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How to Play Megabucks
$2Monday, Wednesday, Saturday6 × [1–44]
Overview
Megabucks is Massachusetts’ flagship jackpot game: pick six numbers from 1–44 for $2. Matching all six wins the progressive jackpot; lower tiers pay fixed prizes. Official drawings are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 9:00 p.m. ET.
How to play — step by step
1. Select 6 numbers
Choose 6 numbers from 1 to 44, or mark Quick Pick and let the terminal choose.
2. Choose Quic Pic or your own six
Mark six numbers from 1–44 on a Megabucks slip, or ask for Quic Pic so the terminal picks them.
3. 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
| Megabucks | Draw Days | Draw Times |
|---|---|---|
| Megabucks | Monday, Wednesday, Saturday | 9:00 p.m. ET |
Prize table & odds
$2 per play. Pick 6 from 1–44. Jackpot is progressive; lower tiers are fixed cash prizes based on a $2 wager.
Overall odds of winning a prize: 1 in 39.3.
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 6 of 6 | Jackpot | 1 in 7,059,052 |
| 5 of 6 | $5,000 | 1 in 30,961 |
| 4 of 6 | $200 | 1 in 669 |
| 3 of 6 | $4 | 1 in 42 |
Source: https://www.masslottery.com/games/megabucks
Special features
Where to buy
Buy tickets at authorized Massachusetts State Lottery retailers. Review official rules and claim instructions at https://www.masslottery.com. Massachusetts withholds 5% state income tax on lottery prizes of $600 or greater. Draw times on this page are Eastern Time.
Responsible play tips
- Jackpot odds are 1 in 7,059,052. Overall odds are about 1 in 39.3.
- Confirm current jackpot and claim rules on masslottery.com before you buy.
- Set a budget — Megabucks is $2 per play.
Frequently asked questions
Choose six numbers from 1–44, or Quic Pic, for $2 at a Massachusetts Lottery retailer or online where available.
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Play responsibly
RaspaPro is decision support based on public data. Outcomes are random and never guaranteed. Always set a budget and play within your limits. Read our responsible play guide.