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District of Columbia Lottery Results

Game Result Est. Jackpot Next Draw
DC-2 Mid-day
  • 5
  • 5
Top Prize
$50
Next Draw
Top Prize
$50
DC-2 Evening
  • 9
  • 4
Top Prize
$50
Next Draw
Top Prize
$50
DC-3 Mid-day
  • 5
  • 4
  • 0
Top Prize
$500
Next Draw
Top Prize
$500
DC-3 Evening
  • 8
  • 6
  • 0
Top Prize
$500
Next Draw
Top Prize
$500
DC-4 Mid-day
  • 0
  • 5
  • 3
  • 7
Top Prize
$5,000
Next Draw
Top Prize
$5,000
DC-4 Evening
  • 5
  • 0
  • 5
  • 0
Top Prize
$5,000
Next Draw
Top Prize
$5,000
DC-5 Mid-day
  • 5
  • 9
  • 4
  • 5
  • 3
Top Prize
$50,000
Next Draw
Top Prize
$50,000
DC-5 Evening
  • 3
  • 6
  • 8
  • 0
  • 0
Top Prize
$50,000
Next Draw
Top Prize
$50,000
Powerball
  • 8
  • 31
  • 39
  • 40
  • 43
  • PB: 4
  • Power Play: 3
Est. Jackpot
$180 Million
Next Draw
Est. Jackpot
$190 Million
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Mega Millions
  • 24
  • 38
  • 44
  • 57
  • 58
  • MB: 17
  • Megaplier: 4
Est. Jackpot
$121 Million
Next Draw
Est. Jackpot
$127 Million
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Lucky for Life
  • 2
  • 25
  • 26
  • 30
  • 37
  • LB: 8
Top Prize
$1,000 Per day for life
Next Draw
Top Prize
$1,000 Per day for life

Games

A quick summary for all the District of Columbia Lottery games.

Game Type Numbers Sales Close
DC-2 Mid-day Daily 2 from 0-9 1:49 pm.
DC-2 Evening Daily 2 from 0-9 7:49 pm.
DC-3 Mid-day Daily 3 from 0-9 1:49 pm.
DC-3 Evening Daily 3 from 0-9 7:49 pm.
DC-4 Mid-day Daily 4 from 0-9 1:49 pm.
DC-4 Evening Daily 4 from 0-9 7:49 pm.
DC-5 Mid-day Daily 5 from 0-9 1:49 pm.
DC-5 Evening Daily 5 from 0-9 7:49 pm.
Powerball Jackpot 5 from 1-69 + 1 from 1-26 9:45 pm.
Mega Millions Jackpot 5 from 1-70 + 1 from 1-25 10:45 pm.
Lucky for Life Top Prize 5 from 1-48 + 1 from 1-8 9:30 pm.

Game Schedule

Find out when each draw takes place.

Game Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
DC-2 Mid-day 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m.
DC-2 Evening 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m.
DC-3 Mid-day 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m.
DC-3 Evening 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m.
DC-4 Mid-day 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m.
DC-4 Evening 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m.
DC-5 Mid-day 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 1:50 p.m.
DC-5 Evening 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m. 7:50 p.m.
Powerball       10:59 p.m.     10:59 p.m.
Mega Millions     11:00 pm.     11:00 pm.  
Lucky for Life   10:38 pm.     10:38 pm.    
All times displayed are in District of Columbia local time.

Advanced Draws

The District of Columbia Lottery allows you to purchase tickets for consecutive draws in advance.

Game Advanced Draws
DC-2 Mid-day 7 draws
DC-2 Evening 7 draws
DC-3 Mid-day 7 draws
DC-3 Evening 7 draws
DC-4 Mid-day 7 draws
DC-4 Evening 7 draws
DC-5 Mid-day 7 draws
DC-5 Evening 7 draws
Powerball 20 draws
Mega Millions 20 draws
Lucky for Life 20 draws

Claiming Prizes

Here's the normal process for claiming prizes in the District of Columbia.

Prizes up to $600

Option 1.
Claim at any Office of Lottery and Gaming agent or at The Office and Gaming Prize Center.
Option 2.
Post the signed ticket to The Office of Lottery and Gaming Claim Center.

Prizes over $600 and up to $5,000

Option 1.
Claim at the Office of Lottery and Gaming Prize Center.
Option 2.
Claim at any Agent plus location.
Option 3.
Post the signed ticket to The Office of Lottery and Gaming Claim Center.

Prizes above $5,000

Option 1.
Claim at the Office of Lottery and Gaming Prize Center.
Option 2.
Post the signed ticket to The Office of Lottery and Gaming Claim Center.

It normally takes around three business days to process the claim (from the moment the claim is received), but please allow at least two weeks to make sure that the claim is received.

Postal address
Office of Lottery and Gaming Prize Center
Lobby Level, 2235 Shannon Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020

Claim Centers

  • Office of Lottery and Gaming Prize Centre

    Screenshot of the Office of Lottery and Gaming Prize Centre Claim Center location
    Lobby Level, 2235 Shannon Place, S.E., Washington, DC 20020
    Phone: (202) 645-8000
    Opening times:
    Monday to Friday - -

  • Takoma Park Liquors

    Screenshot of the Takoma Park Liquors Claim Center location
    6200 Eastern Ave. NE 20011
    Phone: (202)526-1086
    Opening times:
    Monday to Saturday - -
    Sunday - -

  • Tenley Market

    Screenshot of the Tenley Market Claim Center location
    4326 Wisconsin Ave. NW 20016
    Phone: (202)363-8683
    Opening times:
    Monday to Saturday - -
    Sunday - -

  • Barmy Liquors

    Screenshot of the Barmy Liquors Claim Center location
    1912 L St. NW 20036
    Phone: (202)833-8730
    Opening times:
    Monday to Saturday - -
    Sunday - -

  • Avondale Coffee

    Screenshot of the Avondale Coffee Claim Center location
    1909 Michigan Ave. NE 20018
    Phone: (202)529-4854
    Opening times:
    Monday to Friday - -
    Saturday to Sunday - -

  • Patron Convenience

    Screenshot of the Patron Convenience Claim Center location
    3235 Pennsylvania Ave. SE 20020
    Phone: (202)575-0167
    Opening times:
    Monday to Sunday - -

  • Gateway Newsstand

    Screenshot of the Gateway Newsstand Claim Center location
    470/490 L'Enfant Plaza SW 20024
    Phone: (202)554-2109
    Opening times:
    Monday to Friday - -
    Saturday - -

  • Metro Wine & Spirits

    Screenshot of the Metro Wine & Spirits Claim Center location
    1726 Columbia Rd. NW 20009
    Phone: (202) 265-5066
    Opening times:
    Monday to Saturday - -
    Sunday - -

  • Union Wine & Liquors

    Screenshot of the Union Wine & Liquors Claim Center location
    50 Massachusetts Ave. NE 20002
    Phone: (202)789-0008
    Opening times:
    Monday to Thursday - -
    Friday - -
    Saturday - -

  • Georgia Avenue Food Barn

    Screenshot of the Georgia Avenue Food Barn Claim Center location
    6205 Georgia Ave. NW 20011
    Phone: (202)726-4350
    Opening times:
    Monday to Sunday - -

Tax Information

The District of Columbia Lottery is required to withhold a percentage of certain lottery winnings for federal and state tax purposes.

Here are the taxes withheld from lottery prizes for all U.S. citizens and residents of the District of Columbia.

District of Columbia Lottery tax withholdings on winnings for U.S. citizens or residents
Winnings Tax Percentage
Over $5,000 State Tax 8.95%
Federal Tax 24%
    Total: 32.95%

*If the winner is a resident of a different state, that state's tax regulations will apply instead.

If the winner is not a U.S. citizen or is not a resident, taxes withheld by the District of Columbia Lottery are different:

District of Columbia Lottery tax withholdings on winnings for non-U.S. citizens or non-residents
Winnings Tax Percentage
Over $5,000 State Tax 0%
Federal Tax 30%
    Total: 30%

About the District of Columbia Lottery

District Of Columbia Scenery

The District of Columbia Lottery launched in 1982, and during its first week sold $3.5 million in tickets. The very first game was called Match 3 and all 10 million tickets sold out in a matter of days.

An order was then placed for an additional 10 million tickets, so nobody had to miss out. This District of Columbia lottery is one of the founding members of the Multi-State Lottery and, in 1987, the group launched Lotto America.

DC joined the Mega Millions draws in 2010. The District of Columbia is renowned for distributing the profits and benefits among all areas of the District. Since its inception in 1982, over $1.8 billion have gone to the District's General Fund. This enables the General Fund to look after other sectors in the District, such as recreational spaces, the youth, and services for minors and the elderly. In DC, players must be 18 years or older to purchase lottery tickets, but minors may receive lottery tickets as gifts and claim prizes provided the ticket was a gift.

Contact Information

Phone Number:
(202) 645- 8000

FAQS

1. Can tickets be bought in advance for District of Columbia lotteries?

Yes. You can buy tickets in advance for all lotteries available in the District of Columbia. Check our Advanced Draws section to find out how many draws in advance you can purchase tickets for.

2. How do I claim my lottery winnings?

Prizes up to $600 can be claimed at any Office of Lottery and Gaming agent or The Office and Gaming Prize Center. Prizes over $600 and up to $5,000, lottery winnings can be claimed at the Office of Lottery and Gaming Prize Center or any Agent plus location.

Prizes over $5,000 can only be claimed at The Office of Lottery and Gaming Prize Center, or by mailing the signed ticket there. All prizes can be claimed by mail using this method.

Before claiming any big lottery prize, we strongly recommend that you consult with a lawyer or financial advisor as they can help you during the claim process.

3. Are my winnings taxed in the District of Columbia?

Lottery winnings in the District of Columbia may be subject to local taxes as well as Federal income taxes. All lottery winnings of $600 or more have to be reported to the Internal Revenue Service due to Federal regulations.

Furthermore, the District of Columbia Lottery is required to withhold taxes from certain prizes. See our Tax Information section for more information.

4. What happens if I lose or damage my winning ticket?

The District of Columbia Lottery can't be held responsible for stolen or lost tickets. You should always sign the back of your ticket and keep it safe.

5. Can I purchase District of Columbia Lottery tickets online, by phone, or by mail?

No. You can only purchase tickets at authorized lottery retailers.

6. Where do the lottery profits go?

Money that is generated by the lottery is used for administration, operating, and capital expenses of the games that are licensed and operated by the District of Columbia lottery. The majority of this money is transferred to the General Fund for the District of Columbia that supports essential services such as education, recreation and parks, public safety, housing, and senior and child services.

7. How old must I be to purchase lottery tickets in the District of Columbia?

In the District of Columbia, you must be 18 years old or older to purchase lottery tickets and redeem your winnings.

8. What games can I play in the District of Columbia?

Residents in the District of Columbia can purchase lottery tickets for Mega Millions, Lucky for Life, Powerball, DC-2 (Mid-day, Evening), DC-3 (Mid-day, Evening), DC-4 (Mid-day, Evening), and DC-5 (Mid-day, Evening).

9. How long do I have to claim my winnings in the District of Columbia?

You have 180 days from the date of the draw to claim your lottery winnings.

10. Can I remain anonymous if I win a big lottery prize in the District of Columbia?

No, the District of Columbia Lottery will make your name, winnings, the game you played, and the area you live in public. We suggest that you consult with a lawyer before claiming any big prizes, however, as it may be possible to claim your prize through a trust in order to retain your anonymity.

Got any more questions about the District of Columbia Lottery? Contact us we'd love to help answer them.