Arkansas Pick 4 FAQs

There's a lot to know about this popular Pick 4 game, known as Cash 4 in Arkansas. Luckily, we've gathered all the most commonly asked questions and given detailed responses to each one. Click the questions below to reveal an answer and learn more.

What is AR Pick 4?
Pick 4 is a popular lottery game played in a total of 31 states. This page is for the Arkansas variation which follows similar rules to the other games. Each state has their own play styles and amounts you can wager.
When are the Arkansas Pick 4 draws?
There are two daily AR Pick 4 draws every Monday to Saturday. The Midday draw takes place at 12:59 PM and the Evening draw takes place at 6:59 PM.
When is the deadline to buy tickets?
The deadline to purchase tickets is 12:55 PM for the Midday draw and 6:59 PM for the Evening draw (four minutes before each respective draw takes place).
How to play AR Pick 4?
Start by picking four numbers between 0-9 and then decide on a play type and wager amount. A full game guide is detailed for you on our How to Play page.
What are the different play types?
There are four different play styles you can choose in AR Pick 4: Straight, Box, Straight/Box and Combo. To get these explained in full you can head to our Ways to Play page.
How much is a ticket?
A ticket for a single play is either $0.50 or $1 depending how much you wagered. You will have to pay more for a ticket if you do multiple plays, play a combo play or play in consecutive draws.
How much can I win?
There are several ways to win prizes in pick 4. You can win up to $5,000 with a $1 wager on a straight play. Look at the different prize payouts on our Odds and Prizes page.
How many draws can you enter?
You can play in up to 28 consecutive draws in an AR Pick 4 game for both the Midday and Evening. Play in 14 consecutive draws if you want to enter a specific one.
What are the odds of winning a prize?
There is a 1 in 10,000 chance of winning the top prize of $5,000. You have a 1in 417 chance of winning the smallest prize. View the odds of winning at each prize level on our Odds and Prizes page.
Can a number sell out?
A combination of numbers has a total payout limit per draw. When that limit is reached you can no longer choose those combinations of numbers. A lottery terminal will not allow an individual to place a sole wager that would place that number combination over the payout limit.
Where do I claim prizes?

If your winnings are worth $500 or less then you can claim your prize at any local Arkansas lottery retailer. Prizes over $500 must be claimed at the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Claim Center: 124 W. Capitol Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72201, 501-683-2000 or by mail along with a claim form at P.O. Box 3838 Little Rock, AR 72203.

How old do I have to be to play Pick 4?
You have to be at least 18 years old to play Pick 4 in Arkansas.
How long do I have to claim a prize?
You have 180 days from the draw to claim you prize in AR Pick 4.