Montana Millionaire Returns Thursday: What Players Need to Know

Here we go again! It's round two of the 2026 Montana Millionaire, with ticket sales set to resume at 6:30 a.m. Thursday, November 12. 

Ensuring a Smooth Ticket Purchase Experience

After the technical problems that disrupted the original November 1 launch, the Montana Lottery has assured players it's doing everything possible to make sure things go smoothly this time around. 

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Key Reminders for Ticket Buyers

I spoke with Anne Charpentier, Marketing and Sales Director for the Montana Lottery, and she wanted to remind players of a few things to make the process enjoyable.

There are a few important things to remember before heading out to buy your tickets. 

Don’t Toss Those Winning Tickets!

First, hold on to every ticket you purchase, even if it turns out to be an instant winner. Winning an instant-win prize does not disqualify your ticket from the other drawings.

There's also the Quarter Million drawing on Monday, November 30, so don't toss those tickets aside!

Important Dates to Remember

The six $1 million winning tickets will be selected on December 28. That's why it's important to put your tickets somewhere safe. You don't want to misplace something that could potentially be worth a million dollars! 

Player's Club members should scan their tickets on the Montana Lottery app for a chance to win $20,000 on December 28. This is the first year this is being offered, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the game.

Tips to Maximize Your Ticket-buying Experience

A few other reminders if you're planning to get in line: 

• Be there early. Tickets will go on sale at 6:30 a.m. sharp.
• Have your cash ready. 
• Be patient. Retailers and ticket vendors will be doing their best to sell tickets as quickly as possible.
• Be courteous to the people working behind the counter. 
• Buy only printed tickets at the time of purchase. 

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If you get an instant win ticket, make sure that you give it to the clerk so they can scan it and get credit for it so they can pay out that win to the player.

The Thrill of Montana Millionaire Awaits!

We all know how exciting Montana Millionaire can be, especially when you're hoping to get your hands on one of those tickets. 

Good luck, everyone!