Looking for the New York Lottery calendar for 2026? This guide helps you find scheduled drawing days, compare drawing times, check ticket sales cut-off times, and browse lottery dates using the calendar tool below.
New York Lottery games do not all follow the same schedule. Powerball, Mega Millions, New York LOTTO, Numbers, Win 4, Take 5, Pick 10, and Millionaire for Life have different drawing patterns. Some games have one drawing per day, while others have separate midday and evening drawings.
Use the interactive calendar to select a month, filter games, and review the scheduled drawing dates. All times shown are New York local time (Eastern Time). Because official schedules and ticket sales deadlines can change, verify the details with the New York Lottery before relying on a particular drawing time.
Calendar Lottery New York 2026
The calendar below is designed to help you find scheduled drawings without checking every game separately. Select a month, choose a lottery game, and review the dates that match your selection.
New York Lottery Calendar 2026
Browse scheduled drawing dates, game times, and ticket cut-off times.
Scheduled drawings
This is an independent schedule reference, not an official New York Lottery service. Dates are generated from recurring schedules and may not reflect special changes. Drawing and cut-off times must be verified with the official source. Times are New York local time (Eastern Time). Official draw game schedules · Official live drawings
The calendar is a schedule reference, not an official lottery results service. It does not predict winning numbers, calculate your chances of winning, or guarantee that a drawing will take place at an exact time. Always check the official game page for the latest information.
New York Lottery Drawing Schedule for 2026
The following table summarizes the regularly published drawing schedule for major New York Lottery draw games. These are recurring schedules, not a guarantee that every drawing will occur without changes throughout the year.
| Lottery game | Regular drawing days | Published drawing time | Typical ticket sales cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powerball | Monday, Wednesday, Saturday | 10:59 p.m. | 10:00 p.m. |
| Mega Millions | Tuesday and Friday | 11:00 p.m. | 10:00 p.m. |
| New York LOTTO | Wednesday and Saturday | 8:15 p.m. | 8:00 p.m. |
| Numbers Midday | Daily | 2:30 p.m. | 2:15 p.m. |
| Numbers Evening | Daily | 10:30 p.m. | 10:20 p.m. |
| Win 4 Midday | Daily | 2:30 p.m. | 2:15 p.m. |
| Win 4 Evening | Daily | 10:30 p.m. | 10:20 p.m. |
| Take 5 Midday | Daily | 2:30 p.m. | 2:15 p.m. |
| Take 5 Evening | Daily | 10:30 p.m. | 10:20 p.m. |
| Pick 10 | Daily | 8:30 p.m. | 8:00 p.m. |
| Millionaire for Life | Daily | 11:15 p.m. | 10:15 p.m. |
| Quick Draw | Frequent drawings throughout the day | Generally every four minutes | Check the game or retailer for the applicable sales deadline |
Schedule source: Official New York Lottery Draw Games and Watch Drawings.
The schedule is provided for planning purposes. Confirm current game details and applicable deadlines on the official website, especially before a drawing or when a game has recently changed.
Important note about Cash4Life
Cash4Life’s final drawing took place on February 21, 2026. Millionaire for Life is the relevant replacement game to look for in the current schedule. Older lottery calendars and articles may still list Cash4Life as an active game, so check publication and update dates before relying on older information.
How to Use the 2026 New York Lottery Calendar
The calendar is intended to make routine schedule checking simpler.
- Choose a month. Select any month in 2026 to see the dates in that period.
- Filter by game. Choose a specific game to focus on its scheduled drawings.
- Check the drawing date. Review the dates that match the selected game’s regular schedule.
- Review the time. The listed times use New York local time, not Bangladesh time or another international time zone.
- Confirm the cut-off. Check the official game page for the latest ticket sales deadline.
- Print the schedule if needed. Use the calendar’s print option to save a convenient paper reference or print to PDF through your browser.
A calendar is most useful when you check it before the day of a drawing rather than assuming an old schedule is still valid.
What Time Are New York Lottery Drawings?
Drawing times depend on the game. For example, the official schedule lists New York LOTTO drawings for Wednesday and Saturday evenings, while Numbers, Win 4, and Take 5 have both midday and evening drawings.
Powerball and Mega Millions also have different weekly schedules. That is why a single reminder for every game would not be reliable.
New York time zone: EST versus EDT
New York observes Eastern Time. Depending on the date, local time may be Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5) or Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4).
For a calendar covering the entire year, Eastern Time (ET) is the clearest general label. Using EST for every date can cause confusion during daylight saving time.
If you live outside New York, remember that the time shown in this calendar is local to New York. Convert it to your own time zone before setting a reminder. The official New York Lottery website should remain the final reference for any schedule change.
What Is the Difference Between Drawing Time and Ticket Cut-Off Time?
The drawing time is when the lottery drawing is scheduled to occur. The ticket sales cut-off is the deadline after which a ticket may no longer be accepted for that particular drawing.
These are not the same time.
For example, the published New York LOTTO schedule lists an 8:15 p.m. drawing and an 8:00 p.m. cut-off. That does not mean you should wait until 8:00 p.m. to buy a ticket: retailer processing, location-specific availability, or an official schedule change may affect what is possible.
A safer approach is to check the current cut-off in advance and leave enough time to complete your purchase. Do not rely on a third-party calendar alone when a deadline matters.
Which New York Lottery Games Have Daily Drawings?
Several New York Lottery games have drawings every day, although their times and formats differ.
- Numbers: Separate midday and evening drawings.
- Win 4: Separate midday and evening drawings.
- Take 5: Separate midday and evening drawings.
- Pick 10: A daily drawing.
- Millionaire for Life: A daily drawing.
- Quick Draw: Frequent drawings throughout the day.
By comparison, Powerball, Mega Millions, and New York LOTTO follow specific weekly drawing schedules.
Quick Draw deserves special attention. Because drawings occur frequently, adding every single drawing to a monthly calendar would make the display difficult to use. This calendar focuses on scheduled dates for regular draw games; for Quick Draw, check the official game information for the current availability and drawing details.
How to Check Official New York Lottery Results
A drawing schedule tells you when a drawing is expected to occur. It does not tell you which numbers were drawn or whether a ticket won.
For official results, use the New York Lottery’s results pages:
After a drawing, confirm the date, game, and numbers against the official source. A third-party website may publish results quickly, but an official source is the better place to verify them.
Keep your ticket safe and follow the official instructions for checking and claiming a prize. A calendar should not be treated as proof that a ticket is a winner.
Why Lottery Schedules Can Change
Published schedules are useful, but they should not be treated as immutable. A game may be updated, a new game may be introduced, a game may be discontinued, or an official notice may affect a particular drawing.
Older pages can also remain accessible after a game changes. Cash4Life is an example of why checking dates matters: a calendar that has not been updated since early 2026 may contain information about a game that is no longer drawing.
For the most reliable result:
- Check the date when a schedule page was last updated, if available.
- Verify a game-specific schedule on the official New York Lottery website.
- Check the official source again if the date falls near a holiday or a special announcement.
- Treat third-party calendars as convenient references, not authoritative confirmation.
This page should also be reviewed whenever official game schedules change. The calendar’s recurring dates are useful for planning, but they should never replace an official announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the New York Lottery calendar for all of 2026?
The calendar tool is designed to let you browse the months of January through December 2026. It displays dates generated from the listed recurring drawing schedules. Special changes and exceptions must be verified with the official lottery.
What time zone does the calendar use?
It uses New York local time, or Eastern Time. Depending on the date, that means EST or EDT. It does not automatically convert the schedule to the time zone where you live.
Are ticket cut-off times the same as drawing times?
No. The cut-off is the sales deadline, while the drawing time is when the drawing is scheduled. Always confirm the latest deadline for the specific game.
Can I use the calendar to check winning numbers?
No. The calendar is for scheduled dates and times. Visit the official New York Lottery website to check drawing results and ticket information.
Does Powerball draw every day in New York?
No. Its regular schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Check the official schedule for any changes affecting a particular date.
Does Mega Millions draw on the same days as Powerball?
No. Mega Millions is regularly scheduled for Tuesday and Friday, while Powerball has a different weekly schedule.
Is Cash4Life still on the 2026 New York Lottery schedule?
No. Its final drawing was on February 21, 2026. Check the current official schedule for active games, including Millionaire for Life.
Can I print the 2026 lottery calendar?
Yes. Use the calendar’s print button and select your browser’s print-to-PDF option if you want a digital copy. Printed copies can become outdated when the official schedule changes.
Does this calendar guarantee a drawing will happen on every listed date?
No. It shows dates based on regular recurring schedules. Official announcements and game-specific information take precedence over this calendar.
Where can I find the most accurate drawing information?
Start with the official New York Lottery Draw Games page. It provides game-specific information, drawing days, drawing times, cut-off times, and where to watch.
Final Thoughts
The New York Lottery Calendar 2026 is intended to make it easier to review scheduled drawing dates and compare the regular schedules of different games. Use the calendar filters to find a date or game, review the time in New York’s time zone, and confirm important details through the official lottery website.
A calendar can help you stay organized, but it cannot predict winning numbers or improve the odds of winning. Treat lottery play as entertainment, set a budget, and never spend money you cannot afford to lose.
Official reference: New York Lottery
Editorial note: This guide summarizes published schedule information and provides a calendar utility. It does not claim to be affiliated with or endorsed by the New York Lottery. Confirm current dates and deadlines on the official website before relying on them.
By Junaidul Islam
Last reviewed: October 14, 2026