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POWERBALL® is undeniably one of the most recognized draw games across the US. In West Virginia, you can purchase your tickets at local retailers and online through the official West Virginia Lottery website or app. With three POWERBALL drawings weekly, you’ve got more chances to play and check your numbers. Here’s what you should know before buying your ticket.
When POWERBALL® draws happen
Drawings take place every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 11:00 PM ET. This means you have three shots weekly to match the randomly called winning numbers with those on your ticket. Remember to buy your ticket before the cut-off at 9:59 PM ET in West Virginia if you want to play.
The three-day schedule offers frequent chances to play. You can even enter multiple draws with the same numbers, but this will require some organization. Playing through the West Virginia Lottery’s online platform lets you buy these multi-draw entries ahead of time, and all tickets will be stored securely in your account.
What’s on your POWERBALL® ticket?
You’ll pick five numbers from one to 69 and one POWERBALL© number from one to 26 to play. Tickets cost $2 per play. You can add the Power Play option for another $1 to multiply non-jackpot prizes by up to 10x, depending on the draw.
If you’re not sure what numbers to pick manually, the Quick Pick feature is designed to help you out. It creates random selections with a single tap or click, no matter whether you’re playing in-store or online.
Prize breakdown
POWERBALL® offers nine different prize levels, from a few dollars for matching just the POWERBALL© number to the jackpot for matching all six numbers. Jackpots start at $20 million and grow with each draw that no one wins.
Playing online in West Virginia
You can now play POWERBALL® from your phone, tablet, or computer through the West Virginia Lottery’s official website and mobile app. To do this, sign up for an account, confirm your identity, deposit your funds, and choose POWERBALL® from the game menu.
Online play also offers options for multi-draw purchases and will soon roll out features like auto-renewals. You’ll receive automatic notifications and digital confirmations, so you won’t need to keep track of paper tickets or search for the results.
After the numbers are drawn
Once the draw finishes, winning numbers appear on the West Virginia Lottery website, mobile app, and at licensed retailers. Online, winnings will be funded directly into your Lottery account, and you’ll receive guidance on claiming any bigger prizes.
If you bought your ticket in-store, keep it safe and sign the back of it. For substantial winnings, you’ll need to follow the West Virginia Lottery’s claims process, which might include filling out a form and visiting a Lottery office.
Before you play
Having the option to play POWERBALL® thrice weekly gives you regular chances at one of America’s best-known draw games. By knowing the schedule, understanding prize tiers, and learning how to play online, you’ll be able to play responsibly and within your means.
Double-check your ticket before submitting and only play through official channels. Whether you join in on Monday, Wednesday, or Saturday, POWERBALL® lets you participate from anywhere in West Virginia where you’ve got stable internet access. What’s not to love?
POWERBALL® is undeniably one of the most recognized draw games across the US. In West Virginia, you can purchase your tickets at local retailers and online through the official West Virginia Lottery website or app. With three POWERBALL drawings weekly, you’ve got more chances to play and check your numbers. Here’s what you should know before buying your ticket.
When POWERBALL® draws happen
Drawings take place every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 11:00 PM ET. This means you have three shots weekly to match the randomly called winning numbers with those on your ticket. Remember to buy your ticket before the cut-off at 9:59 PM ET in West Virginia if you want to play.
The three-day schedule offers frequent chances to play. You can even enter multiple draws with the same numbers, but this will require some organization. Playing through the West Virginia Lottery’s online platform lets you buy these multi-draw entries ahead of time, and all tickets will be stored securely in your account.
What’s on your POWERBALL® ticket?
You’ll pick five numbers from one to 69 and one POWERBALL© number from one to 26 to play. Tickets cost $2 per play. You can add the Power Play option for another $1 to multiply non-jackpot prizes by up to 10x, depending on the draw.
If you’re not sure what numbers to pick manually, the Quick Pick feature is designed to help you out. It creates random selections with a single tap or click, no matter whether you’re playing in-store or online.
Prize breakdown
POWERBALL® offers nine different prize levels, from a few dollars for matching just the POWERBALL© number to the jackpot for matching all six numbers. Jackpots start at $20 million and grow with each draw that no one wins.
Playing online in West Virginia
You can now play POWERBALL® from your phone, tablet, or computer through the West Virginia Lottery’s official website and mobile app. To do this, sign up for an account, confirm your identity, deposit your funds, and choose POWERBALL® from the game menu.
Online play also offers options for multi-draw purchases and will soon roll out features like auto-renewals. You’ll receive automatic notifications and digital confirmations, so you won’t need to keep track of paper tickets or search for the results.
After the numbers are drawn
Once the draw finishes, winning numbers appear on the West Virginia Lottery website, mobile app, and at licensed retailers. Online, winnings will be funded directly into your Lottery account, and you’ll receive guidance on claiming any bigger prizes.
If you bought your ticket in-store, keep it safe and sign the back of it. For substantial winnings, you’ll need to follow the West Virginia Lottery’s claims process, which might include filling out a form and visiting a Lottery office.
Before you play
Having the option to play POWERBALL® thrice weekly gives you regular chances at one of America’s best-known draw games. By knowing the schedule, understanding prize tiers, and learning how to play online, you’ll be able to play responsibly and within your means.
Double-check your ticket before submitting and only play through official channels. Whether you join in on Monday, Wednesday, or Saturday, POWERBALL® lets you participate from anywhere in West Virginia where you’ve got stable internet access. What’s not to love?
