A bigger and better Cash 5 starts Sunday

November 2, 2018 Posted by NC Lottery at 3:58 PM

The day Cash 5 fans have been waiting for is almost here. Starting Sunday, Cash 5 is getting bigger and better.

Starting jackpots will double from $50,000 to $100,000. Plus, the jackpots will grow faster. Instead of increasing by $3,000 if they aren’t won, jackpots will now increase by at least $10,000.

The game will still cost $1 to play, but the range of numbers to choose from will move from 1-41 to 1-43. The odds of winning a Cash 5 jackpot will increase to 1 in 962,598. The overall odds of winning a prize will be 1 in 10.51.

Lower tier prizes will now be a set amount. If you match four numbers, you win $250. If you match three, you win $5; and if you match two, you win $1.

Cash 5 drawings are conducted nightly at 11:22 p.m.. You can buy tickets at any retail location or through Online Play.

We hope you enjoy the new version of the game, and don’t forget to spread the exciting news!

30 COMMENTS

11/12/2018 03:01 - Denver G.

Well so much for no ones gonna ever win with 2 more #s. Only 7 days into the new cash5 and the jackpot has been hit 3 times already. Could it be, people like the bigger jackpot of at least $100k that still only cost a buck?? Maybe more people are playing now instead of less.

11/06/2018 01:56 - Schmeka w.

Why do the cash 5 has to be split in South Carolina there jackpot are 100,000 nightly and if someone wins they don't split it they both will get 100,000 a piece just curiousNC Lottery
Hey Schmeka, Just like our other rolling jackpot games like Powerball or Mega Millions, the Cash 5 jackpot grows each day if it isn't won, and the jackpot is based off the prize pool. With games where the top prize remains the same each draw, that is where you would see each winner get their own top prize. Hope this helps!

11/06/2018 11:58 - Denver G.

No, you can't beat the system. But it didn't take long for 1 lucky winner to beat the odds for the NEW bigger cash5 that just started Sunday. Congrats to them. People will continue to play and continue to win. One good thing about the higher starting jackpot of $100k, if 2 players hit they will get at least $50k each........

11/05/2018 09:49 - Barbara N.

Sometimes I think the Big Computer can tell what numbers are being played and just keeps repeating the ones picked until more and more people play. I wish every one luck and I know I have to buy A ticket...using the same one over and over..Who knows maybe one day.NC Lottery
Hey Barbara, We have strict rules in place to ensure that every set of numbers, regardless of popularity or possible payout, has exactly the same chance of being drawn in every single drawing. All of our live drawings are attended by an independent auditor who verifies the results. We follow these practices to ensure fairness to all players. Good luck to you!

11/05/2018 03:35 - Schmeka w.

We all know we can't beat the system. You increase the numbers and the odds of winning.what a complete RIP OFF

11/05/2018 01:36 - David S.

As of 1:25pm the Scotchman in sneads ferry and the SPEEDWAY still don't have these slips. I even helped the manager look for them. I don't want a auto pick ticket. I have 3 sets of numbers that I use to play everyday until now. I just won't play them here anymore. Lottery loses another player.NC Lottery
Good morning David, Thanks for your patience while we worked with our team to get this resolved. We can confirm that both stores you mentioned have now received the new play slips.

11/05/2018 05:38 - Mike S.

My favorite retailer didn't have the new play slips yesterday either so I didn't play-NCEL your loss. The new C5 wasn't hatched just last week, it's been in the works for months so there is no reason that the play slips shouldn't have been distributed beforehand. NC Lottery
Hey Mike, We're sorry to hear about this. We have followed up with our team and they confirmed that new Cash 5 play slips were delivered well in advance of the new game start on Sunday. We have gone ahead and reminded retailers to make sure they have the new play slips stocked and to remove any of the old ones that remain. If you find a specific store that still does not have the updated play slip, please let us know and we’ll follow up with them. If this happens again, you can always use the terminal to generate a Quick Pick ticket without a play slip.

11/04/2018 11:07 - David S.

Sure not that it matters. All gas stations in snead ferry. SPEEDWAY, SCOTCHMAN, EXON, FOOD LION, BP. None of them have the slips. SPEEDWAY in Holly Ridge also didn't have the damn slips. Not that anyone around here ever wins anything. Now that I did your job you can pay me!!NC Lottery
Good morning David, We checked with our team and confirmed that new Cash 5 play slips were delivered to all stores before the new version of the Cash 5 game started on Sunday. We are sorry to hear that some old play slips remained in the stores longer than they should have, but they won’t be accepted by the lottery terminals if someone tries to use one. You can, however, use one of the terminals to generate a Quick Pick ticket without a play slip. We have reminded retailers in your area to make sure they have the new play slips stocked and discard the old ones. If you do find stores with an old play slip, please let the retailer know. If you let us know too, we’ll follow up immediately.

11/04/2018 07:39 - James J.

About done with NCEL cash 5 myself. I live on the Virginia border so I will spend my money on their Cash 5. Twice daily drawings and odds of winning top prize 1 in 280,000.

11/04/2018 04:09 - David S.

So the new bs system starts today. But nobody in holly ridge or snead ferry has the damn play slips. I'm done with you bs. Greedy people. Take your scams somewhere else NC Lottery
Hi David, we're sorry your local retailer does not have the new play slips. Can you let us know which stores, and we'll work with them to fix that.

11/04/2018 07:28 - Shauna N.

I'm been playing cash five for a long time and hopefully this month I can win something big&that would be a good Thanksgiving gift for me and I wish everyone the best of luckNC Lottery
Fingers crossed, Shauna!

11/04/2018 04:17 - Sandy E.

Whatever the lottery does its not to help you win but help them get more money.

11/04/2018 02:50 - Gary C.

$250 when you get 4 correct should be more, like $1,000 when you are 1 number off from the big prize.

11/04/2018 01:34 - Morris H.

I can't seem to get Cash 5 to work online, I mean trying to purchaseNC Lottery
Hi Morris, when we made the changes to the Cash 5 game, it may have interrupted your ability to buy online tickets. The changes have been completed now though. Please let us know if you are still experiencing issues.

11/04/2018 12:12 - David B.

I was in SC last week and Bought a C5 there... told the clerk and other people about our new odds on it.. Needless to say they just laught and couldn’t believe how the NCEL could be so greedy...

11/03/2018 11:37 - Linda J.

Why can't you make it easier for people to win the jackpots.You increase the the amounts and you a also decreased the chances of a winning at the same time.

11/03/2018 08:17 - Roslyn K.

Will be playing cash 5 (Lottery Pool)

11/03/2018 07:02 - PHILIP M.

This is a joke! You must think were all stupid! Anyway, you look at it,the odds are much,much more for your(NC Lottery)pockets. Not, the hard working people that support the system like we do. It's really all about your money(GREED)not ours!

11/03/2018 04:33 - Charles B.

This makes no sense, increase the jackpots but add 2 more numbers, I just don't see how the odds would be any better, could be worse!!!!! And as much money I play faithfully on cash5 and have never won in almost 9 years of playing.... I've spent a lot of money, maybe it's time for me to just save what I've been wasting for all these years

11/03/2018 03:31 - Ann K.

It was hard enough to win with the lower odds--now you have upped the odds to almost a million.

11/03/2018 12:52 - gloria g.

Thank you NCEL for the quick response, I like the new change and happy the game is still $1..good luck everyone.

11/03/2018 12:46 - gloria g.

Just wanted to add that the Cash 5 game currently only allows play for 1 draw at the store terminals..

11/03/2018 12:28 - gloria g.

Since about last Wednesday, Cash 5 play slips don't work. This morning had to find a machine at Harris Teeter to play my favorite numbers...what happen?NC Lottery
Hi Gloria, starting tomorrow, Nov. 4th, there will be an adjustment to the Carolina Cash 5 game that will see North Carolina's daily jackpot game get bigger and better! As a result of these changes, current Online Play and retail purchases for Cash 5 will only be able to include drawings through today, November 3, 2018. This could have prevented your play slip from being accepted if you had multiple consecutive draws. After tomorrow you will be able to purchase Cash 5 tickets for multiple draws again.

11/03/2018 11:32 - robert s.

shockerrr higher odds to win like mnf c mon mannn

11/03/2018 10:31 - Gustavo L.

Well this no make sense, add two more numbers. In FL Fantasy 5 is only from 1-36 and the jackpot are around $200k. If nobody wins with 4 numbers you get $555.00 Here they increase the odds with 2 more numbers and for only $100k. Don’t like it.

11/03/2018 07:09 - calvin l.

Will there be a multiplier? NC Lottery
Hi Calvin, we don't currently have plans for a multiplier for Carolina Cash 5, however we are always looking at what features and promotions our players would enjoy when playing our draw games.

11/03/2018 05:53 - Mark D.

Yes Yes ??

11/02/2018 08:51 - Randy T.

AWESOME!!!!! Thank You NCEL !! The higher starting jackpot and better odds of winning a prize are a GREAT addition to an already awesome NC game! I hope Lady Luck pays me a visit soon! She is Welcome in my home ANYTIME!!!!! :) ;) GOOD LUCK TO ALL PLAYERS!!!! NC Lottery
Good luck to you, too!

11/02/2018 07:04 - Gary R.

Boooooo

11/02/2018 06:59 - Gary R.

ILOVE PLAYING CASH 5 YOUVE LOST ME BECAUSE YOUR ADDING NUMBERS! IL KEEP MY BUCK AND PLAY SOMETHING ELSE BAD MOVE

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A bigger and better Cash 5 starts Sunday

November 2, 2018 Posted by NC Lottery at 3:58 PM

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