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Colorado Lottery

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Current guide to Colorado (CO) lottery results, game schedules, odds, and prize-claim rules.

  • Live results and jackpot amounts updated after every draw
  • Complete claiming, tax, and anonymity guides for Colorado
  • Odds breakdowns and analysis tools for every game

Latest Colorado Lottery Results & Winning Numbers

View the most recent winning numbers, prizes, and jackpots for all Colorado lottery games.

Pick 3 Midday

Mar 19, 2026
Top Prize$500
7
1
4

Pick 3 Evening

Mar 19, 2026
Top Prize$500
8
2
5

Cash 5

Mar 19, 2026
Top Prize$20K
2
7
14
20
27

Lotto+

Mar 18, 2026
Est. Jackpot$2.80M
10
14
24
29
32
38
Plus
8
9
12
17
24
27

Source: Official Colorado Lottery. Results verified after each drawing.

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State Lottery Information

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.

What matters most

  • Founded in 1983.
  • Players must be 18 or older.
  • Scratch tickets are available.
  • The Colorado Lottery does not offer direct online ticket purchase.
More state details
  • Lottery profits support Great Outdoors Colorado, the Conservation Trust Fund, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and spillover support for the BEST fund.
  • A licensed courier service (Jackpot.com) allows online ordering of official tickets.
Where 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.

Colorado Lottery Overview

Established
1983
Minimum age
18+
Official online play
Not offered
Draw games
3
Retail locations
3,000+
Scratchers
Available

This page covers buying rules, results verification, privacy guidance, claim procedures, and tax planning for Colorado players.

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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 lottery retailers. Phone, mail, and direct internet purchases are not part of the standard Arizona ticket-buying flow.

  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.

Colorado ticket purchase rules

Where to buy
Authorized retailers statewide, including 3,000+ locations.
Payment policy
Payment methods vary by retailer and location.
Sunday sales
Sunday sales depend on the game and retailer schedule.
Typical 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
Official tools

Colorado Lottery is best for ticket scanning, results, and retailer lookup.

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Check Your Tickets

Check Colorado Lottery Results Instantly

Find the latest winning numbers in the results table above, or use our ticket checker to see if you've won. Results are updated shortly after drawings are posted on the official website.

Verification guide

How to verify a ticket

Use our ticket checker

Start here for a quick self-check. Compare the latest Colorado winning numbers and test a ticket without leaving the page.

Use official lottery tools

Use Colorado Lottery or the official website for scans, posted numbers, claim instructions, and final confirmation.

Verify at a retailer

An authorized Colorado retailer can scan your ticket on an official terminal before you begin a claim.

Before you claim a possible winner

Always confirm a winning ticket with an authorized retailer or the official Colorado lottery before you begin a prize claim. Published results help you check numbers quickly, but the official lottery remains the final authority.

Ticket Checker

Quick Ticket Checker

Official Colorado verification resources

Official website

Posted numbers, claim forms, game notices, and official instructions.

Colorado Lottery

Scan tickets, check results, and access official account or retailer tools on mobile.

Retailer terminal

Use an authorized retailer for an in-store terminal scan before claiming a prize.

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.

Before you claim

Protect your privacy before you claim

Protect your identity

  • Sign the back of the ticket promptly and store it securely before you claim.
  • Plan for public disclosure of winner details, including name information, hometown or city of residence, and prize amount.
  • If you want less public exposure, you can decline the winner photo.

Decisions to make before claiming

  • Whether you want to elect any confidentiality option available for the prize amount.
  • Whether legal, tax, or appointment planning should happen before you submit claim paperwork.
  • Which prize details may still be disclosed even if your name stays confidential.
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.

Prize threshold ladder

Start here. Your prize amount determines where the claim begins and whether mail handling is possible.

180 days to claim in most cases

Retailer claim

Claim at an authorized lottery retailer.

Authorized retailer

Fastest route for smaller prizes

$599 or less

Office claim

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

Lottery office or mail

Mail claims may be available

$600+
Claim process

How to complete the claim

01

Sign the ticket

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

02

Confirm the winner

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

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.

04

Prepare documents

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

Claim deadline

Most prizes must be claimed within 180 days. Once that deadline passes, the ticket is no longer valid for payment.

Required documents

  • Signed winning lottery ticket
  • Valid government-issued photo ID
  • Completed Colorado Lottery Prize Claim Form for mailed claims of $600 or more

What happens to unclaimed prizes?

Unclaimed prizes are forfeited if they are not received within the 180-day claim period.

Tax Planning

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 section to understand what gets withheld, how payout choice affects taxes, and when to use the calculator for a personalized estimate.

What gets withheld

The IRS generally withholds 24% on prizes above $5,000. Colorado also applies a 4.40% state rate where required.

Why withholding is not the final bill

Withholding is only an initial payment toward your eventual tax liability. Your total income, filing situation, and local rules can all push the real outcome higher or lower.

How taxes change your take-home pay

  • Federal withholding is just the starting point, so final tax owed can still change after you file.
  • Lump sum and annuity choices can lead to very different annual tax planning decisions.
  • Large wins can change your bracket, affect estimated payments, and make professional advice more valuable.
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Estimate Your Take-Home

When you want a personalized estimate, use the calculator to compare lump sum and annuity outcomes with federal, state, and local tax detail where applicable.

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Explore Hot & Cold Number Trends for Colorado

Go deeper once you have checked the basics. See which numbers are appearing most frequently, which ones are running cold, and how recent draw history looks across Colorado games.

Hot numbers appearing most frequently
Cold numbers that are overdue
Complete frequency statistics

Number Analysis Preview

Hot Numbers
Most frequent
14
28
37
+7
Cold Numbers
Overdue
3
19
45
+7
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Multi-State Games Available in Colorado

Colorado participates in Powerball, Mega Millions, and other nationwide lottery games with jackpots reaching hundreds of millions of dollars. These games combine ticket sales from multiple states to create massive prize pools.

Powerball & Mega Millions access
Massive jackpots from combined pools
Complete results & analysis tools

Popular nationwide games

Powerball
Drawn Mon, Wed, Sat

Pick 5 numbers from 1-69 and 1 Powerball from 1-26 for jackpots that start at $20 million.

Mega Millions
Drawn Tue, Fri

Pick 5 numbers from 1-70 and 1 Mega Ball from 1-24 for jackpots that start at $50 million.

State-Matched Support

Relevant next steps for Colorado lottery users

These links stay focused on the same state intent, so the main lottery sections remain easy to follow.

FAQs

Common Questions About Colorado Lottery

Answers to common questions about Colorado lottery results, tools, and procedures, with Lottery Valley guidance and official source 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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