Lotto 47 is Michigan’s own twice-weekly lottery game. At just $1 per play, it remains one of the most affordable ways to chase a seven-figure prize in the state. This page explains how Lotto 47 works, when drawings take place, and what you can win. All facts below come straight from the Michigan Lottery’s official website and newsroom.
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How to Play
Choose six numbers from 1 to 47 at any Michigan Lottery retailer or online at MichiganLottery.com — our lottery number generator can pick a random line for you. Each play costs $1; Easy Pick available. Double Play add-on ($1): your numbers enter a second drawing for up to $1.5 million. EZMatch add-on ($1): instant chance to win up to $500 on your ticket. Online subscriptions available. Drawings every Wednesday and Saturday at 7:29 p.m.; ticket sales close at 7:08 p.m. on drawing days. Match all six to win the jackpot, starting at $1 million and growing until won.
Prizes and Odds
The prize tiers and odds below are published on the Michigan Lottery’s official Lotto 47 game page.
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 6 of 6 | Jackpot (starts at $1 million) | 1 in 10,737,573 |
| 5 of 6 | $2,500 | 1 in 43,649 |
| 4 of 6 | $100 | 1 in 873 |
| 3 of 6 | $5 | 1 in 50 |
Overall odds of winning: 1 in 47.
Double Play drawing (requires the $1 Double Play add-on):
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 6 of 6 | $1,500,000 | 1 in 10,737,573 |
| 5 of 6 | $5,000 | 1 in 43,649 |
| 4 of 6 | $200 | 1 in 873 |
| 3 of 6 | $10 | 1 in 50 |
The Double Play top prize of $1,500,000 can be taken as a cash option or annuity. Jackpot prizes are shared equally when there are multiple winners, and winners have 60 days from the claim date to choose the cash option or annuity — see our annuity vs lump sum guide for how the payout choice works. EZMatch instant-win prizes range from $2 to $500, with overall odds of 1 in 5.
Drawing Schedule
Lotto 47 drawings take place every Wednesday and Saturday at 7:29 p.m. Tickets are available at Michigan Lottery retailers or MichiganLottery.com until 7:08 p.m. on drawing days. Check official winning numbers on the Michigan Lottery website or app, or verify your ticket with our lottery ticket checker. Prefer the national games? See Powerball results and Mega Millions results. If you win, read our guide to how to claim lottery winnings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Michigan Lotto 47 ticket cost?
$1 per play. Double Play ($1) for up to $1.5 million in a second drawing; EZMatch ($1) for up to $500 instantly.
When are the Michigan Lotto 47 drawings held?
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 7:29 p.m. Sales close at 7:08 p.m. on drawing days.
How do you win the Michigan Lotto 47 jackpot?
Match all six numbers from 1 to 47. The jackpot starts at $1 million and grows until won; claimable as lump sum or annuity.
What is Lotto 47 Double Play?
A $1 add-on entering your numbers in a second drawing; top prize $1.5 million.
What is EZMatch on Michigan Lotto 47?
A $1 add-on printing instant-win numbers on your ticket; match any to your Lotto 47 numbers to win up to $500 instantly.