Illinois Pick 4 FAQs
If you have any questions, we have answers! Check out our FAQ page for everything you need to know about Illinois Pick 4, including how to play, claim prizes, and more.
What is IL Pick 4 plus Fireball?
Pick 4 is a popular lottery game played across multiple states. This is the Illinois variant with some exciting additional features - like the Fireball! Pick four numbers from 0 to 9 and you can win prizes depending on how you match the winning results.
When do IL Pick 4 draws take place?
IL Pick 4 is drawn twice daily: the midday draw at 12:40pm and the evening draw at 9:22pm.
When is the deadline to purchase tickets?
The deadline to purchase a ticket for IL Pick 4 is 12:35pm for the midday draw, and at 9:15pm for the evening draw.
How many play styles are there?
There are five play styles to choose from: Straight, Box, Straight/Box, Combination, and Pairs. Each play style will have different odds of winning prizes, we recommend visiting our
Ways to Play page for more details.
What is the Fireball option?
The Fireball option is an exciting add-on that gives you an extra chance to win in Pick 4! This extra number is drawn alongside the four main numbers, and you can use it to replace any of your chosen numbers. If your original numbers don�t win, the Fireball could still turn your ticket into a winner. And if your main numbers do win, the Fireball gives you the chance to score even more prizes!
How much will your ticket cost?
Tickets are priced from $0.50 and from $1.00, up to $5.00. Your wager amount is up to you, but remember that any prize for $1 bets will be double as much as the prizes for $0.50 bets.
How much can I win?
The top prize for a $0.50 ticket is $2,500 and the jackpot for a $1.00 ticket is $5,000!
How many draws can you enter?
You are able to enter up to eight consecutive draws in advance with one purchase option.
What are the odds of winning a prize?
Your odds of winning the $5,000 top prize are 1 in 10,000, while the odds of winning the smallest prize are 1 in 104. For more information and tier breakdowns, visit our
Odds and Prizes page.
How old do I have to be to play Pick 4?
You must be 18 or over to be able to play IL Pick 4, this age limit also applies to other lottery games in IL.
How do I claim my winnings?
If win a prize under $600, you can claim you prize at most lottery retailers. If you play online, the money will be added to your online account wallet automatically. Any prizes that you win above $600, you'll need to schedule an appointment with a Customer Service Center, complete an e-Claim, or you can mail the ticket to:
Illinois Lottery Claims Department
P.O. Box 19080
Springfield, IL 62794-9912
How long do I have to claim a prize?
In Illinois, to claim your winnings you must do so within one year of the draw date.
