Montana Millionaire 2025: When will the results be declared, what are the 5 prizes, and can you buy a ticket outside Montana?
The much-awaited Montana Millionaire 2025 lottery officially kicked off early Saturday, as tickets went on sale across the state at 5:30 a.m., offering players a shot at winning one of five million-dollar prizes this December. With ticket demand at an all-time high, retailers are bracing for early-morning crowds and long lines, as the annual holiday lottery continues to capture the imagination of players statewide, and beyond.
The game is structured to maintain excitement throughout the holiday season, with thousands of smaller instant prizes also up for grabs. Winners of these smaller prizes can claim their rewards immediately upon verification.
The results will be declared by the Montana Lottery Commission through official channels, including its website, social media platforms, and participating retail outlets.
Each ticket costs $20, and according to officials, the additional tickets were introduced to allow more players to participate while maintaining favorable odds.
In 2024, all 500,000 tickets sold out in under three hours, marking one of the fastest sellouts in Montana lottery history. This year, with added prizes and improved odds, officials anticipate an even greater rush.
This restriction has not dampened enthusiasm, with many out-of-state lottery enthusiasts traveling across state lines to secure their tickets. Some retailers in border towns report brisk sales from visitors arriving from neighboring states like Idaho, Wyoming, and North Dakota.
“If the lines get any longer, we might have people out the door again. Everyone wants a chance to buy from a ‘lucky’ location,” Usher said.
The store opened early to accommodate eager buyers, echoing scenes across the state as residents tried to secure tickets before they sold out.
Montana Millionaire 2025: When Will Results Be Declared?
The Montana Millionaire 2025 drawing will take place on December 26, 2025, when five lucky ticket holders will each win $1 million. Ahead of the grand prize draw, there will also be an early drawing on December 1, where one player will claim a $250,000 prize.The game is structured to maintain excitement throughout the holiday season, with thousands of smaller instant prizes also up for grabs. Winners of these smaller prizes can claim their rewards immediately upon verification.
The results will be declared by the Montana Lottery Commission through official channels, including its website, social media platforms, and participating retail outlets.
How Many Montana Millionaire Tickets Are Sold?
The 2025 edition of the Montana Millionaire lottery comes with 620,000 tickets available, an increase of 120,000 from last year’s total of 500,000. Despite the boost in supply, tickets are once again expected to sell out within hours — reflecting the game’s incredible popularity.Each ticket costs $20, and according to officials, the additional tickets were introduced to allow more players to participate while maintaining favorable odds.
In 2024, all 500,000 tickets sold out in under three hours, marking one of the fastest sellouts in Montana lottery history. This year, with added prizes and improved odds, officials anticipate an even greater rush.
Montana Millionaire 2025: What Are the Prizes?
The Montana Millionaire 2025 lottery offers an expanded prize structure designed to appeal to both new and returning players. This year’s lineup includes:- Five $1 million grand prizes to be drawn on December 26
- One $250,000 early drawing prize on December 1
- 2,500 instant prizes of $500 each
- 6,100 instant prizes of $100 each
Can You Buy Montana Millionaire Tickets Outside the State?
The Montana Millionaire lottery is open to both Montana residents and non-residents, meaning out-of-state visitors can legally purchase tickets while in Montana. However, tickets must be bought in person from licensed Montana Lottery retailers, they cannot be purchased online or from outside the state.This restriction has not dampened enthusiasm, with many out-of-state lottery enthusiasts traveling across state lines to secure their tickets. Some retailers in border towns report brisk sales from visitors arriving from neighboring states like Idaho, Wyoming, and North Dakota.
Retailers Prepare for Rush as Tickets Go on Sale
Retail outlets across Montana began seeing long lines early Saturday morning. At Beartooth Harley Davidson in Billings, which sold one of the winning tickets last year, owner Barry Usher said he expects another rush this year, as per KTVQ report.“If the lines get any longer, we might have people out the door again. Everyone wants a chance to buy from a ‘lucky’ location,” Usher said.
The store opened early to accommodate eager buyers, echoing scenes across the state as residents tried to secure tickets before they sold out.
