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NC Pick 3 Day & Evening Results
NEXT DRAWING
Tue, May 30, 2023
When are NC Pick 3 Drawings?
Drawings take place daily at 3:00 pm ET (Day Drawing) and 11:22 pm (Evening Drawing). The in-store sales cut-off time is 3:00 pm for the day draw and 11:00 pm for the night draw.
| Draw Times – ET | |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 3:00 pm & 11:22 pm |
| Monday | 3:00 pm & 11:22 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:00 pm & 11:22 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:00 pm & 11:22 pm |
| Thursday | 3:00 pm & 11:22 pm |
| Friday | 3:00 pm & 11:22 pm |
| Saturday | 3:00 pm & 11:22 pm |
What are the NC Pick 3 Play Types?
EXACT: Match the winning numbers in exact order to win.
ANY ORDER: Match the winning numbers in any order to win.
50/50 (Exact + Any): Combines Exact and Any Order plays so that you win either way the numbers are drawn. If numbers match exactly, you win both prizes.
COMBO: Pick three numbers and a Straight bet is placed on every possible three-digit combination of those numbers. The ticket price is higher as more combinations are played.
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 333.3 | $160 |
| Any (6-Way) | 1 in 166.7 | $80 |
| 50 / 50 (3-Way) | 1 in 1,000 & 1 in 333.3 | Any $80 / Exact $330 |
| 50 / 50 (6-Way) | 1 in 1,000 & 1 in 166.7 | Any $40 / Exact $290 |
| Front/Back Pairs | 1 in 100 | $50 |
| 3-Way Combo | 1 in 333.3 | $500 |
| 6-Way Combo | 1 in 166.7 | $500 |
What Can I Win Playing Cash 3 Plus Fireball?
| Play Type | Same/ Diff Nums | Odds | Prizes ($1 Wager) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exact (3 Wins) | 3 / 0 | 1 in 10,000 | $540 |
| Exact (1 Win) | 3 / 0 | 1 in 370 | $180 |
| Exact (2 Wins) | 2 / 1 | 1 in 10,000 | $360 |
| Exact (1 Win) | 2 / 1 | 1 in 357 | $180 |
| Exact | 0 / 3 | 1 in 333 | $180 |
| Any 3 Way (3 Wins) | 1 in 10,000 | $180 | |
| Any 3 Way (2 Wins) | 1 in 1,667 | $120 | |
| Any 3 Way (1 Win) | 1 in 133 | $60 | |
| Any 6 Way (2 Wins) | 1 in 556 | $60 | |
| Any 6 Way (1 Win) | 1 in 69 | $30 | |
| Combo 3 Way (3 Wins) | 1 in 10,000 | $540 ($3 wager) |
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| Combo 3 Way (2 Wins) | 1 in 1,667 | $360 ($3 wager) |
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| Combo 3 Way (1 Win) | 1 in 133 | $180 ($3 wager) |
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| Combo 6 Way (2 Wins) | 1 in 556 | $360 ($6 wager) |
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| Combo 6 Way (1 Win) | 1 in 69 | $180 ($6 wager) |
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| Pair Front/Back (3 Wins) | 2 / 1 | 1 in 1,000 | $54 |
| Pair Front/Back (1 Win) | 2 / 1 | 1 in 37 | $18 |
| Pair Front/Back (2 Wins) | 1 / 2 | 1 in 500 | $36 |
| Pair Front/Back (1 Win) | 1 / 2 | 1 in 38 | $18 |
| 50/50 3 Way (2 Any/ 2 Exact) | 2 / 1 | 1 in 10,000 | $240 |
| 50/50 3 Way (3 Any/ 1 Exact) | 2 / 1 | 1 in 10,000 | $180 |
| 50/50 3 Way (2 Any/ 1 Exact) | 2 / 1 | 1 in 5,000 | $150 |
| 50/50 3 Way (2 Any/ 0 Exact) | 2 / 1 | 1 in 3,333 | $60 |
| 50/50 3 Way (1 Any/ 1 Exact) | 2 / 1 | 1 in 400 | $120 |
| 50/50 3 Way (1 Any/ 0 Exact) | 2 / 1 | 1 in 200 | $30 |
| 50/50 6 Way (2 Any/ 1 Exact) | 0 / 3 | 1 in 1,667 | $120 |
| 50/50 6 Way (1 Any/ 1 Exact) | 0 / 3 | 1 in 417 | $105 |
| 50/50 6 Way (2 Any/ 0 Exact) | 0 / 3 | 1 in 833 | $30 |
| 50/50 6 Way (1 Any/ 0 Exact) | 0 / 3 | 1 in 83 | $15 |
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How do I Play North Carolina 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 six different play types: Exact, Any Order, 50/50 (Exact + Any), Combo, Pairs or 1-OFF. Cash 3 tickets cost either 50 cents or $1 per play.
- PLAY MULTIPLE DRAWINGS:
You can play your numbers for up to 7 consecutive drawing dates on the same ticket. Just tell the cashier at the time of your purchase or mark the Multi Play box on your selection slip.
- ADD FIREBALL:
Adding Fireball is an option where you get an extra drawn number for more combinations to match and win. The Fireball number can replace any other Pick 3 drawn number to allow for more chances to win.
NC Pick 3 FAQs
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What is the NC Pick 3? 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.
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How much do Pick 3 tickets cost? Tickets cost 50 cents or $1 per play. Adding the Fireball option will double the price of your ticket.
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Where and when can I play NC Pick 3? You can play both Midday and Evening Pick 3 at all North Carolina Lottery retailers. Midday Draws take place at approximately 3:00 p.m. and evening draws at approximately 11:22 p.m. Tickets for each drawing may be purchased up to the drawing (day draw) or 23 minutes (evening draw) prior to the next drawing.
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Do NC Pick 3 tickets expire? Prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date on which the prize was won.
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What is Fireball? Fireball is a Pick 3 option where you get an extra drawn number for more combinations to match and win. The Fireball number can replace any other draw Pick 3 number.
What is NC Pick 3?
NC Pick 3 is a 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. North Carolina Pick 3 has both a midday and evening drawing.
You are able to select the amount you want to play. Choose either 50 cents or $1. NC Pick 3 drawings are held seven days a week. All NC Lottery results are available immediately after each drawing.
Add Fireball to your play for more chances to win. Adding Fireball doubles the price of your base play ticket.
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