The Illinois Lottery is celebrating its 50th anniversary in July, and they’re kicking off the huge milestone with fun new ways to win this summer. To celebrate 50 years of playing, winning, and giving back to good causes, the Illinois Lottery is rolling out several exciting promotions, sweepstakes, and more. 50th Anniversary Promotions:

• Celebration 2nd Chance: Enter for a chance to be one of fifty $500 weekly winners. Final prizes include five $50,000 winners and one $500,000 winner! See official rules here.

• Get in the Groove Sweepstakes: Join in on the groove for a chance to win Instant Tickets and up to a $500 gift card. See official rules here. 

• Retail Tour: Look out for our 50th anniversary retail tour that is happening now across Illinois until the end of August to play fun games, win prizes and benefit our good causes. See times and locations here to participate.

At the Illinois Lottery, it’s not just about providing a chance to win – it’s about playing with purpose. Since 1985, the Illinois Lottery has contributed over $24 billion to the Common School Fund to assist K-12 public schools. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements as the Illinois Lottery will have something exciting coming to downtown Chicago on July 18 that players will not want to miss.

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