UK Lotto Draw Schedule 2026 — Wednesday & Saturday

Overview

UK Lotto draws take place twice a week: Wednesday and Saturday, usually around 8:00–8:15 pm UK time. This schedule applies throughout 2026 unless officially changed by Camelot.

Ticket sales close shortly before the draw (often 7:30 pm). Check national-lottery.co.uk for exact times.

Important

Draw schedules are set by the operator. Fetix displays results for reference only. Check national-lottery.co.uk for the latest information.

UK Lotto draw days

UK Lotto draws take place twice a week:

Wednesday — usually around 8:00–8:15 pm (UK time)
Saturday — usually around 8:00–8:15 pm (UK time)

This schedule is set by Camelot and applies throughout 2026 unless officially changed.

2026 schedule overview

In 2026, every Wednesday and Saturday is a UK Lotto draw day. There are no skipped draws for bank holidays under normal rules—draws continue as usual.

You can find each draw on UK Lotto draws by selecting the date.

Draw times

Draws are typically held around 8:00 pm UK time. Ticket sales close shortly before the draw (often 7:30 pm). Check national-lottery.co.uk for exact times, as they can change.

Must Be Won draws

When the jackpot reaches the Must Be Won cap, the next draw is a Must Be Won draw—the jackpot is guaranteed to be won (by Match 6 or shared among lower tiers). The schedule stays the same; only the jackpot rules change for that draw.

Go further on Fetix

UK Lotto draws — full draw history by date
Stats — analyse draws filtered for UK Lotto
Verify ticket — check your numbers
My numbers — track your picks

FAQ

Are there draws on bank holidays?

Yes. UK Lotto typically draws on every Wed and Sat, including bank holidays. Confirm on the National Lottery website.

What if I miss the sales cutoff?

You cannot buy a ticket for that draw after sales close. The next draw is the following Wed or Sat.

Can I see past 2026 draws on Fetix?

Yes. UK Lotto draws includes historical draws. Select the date you need.

Is the schedule the same as EuroMillions?

No. EuroMillions draws on Tue and Fri. UK Lotto draws on Wed and Sat.

What time do results appear on Fetix?

Fetix is updated when draw data is synced. Results are usually available shortly after the draw.

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