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What is CO Pick 3?
CO Pick 3 is a twice daily draw game where you try to pick three numbers between 0 and 9 that match the winning numbers drawn to win a cash prize. You can also select Quick Pick and the random number generator will choose the numbers for you. Colorado Pick 3 has a midday and evening draw game as well.
You are able to select the amount you want to play. Choose either 50 cents, $1, $2 or $5. CO Pick 3 drawings are held seven days a week.
When are Colorado Pick 3 Draw Times?
Sales cut-off time is immediately prior to the drawing.
| Draw Times | |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm MT |
| Monday | 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm MT |
| Tuesday | 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm MT |
| Wednesday | 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm MT |
| Thursday | 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm MT |
| Friday | 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm MT |
| Saturday | 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm MT |
How do I Play CO Pick 3 Draw?
- PICK YOUR NUMBERS:
Ask for a Quick Pick and let the lottery terminal select the numbers for you, or choose three numbers between 0 and 9.
- BUY YOUR TICKET:
Pick one of four different play types: Straight, Box, Straight/Box or Pairs. Cash 3 tickets cost 50 cents, $1, $2, or $5 per play.
- PLAY MULTIPLE DRAWINGS:
You can play your numbers for up to 56 consecutive drawings (28 midday draw plus 28 evening draw) on the same ticket. Just tell the cashier at the time of your purchase or mark the Multi Play box on your selection slip.
What are the Colorado Pick 3 Play Types?
EXACT: Match the winning numbers in exact order to win.
ANY: Match the winning numbers in any order to win.
EXACT/ANY: Match the winning numbers in exact order and win 1/2 the Straight prize and 1/2 the Box prize, or match the winning numbers in any order and win 1/2 the Box prize only.
PAIRS: Match the first two numbers in exact order (front pair) or the last two numbers in exact order (back pair).
What Can I Win Playing Cash 3?
| Play Type | Odds | Prize ($1 Wager) |
|---|---|---|
| Straight (Exact) | 1 in 1,000 | $500 |
| Any (3-Way) | 1 in 333 | $160 |
| Any (6-Way) | 1 in 167 | $80 |
| Exact / Any (3-Way) | 1 in 1,000 & 1 in 333 | Box $80 / Straight $250 |
| Straight / Box (6-Way) | 1 in 1,000 & 1 in 167 | Box $40 / Straight $250 |
| Front/Back Pairs | 1 in 100 | $60 |
CO Pick 3 FAQs
A: Pick 3 is a twice daily draw game where players select three numbers, each from 0 through 9 to win a top prize of $500 for a $1 straight play.
Q: How much do Pick 3 tickets cost?
A: Tickets cost 50 cents, $1, $2 or $5 per play.
Q: Where and when can I play CO Pick 3?
A: You can play both Midday and Evening Pick 3 at all Colorado Lottery retailers. Midday Draws take place at approximately 1:30 p.m. and evening draws at approximately 7:30 p.m. Tickets for each drawing may be purchased up until the next drawing.
Q: Do CO Pick 3 tickets expire?
A: Prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date on which the prize was won.
Sources: Colorado Lottery (Pick 3)
