Pick 5
Latest draw · Saturday, July 4, 2026
How to play Pick 5
- 1 Choose 5 digits from 0 to 9 (repeats allowed) — or let the terminal Quick Pick them at random.
- 2 Pick which drawing(s) to enter — Pick 5 is drawn on Every day. You can usually play several draws in advance.
- 3 Pay for your ticket and keep it safe — you'll need the physical ticket to claim any prize.
- 4 After the draw, check your numbers here or with the prize table. Match enough numbers and you win!
The Louisiana Lottery is back with a new draw game that has become insanely popular just a few days after its launch. The game features a flashy jackpot of $50,000, for a $1 ticket price against the odds of 1 in 100,000. All you have to do is pick the right winning numbers, wager, and your favourite play type. To increase your chances of winning the Louisiana Lottery also provides you with Multi-draws and Replay along with daily drawings that ensure you grab a winning spot on the payouts table.
So, playing Louisiana Pick 5 is super easy, fun and of course high on the payouts structure. You have to simply select 5 duplicate or distinct numbers like 29687, 33367, 55500, 34444, or 11111 from a field of 0 to 9, one for each column, and mark it on your playslip. Or you can opt for the Quick Pick and let the terminal randomly generate your numbers. If your selected lottery numbers match the winning numbers according to the selected bet type you bag the winning prizes.
After selecting the numbers you wish to play, you need to select the play type and wager ranging from $0.50 to $1, including Straight, Box, Straight/Box, or, Pair which actually determines your winning amounts. The cost of your lottery ticket increases based on the number of drawings and bet type you choose to play. The draws for Louisiana Pick 5 are held seven days a week, which means you have multiple chances every week to bring home the jackpot.
Not limiting your options to win, the Louisiana Lottery also offers an option of “Replay”, wherein you can play the same lottery numbers, game options, and the number of drawings you opted for in the previously played ticket.
You need to hand over your completed playslip and payment to the retailer. In return, you will get a ticket for selected numbers and playtype(s). Your lottery ticket is your only receipt. Ensure to check the accuracy of the numbers and sign at the back of your ticket for authentication.
Play/Bet Types Of Louisiana Pick 5
- Straight: Your selected five digits must match all the digits drawn in the exact order to win a prize.
- Box: Your selected five digits must match all the digits drawn in any order to win a prize.
- Straight/Box: It combines a 50-cent Straight and a 50-cent Box in one play. You can win a prize for matching your selected five digits in exact order and/or in any order to those drawn.
- Front Pair/Back Pair: In this bet, your two digits must match the first two or last two digits drawn in exact order, depending upon the play type selected.
- Front Three/Back Three: Your selected three digits must match the first three or last three digits drawn in exact order, depending upon the play type selected.
- Front Four/Back Four: Your selected four digits must match the first four or last four digits drawn in exact order, depending upon the play type selected.
How to win
Match your numbers to the drawn numbers. Each tier below pays a prize — the more you match, the more you win.
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Straight | $50,000 | 1 in 100,000 |
| Front 4 in exact order | $5,000 | 1 in 10,000 |
| Back 4 in exact order | $5,000 | 1 in 10,000 |
| Box (60-way) | $800 | 1 in 1,666 |
| Front 3 in exact order | $500 | 1 in 1,000 |
| Back 3 in exact order | $500 | 1 in 1,000 |
| Front 2 in exact order | $50 | 1 in 100 |
| Back 2 in exact order | $50 | 1 in 100 |
Always confirm rules, odds and prizes with the official Louisiana lottery — they can change.