How to Play DC 3
Overview
DC 3 is a three-digit numbers game from the Office of Lottery and Gaming. Pick three digits from 0–9. A $1 Straight play pays $500. Drawings are daily at 1:50 p.m., 7:50 p.m., and 11:30 p.m. ET.
How to play — step by step
1. Select 3 numbers
Choose 3 numbers from 0 to 9, or mark Quick Pick and let the terminal choose.
2. Choose a play type
Straight must match in exact order. Box wins on any order. Straight/Box combines both on one ticket.
3. Choose how many drawings
Pay $0.50 per play (add-ons cost extra). Tell the retailer how many consecutive drawings you want, or mark Advance Play on the slip.
Draw schedule
| DC 3 | Draw Days | Draw Times |
|---|---|---|
| DC 3 Midday | Daily | 1:50 p.m. ET |
| DC 3 Evening | Daily | 7:50 p.m. ET |
| DC 3 Night | Daily | 11:30 p.m. ET |
Prize table & odds
Prizes shown for a 50¢ and $1 Straight bet. Box and Straight/Box combinations cover repeated or mixed digits. Three drawings daily (1:50 p.m., 7:50 p.m., 11:30 p.m. ET).
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Straight ($1)Straight | $500 | 1 in 1,000 |
| Straight (50¢)Straight | $250 | 1 in 1,000 |
| Box, 3-way ($1)Box | $160 | 1 in 333.33 |
| Box, 6-way ($1)Box | $80 | 1 in 166.67 |
Source: https://dclottery.com/games/dc-3
Where to buy
Buy tickets at authorized Office of Lottery and Gaming retailers. Review official rules and claim instructions at https://dclottery.com. District of Columbia withholds 8.5% District income tax on lottery prizes over $5,000. Draw times on this page are Eastern Time.
Responsible play tips
- A $1 Straight play pays $500 (1 in 1,000). A 50¢ Straight play pays $250.
- Three drawings a day make it easy to overspend. Decide the draws before you buy.
- District of Columbia withholds 8.5% District income tax on lottery prizes over $5,000.
Frequently asked questions
Pick three digits from 0–9 and a play type (Straight, Box, or Straight/Box) for 50¢ or $1.
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Play responsibly
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