How to Play DC 4
Overview
DC 4 is a four-digit numbers game. Pick four digits from 0–9. A $1 Straight play pays $5,000. 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 4 numbers
Choose 4 numbers from 0 to 9, or mark Quick Pick and let the terminal choose.
2. Choose a play type
Straight matches in order. Box and combination plays cover repeated or mixed digits.
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 4 | Draw Days | Draw Times |
|---|---|---|
| DC 4 Midday | Daily | 1:50 p.m. ET |
| DC 4 Evening | Daily | 7:50 p.m. ET |
| DC 4 Night | Daily | 11:30 p.m. ET |
Prize table & odds
Four-digit numbers game. Straight, Box, and combination plays scale with the wager. Same three daily drawings as DC 3.
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Straight ($1)Straight | $5,000 | 1 in 10,000 |
| Straight (50¢)Straight | $2,500 | 1 in 10,000 |
Source: https://dclottery.com/games/dc-4
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 $5,000 (1 in 10,000).
- Combination plays cost more because they cover every order.
- Confirm the play type on the ticket before you leave the retailer.
Frequently asked questions
Pick four digits from 0–9 and a play type for 50¢ or $1 per Straight play.
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Play responsibly
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