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Check the latest Colorado Lottery results and winning numbers, see upcoming draw times, review how to buy and claim tickets, and confirm results with official sources.

  • Latest results, jackpots, and next draw times stay together in one state hub for fast result checking.
  • Official verification, claim guidance, and privacy rules use state-specific lottery information.
  • Buying guidance helps you understand where to get tickets and what to know before you play.
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Colorado results, claims, and privacy guidance

Latest Colorado Lottery Results & Winning Numbers

Check the latest posted Colorado Lottery winning numbers, prizes, and jackpots in one table before you move to official confirmation.

This table shows the newest posted winning numbers for supported Colorado draw games. Results update shortly after official drawings are confirmed.

Pick 3 Midday

Apr 11, 2026
Top Prize$500
7
4
1
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Pick 3 Evening

Apr 11, 2026
Top Prize$500
5
3
2
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Cash 5

Apr 11, 2026
Top Prize$20K
9
17
21
27
30
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Lotto+

Apr 11, 2026
Est. Jackpot$1.50M
4
10
13
23
34
35
Plus
10
20
23
26
34
35
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State Overview

What should players know about the Colorado Lottery at a glance?

The Colorado Lottery, founded in 1983, requires players to be 18+. Scratch tickets and draw games sold through retailers. No direct online ticket purchases from the Lottery, but a licensed courier service (Jackpot.com) is available for online ordering. Proceeds support Great Outdoors Colorado, Conservation Trust Fund, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and spillover to BEST fund.

Founded in 1983.
Players must be 18 or older.
Scratch tickets are available.
The Colorado Lottery does not offer direct online ticket purchase.
Where lottery proceeds go

Colorado Lottery profits are distributed to Great Outdoors Colorado, the Conservation Trust Fund, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife, with spillover funds from Great Outdoors Colorado going to the Building Excellent Schools Today fund.

Results Guide

How to check the latest Colorado Lottery results

Use this page to check the newest posted Colorado Lottery winning numbers. For a separate number-comparison tool, see the Colorado Lottery Ticket Checker . Always verify any possible winner with the official Colorado Lottery website, official app, or an authorized retailer terminal.

Lottery Valley is an independent lottery results platform covering U.S. state and multi-state games.

Lottery Valley is not an official lottery operator. Always verify a prize with the official lottery source before claiming.

  1. 01

    Check the latest Colorado winning numbers here

    Use the latest results table on this page to review the newest posted winning numbers for Colorado draw games.

  2. 02

    Verify any possible winner with the official source

    Confirm any possible winning ticket with the official Colorado Lottery website, official app, or an authorized retailer terminal.

  3. 03

    Use the other pages for schedules, archives, and game details

    Use the games, calendar, claim, or past-results pages below for schedules, archives, and game-specific detail after checking the latest numbers.

Games Snapshot

Colorado lottery games and draw schedule overview

See which lottery games are available in Colorado, check basic draw days and next drawing timing, and use this summary to choose the right next route. Use the full games page for deeper comparisons and the calendar for the complete schedule and cutoff detail.

Cash 5
Next draw Sun, Apr 12, 9:35 PM
$20K
Daily
Sun, Apr 12, 9:35 PM
Open game
Lotto+
Next draw Mon, Apr 13, 9:35 PM
$1.60M
Monday, Saturday, Wednesday
Mon, Apr 13, 9:35 PM
Open game
Pick 3
Next draw Sun, Apr 12, 9:30 PM
$500
Daily
Sun, Apr 12, 9:30 PM
Open game

This overview keeps game discovery and basic schedule context in one place. Use the full games hub for deeper rules and comparisons, and the calendar for full draw schedules and cutoff timing.

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Purchase Guide

How do you buy lottery tickets in Colorado stores?

Purchase at licensed Colorado Lottery retailers by requesting a Quick Pick or submitting a playslip. Credit cards are not accepted. Some retailers may accept debit cards (varies by retailer). Entry close times vary by game (typically around 7:30 p.m. for evening draws; midday for Pick 3 around 1:30 p.m.; nightly sales suspend at 11:59 p.m.).

Purchase steps

How to buy

  1. 01

    Choose an authorized retailer

    Buy tickets only from licensed Colorado lottery retailers. Phone, mail, and direct internet purchases are not part of the standard in-person ticket-buying flow unless the official lottery explicitly offers them.

  2. 02

    Use the retailer’s accepted payment method

    Payment methods vary by retailer and location. Some stores may accept cards, while others limit lottery purchases to cash or debit only.

  3. 03

    Buy before the game-specific cutoff

    Usually around 7:30 p.m. for evening draw breaks; Pick 3 also has a midday draw break around 1:30 p.m.; sales suspend nightly at 11:59 p.m, with exact cutoff times still set by the specific game and drawing.

Know before you buy
  • Check the schedule for the specific game you want to play. Not every game uses the same cutoff time.
  • Keep the ticket flat and readable, and sign it after purchase if you want to protect ownership before claiming.
  • Use official lottery digital tools for results, ticket scanning, and retailer lookup, not for purchases unless the state lottery explicitly offers online play.
Privacy Rules

Can Colorado lottery winners remain anonymous, and can they claim through a trust or LLC?

No anonymity is available. The winner's first name, last initial, hometown, prize amount, and game played are public information under the Colorado Open Records Act. Winner photos are optional. Prizes cannot be claimed through a trust or LLC; individual claims only.

Privacy status

Winners Must Be Publicly Identified

Public disclosure

Colorado generally requires lottery winners to be publicly identified. Your name, city, and prize amount may be disclosed as part of public records or lottery announcements.

Claiming through a trust or LLC

Not allowed
Colorado does not recognize trusts, partnerships, or corporations as winners of lottery prizes. One person must be designated as the prize recipient and sign the ticket. After an individual claims, they may choose to set up a trust or other entity separately.
Detailed disclosure rules

Colorado lottery winners cannot stay anonymous. Colorado Lottery claim materials and game rules state that a winner's name, city of residence, and prize amount are public information, and the lottery's winner guidance says it releases the winner's first name, last initial, hometown, amount won, and game played. Winner photos are optional. Colorado does not recognize trusts, partnerships, or corporations as winners of lottery prizes. One person is designated as the prize recipient and must sign the winning ticket. After claiming, that person may choose to set up a trust, partnership, or corporation separately.

Prize Claiming

How do you claim Colorado Lottery prizes, how long do you have, and what happens if a prize goes unclaimed?

Colorado Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days (draw games from drawing date; Scratch tickets from announced game end). Prizes of $599 or less may be claimed at a participating retailer (at retailer's discretion) or by mail with signed ticket. Prizes of $600 or more can be claimed online (individuals only: submit request form with ticket photos for verification), by mail with completed Prize Claim Form and signed ticket, or in person at a claims center with winning ticket and valid government-issued photo ID.

Claim route by prize amount

Start with the prize amount

The prize tier decides where the claim starts, whether mail handling is possible, and when the lottery office needs to take over.

180 days to claim in most cases
$599 or less
Retailer claim
Authorized retailer

Claim at an authorized lottery retailer.

Fastest route for smaller prizes

$600+
Office claim
Lottery office or mail

Prizes above the retailer limit are handled by the lottery or through mail claims.

Mail claims may be available

Claim process

How to complete the claim

  1. 01

    Sign the ticket

    Sign the back of the ticket as soon as possible so you can establish ownership before beginning the claim.

  2. 02

    Confirm the winner

    Check the numbers again using the official lottery tools or a retailer scan before you complete any claim paperwork.

  3. 03

    Match the prize to the claim method

    Use the prize threshold ladder below to decide whether the claim belongs at a retailer, by mail, or at a lottery office.

  4. 04

    Prepare documents

    Gather the signed ticket, identification, and any claim form or tax information required for the prize amount.

Tax Summary

What taxes apply to Colorado Lottery winnings, and how do they affect your take-home pay?

Federal withholding usually starts at 24% on larger prizes, and Colorado applies 4.40% state tax where required. Use this quick summary to understand the main tax layers before using the calculator for a personalized estimate.

Federal withholding

24%

The IRS generally withholds 24% on prizes above $5,000, but the final federal bill can still end up higher.

State treatment

4.40%

Colorado applies 4.40% where required.

Payout choice

2 paths

Lump sum and annuity elections can create very different after-tax outcomes before you ever look at the final payout.

What changes the final number most: withholding, state rules, local taxes where they exist, and whether you compare a lump sum against an annuity. The calculator handles those layers together.

Questions + Next Routes

Common Questions About Colorado Lottery

Answers to common questions about checking Colorado Lottery results, verifying tickets, and using the right Lottery Valley route before you move to official confirmation.

Where can you find past Colorado Lottery results?

You can find historical Colorado Lottery results through the Past Winning Numbers tools and game result pages for Colorado draw games. Archived results are available for games including Mega Millions and Lucky for Life, so you can look up more than just the latest drawing.

You can also use Colorado past results on Lottery Valley for historical drawings and result archives. For official confirmation, use the Colorado Lottery website.

What can the Colorado Lottery app do besides show results?

The Colorado Lottery app can scan Scratch and jackpot tickets, manage MyLottery features, enter eligible Bonus Draws, send alerts, and help you find nearby retailers. It also shows Scratch game details and lets users monitor Bonus Draw entries from their MyLottery account.

You can also use Colorado results and ticket tools on Lottery Valley for results, ticket-checking help, and related state tools. For official confirmation, use the Colorado Lottery website.

Are posted Colorado Lottery numbers enough to confirm that you won?

No, posted winning numbers help you compare your ticket, but the winning status of a ticket is determined by Lottery system validation. Because Colorado includes games with midday and evening drawings, make sure you match your ticket to the correct game and draw before treating posted numbers as your final answer.

You can also use Colorado Lottery guide on Lottery Valley for results, schedules, and state-specific lottery guidance. For official confirmation, use the Colorado Lottery website.

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Chance still decides outcomes

Predictions, generators, and strategy content do not guarantee winnings. Lottery outcomes remain chance-based.

Age, eligibility, and state rules vary

Eligibility, age limits, and online-play access vary by state and operator. Verify those rules before you act.

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