Debunking the biggest Lottery myths! | BTS with the Virginia Lottery

Added: 2026-05-26

[00:00:00][woodblock music begins] Whether you're grabbing a ticket at your neighborhood store or tapping to play online, in a quiet town or a bustling city, across the Commonwealth, Virginia Lottery players are scoring big wins every single day.

[00:00:20]Ever wondered who these lucky winners are?

[00:00:22]Or which games have the best odds?

[00:00:24]Or even when the best time to play is?

[00:00:28]Well, let's jump in and uncover the real scoop behind winning.

[00:00:34]Virginia Lottery winners come from everywhere.

[00:00:37]And their stories? Totally inspiring.

[00:00:40]But hey, even the most dedicated players can fall for some common lottery myths.

[00:00:46]No matter where you live, your chances of winning the Virginia Lottery are the same.

[00:00:50]One of the biggest myths we hear is that some parts of Virginia are luckier than others.

[00:00:55]Truth is, each ticket that's purchased has the same exact odds, regardless of where it was purchased.

[00:00:59]What we do see is higher numbers of wins in areas with larger population, simply because more tickets were sold in those areas.

[00:01:05]It's all about math, not magic.

[00:01:12]Wins can strike anytime.

[00:01:16]No matter when or where you play, timing has nothing to do with your chances.

[00:01:22]Another myth, that there's a best time to play.

[00:01:24]Nope. Luck doesn't run on a schedule.

[00:01:26]Early mornings, late nights, your lunch break,... Jackpots change, but your odds don't.

[00:01:31]The best time to play is whenever you feel like having a little bit of extra fun.

[00:01:37]Scratchers, daily and jackpot games, online instant games,... you name it, the Virginia Lottery has it.

[00:01:43]Each game has its own play style, different odds, prize structures, features, and ways to play.

[00:01:49]Here's the simple facts. Every lottery game is totally random.

[00:01:52]From online games to Scratchers to draw games, each game has its own set of odds that don't change regardless of what game is being played.

[00:02:01]For more information on odds, where to play, prize structures, head to www.VALottery.com or download the app.

[00:02:11]Playing the Virginia Lottery  is about having fun.

[00:02:15]Ensuring that our games are fair is a  top priority at the Virginia Lottery.

[00:02:23]So, no matter where you live, what games you enjoy, or when you play, it's all about luck.