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What is Wisconsin Megabucks?
Wisconsin Megabucks is a twice weekly draw game where you try to pick six numbers between 1 and 49 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.
Tickets cost $1 for two plays and drawings are held every Wednesday and Saturday. Jackpots start at $1,000,000 and if nobody wins the jackpot, it rolls over and is added to the next drawing’s jackpot.
Add EZ Match for an optional play to win prizes instantly. EZ Match costs an additional $1 per play and the lottery terminal will print five EZ Match numbers on your ticket. You can win up to $250 instantly if any of your Mega Bucks numbers match the EZ Match numbers. All WILottery results are available immediately after each drawing.
What are the WI Megabucks Draw Times?
Sales cut-off time is immediately prior the upcoming drawing.
| Draw Times | |
|---|---|
| Sunday | No Draw |
| Monday | No Draw |
| Tuesday | No Draw |
| Wednesday | 9:00 pm CT |
| Thursday | No Draw |
| Friday | No Draw |
| Saturday | 9:00 pm CT |
How do I Play Wisconsin Megabucks?
- PICK YOUR NUMBERS:
Ask for a Quick Pick and let the lottery terminal select the numbers for you, or choose six numbers between 1 and 49.
- BUY YOUR TICKET:
WI Megabucks tickets cost $1 for 2 plays.
- PLAY MULTIPLE DRAWINGS:
You can play your numbers for up to 8 consecutive drawing dates (4 weeks) 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 EZ MATCH:
Adding EZ Match is an option that will add $1 per play. Match any of your Megabucks numbers to the printed EZ Match numbers to win up to $250 instantly.
How Can I Win the WI Megabucks?
| Match | Prizes | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Balls | Jackpot!* | 1 in 6,991,908 |
| 5 Balls | $500 | 1 in 27,101 |
| 4 Balls | $30 | 1 in 517 |
| 3 Balls | $2 | 1 in 29 |
*Prizes are divided equally among multiple winning plays.
What Can I Win with EZ Match?
| EZ Match Prizes | Odds |
|---|---|
| $250 | 1 in 2,000 |
| $50 | 1 in 686 |
| $25 | 1 in 400 |
| $10 | 1 in 200 |
| $5 | 1 in 120 |
| $2 | 1 in 30 |
| $1 | 1 in 5 |
Wisconsin Megabucks FAQs
A: Megabucks is a twice weekly draw game where players select six numbers from 1 through 49. Jackpots start at $1,000,000 and if nobody wins the jackpot, it rolls over and is added to the next drawing’s jackpot.
Q: How much do Mega Bucks tickets cost?
A: Tickets cost $1 for two plays.
Q: Where and when can I play WI Megabucks?
A: You can play Megabucks at all Wisconsin Lottery retailers. Draws take place every Wednesday and Saturday at approximately 9:00 p.m. Tickets for each drawing may be purchased right up to the next drawing.
Q: Do WI Mega Bucks tickets expire?
A: Prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date on which the prize was won.
Q: Can Mega Bucks tickets be cancelled?
A: No. Tickets cannot be cancelled once they are purchased.
