The Big Spin: Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Big Spin?

THE BIG SPIN scratch-off game (#692) offers top prize winners the opportunity to participate in a live BIG SPIN EVENT to win between $100,000 and $500,000.

How do I play THE BIG SPIN?

• SCRATCH - Match any of YOUR NUMBERS to any of the WINNING NUMBERS on your scratch off tickets and win the PRIZE shown.
• WATCH – If the prize for matching YOUR NUMBERS to any of the WINNING NUMBERS is a "Spin" then go to ncbigspin.com to reveal your SPIN PRIZE. When prompted, enter your 6-digit SPIN REVEAL CODE located in the lower left hand corner of your THE BIG SPIN ticket. Spin the wheel and when the wheel stops, your PRIZE will be displayed. Prizes range from $10 to $10,000 or a BIG SPIN. Remember, PRIZES over $600 must be redeemed at any lottery office.
• LIVE SPIN - If the animated wheel lands on BIG SPIN, you qualify for the THE BIG SPIN LIVE event in Raleigh, NC to win a guaranteed prize ranging from $100,000 to $500,000.

I won a SPIN PRIZE. What do I do?

Visit any lottery retailer to validate your ticket and claim your PRIZE. Lottery retailers can cash prizes up to $599. Prizes $600 and greater must be claimed at a lottery office.

I won a BIG SPIN PRIZE. What do I do?

Visit your nearest lottery office. They will validate your ticket and make the appropriate arrangements for your trip to the BIG SPIN LIVE EVENT in Raleigh.

Can I check my BIG SPIN tickets at the ticket checker or with the NC Lottery mobile app to see if I have won a prize?

Yes, as with all lottery games you can scan your ticket with the ticket checker at lottery retailers or by using the NC Lottery mobile app to see if it is a winner.

What are the odds of winning a BIG SPIN LIVE EVENT prize?

The odds of winning a BIG SPIN LIVE EVENT prize are 1 in 1,140,000.

What's involved in participating in a THE BIG SPIN LIVE EVENT?

When a prize winner wins a TOP PRIZE - a BIG SPIN LIVE EVENT – visit your local lottery office to validate your ticket. Once the claim form is processed, you will receive a check for a portion of the prize and be scheduled for a BIG SPIN LIVE EVENT in Raleigh.

In order to participate, prize winners must have a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of social security number. After the prize winner participates in the THE BIG SPIN LIVE EVENT, and the PRIZE amount is confirmed, a check for the winning amount (less the other previously issued prize amount and mandatory State and Federal withholdings) will be provided to the winner.

Can I choose when I come to Lottery Headquarters to claim my BIG SPIN top prize?

A North Carolina Education Lottery representative will coordinate a date and time for each prize winner's BIG SPIN LIVE EVENT. The Lottery will arrange for hotel accommodations for the prize winner if it is needed.