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Check Your Tickets! Illinois Powerball & Pick 3 Results for Aug 8
Illinois Lottery Results for August 8, 2026: Your Simple Guide to Winning Numbers & Next Steps
Published: August 8, 2026
Updated: August 9, 2026, 5:30 a.m. CT
What’s This All About?
Imagine you bought a ticket for a big game where numbers are picked randomly. If your numbers match the ones drawn, you win money! The Illinois Lottery runs several of these games. On August 8, 2026, they held drawings for five different games. Below, you’ll find the exact winning numbers for each one, plus everything you need to know if you’re a winner.
Winning Numbers from the August 8 Drawings
Here are the numbers that were picked for each game. Check your ticket carefully!
Powerball
- Winning Numbers:
05–09–35–54–63 - Powerball (Red Ball):
07 - Power Play Multiplier:
3(This multiplies non-jackpot prizes!) - Check Powerball payouts & past results
Pick-3 (Pick 3 Numbers)
- Midday Drawing:
1–2–2| Fireball:5 - Evening Drawing:
1–6–1| Fireball:6 - Check Pick-3 payouts & past results
Pick-4 (Pick 4 Numbers)
- Midday Drawing:
0–0–6–7| Fireball:2 - Evening Drawing:
6–2–7–3| Fireball:9 - Check Pick-4 payouts & past results
LuckyDay Lotto
- Midday Drawing:
03–13–28–29–31 - Evening Drawing:
01–03–04–08–31 - Check LuckyDay Lotto payouts & past results
Lotto (Illinois Lotto)
- Winning Numbers:
11–16–24–46–48–49 - Extra Shot:
18(Gives you an extra chance to win!) - Check Lotto payouts & past results
Important: Are You a Winner? Here’s How to Claim Your Prize
READ THIS CAREFULLY: The way you claim your money depends on how much you won. Follow the steps below for your prize level.
Step-by-Step Claiming Guide
| Prize Amount | How to Claim | Special Rules |
|---|---|---|
| Up to $600 | 1. Retailer (where you bought it) 2. Claim Center 3. By Mail 4. Online (e-Claim) |
Easiest option: Hand it to the retailer! |
| $601 to $10,000 | 1. Claim Center 2. By Mail 3. Online (e-Claim) |
Cannot claim at a regular retailer. |
| Over $10,000 | 1. Claim Center (Appointment required) 2. By Mail |
Must schedule an appointment for in-person. |
What You MUST Bring (Documentation)
Whether you go in person or mail it in, you need:
- The signed winning ticket (Sign the back immediately!)
- A valid Photo ID (Driver’s license, State ID, Passport)
- Proof of Social Security Number (Social Security card, W-2, or pay stub)
Mailing Address for Claims
Illinois Lottery Claims Department
P.O. Box 19080
Springfield, IL
When Can You Play? (Drawing Schedule)
Want to play for the next drawing? Here is when the balls drop (all times are Central Time):
| Game | Drawing Days | Drawing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Powerball | Mon, Wed, Sat | 9:59 PM |
| Mega Millions | Tue, Fri | 10:00 PM |
| Lucky Day Lotto (Midday) | Daily | 12:40 PM |
| Lucky Day Lotto (Evening) | Daily | 9:22 PM |
| Lotto | Mon, Thu, Sat | 9:22 PM |
| Pick 3 (Midday) | Daily | 12:40 PM |
| Pick 3 (Evening) | Daily | 9:22 PM |
| Pick 4 (Midday) | Daily | 12:40 PM |
| Pick 4 (Evening) | Daily | 9:22 PM |
Key Takeaways (Don’t Miss These!)
Sign Your Ticket Immediately! A ticket is like cash—whoever holds it can claim it. Sign the back the second you buy it.
Deadlines Matter! You usually have one year from the drawing date to claim your prize. Don’t wait!
Stay Safe. The Lottery will never call/email you asking for money to release a prize. If someone asks for a fee to get your winnings, it’s a scam.
Use e-Claim for Speed. For prizes up to $10,000, the online e-Claim system is often the fastest way to get paid.
Summary
On August 8, 2026, the Illinois Lottery drew winning numbers for Powerball, Pick-3, Pick-4, LuckyDay Lotto, and Lotto.
- Check your tickets against the numbers listed above.
- Prizes up to $600 can be cashed at any retailer.
- Prizes $601+ require a Claim Center, mail, or the online e-Claim system.
- Big winners ($10,000+) need an appointment at a Claim Center.
- Always bring Photo ID and SSN proof.
- Drawings happen almost daily—check the schedule above for your favorite game!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is a "Fireball" number in Pick-3 and Pick-4?
Think of the Fireball as a bonus number. It gives you extra ways to win! After the main numbers are drawn, one extra number (the Fireball) is drawn. You can use the Fireball to replace any one of the drawn numbers to create a winning combination. It costs a little extra to add Fireball to your ticket, but it boosts your chances.
2. What does "Power Play" mean in Powerball?
Power Play is an add-on you buy for $1 extra per play. Before the drawing, a multiplier (2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, or 10x) is picked. If you win a non-jackpot prize, your winnings are multiplied by that number! On Aug 8, the multiplier was 3x, so a $50 prize would become $150. Note: It does not multiply the Jackpot.
3. I lost my ticket. Can I still claim my prize with a photo of it or the numbers I played?
Unfortunately, no. The physical ticket is the only valid proof of ownership. It is a "bearer instrument," meaning whoever holds the signed ticket owns it. Always sign the back of your ticket immediately after buying it.
4. Do I have to go to Springfield to claim a big prize?
Not necessarily! While the mailing address is in Springfield, there are Claim Centers located throughout the state (often in Chicago, Des Plaines, Rockford, Springfield, and Fairview Heights). You must schedule an appointment for prizes over $10,000 at one of these centers.
5. Are lottery winnings taxed?
Yes. Both the Federal Government (IRS) and the State of Illinois consider lottery winnings taxable income.
- For prizes over $5,000, the Lottery is required to withhold 24% for Federal taxes and 4.95% for Illinois state taxes before they even give you the check.
- You may owe more (or get a refund) when you file your actual tax return next year. Consult a tax professional for big wins!
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