Arizona Lottery
Since 1981, the Arizona Lottery has been the state’s most accessible form of legal gambling. Over the past four decades, it has raised billions of dollars to fund arts and education, conservation efforts, human services, and public safety.
You can purchase Powerball and MegaMillions tickets using the Jackpocket AZ app.
Arizona Lottery State Draw Games
The Arizona Lottery offers several draw-style games exclusive to the Grand Canyon State. These games involve selecting a set of numbers or symbols, with the objective of matching those drawn at a specific time. Their widespread availability and potentially life-changing progressive jackpots make them very popular among Arizona residents. While residents of other states can play, they must claim any prizes in Arizona. These games are easy to play and available at various price points.
Fantasy 5
Fantasy 5 is a daily draw game where players select five numbers or opt for a quick pick for $1. For an additional $1 or $2, players can add the EXTRA! feature for a chance at instant prizes of $250 or $500. Matching two numbers wins $1, with the prize increasing to a progressive jackpot for matching all five numbers. Drawings are held nightly at 7 p.m.
The Pick
In The Pick, players choose six numbers per drawing for $1. Adding the EXTRA! for an extra dollar or two offers a chance at $250 or $500 instant prizes. Drawings occur every Wednesday and Saturday at 7 p.m. Prizes range from $3 for matching three numbers to a progressive jackpot for matching all six.
Pick 3
Pick 3 allows players to select one, two, or three sets of three-digit numbers, with six different play types available. Prizes range from $25 to $500. This daily game has drawings every night at 7 p.m.
Quickcard
Quickcard provides a unique way to play Mega Millions and Powerball. Players purchase cards for $4, $6, or $10, scratch to reveal their numbers, and use those numbers for the next Mega Millions or Powerball drawing. Each card includes multiple plays, but Megaplier or Power Play cannot be added to Quickcard.
Triple Twist
For $2, players select six numbers and receive two additional rows of six random numbers. Drawings are daily at 7 p.m. Prizes range from $2 for matching three numbers to a progressive jackpot for matching all six numbers in the top line.
Arizona Lottery Multi-State Draw Games
The Arizona Lottery also participates in multi-state draw games offered by the Multi-State Lottery Corporation.
Mega Millions
Mega Millions tickets cost $2, with an option to add the Megaplier for $1 to multiply non-jackpot winnings up to 5X. Drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 9 p.m. Prizes range from $2 for matching the Mega Ball to $1 million for matching all five regular numbers, with a rolling jackpot if no one wins.
Powerball
Powerball tickets cost $2, or $3 with the Power Play option to increase non-jackpot winnings up to 10X. Drawings take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 9 p.m. Prizes start at $4 for matching the Powerball or one number plus the Powerball, with a rolling jackpot.
Instant Win Games in Arizona
For those who prefer not to wait for drawings, the Arizona Lottery offers instant win games, including scratch-off cards and Fast Play. Scratch-off cards range from $1 to $30, with top prizes up to $3.5 million. Fast Play games start at $1 and go up to $20, featuring instant prizes and progressive jackpots.
Lottery Retailers in Arizona
Various businesses can apply to sell lottery tickets, including convenience stores, grocers, fraternal organizations, gas stations, liquor stores, tobacco shops, and truck stops. Only individuals 21 and older can purchase lottery tickets. The lottery's website offers a tool to find nearby retailers.
Arizona Lottery App
While you can't buy tickets online, the Arizona Players Club app offers several benefits, including free games, quizzes, reward points for non-winning tickets, and entries into drawings for cash and prizes.
Who Benefits from the Arizona Lottery?
Nearly everyone in Arizona benefits from the lottery's contributions. In fiscal year 2020, the Arizona Lottery contributed $226.14 million to various causes, including:
- $129.26 million to the state's general fund
- $39.68 million to higher education
- $32.23 million to health and human services
- $14.97 million to business and economic development
- $10 million to environmental conservation