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Every Wednesday throughout January, lottery players will have new chances to win bigger prizes. New Jersey lottery players look out for each week's promotion. The first Winning Wednesday was January 3. It featured extra drawings with prizes worth up to $10,000 as well as instant cash coupons for Jersey Collect 'N Win players.
Upcoming Winning Wednesday promotions
To play, you must purchase eligible drawing tickets on the day of the promotion.
- Wednesday, January 10: Jersey Cash 5 with Xtra
- Wednesday, January 17: Pick 3 with Fireball
- Wednesday, January 24: Jersey Cash 5 with Xtra
- Wednesday, January 31: Quick Draw with Bullseye and Multiplier
Prizes include $5 Instant Cash Vouchers, $10 Instant Cash Vouchers, $20 Instant Cash Vouchers, and a top prize of $10,000.
How to play on Winning Wednesdays
Players can enter their ticket details at the New Jersey Lottery website or use the mobile app to scan the draw games tickets. Entries are earned at a rate of one per dollar, with a minimum of a $1 purchase to generate an entry. For example, if you purchase a $2 Draw Game ticket, you will receive two entries. If you purchase a $10 Draw Game ticket, you will receive 10 entries. All tickets can win instant prizes, as well as be entered into a drawing with a top prize of $10,000.
Winners are immediately awarded their prize via their Players Collect 'N Win account. If you win, you'll receive a pop-up message informing you of your win. If you're lucky enough to win the $10,000 prize, the New Jersey Lottery will notify you after the drawing.
New Jersey Lottery Quick Draw events
Keep an eye on the New Jersey Lottery website to see if a Quick Draw event is coming to your town. Show up to the venue to participate. Spin the wheel to win some swag. It's a fun time for all, and players get 50% increased prizes during Quick Draw Bonus Hours events.
New Jersey Lottery sporting events
From January 5 to March 9, you'll find New Jersey Lottery public events at the New Jersey Devils home games at the Prudential Center in Newark. On January 26 and 27, join the New Jersey Lottery at the Prudential Center, Newark, for Monster Jam – a lively event in which monster trucks compete for prizes. Participants can also join the Pit Party on January 27 to meet their favorite drivers and get autographs.
New Jersey Lottery player tools
While you're logged into the New Jersey Lottery website, don't forget to check out their range of helpful player tools. These include:
- Ticket checker: Scan your ticket to see if you've won.
- Jackpot Squad: Tips for ensuring your lottery pool is fair.
There's also a helpful video that explains how to fill out a claim form if you're a lottery winner.
Have fun playing the New Jersey Lottery, and remember to play responsibly.
