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What is PA Pick 4 Day?
PA Pick 4 Day is a mid-day time draw game where you try to pick four 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. Penn Pick 4 midday has an evening draw game as well.
You are able to select the amount you want to play. Choose either 50 cents or $1. Pennsylvania Pick 4 drawings are held seven days a week. All Penn winning numbers are available immediately after each drawing.
Add Wild Ball to your play for more chances to win. Adding Wild Ball doubles the price of your base play ticket and applies to all panels.
What are PA Pick 4 Day Draw Times?
Sales cut-off time is 1:05 pm ET. Draw time is approximately 30 minutes after the draw entry close.
| Draw Times | |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 1:35 pm ET |
| Monday | 1:35 pm ET |
| Tuesday | 1:35 pm ET |
| Wednesday | 1:35 pm ET |
| Thursday | 1:35 pm ET |
| Friday | 1:35 pm ET |
| Saturday | 1:35 pm ET |
How do I Play Pennsylvania Pick 4 Midday Draw?
- PICK YOUR NUMBERS:
Ask for a Quick Pick and let the lottery terminal select the numbers for you, or choose four numbers between 0 and 9.
- BUY YOUR TICKET:
Pick one of three different play types: Straight, Box, or Straight/Box. Cash 4 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 Advance Play box on your selection slip.
- ADD WILD BALL:
Adding Wild Ball is an option that will double the price of your play ticket. The Wild Ball number can be used to replace any number drawn, giving players an extra chance to create more combinations.
What are the Penn Pick 4 Day Play Types?
STRAIGHT: Match the winning numbers in exact order to win.
BOX: Match the winning numbers in any order to win.
STRAIGHT/BOX: Match the winning numbers in exact order and win 1/2 the Straight prize or match the winning numbers in any order and win 1/2 the Box prize only.
What Can I Win Playing Midday Cash 4?
| Play Type | Odds | Prize ($1 Wager) |
|---|---|---|
| Straight (Exact) | 1 in 10,000 | $5,000 |
| Box (4-Way) | 1 in 2,500 | $1,200 |
| Box (6-Way) | 1 in 1,667 | $800 |
| Box (12-Way) | 1 in 833 | $400 |
| Box (24-Way) | 1 in 417 | $200 |
| Straight / Box (4-Way) | 1 in 10,000 & 1 in 2,500 | Box $600 / Straight $2,500 |
| Straight / Box (6-Way) | 1 in 10,000 & 1 in 1,666.67 | Box $400 / Straight $2,500 |
| Straight / Box (12-Way) | 1 in 10,000 & 1 in 833.33 | Box $200 / Straight $2,500 |
| Straight / Box (24-Way) | 1 in 10,000 & 1 in 417 | Box $100 / Straight $2,500 |
What Can I Win Playing Cash 4 WildBall?
| Play Type | Odds | Prize ($1 Wager) |
|---|---|---|
| Straight (Exact) | 1 in 2,500 | $1,500 |
| Box (4-Way) | 1 in 625 | $390 |
| Box (6-Way) | 1 in 417 | $260 |
| Box (12-Way) | 1 in 208 | $130 |
| Box (24-Way) | 1 in 104 | $60 |
PA Pick 4 Day FAQs
A: Pick 4 is a twice daily draw game where players select four numbers, each from 0 through 9 to win a top prize of $5,000 for a straight $1 play.
Q: How much do Pick 4 tickets cost?
A: Tickets cost 50 cents or $1 per play.
Q: Where and when can I play Penn Pick 4?
A: You can play both Midday and Evening Pick 4 at all Pennsylvania Lottery retailers. Midday Draws take place at approximately 1:35 p.m. and evening draws at approximately 6:59 p.m. Tickets for each drawing may be purchased up to 30 minutes prior to the next day drawing and 2 minutes prior to the next night time drawing.
Q: Do Pennsylvania Pick 4 tickets expire?
A: Prizes must be claimed within 1 year of the draw date on which the prize was won.
