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Second Chance Drawings

NY Scratch-Off Second Chance Drawings

Many NY Lottery scratch-off games include a second chance drawing where you can enter non-winning tickets for a chance at additional prizes — including cash, experiences, and merchandise.

How does the NY Lottery Second Chance program work?

  1. Buy an eligible scratch-off ticket (look for "Second Chance" branding on the ticket back).
  2. If your ticket is not a top winner on the play area, do not throw it out.
  3. Create a free account at nylottery.ny.gov/players-club.
  4. Enter the unique code printed on the back of your scratch-off ticket.
  5. Each entry is a chance to win in periodic drawings.

What can you win in a NY Second Chance drawing?

Prizes vary by promotion but typically include:

  • Cash prizes — often $5,000 to $50,000 per drawing
  • Experiences — sports tickets, concert packages, dining experiences
  • Branded merchandise — for themed games (Wheel of Fortune, Monopoly, etc.)
  • Bonus drawing entries — multipliers on future drawings

Are NY Second Chance drawings worth entering?

Yes — they are pure positive expected value because the entry is free. You already paid for the ticket; the second chance entry is a no-cost lottery on top. The catch: you have to create an account, scan or type each ticket code, and enter within the promotion deadline.

Tip: bulk-enter losing tickets weekly rather than one at a time. Most players never bother, which means second-chance odds are dramatically better than the printed primary game odds.

Which games are eligible?

Most $5+ NY Lottery scratch-off games include a Second Chance drawing. Check the back of the ticket for the entry code and the player's club website for the current eligible-games list.

NY Lottery Second Chance is administered by the New York Gaming Commission. Visit nylottery.ny.gov for official rules.Data sourced from nylottery.ny.gov and NY Open Data. Independent, non-commercial project. Play responsibly — NY Problem Gambling · 1-877-8-HOPENY.