To celebrate 20 years of holiday tradition, we’re counting down 20 reasons why Raffle is the GOAT.
20. The easiest game ever.
No numbers to pick. No decisions to make. Just ask for a Raffle ticket and boom — you’re in.
19. Every ticket is unique.
Each seven-digit number is one-of-a-kind. That’s your personal shot at millionaire status.
18. A million chances to win.
For the first time ever, there will be one million tickets available. Tickets are numbered 0000001 through 1,000,000. When they’re gone, they’re gone!
17. Sold (almost) everywhere.
With 3,000+ retailers across Minnesota, Raffle is never far from your next pit stop.
16. Ten bucks = big dreams.
$10 for a ticket, and maybe a million reasons to celebrate.
15. A once-a-year tradition.
Raffle only comes around once a year. This year, tickets drop October 21, 2025.
14. They sell out FAST.
Last year? Gone in 15 days. Don’t blink, or you’ll miss your shot.
13. Better odds than you think.
Two guaranteed millionaires. Odds of 1 in 500,000 to score $1 million, overall odds of 1 in 50 to win any cash prize — not too shabby.
12. Tons of prizes.
20,000 cash prizes from $50 to $1 million. That’s a lot of winning!
11. Proven millionaire maker.
37 Minnesotans have struck Raffle gold since 2005.
10. Load of wins beyond $1 million.
$100,000, $25,000, $20,000, $10,000 — the hits just keep coming.
9. A New Year’s tradition.
Winning numbers drop January 1. Who needs resolutions when you’ve got results?
8. Hang on to that ticket.
Find a safe spot. Junk drawer – not a great idea.
7. Check your ticket bright and early.
Winning numbers post at 5:00 a.m. on January 1 at mnlottery.com and on the MN Lottery app.
6. Small prizes are simple.
Cash in $50, $100, $200 or $500 prizes right at your local retailer.
5. Mid-level wins are flexible.
Claim $10,000, $20,000 or $25,000 prizes by mail or at any Lottery office.
4. Big winners head to HQ.
$50,000, $100,000 and $1 million winners get the full VIP experience at Lottery HQ in Roseville.
3. Holiday gift gold.
Stuck on a gift idea? Raffle ticket. Stocking stuffer? Raffle ticket. Office party? You guessed it.
2. Every ticket gives back.
Roughly $4 from every ticket supports Minnesota’s environment and state programs.
1. It only takes one.
One ticket. One drawing. One unforgettable win. Why not you?
Still the GOAT After 20 Years 🐐
For 20 years, Raffle has been Minnesota’s ultimate holiday tradition – perfect to give, even better to get. With just one million tickets printed and two guaranteed million dollar prizes, it’s no wonder this game sells out faster than hot cocoa at a winter festival.
So grab your ticket, tuck it somewhere safe, and get ready to ring in the new year with a thrill that never gets old. Because after all these years, Raffle’s still the GOAT.
