up to 26 |
| Cash 4 Life | Fixed | 5 (from 1-60) + 1 (from 1-4) | up to 26 |
| Mega Millions | Jackpot | 5 (from 1-70) + 1 (from 1-25) | up to 26 |
| Powerball | Jackpot | 5 (from 1-69) + 1 (from 1-26) | up to 39 |
Games Overview
Cash Pop
A fast-paced game where players choose a number from 1 to 15 and can win instant cash prizes. The game offers quick and simple gameplay making it a favorite for many.
Pick 3
Select three numbers and win prizes based on the order and combination of their chosen digits. It's a popular game known for its daily drawings.
Pick 4
Another daily numbers game that adds an extra digit to the mix. Players select four numbers and have opportunities to win based on the order and combination of those.
Pick 5
Choose five numbers and win prizes for matching the numbers drawn in the exact order providing a chance for more substantial payouts.
Cash 5
A straightforward daily draw format where players select five numbers and can win cash prizes by matching them.
Bank a Million
A unique game known for its grand prize of $1 million. Players choose six numbers and if they match all six drawn number they win.
Cash 4 Life
Select five numbers from one set and a Cash Ball number from another set. The top prize is $1,000 a day for life creating the potential for lifelong financial security.
Mega Millions
Known worldwide for its massive jackpots simply choose five numbers and a Mega Ball number and match them all to win the top prize ofn millions even billions.
Powerball
Another popular multi-state lottery game available in Virginia where you select five white numbers and a Powerball number aiming to hit what is normally a massive jackpot.
Game Schedule Times
Never miss a draw again with all the Virginia lottery draw times. Shown in local time and Sales Stop in ().
| GAME | SUN | MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI | SAT |
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| CASH POP Coffee Break | 9:00 a.m. (8:59 a.m.) |
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| CASH POP Lunch Break | 12:00 p.m. (11:59 a.m.) |
12:00 p.m. (11:59 a.m.) |
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| CASH POP Rush Hour | 5:00 p.m. (4:59 p.m.) |
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| CASH POP Prime Time | 9:00 p.m. (8:59 p.m.) |
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| CASH POP After Hours | 11:59 p.m. (11.58 p.m.) |
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| Pick 3 Day | 1:59 p.m. (1:53 p.m.) |
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| Pick 3 Night | 11:00 p.m. (10:45 p.m.) |
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| Pick 4 Day | 1:59 p.m. (1:53 p.m.) |
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| Pick 4 Night | 11:00 p.m. (10:45 p.m.) |
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| Pick 5 Day | 1:59 p.m. (1:53 p.m.) |
1:59 p.m. (1:53 p.m.) |
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| Pick 5 Night | 11:00 p.m. (10:45 p.m.) |
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| Cash 5 | 11:00 p.m. (10:45 p.m.) |
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| Bank a Million | 11:00 p.m. (10:45 p.m.) |
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| Cash 4 Life | 9:00 p.m. (8:45 p.m.) |
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| Mega Millions | 11:00 p.m. (10:45 p.m.) |
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| Powerball | 11:00 p.m. (10:00 p.m.) |
11:00 p.m. (10:00 p.m.) |
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How to Buy Virginia Lottery Tickets
With so many lottery games available to Virginians there is a style and price to suit all. Here are the current ticket prices for Virgina State Lottery games.
| GAME | COST TO PLAY |
|---|---|
| CASH POP | $1, $2, $5 or $10 |
| Pick 3 | $0.50 or $1 |
| Pick 4 | $0.50 or $1 |
| Pick 5 | $0.50 or $1 |
| Cash 5 | $1 |
| Bank a Million | $2 |
| Cash 4 Life | $2 |
| Mega Millions | $2 (+$1 optional Megaplier) |
| Powerball | $2 (+$1 optional Double Play) |
Note:Lottery tickets cannot be sold to anyone under the legal age of 18 years. Minors are permitted to play the lottery if they have been gifted a ticket purchased by someone of legal age.
How to Claim Virginia Lottery Prizes
Claim up to $600 or Free Plays
- Method 1 – Your local lottery retailer may be able to cash this amount if they keep large enough amounts of money in-store or they can give you a check or money order.
- Method 2 – You can claim at a customer service center or one of the prize zones. You will need to bring a government-issued photo ID and your Social Security card (or proof of SSN).
- Method 3 – Send your signed ticket to the claims address shown along with any requested information detailed on the back of the ticket..
Claim more than $600
- Method 1 – Visit your nearest customer service center or one of the prize zones in the directory below. Bring along your government-issued photo ID and Social Security card if available (or SSN).
- Method 2 – Complete the details on the back of your ticket and mail your ticket and any requested documentation to the claims address.
Note Regarding Mail: If you would like to claim your prize remotely by mailing your ticket and acoompanying documentation to the claims address we recommend it is sent via registered mail. Any risk of ticket loss remains with the player.
Claim Center & Claim Form
Download a claim form and a copy of a valid ID, then send to or visit:
Virginia Lottery Claims
P.O. Box 1254,
Richmond, VA 23218-1254
Phone: +1 804-692-7000
Open: Mon - Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Web: www.valottery.com
Download Claim Form
All Virginia Claim Centers
Tips and Strategies
Looking for some tips and strategies to liven up your lottery play? Here are a selection of our favorite tips to help you maximise your enjoyment whilst still playing responsibly.
- Historical Analysis: Even though lottery outcomes are random, past winning numbers and patterns can provide insights for your number selection.
- Positivity Matters: Remember that every Virginia Lottery ticket you purchase holds a chance to win.
- Second-Chance Draws: Participate in second-chance drawings for non-winning ticketsfor an opportunity to turn a loss into a win.
- Prize Structure Understanding: Learn to appreciate the range of possible rewards beyond the jackpot.
- Claim Your Victory: Timely claims ensure you receive your well-deserved winnings before your claim is deemed void.
- Social Play: Playing together with friends and family can be an enjoyable social activity and may even bring you luck.
- Diverse Number Selection: Opt for less conventional number combinations to broaden your chances. Avoid relying solely on common sequences like birthdays or anniversaries.
- Varied Games: Explore all Virginia Lottery games as each game offers a unique blend of odds and excitement.
- Ticket Mix: Experiment with tickets of different price ranges. Higher-priced tickets often offer larger prizes while lower-priced ones allow for more frequent play.
- Odds Awareness: Knowing the odds helps you make informed choices so familiarize yourself with the odds for each game.
- Post-Win Play: After a significant win subsequent jackpots can be even more enticing due to increased ticket sales.
Note: These tips are designed to help increase your enjoyment of playing the VA Lottery, however the lottery is a game of chance and these tips will not help increase your odds of winning.
Recent Virginia Lottery Winners' Stories
It's not hard to find inspiration from just some of the lottery winners Virginia produces every week! Here are just a few recent winners with life-changing amounts of money.
- $150,000 - Powerball - Tabb:
Elizabeth Downs checked her Powerball numbers and to her astonishment she had won $150,000. Ms. Downs won $150,000 by matching four numbers plus the Powerball number thanks to the Power Play option. - $120,000 - Pick 4 - Chesapeake:
Dennis Fears struck jackpot by purchasing 24 Virginia Lottery Pick 4 tickets each featuring the magic digits 8-8-8-8. When this fortunate combination hit the jackpot he walked away with a whopping $120,000. - $105,000 - Cash 5 - Petersburg:
Linda Childress and her husband regularly played their special number combination in the Virginia Lottery's Cash 5 with EZ Match game. When the numbers matched in the August 13 drawing her ticket was worth $105,000. - $130,000 - Cash 5 with EZ Match - Luray:
Kenneth Henson decided to check the previous night's Cash 5 with EZ Match drawing. To his amazement he had won $130,000 matching all five numbers (8-11-16-26-37) on a ticket he randomly generated at the local 7-Eleven. - $1,063,690 - Cash 5 with EZ Match - Alexandria:
Leslie Williams was left in disbelief when he checked the Virginia Lottery's Cash 5 with EZ Match game and found out he had matched all five winning numbers winning a whopping $1,063,690 jackpot. - $150,000 - Powerball - Verona:
Jerry Cupp was left speechless when he secured a $150,000 win from a lucky Powerball ticket after letting the computer randomly select his numbers. By matching four winning numbers and the Powerball number he initially won $50,000 but increased his prize to $150,000 by adding the Power Play option. - $125,000 - Pick 4 - Richmond:
Khanh Vu struck it big when he played the numbers 6-7-5-5 winning a total of $192,500. He placed a $25 exact wager and a $25 50/50 wager with the exact-order bet netting him $125,000 and the 50/50 wager adding an extra $67,500 to his winnings.
Lottery Tax Guide
The amount of tax withheld from your Virginia lottery winnings is straightforward to work out. Your residency/citizenship status determines the lower threshold at which your taxation begins and also influences the total amount of state tax. The table below explains all you need to know:
| PRIZE/RESIDENCY | STATE TAX | FEDERAL TAX | TOTAL TAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| More than $5,000 U.S. Citizens & Residents |
4% | 24% | 28% |
| More than $600 Non-U.S. Citizens & Residents |
4% | 30% | 34% |
Note: Any winnings of more than $600 will be reported to the IRS by means of a W2-G form by the Lottery Commission.
About Virginia Lottery
The lottery was first made legal in the state of Virginia back in 1987 when a statewide referendum would result in a resounding yes for lottery sales.
The first tickets would go on sale in the Old Dominion state on September 20, 1988. Since then over $13 billion has been raised for K-12 public education with $765 million raised in 2021 alone.
History
- 1987 - A vote is passed that will allow a state lottery.
- 1988- The first lottery tickets are sold on September 20th 1988.
- 1993 - Virginia joins the Mega Millions multi-state lottery consortium.
- 1999 - Becomes a member of the Powerball multi-state lottery.
- 2008 - The Win for Life game is introduced.
- 2013 - Reports record-breaking sales generating more than $1.6 billion in revenue..
- 2020 - The lottery goes online offering all kinds of ticket sales including multi-state draws and online exclusives.
What Does the Virginia Lottery Fund?
Since 1999 all of the Virginia Lottery profits have been used to help K-12 public education. Since then there has been over $11 billion raised with a record-breaking $766.7 million raised in the fiscal year of 2021 alone.