New years lotto
You're referring to the New Year's Lottery, also known as the "Sorteo de Fin de Año" in Spanish!
The New Year's Lottery is a popular annual lottery draw held in Spain on December 22nd or 23rd, just before New Year's Eve. It's one of the most anticipated and popular lotteries in the country, with millions of participants and a massive jackpot prize.
Here are some key facts about the New Year's Lottery:
- Jackpot size: The jackpot prize is usually around €2.5 million to €3.5 million (approximately $2.8 million to $4 million USD).
- Ticket sales: Tickets can be purchased online or at authorized retailers across Spain. Each ticket costs €20.
- Draw date and time: The draw typically takes place on December 22nd or 23rd at 9:00 PM CET (Central European Time).
- Prize structure: The lottery has a total of 6 prize tiers, with the jackpot being the top prize. The prize structure is as follows:
- Jackpot (1st prize): 1 winner, 50% of the total prize fund
- 2nd prize: 5 winners, 10% of the total prize fund
- 3rd prize: 10 winners, 5% of the total prize fund
- 4th prize: 20 winners, 2.5% of the total prize fund
- 5th prize: 50 winners, 1.25% of the total prize fund
- 6th prize: 100 winners, 0.5% of the total prize fund
- Winning numbers: The winning numbers are drawn randomly and are announced live on television and online.
If you're interested in participating in the New Year's Lottery, make sure to purchase your tickets in advance, as they often sell out quickly!