Ohio Pick 3 FAQs

Welcome to the Ohio Pick 3 FAQ! Got questions about how to play, when the drawings are, or what your chances of winning are? You've come to the right place. Find quick answers to common queries about Ohio's daily Pick 3 game right here. Let's get started!

Question: What is Pick 3?

Answer: Pick 3 is a daily Ohio Lottery game where you select three digits, each ranging from 0 to 9. You can choose various play types and wager amounts for a chance to win cash prizes.

Question: How do I play Pick 3?

Answer: You can play Pick 3 by visiting any authorized Ohio Lottery retailer. Simply select your three-digit number and choose your preferred play type and wager amount ($0.50 or $1.00). Visit our Ohio Pick 3 page for more info on the different play types.

Question: When are the Pick 3 drawings held?

Answer: There are two Pick 3 drawings daily: one at approximately 12:29 PM Eastern Time (Midday draw) and another at approximately 7:29 PM Eastern Time (Evening draw).

Question: What is the deadline for purchasing Pick 3 tickets?

Answer: Ticket sales for the Midday draw close at 12:25 PM Eastern Time, and sales for the Evening draw close at 7:25 PM Eastern Time.

Question: What are the different play types in Pick 3?

Answer: Pick 3 offers three play types: Straight, Box, and Back-up. Each play type has different odds and prize structures, which you can check on our Ohio Pick 3 Prizes page.

Question: What are the wager amounts for Pick 3?

Answer: You can choose to wager either $0.50 or $1.00 per play, unless you're making a Back-up play. In this case, only the $1 bet is available.

Question: How do I win in Pick 3?

Answer: The way you win depends on the play type you choose and whether your selected numbers match the winning numbers drawn in the exact order (Straight) or in any order (Box). Check the main Ohio Pick 3 page for a guide to the different win-conditions for each play type.

Question: What are the odds of winning Pick 3?

Answer: The odds of winning vary substantially depending on the play type and the wager amount. You can find the specific odds for each play type on the Ohio Pick 3 Prizes page.

Question: How do I claim a Pick 3 prize?

Answer: In Ohio, you must claim your prize within 180 days of the drawing date. The claim process depends on the prize amount. Please refer to the Ohio Lottery's official website for detailed prize claim instructions.