Vermont (VT) Lottery Results & Winning Numbers
Results Updated On:20 Oct 2025 (GMT)
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Vermont Lottery drawing schedule
All times shown are Eastern Time.
| Game | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
| Pick 3 Day | 13:10 | 13:10 | 13:10 | 13:10 | 13:10 | 13:10 | 13:10 |
| Pick 3 Evening | 18:55 | 18:55 | 18:55 | 18:55 | 18:55 | 18:55 | 18:55 |
| Pick 4 Day | 13:10 | 13:10 | 13:10 | 13:10 | 13:10 | 13:10 | 13:10 |
| Pick 4 Evening | 18:55 | 18:55 | 18:55 | 18:55 | 18:55 | 18:55 | 18:55 |
| Gimme 5 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | ||
| Megabucks | 19:59 | 19:59 | 19:59 | ||||
| Lucky for Life | 22:38 | 22:38 | 22:38 | 22:38 | 22:38 | 22:38 | 22:38 |
| Powerball | 22:59 | 22:59 | 22:59 | ||||
| Mega Millions | 23:00 | 23:00 |
Ticket sales cut-off times
| Game | Cut-Off Time |
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| Pick 3 Day | 1:00 PM |
| Pick 3 Evening | 6:45 PM |
| Pick 4 Day | 1:00 PM |
| Pick 4 Evening | 6:45 PM |
| Gimme 5 | 6:45 PM |
| Megabucks | 7:50 PM |
| Lucky for Life | 9:30 PM |
| Powerball | 9:50 PM |
| Mega Millions | 9:50 PM |
About the Vermont Lottery
The Vermont State Lottery offers a mix of multi-state draw games, daily numbers games, and instant tickets.
Players can check the latest Vermont Lottery results online or through official retailers.
Since its launch in 1978, the Lottery has contributed all profits to the state’s Education Fund, supporting schools across Vermont.
| Key Fact | Details |
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| Games available | Powerball, Mega Millions, Lucky for Life, Tri-State Megabucks, Gimme 5, Vermont Pick 3, Vermont Pick 4, Instant Tickets, Fast Play |
| Ticket purchase | Sold only at licensed Vermont retailers. No online sales. |
| Subscriptions | Available by mail for Powerball, Mega Millions, and Megabucks |
| Advance play | Pick 3 & Pick 4: up to 42 draws; Powerball & Gimme 5: up to 30 draws; Mega Millions, Lucky for Life & Megabucks: up to 20 draws |
| Claim period | 365 days from draw date; instant tickets valid for 1 year from game end date |
| Eligibility | Must be 18 or older to play |
| Anonymity | Winner details are public record in Vermont (trusts also listed publicly) |
| Where proceeds go | 100% of profits go to the Vermont Education Fund (since 1998) |
Can I buy VT Lottery tickets online?
Vermont Lottery tickets are not available for sale via the internet.
The Vermont Lottery website instead provides all the latest winning numbers and promotions available.
Tickets can be bought from licensed retailers, or for specific games, players can buy subscriptions through the mail.
Vermont Lottery games
The Vermont Lottery features multi-state jackpots, regional tri-state games, and daily number draws.
Each game has unique rules, costs, and prizes.
Below are the main games you can play in Vermont, with details on how they work.
Vermont Powerball
The VT Powerball is one of the biggest lottery games in the US, known for jackpots that often climb into the hundreds of millions.
Players choose five numbers from 1 to 69 plus one Powerball number from 1 to 26.
Each play costs $2, and drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM.
For an additional $1, you can add the Power Play option, which multiplies non-jackpot prizes up to 10x.
Vermont players can also buy up to 30 advance draws at once.
| Detail | Info |
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| Ticket Price | $2 |
| Numbers | 5 from 1-69 + 1 Powerball (1-26) |
| Draw Days | Monday, Wednesday, Saturday |
| Jackpot | Starts at $20 million (rolls over) |
| Extra Option | Power Play (+$1) multiplies non-jackpot prizes |
Vermont Mega Millions
Mega Millions Vermont offers jackpots that regularly compete with Powerball for the largest in the world.
To play, choose five numbers from 1 to 70 plus a Mega Ball number from 1 to 25.
Tickets are $2 each, and draws take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM.
Players can add the Megaplier for $1, which boosts non-jackpot prizes by up to 10x.
Vermont players can purchase up to 20 draws in advance.
| Detail | Info |
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| Ticket Price | $2 |
| Numbers | 5 from 1-70 + 1 Mega Ball (1-25) |
| Draw Days | Tuesday, Friday |
| Jackpot | Starts at $20 million (rolls over) |
| Extra Option | Megaplier (+$1) for bigger non-jackpot prizes |
Lucky for Life
Lucky for Life is a unique lottery game available in multiple states.
Players select five numbers from 1 to 48 and one Lucky Ball (1 to 18).
Each ticket costs $2, with daily draws at 10:38 PM.
The top prize pays $1,000 a day for life, while the second prize pays $25,000 a year for life.
Winners can also choose a lump-sum option.
Vermont players can purchase up to 20 draws in advance.
| Detail | Info |
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| Ticket Price | $2 |
| Numbers | 5 from 1-48 + Lucky Ball (1-18) |
| Draw Days | Daily |
| Top Prize | $1,000 per day for life (or $5.75M lump sum) |
Tri-State Megabucks
Tri-State Megabucks is offered only in Vermont, Maine, and New Hampshire.
Players select five numbers from 1 to 41 and one Mega Ball (1 to 6).
Tickets cost $2, and drawings are held every Wednesday and Saturday at 7:59 PM.
This game is known for jackpots that roll over frequently, often reaching several million dollars.
Players in Vermont can purchase up to 20 consecutive draws in advance.
| Detail | Info |
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| Ticket Price | $2 |
| Numbers | 5 from 1-41 + 1 Mega Ball (1-6) |
| Draw Days | Wednesday, Saturday |
| Jackpot | Often several million (depends on sales/rollovers) |
Gimme 5
Gimme 5 is a straightforward game with a fixed jackpot of $100,000.
Players choose five numbers from 1 to 39 for just $1 per ticket.
Drawings take place Monday through Friday at 7:00 PM.
This game is exclusive to the Tri-State Lottery, giving Vermont players more chances to win during the week.
Up to 30 draws can be purchased in advance.
| Detail | Info |
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| Ticket Price | $1 |
| Numbers | 5 from 1-39 |
| Draw Days | Monday to Friday |
| Jackpot | $100,000 top prize |
Vermont Pick 4
Pick 4 Vermont is a daily numbers game where players choose four digits from 0-9.
Tickets can cost as little as $0.50 or as much as $5.
Players can bet on numbers being drawn in exact order (Straight), any order (Box), or mixed play types like Pairs.
Drawings are held every day at 1:10 PM and 6:55 PM.
Depending on the play type and wager, the top prize can reach $5,000.
Advance play is available for up to 42 consecutive draws.
| Detail | Info |
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| Ticket Price | $0.50 – $5 |
| Numbers | 4 digits (0-9) |
| Draw Days | Daily (two draws) |
| Top Prize | Up to $5,000 |
Vermont Pick 3
VT Pick 3 is Vermont’s longest-running daily numbers game.
Players choose three digits from 0-9, with ticket prices ranging from $0.50 to $5.
Play styles include Straight, Box, Front/Back Pair, or Single Digit.
Drawings take place daily at 1:10 PM and 6:55 PM.
The top prize is $500, depending on wager and play style.
Advance play is available for up to 42 consecutive draws.
| Detail | Info |
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| Ticket Price | $0.50 – $5 |
| Numbers | 3 digits (0-9) |
| Draw Days | Daily (two draws) |
| Top Prize | Up to $500 |
VT Lottery instant scratch games
There are just under 100 Instant Win games offered by the VT Lottery.
Ticket prices range from $1 to $25 per ticket, with prizes reaching as high as $100,000.
Players are able to check online at the official website for the remaining number of tickets available and prizes to be won.
What is Second Chance?
Second Chance is where players with eligible non-winning instant tickets can enter a second draw with another bite of the cherry to win a Vermont Lottery prize.
Players need to become members of the VT Lottery Club, which is free to join and open to everyone.
Players can enter their non-winning instant tickets into the Vermont Lottery’s Top Prize, Quarterly, and Promotional second chance drawings.
Vermont Lottery Advance Play
The Vermont Lottery allows players to purchase tickets for multiple future draws at once.
The number of advance draws you can buy depends on the game.
Options
| Game | Advance Draws Available |
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| Pick 3 | Up to 42 draws |
| Pick 4 | Up to 42 draws |
| Powerball | Up to 30 draws |
| Gimme 5 | Up to 30 draws |
| Mega Millions | Up to 20 draws |
| Lucky for Life | Up to 20 draws |
| Tri-State Megabucks | Up to 20 draws |
Advance play makes it easy to stay in the game without having to buy tickets every day or week.
Players just need to mark the number of draws on their play slip when buying a ticket.
Subscriptions
The Vermont Lottery offers a mail-in subscription service for Powerball, Mega Millions, and Tri-State Megabucks.
This option is available only to players with a Vermont mailing address.
To subscribe, you must:
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Download and complete the official subscription form from the Vermont Lottery website.
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Select the number of consecutive draws (26, 52, or 104 draws).
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Mail the form with a check or money order to the Vermont Lottery.
Details
| Game | Subscription Options |
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| Powerball | 26, 52, or 104 draws |
| Mega Millions | 26, 52, or 104 draws |
| Tri-State Megabucks | 26, 52, or 104 draws |
Subscriptions guarantee your numbers are entered for every draw without needing to buy tickets each time.
Winnings are sent directly to you according to the prize claim rules.
Odds and jackpots
Each Vermont Lottery game has its own odds of winning and jackpot structure.
Daily numbers games like Pick 3 and Pick 4 have the best chances of winning, while multi-state games such as Powerball and Mega Millions offer the largest jackpots.
| Game | Odds of Winning Jackpot/Top Prize | Minimum Jackpot/Top Prize |
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| Mega Millions | 1 in 302,575,350 | $20 million |
| Powerball | 1 in 292,201,338 | $20 million |
| Lucky for Life | 1 in 30,821,472 | $1,000 a day for life ($5.75M lump sum) |
| Tri-State Megabucks | 1 in 4,496,388 | Varies (often several million) |
| Gimme 5 | 1 in 575,757 | $100,000 |
| Pick 4 | 1 in 10,000 | Up to $5,000 |
| Pick 3 | 1 in 1,000 | Up to $500 |
How to claim a Vermont Lottery prize
Players have 365 days from the draw date to claim draw game prizes, and one year from the announced end date to claim instant ticket prizes.
All winning tickets must be signed on the back before submitting a claim.
Steps to claim a prize
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Sign your ticket on the back immediately to establish ownership.
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Check the Vermont Lottery results to confirm your win.
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Gather documents on the winning ticket, completed claim form, and valid photo ID (required for prizes above $500).
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Choose your claim method based on the prize amount (see table below).
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Submit your claim in person or by mail.
Options
| Prize Amount | Where to Claim | Requirements |
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| Up to $499 | Any authorized Vermont Lottery retailer OR Vermont Lottery Headquarters | Signed ticket |
| $500 – $5,000 | Vermont Lottery Headquarters OR M&T Bank branches in Vermont | Signed ticket + claim form + photo ID |
| Over $5,000 | Vermont Lottery Headquarters (Berlin, VT) | Signed ticket + claim form + photo ID |
| Any Prize (by mail) | Vermont Lottery Claims Department, 1311 US Route 302, Suite 100, Barre, VT 05641 | Signed ticket + completed claim form + copy of ID |
Processing by mail typically takes 5-7 business days.
Vermont State Lottery tax information
Lottery winnings in Vermont are subject to both federal and state taxes.
The amount withheld depends on the value of the prize, whether you provide a taxpayer identification number (TIN), and your residency status.
US citizens and residents (with TIN)
| Prize Value | Federal Tax | State Tax | Total Withheld |
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| Over $5,000 | 24% | 6% | 30% |
US citizens and residents (without TIN)
| Prize Value | Federal Tax | State Tax | Total Withheld |
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| $600 or more | 28% | 6.72% | 34.72% |
Non-US citizens or non-residents
| Prize Value | Federal Tax | State Tax | Total Withheld |
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| $600 or more | 30% | 7.2% | 37.2% |
The Vermont Lottery issues a W-2G tax form each January for all players who win $600 or more.
Non-US residents receive a 1042-S form for applicable prizes.
Customer support
The Vermont Lottery provides multiple ways for players to get assistance, claim prizes, or learn more about games and promotions.
Support is available by phone, mail, email, and online resources.
Vermont Lottery headquarters
- Main Office (Berlin, VT)
Vermont Lottery
1311 US Route 302, Suite 100
Barre, VT 05641
Telephone:
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Local: (802) 479-5686
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Toll-Free (Vermont only): 1-800-322-8800
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Fax: (802) 479-4294
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Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM (ET)
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Closed on weekends and state holidays
Headquarters staff can assist with prize claims, subscription services, second chance entries, and general game inquiries.
Email support
Players can contact the Lottery via email at: [email protected]
This option is best for general questions, subscription requests, or feedback.
Website and online resources
Official Website: vtlottery.com
Through the website, players can:
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Check the latest Vermont Lottery results
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View current jackpots and upcoming draws
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Access claim forms and rules for each game
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Enter Second Chance drawings via the Vermont Lottery Club
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Check available scratch-offs and remaining top prizes
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Read news and press releases on unclaimed tickets
Social media
For information and updates, players can follow the VT Lottery social media pages on Facebook and Twitter or check out their YouTube channel:
Vermont Lottery App
There is no Vermont Lottery App for players to download; however, players can visit the official Vermont Lottery website and enjoy the following features:
- Check the latest winning numbers.
- Watch the draw live.
- Join the Vermont Lottery Club for a chance to enter second-chance draws.
- Read press updates on unclaimed tickets.
- Research Scratch ticket prizes available to claim.
FAQs
Can I buy Vermont Lottery tickets online?
No. Vermont Lottery tickets are not sold online. Tickets can only be purchased from licensed retailers within the state or through mail-in subscriptions for Powerball, Mega Millions, and Tri-State Megabucks. The official Vermont Lottery website provides results and game information, but does not sell tickets directly.
How long do I have to claim a Vermont Lottery prize?
You have 365 days from the draw date to claim winnings on draw games. For instant tickets, you have one year from the announced end date of the game. Claims can be made at retailers, banks, or the Vermont Lottery Headquarters, depending on the prize amount.
Are Vermont Lottery winnings taxable?
Yes. Vermont Lottery prizes are subject to both state and federal taxes. The exact amount withheld depends on the prize value, whether you provide a taxpayer identification number (TIN), and your residency status. The Lottery issues tax forms each January for all prizes of $600 or more.
Can Vermont Lottery winners remain anonymous?
No. Winner information, including name, town, and prize amount, is considered public record in Vermont. Some players choose to claim through a trust, but the trust’s name is also public. It is recommended to seek legal advice before claiming large prizes.
What is the Vermont Lottery app?
The Vermont Lottery does not currently offer a mobile app. However, the official website is mobile-friendly and allows players to check results, view jackpots, join the Vermont Lottery Club for Second Chance promotions, and see available scratch-offs.
What games can I play in the Vermont Lottery?
Vermont offers multi-state games like Powerball, Mega Millions, and Lucky for Life, as well as Tri-State games such as Megabucks, Gimme 5, Pick 3, and Pick 4. In addition, players can enjoy Instant Tickets (scratch-offs) and Fast Play games. All games are available through licensed Vermont retailers.
Where do the proceeds from the Vermont Lottery go?
Since July 1998, all Vermont Lottery profits have been directed to the Education Fund. Proceeds help support school programs, classroom resources, and educational initiatives across the state. Retailers also benefit from commissions and bonuses on ticket sales.
Are Vermont Lottery rules different if you play online?
You are unable to play the Vermont Lottery online, so the rules will not differ. Players can only purchase tickets from a licensed retailer, or for some games by subscription through a Vermont mailing address. All players must be 18 years or older to purchase a ticket and participate in any lottery games.
How long does it take to receive your prize if you win the Vermont Lottery?
For all winning tickets, players must sign the back as directed. All lottery prizes can be claimed via the Vermont Lottery Headquarters or as follows: Lottery prizes less than $499 from any authorized Vermont Lottery Agent; Prizes $500-$5000 from any People’s United Bank located in Vermont; Prizes above $5000 must be claimed from Vermont Lottery Headquarters, Berlin, VT.
References
- IRS Gambling Winnings and Tax Information
- Vermont Statutes Lottery Law
- Title 31: Lottery (Chapter 23)
