Pick 3
How to Play Pick 3
- Choose three numbers from 0-9 or select Quick Pick to let the computer select your numbers. Numbers may be used more than once.
- Choose your wager type.
- Choose your wager amount.
- Choose your draw time. (Midday, Evening, or Both)
- Choose the number of drawings you want to play.
STRAIGHT: Match your numbers to the winning numbers in EXACT order.
| Play Type | If you Played | Winning Combinations | $1.00 Wager Prize | Odds* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT: | 123 | 123 | $600 | 1:1,000 |
BOX: Match your numbers to the winning numbers in ANY order.
| Play Type | If you Played | Winning Combinations | $1.00 Wager Prize | Odds* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-WAY (using three different numbers with six possible winning combinations) |
123 | 123 132 213 231 312 321 |
$100 | 1:167 |
| 3-WAY (using two same numbers with three possible winning combinations) |
122 | 122 212 221 | $200 | 1:333 |
STRAIGHT/BOX: Match your numbers to the winning numbers in EXACT or ANY order. Combines $0.50 Straight and $0.50 Box wager ($1 minimum wager).
| Play Type | If you Played | Winning Combinations | Wager Type | $1.00 Wager Prize | Odds* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-WAY | 123 | 123 | EXACT ORDER | $350 | 1:1,000 |
| 6-WAY (using three different numbers with six possible winning combinations) |
123 | 132 213 231 312 321 | ANY ORDER | $50 | 1:167 |
| 3-WAY | 122 | 122 | EXACT ORDER | $400 | 1:1,000 |
| 3-WAY (using two same numbers with three possible winning combinations) |
122 | 212 221 | ANY ORDER | $100 | 1:333 |
SUPER STRAIGHT: Match your numbers to the winning numbers in ANY order and win the Straight payout. Covers all Straight combinations ($1.50 minimum wager).
| Play Type | If you Played | Winning Combinations | $1.00 Wager Prize | Odds* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-WAY (using three different numbers with six possible winning combinations) |
123 | 123 132 213 231 312 321 |
$600 (6 x $1) |
1:167 |
| 3-WAY (using two same numbers with three possible winning combinations) |
122 | 122 212 221 | $600 (3 x $1) |
1:333 |
1-OFF®: Match your numbers to the winning numbers in EXACT order or off one digit higher or one digit lower than one or more of your 3 digits ($1 minimum wager).
| Play Type | If you Played | Winning Combinations | $1.00 Wager Prize | Odds* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straight | 123 | 123 | $300 | 1:1,000 |
| 1-OFF one digit | 123 | 023 113 122 124 133 223 | $29 | 1:167 |
| 1-OFF two digits | 123 | 013 022 024 033 112 114 132 134 213 222 224 233 |
$4 | 1:84 |
| 1-OFF three digits | 123 | 012 014 032 034 212 214 232 234 |
$9 | 1:125 |
PAIRS: Match your winning pair numbers to the winning numbers in EXACT order.
| Play Type | If you Played | Winning Combinations | 50¢ Wager Prize | $1.00 Wager Prize | Odds* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Pair (match first two winning numbers) |
12X | 12 + Any Number | $30 | $60 | 1:100 |
| Back Pair (match last two winning numbers) |
X23 | Any Number + 23 | $30 | $60 | 1:100 |
| Split Pair (match first and last two winning numbers) |
1X3 | 1 + Any Number + 3 | $30 | $60 | 1:100 |
Pick 3 Details
Draw Schedule
Drawings are conducted twice a day. The Pick 3 Midday drawing occurs at about 1:20pm ET / 12:20pm CT. The Pick 3 Evening drawing occurs at about 11:00pm ET / 10:00pm CT.
As of April 13, 2020 Pick 3 will not be drawn using balls and machines. Instead, a dedicated computer system known as a random number generator will randomly generate winning numbers. Read more.
Advance Play
You can play any day, up to seven days in advance, Sunday-Saturday by choosing advance play.
Play It Again
Really like your Pick 3 numbers? Play them again! Use your existing ticket to purchase a new ticket with your same favorite numbers. No need to fill out or keep your play slip. Just hand the store clerk your ticket and ask to “Play it Again”!
Claiming Your Prize
Congratulations, you won! Prizes may be claimed immediately following the drawing. Learn how to claim a prize.
Prizes must be claimed within 180 days after drawing date.
A play slip does not constitute evidence of a winning ticket or the numbers selected; players must present a valid ticket in order to claim a prize.
Rules
All matters and claims relating to Pick 3, including tickets, transactions, drawings, prizes and prize claims are governed by Kentucky law and the official Game Rules.
A 50¢ wager will reduce the prize by half (excludes 1-OFF® and Straight/Box). A wager over $1 will multiply the prize by that dollar amount.
Players must be at least 18 years old to play.