Utah Lottery
Utah has no state lottery — here's where residents can play Powerball and Mega Millions.
Does Utah Have a Lottery?
No. Utah is one of five U.S. states with no state-run lottery, so Powerball, Mega Millions, and scratch-off tickets are not sold within Utah. Residents typically cross into a neighboring state to play. You must be physically present in a participating state to buy a ticket and claim any prize there.
Other States
Utah does not run a state lottery, so Powerball and Mega Millions tickets are not sold within Utah. This page explains what that means for Utah residents and where they can legally play.
Utah is one of five U.S. states with no state-run lottery. Powerball and Mega Millions tickets are not sold in-state; residents typically cross into a neighboring state to play.
Does Utah Have a Lottery?
No. Utah is one of the five U.S. states — along with Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah — that do not operate a state lottery. As a result, no Powerball, Mega Millions, or scratch-off tickets are sold at retailers inside Utah.
Where Utah Residents Play
Utah residents who want to play Powerball or Mega Millions typically cross into a neighboring state that sells tickets. Anyone physically present in a participating state may buy a ticket and claim a prize there, regardless of where they live.
Powerball & Mega Millions Basics
Powerball is drawn Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET; Mega Millions is drawn Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM ET. The winning numbers are the same in every participating state.
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Utah Lottery — Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Utah have a state lottery?
- No. Utah is one of five U.S. states with no state-run lottery, so Powerball, Mega Millions, and scratch-off tickets are not sold inside Utah.
- Can Utah residents play Powerball?
- Yes. Utah residents can buy Powerball or Mega Millions tickets in any participating state and claim any prize there. You must be physically present in a participating state to purchase a ticket.
- When are Powerball and Mega Millions drawn?
- Powerball is drawn Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET. Mega Millions is drawn Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM ET. Winning numbers are identical in every participating state.