How to Play Daily Derby
Overview
Daily Derby is an official lottery draw game. Pick your numbers (or Quick Pick), pay the ticket price, and wait for the scheduled drawing. Matching more numbers generally wins a higher prize.
How to play — step by step
1. Select 3 numbers
Choose 3 numbers from 1 to 12, or mark Quick Pick and let the terminal choose.
2. Choose how many drawings
Pay $2 per play (add-ons cost extra). Tell the retailer how many consecutive drawings you want, or mark Advance Play on the slip.
Draw schedule
| Daily Derby | Draw Days | Draw Times |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Derby | Daily | 6:30 p.m. PT |
Prize table & odds
Pick 3 horses (1–12) in finishing order plus a race time. $2 per play. Grand Prize is trifecta plus race time. Other prizes are pari-mutuel.
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Trifecta & race time | Grand Prize (pari-mutuel) | 1 in 1,320,000 |
| Trifecta | Pari-mutuel | 1 in 1,321 |
| Exacta | Pari-mutuel | 1 in 147 |
| Win | Pari-mutuel | 1 in 13.2 |
| Race time only | Pari-mutuel | 1 in 1,001 |
Source: https://www.calottery.com/en/draw-games/daily-derby
Where to buy
Buy tickets at authorized California Lottery retailers. Review official rules and claim instructions at https://www.calottery.com. California does not tax California Lottery winnings. Draw times on this page are Eastern Time.
Responsible play tips
- Every combination has the same mathematical chance. Historical “hot” numbers do not change future odds.
- Set a budget before you play and treat tickets as entertainment, not income.
- Sign the back of your ticket and check the official lottery site if you are unsure how to claim.
Frequently asked questions
Mark your numbers on a play slip or ask for a Quick Pick, pay the ticket price, and keep the ticket until the drawing is official.
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Play responsibly
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