Current and Upcoming Promotions
For all event promotions, please visit the venue’s website for rules and regulations. For all Ohio Lottery promotions, contestants must be 18 years and older to participate.
Country Concert 2012 at Hickory Hill Lakes
VIP Promotion May 1 – June25, 2012
(Grand Prize Trip for Two to CMA Country Music Awards in Nashville)
Between May 1 and June 25, 2012, individuals who mail in $5 non-winning Ohio Lottery ticket to Country Concert / Ohio Lottery Entry, 7103 SR 66, Ft Loramie, OH 45845 will have a chance to win prizes.
On June 27, Country Concert will conduct a random drawing from all eligible entries received. Ten winners will be drawn and will receive two three-day Country Concert event tickets, one preferred parking pass and two VIP passes (which provide access to the VIP entrance, VIP viewing area and VIP restrooms). Approximate retail value is $510 for each winner.
On the evening of July 7, Country Concert will conduct a random grand prize drawing from all remaining eligible non-winning ticket entries mailed in (as described above). One (1) winner will receive airfare for two from the continental US, two nights’ hotel accommodations, two tickets for the Country Music Awards in November 2012 and $250 spending money. Approximate retail value is $2,950.
Note: Winners of the June 25 drawing are not eligible to win the grand prize.
Official Rules
Ohio Lottery Cash Explosion Mini Game Show July 7, 2012
The Ohio Lottery will host its Cash Explosion (CE) mini on-location game show on July 7, 2012.
Throughout the event, visitors (18 years and older) will be invited to purchase one $1 Cash Explosion ticket for an opportunity to win Ohio Lottery merchandise and/or become a game show contestant (CE tickets are sold by the retailer on-site).
On the evening of Friday, July 6, the Ohio Lottery will select contestants (must be 18 years or older) for the Cash Explosion mini game show scheduled on July 7, 2012.
The Cleveland Asian Festival
May 19 & 20 2012
Ohio Lottery will be sponsoring this community event. The Cleveland Asian Festival is scheduled Saturday, May 19-20, 2012, on East 30th Street, Payne Avenue (AsiaTown) – 11-7pm (daily). The event helps to promote Asian culture and traditions. The month of May is “Celebrating Asian Heritage Month.” The festival features food and merchandise vendors, local and national performing artists, activities for adults and children, and a health fair.
Capri Lanes, Rebman's Recreation & Columbus Western Bowl
During the month of May - Purchase Ohio Lottery "Strike It Rich" instant ticketsfor your chance to win PBA mercahndise and other exciting prizes. - See customer service for deatils.
Cincinnati Ohio
The Fountain Square’s EcoScuplt event is an installation of original sculptures made of recycled and/or recyclable materials. Artists from area colleges submit proposals in late February/March each year to be one of the few chosen to display their pieces. Sponsors will review proposals and select a group of artists to assemble their sculptures on Fountain Square. Fountain Square will encourage visitors to vote for their favorite display online at
222.myfountainsquare.com or onsite.
EcoSculpt will host a special event on Fountain Square on April 25, 2012 (rain delay is reschedule to April 27th) that will display all sculptures created by the art students. Winners will be announced and prizes awarded. Join the Ohio Lottery on April 25th.
BEULAH PARK PROMOTIONS
Kentucky Derby Day– May, 6, 2012 - Ticket of the Week
- Patron may purchase the special ticket of the week and submit a non-winning ticket to win a special grand prize to include prize betting vouchers at $500, $200, and $100.
See Official Rules
WSU - Nutter Center
Win Tickets to Future Events– March 16, 2012 - March 30, 2013
Throughout the year, guests 18 years and older will be encouraged to bring or mail a non-winning Instant Lottery ticket to any WSU Nutter Center event and deposit the ticket into the prominently displayed entry box for a second chance to win various prizes. Six total drawings to occur – 4/2/12, 5/7/12, 9/3/12, 11/5/12, 1/7/13, 3/4/13. Details follow.
Four times throughout the year, one lucky fan will win a WSU Nutter Center ticket voucher good for two (2) tickets to any event of his/her choice and WSU Nutter Center and Ohio Lottery merchandise. Drawings to occur:
- First ticket winner – 4/2/12
- Second ticket winner – 5/7/12
- Third ticket winner – 11/5/12
- Fourth ticket winner – 1/7/12
Twice during the year, on 9/3/12 and 3/4/13, one lucky fan will win a suite for an upcoming event, including twelve (12) suite tickets, (3) parking passes, limited snacks and non-alcoholic beverages with additional catering options available at a charge, and a WSU Nutter Center and Ohio Lottery prize pack. Other prizes may be available depending on show artist restrictions. (Nutter Center will present winner with options based on availability. Some restrictions may apply to ticket availability for certain shows. In the event a suite is not available for winner’s chosen show, other tickets may be offered in place of a suite or a suite may be offered for a different future event).
"VIP EXPERIENCE"
Beginning December 1, 2011, Ohio Lottery will sponsor a non-winning Instant lottery ticket promotion in which six (6) lucky Huntington Center attendees (over 18 years of age) throughout the year will win four (4) tickets to an upcoming show of their choosing at the Huntington Center. Huntington Center attendees will be encouraged to mail or drop off tickets at Guest Services for drawings.
Drawings to occur:
- March 2, 2012
- April 6, 2012
- June 2, 2012
- July 1, 2012
- August 2, 2012
- September 2, 2012
VIP passes will be awarded six (6) times to a non-winning Instant Ticket winner during the months of March-September for any Huntington Center event of choice.
VIP passes include but are not limited to: VIP parking in Huntington Center parking lot, separate VIP entrance, merchandise items, Meet and Greet Access or Sound Check if applicable, Backstage Access, 4 tickets at the highest price ticket to watch the show.
See Official Rules
Northfield Park
Free Grandstand Admission - May & September 2012
Throughout the months of May and September 2012, any person (18 years or older) who submits any non-winning Lottery ticket will receive free grandstand admission.
PLINKO Night - August 4, 2012
Every patron (18 years and older) who attends between 6 PM and 9 PM will have the opportunity to play "Table Top Plinko Game” and win Ohio Lottery & Northfield prizes.
Ohio Lottery Day - Saturday October 6, 2012
Patrons (18 years or older) purchasing the Game of the Week will have a chance to win Northfield Park/Ohio Lottery merchandise. Patrons must be present to win on October 6, 2012
Ohio Lottery Free Instant Ticket Giveaway - November 3, 2012
The first 3,000 patrons (18 years and older) attending on November 3rd will receive a free $3 instant Ohio Lottery ticket.
Scioto Downs
Fan Appreciation Day/Trip to Little Brown Jug Ohio Track Prize Giveaway
From July through September, all patrons (18 years and older) will be invited to drop any $3 non-winning Lottery ticket into the hopper located at the winner’s circle for a chance to win prizes. Drawing September 8.
Ohio Lottery "Free $2 Instant Ticket Giveaway" (June 9th)
The first 2,000 patrons (18 years and older) attending on the track will receive a free $2.00 instant Ohio Lottery ticket.
Giveaway Item – Back to the Track Night - July 14, 2012
Scioto Downs and the Ohio Lottery will develop a co-branded merchandise item distributed to the first 1,000 paid-entry fans (18 years and older).
Lake Erie Crushers
Ohio Lottery “Show Your Ticket and Save” Promotions
For twenty-four (24) home games during the season, fans (18 & over) may redeem their non-winning Ohio Lottery $1 Dugout Doubler instant ticket at the box office to receive a $3 game-day ticket discount off Home Box and General Admission. Up to four (4) tickets per person for each game date.
Thistledown
T-Shirt Giveaway Merchandise - May 4, 2012
Giveaway of a branded t-shirt with the Ohio Lottery’s logo (placement on sleeve) to the first 3,500 patrons purchasing a daily program (18 & over patrons only) on opening day.
Ohio Lottery Promotion/Second-Chance Drawing – (August TBD)
A promotional entry box will be displayed at the Thistledown Ohio Lottery/Gift Shop where customers (18 years and older) may deposit their non-winning Ohio Lottery “Game of the Month” Instant tickets for a second-chance drawing.
Special Day Promotional Giveaway - July 7, 2012
Thistledown will host another special merchandise item giveaway during the 2012 racing season.
Customer Appreciation Day 2012 - November 3rd (Breeders’ Cup Day)
The Ohio Lottery will be the sponsor for the Thistledown Customer Appreciation Day to be held on November 3rd. The first 3,000 patrons (over 18 years of age) will receive a free $2.00 Instant ticket. Drawings are held throughout the afternoon for giveaways of electronics, televisions, game systems, sporting tickets, travel vouchers, retail and dining gift cards and $1500 worth of Ohio Lottery instant tickets.
US Bank Arena PROMOTIONS VIP EXPERIENCE
Beginning December 1, 2011 through September 2, 2012, U.S. Bank Arena attendees over 18 years of age may mail or bring any non-winning Ohio Lottery Instant ticket to the U. S. Bank Arena Guest Services for a chance to win a VIP Experience Package. Package includes:
- Four tickets to any U. S. Bank Arena game or concert of your choice during the year.
- VIP Access to include parking, back-stage access (if permitted by artist)
- VIP Merchandise from U. S. Bank Arena and the Ohio Lottery.
Drawings to occur:
- March 2, 2012
- June 2, 2012
- August 2, 2012
- September 2, 2012
Mail tickets to:
U.S. Bank Arena
100 Broadway Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
ATTN: Second Chance Promotion
See Official Rules
Covelli Center
VIP Access
Throughout the year, guests 18 years and older may bring or mail a non-winning Instant Lottery ticket to any Covelli Center event and deposit the ticket into the prominently displayed entry box located on the concourse for a second chance to win great prizes! There will be six drawings held throughout the year:
Four times throughout the year, one lucky fan will win a Covelli Centre ticket voucher good for four (4) tickets to any event of his/her choice.
Drawings to occur on:
- March 2, 2012
- May 3, 2012
- June 2, 2012
- September 2, 2012
Two times during the year one winner will be drawn and will receive a Luxury Suite for a group of 10 people for an event of his/her choice. The Luxury Suites are located in an exclusive area in the arena, which can accommodate up to 10 people. It features leather seats, bar stools, TV, refrigerator and more. This will include food and non-alcoholic beverages. Winners and guest will also receive a prize pack from the Covelli Centre and the Ohio Lottery. Drawings to occur on:
- July 1, 2012
- September 16, 2012
See Official Rules