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

Latest Minnesota Lottery Results & Winning Numbers

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

Gopher 5

Apr 29, 2026
Est. Jackpot$100K
3
15
28
42
45

North 5

Apr 30, 2026
Est. Jackpot$25K
5
11
19
23
26

Pick 3

Apr 30, 2026
Top Prize$500
0
2
4
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State Overview

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

The Minnesota Lottery, established in 1989, offers draw games like Powerball, Mega Millions, Gopher 5, North 5, and Pick 3, along with scratch-offs. Proceeds support education, environment, and natural resources.

Approximately 3,000 retailers statewide.
No official online ticket sales; courier services available.
Minimum age to play: 18.
Anonymity for winners of prizes over $10,000.
Where lottery proceeds go

In accordance with the Minnesota Constitution, 40 percent of net lottery proceeds are dedicated to the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund. The remaining 60 percent is dedicated to the General Fund by statute. In addition, revenue from a 6.5% in-lieu-of-sales tax on lottery tickets is divided by statute between the General Fund, the Game and Fish Fund, and the Natural Resources Fund.

Results Guide

How to check the latest Minnesota Lottery results

Use this page to check the newest posted Minnesota Lottery winning numbers. For a separate number-comparison tool, see the Minnesota Lottery Ticket Checker . Always verify any possible winner with the official Minnesota 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 Minnesota winning numbers here

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

  2. 02

    Verify any possible winner with the official source

    Confirm any possible winning ticket with the official Minnesota 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

Minnesota lottery games and draw schedule overview

See which lottery games are available in Minnesota, 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.

This overview keeps game discovery and basic schedule context in one place. Use the full games hub for deeper rules and comparisons, and the calendar for full draw schedules and cutoff timing.

Purchase Guide

How Do You Buy Minnesota Lottery Tickets?

Lottery tickets can be purchased at more than 3,000 licensed retailers across Minnesota. Cash is always accepted, and debit cards may be accepted depending on the retailer because they function similarly to electronic checks. Credit cards are prohibited by state law for lottery purchases. Sales are permitted every day of the week, including Sundays, during retailer business hours.

Purchase steps

How to buy

  1. 01

    Choose an authorized retailer

    Buy tickets only from licensed Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

Minnesota allows winners of prizes over $10,000 to remain anonymous. The winner’s name and city are classified as private data unless the winner chooses to opt in to publicity.

Privacy status

Anonymity Depends on the Prize and Claim Rules

Conditional confidentiality

Minnesota does not apply one privacy rule to every winner. Confidentiality typically depends on the prize amount and the state's published lottery privacy rules. Permanent confidentiality may apply for prizes over $10,000.

How the privacy thresholds work

Permanent confidentiality

Prizes at or above this amount may qualify for permanent confidentiality under the published rules.

$10,000+

Claiming through a trust or LLC

Not allowed
Minnesota requires lottery prizes to be claimed by the individual winner. Trusts or LLCs cannot be used to claim anonymously, although attorneys or financial advisors may assist with the claim process.
Detailed disclosure rules

Minnesota allows anonymity for prizes over $10,000, classifying winner names and cities as private data unless you opt into publicity. However, you must claim as an individual; trusts or LLCs are not permitted, though an attorney can handle logistics. The state's policy generally provides strong privacy.

Prize Claiming

How Do You Claim a Minnesota Lottery Prize?

Minnesota Lottery prizes must be claimed within one year of the drawing date. Small prizes can be redeemed at retailers, mid-tier at regional offices or by mail, and large prizes at headquarters.

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 - $49,999
Office or mail claim
Lottery office or mail

Use a lottery office or mail claim.

Mail claims allowed for this tier

$50,000+
Headquarters claim
Lottery headquarters

Top-tier prizes may require headquarters handling or an appointment.

Large-prize procedures may be stricter

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 Minnesota Lottery winnings, and how do they affect your take-home pay?

Federal withholding usually starts at 24% on larger prizes, and Minnesota applies 9.85% 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

9.85%

Minnesota applies 9.85% 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 Minnesota Lottery

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

How do I check the latest Minnesota Lottery results?

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

Where can I verify Minnesota Lottery winning numbers online?

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

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

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

Where should I confirm a possible winning Minnesota Lottery ticket?

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

How many lottery games are available in Minnesota?

Minnesota currently shows 3 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 Minnesota?

Buy Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota lottery before submitting the ticket.

Can Minnesota lottery winners stay anonymous?

Anonymity depends on Minnesota'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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