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Check the latest Delaware 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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Delaware results, claims, and privacy guidance

Latest Delaware Lottery Results & Winning Numbers

Check the latest posted Delaware 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 Delaware draw games. Results update shortly after official drawings are confirmed.

Play 3 Day

Apr 28, 2026
Top Prize$500
1
9
7

Play 3 Night

Apr 28, 2026
Top Prize$500
1
4
7

Play 4 Day

Apr 28, 2026
Top Prize$5K
1
7
5
3

Play 4 Night

Apr 28, 2026
Top Prize$5K
8
0
7
8

Play 5 Day

Apr 28, 2026
Top Prize$50K
3
7
3
4
4

Play 5 Night

Apr 28, 2026
Top Prize$50K
9
6
2
3
1

Multi-Win Lotto

Apr 28, 2026
Est. Jackpot$64K
10
13
17
26
28
31
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State Overview

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

Delaware Lottery (since 1974) sells draw games and scratchers at approximately 600 retailers. Players 18+. No online purchases. Winners can remain anonymous per state law.

Founded in 1974.
Players must be 18 or older.
Tickets sold through over 600 licensed retailers statewide.
Offers draw games (Play 3, Play 4, Play 5, Multi-Win Lotto) and scratch-off instant tickets.
Where lottery proceeds go

Delaware Lottery profits go to the state's general fund, supporting education, transportation, and other public services.

Results Guide

How to check the latest Delaware Lottery results

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

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

  1. 01

    Check the latest Delaware winning numbers here

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

  2. 02

    Verify any possible winner with the official source

    Confirm any possible winning ticket with the official Delaware 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

Delaware lottery games and draw schedule overview

See which lottery games are available in Delaware, 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.

Purchase Guide

How Do You Buy Delaware Lottery Tickets?

Purchase at licensed Delaware Lottery retailers. Cash is accepted statewide. Credit cards are not allowed. Debit cards may be accepted at some retailers (with PIN; varies by retailer). Entry close times vary by game.

Purchase steps

How to buy

  1. 01

    Choose an authorized retailer

    Buy tickets only from licensed Delaware 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

    Around 10:00 PM, with exact cutoff times varying by 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 Lottery Winners Stay Anonymous in Delaware?

Yes. Delaware allows full anonymity for all lottery winners (no publication of names, photos, or details without consent). Trusts or LLCs are allowed for claiming to enhance privacy (entity name public).

Privacy status

Winners Can Remain Anonymous

Full confidentiality

Delaware allows lottery winners to keep their identity private under the state's published lottery rules. Review the state-specific disclosure requirements before you claim.

Claiming through a trust or LLC

Allowed
Delaware allows lottery prizes to be claimed through a legally formed trust, LLC, or other entity. The entity name becomes the public claimant, while the individual's personal identity is not disclosed by the Lottery. Provide entity formation documents, EIN, and authorized signer ID. Individual must sign the ticket, but claim proceeds under the entity. Consult an attorney for setup and compliance.

Entity claiming needs to be planned before the claim starts. Work with counsel before signing or submitting the ticket if you intend to claim through an approved structure.

Detailed disclosure rules

Delaware allows full anonymity for lottery winners under state law. The Delaware Lottery does not publish winner names, photos, or other identifying information without consent. Winner privacy is official policy; no mandatory public disclosure applies. Claiming through a trust or LLC is permitted and can enhance privacy (entity name becomes the public claimant, while personal identity remains private).

Prize Claiming

How Do You Claim a Delaware Lottery Prize?

Prizes must be claimed within 365 days (draw games from draw date; Instant/Scratchers from game-end date). Prizes of $599 or less can be claimed at any retailer or by mail. Prizes up to $2,500 can be claimed at select Retailer Claim Centers. Prizes of $600 to $5,000 can be claimed at redemption centers or the Lottery Office (Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m.) with photo ID and Social Security card. Prizes of $5,001 or more must be claimed in person at the Delaware Lottery Office (Dover headquarters) any business day 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Mail allowed only for $599 or less.

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.

365 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 website 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 Delaware Lottery winnings, and how do they affect your take-home pay?

Federal withholding usually starts at 24% on larger prizes, and Delaware applies 0.00% 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

0.00%

Delaware applies 0.00% 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 Delaware Lottery

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

How do I check the latest Delaware Lottery results?

Use the latest results section on this page to check the newest posted Delaware Lottery winning numbers, then confirm any possible winner with the official Delaware Lottery website, official app, or an authorized retailer terminal.

Where can I verify Delaware Lottery winning numbers online?

Check the latest posted numbers on this page for a fast update, then use the official Delaware Lottery website or official app for final online verification.

What is the quickest way to check whether my Delaware ticket won?

Review the newest posted Delaware results here, then confirm the ticket with the official Delaware Lottery app, official website, or an authorized retailer terminal before you claim anything.

Where should I confirm a possible winning Delaware Lottery ticket?

Use the official Delaware Lottery website, official app, or an authorized retailer terminal for final confirmation before you begin any claim.

How many lottery games are available in Delaware?

Delaware currently shows 4 draw games in this hub, including both state-specific and multi-state options. Use the games snapshot and full games route when you want a deeper comparison.

Where can I buy lottery tickets in Delaware?

Buy Delaware lottery tickets from authorized retailers and check the draw-times snapshot or full calendar for game-specific cutoff guidance before you play.

How do I claim Delaware lottery winnings?

Use the claim section on this page to match your prize amount to the right claim route, then confirm the final instructions with the official Delaware lottery before submitting the ticket.

Can Delaware lottery winners stay anonymous?

Anonymity depends on Delaware's published winner-privacy rules. Use the anonymity section on this page for the broad answer, then confirm the exact rule that applies to your prize before claiming.

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