Fast Play is a fun and easy lottery-style game offered by the Kentucky Lottery. Fast Play games provide instant gratification, allowing players to find out if they’ve won immediately after purchasing their ticket. Here is a look at how Fast Play works and the different Fast Play games available in Kentucky.
What is Fast Play?
Fast Play games are printed on demand from lottery terminals at retail locations when a player purchases a ticket. Tickets cost between $1 and $20, depending on the game. Once the ticket prints, the player can immediately scratch off the play area on the ticket to reveal if it is a winner.
Fast Play games offer fixed prizes that range from free tickets up to top prizes worth $25,000 or more. Each ticket will specifically tell you what you need to match or uncover to win the various prize amounts. If your ticket shows a winning combination of symbols, numbers, or letters, you win that prize amount.
Some key advantages of Fast Play games include:
- Immediate gratification – no waiting for a drawing to take place
- Variety of games – unique themes and ways to play
- Chance to win instantly
- Tickets can be purchased whenever it’s convenient – no cutoff time
- Prize won is printed right on the ticket
How to Play Fast Play Games
Playing Fast Play games is quick and easy. Just follow these steps:
- Decide which Fast Play game you want to play. Games range from $1 to $20.
- Take your selected game ticket to the Kentucky Lottery retailer counter or lottery vending machine.
- Pay for the ticket and the clerk will print it for you immediately.
- Scratch off the play area on the ticket to reveal the game results.
- Check the prize legend on the ticket to see if you’ve won a prize.
- Winning tickets can be redeemed at any Kentucky Lottery retailer location.
Fast Play games have their own dedicated ticket with play styles and prize structures tailored just for that game. You simply scratch to reveal immediate results. It’s an instant way to have fun and potentially win cash prizes up to $25,000.
Types of Fast Play Games in Kentucky
The Kentucky Lottery offers a wide selection of Fast Play games with new choices debuting periodically. Popular Kentucky Fast Play games include:
Lucky Slots
Lucky Slots plays like a virtual slot machine. The $5 ticket has a 5×5 grid of symbols. Match 3 or more of the same symbol going vertically, horizontally, or diagonally to win. Top prize is $25,000.
Triple Win
This $2 game has six play areas each with a prize amount. Match any of your numbers to the winning numbers to win the prize shown. Get three matches and win triple the prize amount shown.
Loose Change
Loose Change is a $2 Fast Play with a coin theme. Reveal a “Win” symbol to instantly win the prize amount shown. Find a “5X” symbol to multiply the prize by 5.
Fast $50
On the Fast $50 $5 game ticket, match any of your numbers to the winning number to win $50 instantly. This game has six chances to win with top odds of 1 in 3.92.
Cash Pop
Pop the balloons on this $1 game to reveal prize amounts. Get a “Burst” symbol to double all prizes. Top prize is $4,000.
Where to Buy Fast Play Tickets
Fast Play games are printed on demand from lottery terminals at retail locations throughout Kentucky. You can find Fast Play tickets at convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and anywhere Kentucky Lottery games are sold. Just visit a lottery retailer, pick the Fast Play game you want, and the clerk will print your ticket with the results instantly.
Some key places to buy Fast Play tickets include:
- Gas stations like Speedway, Thorntons, Shell, etc.
- Convenience stores like Circle K
- Grocery stores like Kroger
- Drug stores like CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens
- Liquor stores
- Big box retailers like Meijer, Walmart
You can also find a full list of retailers selling Fast Play tickets on the Kentucky Lottery website. Just use the retailer locator tool and filter for “Fast Play” games.
Checking Fast Play Results
One of the best parts of Fast Play is that you can instantly check the results of your ticket and see if you’ve won a prize. All you need to do is scratch off the play area on your Fast Play ticket.
Under the scratch-off area, your ticket will reveal the outcome for that particular game. It depends on the specific game, but generally you will scratch to reveal symbols, numbers, letters, or prize amounts. Match the winning combinations or reveal prize amounts to see if your ticket is a winner.
The prize legend on the Fast Play ticket will specify the exact prizes you can win and the combinations needed to win them. Be sure to check the legend so you know exactly what constitutes a winning ticket.
If your Fast Play ticket does show a winning combination, congratulations! You can redeem Fast Play prizes up to $600 at any Kentucky Lottery retailer. For larger prizes above $600, you will need to claim at a Lottery office.
Claiming Fast Play Prizes
For Fast Play prizes up to $600, you can cash in your winning ticket at any authorized Kentucky Lottery retailer location. Retailers can pay prizes up to $600 in cash. You will just need to present your winning Fast Play ticket to the clerk.
Some key points about claiming Fast Play prizes:
- Always sign the back of your winning Fast Play ticket before redeeming.
- You must be 18 or older to play or claim lottery prizes in Kentucky.
- Bring a valid ID when claiming prizes.
- Retailers will keep your winning ticket when paying out the prize.
- Tickets expire 180 days after purchase, so claim promptly.
For Fast Play prizes over $600, you will need to visit a Lottery office in person to claim. These larger prizes must be claimed as a one-time lump sum payment. You have 180 days from the purchase date to claim. Be sure to call or make an appointment at a Lottery office before visiting to claim a large prize.
You can find addresses for the Kentucky Lottery headquarters and district offices on the Kentucky Lottery website. Offices are located in Louisville, Lexington, Paducah, Pikeville and London.
Odds of Winning Fast Play Games
Fast Play games provide the chance to win prizes instantly. Overall odds of winning vary by game, with typical odds ranging from 1 in 4.50 up to 1 in 20. This means you can expect to win a prize about once in every 4 to 20 Fast Play tickets purchased.
Some recent odds for popular Kentucky Fast Play games include:
| Fast Play Game | Odds of Winning |
|---|---|
| Lucky Slots | 1 in 4.66 |
| Triple Win | 1 in 4.82 |
| Loose Change | 1 in 4.98 |
| Fast $50 | 1 in 3.92 |
| Cash Pop | 1 in 4.90 |
Keep in mind that the odds listed are for any prize amount – from a free Fast Play ticket up to the top prize. The odds of winning a large Fast Play prize worth thousands are much tougher. For example, the odds of winning $25,000 playing Lucky Slots are 1 in 240,000.
Fast Play games clearly post the odds of winning each prize on the back of the ticket. Reviewing the odds can help give you realistic expectations before playing.
Fast Play Ticket Price
Prices for Fast Play games range from $1 up to $20 per ticket. The more expensive games tend to have larger top prizes. Here are some of the typical Fast Play tickets prices:
- $1 tickets – Cash Pop, Loose Change
- $2 tickets – Triple Win, Double Wild 8s, Fortune Cookie
- $5 tickets – Lucky Slots, X The Money
- $10 tickets – Fast $500, Money Mania
- $20 tickets – Fastest Road to $1 Million, Break Fort Knox
When deciding which Fast Play game to buy, consider your budget. Lower priced $1 and $2 games offer an affordable way to play. But more expensive $10 or $20 games provide the chance at larger top prizes over $20,000.
Strategies for Winning Fast Play Games
All Fast Play games are pre-printed instant win games, so there are no specific skills or strategies that can help increase your odds of winning. Each ticket already has the results determined – it’s just a matter of which one you receive.
However, there are some general tips that can help boost your chances of winning when playing Fast Play games:
- Play new games – Try new Fast Play games frequently. New games tend to have better odds.
- Buy multiple tickets – Increase chances of winning by buying several tickets in a row.
- Try higher price point games – More expensive Fast Play tickets have bigger top prizes.
- Review odds – Check the odds on the back so you know your chances.
- Join the Players Club – Get rewards points and coupons for buying tickets.
While Fast Play outcomes are predetermined randomly, following these tips can help provide more opportunities to uncover those winning tickets!
Unclaimed Fast Play Prizes
For Fast Play games, the lottery will hold unclaimed prizes for 180 days after the purchase date of the ticket. Players have 180 days to claim any winning Fast Play ticket.
If a Fast Play prize is not claimed within 180 days, the unclaimed money is returned to the lottery pool fund as profit. This helps contribute to larger jackpots and payouts on other Kentucky Lottery games.
To avoid this, be sure to promptly check any Fast Play tickets you purchase. Sign the back of tickets and claim any modest prizes at retailers. For larger wins, call the lottery to begin the prize claim process as soon as possible after your win.
You can check the Kentucky Lottery website for the latest listing of any unclaimed Fast Play prizes worth $600 or more. The lottery updates this listing every Monday. Use it to check if you have any winning tickets you forgot to cash.
Taxes on Fast Play Prizes
For Kentucky residents, Fast Play lottery prizes are not taxed. Winners will receive the entire amount shown on the prize legend for their ticket.
However, for winners who do not live in Kentucky, there may be some tax withholding. Non-resident winners of prizes over $600 will have 6% of their prize withheld for federal taxes. State taxes may also apply for non-KY residents.
When claiming a large Fast Play prize at a Kentucky Lottery office, be sure to consult with the claims specialist regarding any taxes. They can explain what, if any, taxes apply to your specific situation.
Popular Fast Play Games
The Kentucky Lottery offers an extensive selection of Fast Play games with new choices debuting periodically. Some current popular Fast Play games include:
Double Wild 8s
This $2 game has a classic slots feel with symbols like 7s, cherries, and BARs. Get three Double Wild symbols to win the jackpot prize of $8,000.
Cash Pop
Pop balloons on this colorful $1 game. Win up to $4,000 by revealing prize amounts. Multiplier symbols can double or triple wins.
Loose Change
Win instant cash prizes of up to $2,000 by revealing money bag symbols on this $2 game. Also find 5X multipliers to increase winnings.
X The Money
Match your numbers to the winning numbers on this $5 game to multiply your prize amount. Top prize is $25,000.
Lucky Wild Time
Reveal prize amounts in the bonus spots and get “Wild Time” symbols to win 10 times the amount. Top prize on this $2 game is $5,000.
New Fast Play Games
The Kentucky Lottery frequently debuts new Fast Play games offering unique themes, ways to play, and chances to win. Trying new games is a key part of the fun and excitement!
Some upcoming new Kentucky Fast Play games to watch for include:
Super 7s
Play this $5 game for a classic slots experience. Win up to $25,000 by getting lucky 7s symbols and other familiar favorites like Cherries and BARs.
Vegas Jackpot
Scratch this $2 ticket to reveal slot machine results for your chance to win a top prize of $20,000.
Triple Cash
With a rodeo cowboy theme, this $2 game offers instant prizes up to $6,000. Uncover multiplier symbols to increase payouts.
Diamond Mine
Search for diamonds and gemstones on this glittering $10 Fast Play. Top prize is $250,000 on this mining-themed game.
Keep an eye out for these and other new Fast Play choices coming soon from the Kentucky Lottery!
Conclusion
Fast Play games offer convenience, immediacy, and excitement. Players in Kentucky can enjoy a variety of Fast Play games that range from $1 to $20 with prizes from free tickets up to $250,000 top jackpots. Fast Play ticket can be purchased on demand and offer the chance to instantly win cash. Check for winning tickets by simply scratching the play area to reveal results. With new games debuting all the time, Fast Play provides an easy and entertaining opportunity to play the lottery!