Daily 3 FAQS
Have you got questions about how to play Daily 3, the popular and longstanding Golden State game? We've compiled an in-depth FAQ page to help you quickly access all the answers you might need, so you can start playing today!
As the name suggests, Daily 3 draws take place every day. However, there are two draws: a Midday one held at approximately 1:00 PM PT and an Evening one held at approximately 6:30 PM PT.
You can enter Daily 3 by visiting an authorized lottery retailer. After asking for your ticket, you must pick three numbers between 0 and 9. You can also go for a Quick Pick ticket if you are not set on which numbers to choose. The Daily 3 game has several play types, and you can check them out on the How to Play page.
Draw entry closes at 1:00 PM PT for the Midday draw and 6:30 PM PT for the Evening draw.
You need to pay $1 for one Daily 3 entry.
Yes, the Advance Play option allows you to enter the same set of numbers for 1-7 or 14 consecutive draws.
If you play Straight/Box, your wager will be equally divided between the Straight and Box play styles. You win by either matching your three numbers in the exact order (Straight type) or by matching all three winning numbers in any order (Box type). If you play 1-2-3 and choose the Straight/Box play type and those numbers are the drawn ones, you will win a part of both wagers. If the Straight prize is $500, you will win $250. If the Box prize is $200, you will win $100. Therefore, the total amount of your prize would be $350.
The odds of winning a Daily 3 prize depend on the play type you choose. These can range from 1 in 1,000 to 1 in 167. Please check out the Odds and Prizes page for more information.
Depending on the amount you won, you can claim your winnings at an authorized California lottery retailer or by visiting a California Lottery District Office. Alternatively, you can also claim your prize by mail. Find out which option suits you best on the How to Claim page. Winnings must be claimed within 180 days from the draw date.