Georgia (GA) Georgia Five Midday Lotto
History and Overview
Georgia Five Midday is a popular daily draw game offered by the Georgia Lottery, allowing players to select numbers and win cash prizes during midday. Launched to complement the evening draw, this game provides players with multiple opportunities to win throughout the day, enhancing the excitement and engagement with the lottery.
How to Play
Playing Georgia Five Midday is straightforward, consisting of the following steps:
1. Choose Your Numbers:
- Players select 5 numbers from a range of 1 to 42.
- You can choose your own numbers or opt for a Quick Pick, where the lottery terminal randomly generates your numbers for you.
2. Wager Amount:
- A single Georgia Five ticket costs $1.
- Players may opt to purchase multiple sets of numbers, increasing their chances of winning.
3. Multi-Draw Option:
- Players can select the Multi-Draw option to enter the same numbers for up to 10 consecutive drawings.
Draw Times
Georgia Five Midday features a daily draw, providing players with frequent chances to win:
- Draw Days: Every day of the week.
- Draw Time: The draw occurs at 12:29 PM Eastern Time.
- Cut-off Time: Ticket sales close at 12:15 PM on draw days.
Prize Structure
The prize payouts for Georgia Five Midday depend on how many numbers are matched:
Prize Tiers:
- Jackpot: Match all 5 numbers to win the jackpot, which starts at $100,000 and can increase if there are no jackpot winners.
- Match 4 Numbers: Win a fixed prize (typically around $1,500).
- Match 3 Numbers: Win a smaller fixed prize (usually around $50).
- Match 2 Numbers: Win a prize (around $5).
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning in Georgia Five Midday vary based on the number of matches:
- Jackpot (5 numbers): Approximately 1 in 1,906,884.
- Match 4: Approximately 1 in 8,900.
- Match 3: Approximately 1 in 292.
- Match 2: Approximately 1 in 16.
Claiming Prizes
Claiming prizes in Georgia Five Midday is simple:
- Small Prizes (up to $599): Can be claimed at any Georgia Lottery retailer.
- Larger Prizes (over $600): Must be claimed at a Georgia Lottery district office or via mail with a completed claim form.
- Jackpot Prizes: Must be claimed at the Georgia Lottery headquarters.
Players have 180 days from the draw date to claim their prize.
Important Points
- Age Requirement: Players must be 18 years or older to purchase tickets and claim prizes.
- Cut-off Time: Tickets must be purchased by 12:15 PM on draw days.
- Taxation: Prizes over $5,000 are subject to federal withholding taxes as well as state taxes.
Conclusion
Georgia Five Midday offers a convenient and exciting lottery experience for players in Georgia, with daily draws and the potential for substantial cash prizes. Its simple format and multiple chances to win make it a favorite among lottery enthusiasts. Whether you aim for the jackpot or smaller tier prizes, Georgia Five Midday provides a fun way to engage with the lottery.
Georgia Lottery Time Schedule
| (GMT-5:00) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lottery | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
| Cash Pop Early Bird | 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| Cash 3 Midday | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM |
| Cash 4 Midday | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM |
| Georgia Five Midday | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM | 12:29 PM |
| Cash Pop Matinee | 1:00 PM | 1:00 PM | 1:00 PM | 1:00 PM | 1:00 PM | 1:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| Cash Pop Drive Time | 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| Cash 3 Evening | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM |
| Cash 4 Evening | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM |
| Georgia Five Evening | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM | 6:59 PM |
| Cash Pop Primetime | 8:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Jumbo Bucks Lotto | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | |||||
| Cash 3 Night | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM |
| Cash 4 Night | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM |
| Fantasy 5 | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM | 11:34 PM |
| Cash Pop Night Owl | 11:59 PM | 11:59 PM | 11:59 PM | 11:59 PM | 11:59 PM | 11:59 PM | 11:59 PM |