Maine Lottery: Your Guide to Winning Big and Having Fun
Feeling lucky? The Maine Lottery offers a wide range of games for anyone dreaming of hitting it big. From huge national jackpots to smaller local prizes, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re chasing the multi-million-dollar thrill of Powerball and Mega Millions or looking for better odds with local games like Pick 3, Pick 4, Lucky For Life, or Gimme 5, Maine has you covered.
National Jackpots: Powerball and Mega Millions
For those chasing life-changing winnings, the Powerball and Mega Millions are the games to watch. While the odds of hitting the jackpot are famously slim—think rarer than getting struck by lightning or being dealt a royal flush—there’s no denying the excitement these games bring. Just imagine seeing those winning numbers light up and realizing you’re suddenly a multi-millionaire!
From the latest drawing on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, the Mega Millions numbers were:
06-43-52-64-65, with the Mega Ball 22.
Even if the odds are long, checking the latest payouts and past results can make playing feel like part of the fun.
Local Favorites with Better Odds
If you’d rather play a game where your chances of winning are a little higher, Maine offers plenty of options. Daily games like Pick 3 and Pick 4 give players a shot at cash prizes without waiting for a massive jackpot.
Here’s what came up on September 9:
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Pick 3:
Day: 5-7-2
Evening: 9-0-6 -
Pick 4:
Day: 8-2-4-6
Evening: 7-9-7-8
Then there’s Lucky For Life, offering lifetime prizes to those who match the winning numbers. The September 9 drawing numbers were 02-04-07-34-46, with the Lucky Ball 07.
For something a bit quicker and straightforward, try Gimme 5, which had 03-09-21-26-27 on the same day. Even smaller games bring big excitement, and checking payouts and past drawings can make the experience even more fun.
Drawing Schedule: When to Tune In
If you like to plan your playing schedule, here’s when Maine Lottery games are drawn:
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Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
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Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday
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Pick 3 & Pick 4: 1:10 p.m. (Day) and 6:50 p.m. (Evening) ET daily
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Lucky For Life: 10:38 p.m. ET daily
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Lotto America: 10:15 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
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Gimme 5: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
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Cash Pop: five daily drawings at 8:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 11:30 p.m. ET
Where to Buy Your Tickets
You don’t have to travel far to grab your tickets. Maine Lottery tickets are available at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and even some airport terminals. Prefer to play from your couch? The Jackpocket app—the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network—lets you buy tickets online in Maine and other states, including New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and more. With Jackpocket, you can pick your numbers, place your order, view your tickets, and even collect winnings all from your phone or computer.
Whether you’re chasing life-changing jackpots or just playing for fun, the Maine Lottery offers excitement, community, and the chance to dream big. So grab a ticket, check the latest numbers, and see if luck is on your side!
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