Washington’s Lottery is Going Big for St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀
Get ready, Evergreen State! Washington’s Lottery is giving players a shot at $1 million this St. Patrick’s Day. And it’s not just the top prize—there are plenty of chances to win smaller amounts, from $500 up to $100,000.
Here’s the scoop on the St. Patrick’s Day Raffle:
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Limited tickets, better odds: Only 250,000 tickets will be sold statewide. That means your chances of snagging a prize are stronger than ever.
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Price: Each ticket costs $15.
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Sale dates: Tickets go on sale Tuesday, January 20, and will be available through Monday, March 16, or until they sell out.
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Where to buy: Pick up your ticket at any authorized lottery retailer in Washington. When less than 1,000 tickets remain, the lottery will display an “almost gone” banner on all sales equipment.
History and excitement:
Washington’s Lottery first launched its St. Patrick’s Day raffle back in 2012. Now, this limited-ticket raffle gives players clarity on how many tickets are in play across the state. As Lottery Director Brian Bennett said, “That clarity, combined with multiple chances to win, makes this an exciting game to be a part of.”
Prizes galore:
Here’s what’s up for grabs:
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$1 million – Only one lucky winner
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$250,000 – 1 prize
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$100,000 – 2 prizes
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$50,000 – 3 prizes
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$25,000 – 5 prizes
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$10,000 – 5 prizes
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$500 – 100 prizes
In total, there are 116 additional prizes, so even if you don’t hit the jackpot, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate with cash in hand.
Mark your calendars:
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Drawing day: Tuesday, March 17 (St. Patrick’s Day!)
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Check your numbers: Starting Wednesday, March 18
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Claim window: Winners have 180 days to claim their prize
A note on responsible play:
Gambling can be fun, but for some, it can become an addiction that harms lives and families. Play responsibly and enjoy the game safely.
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