Thunderbolt Bingo has been closed and is no longer for sale. Please see the below information about the game and how to claim any remaining prizes.

ABOUT THE GAME

Thunderbolt Bingo is a $10 progressive FastPlay game. The jackpot begins at $20,000 and grows with each ticket sold statewide until the jackpot is won. With progressive FastPlay games, you have a chance to win the jackpot or other cash prizes. The Overall odds of winning are 1 in 3.38.

To play Thunderbolt Bingo, follow the “HOW TO WIN” instructions: Match the CALLERS CARD NUMBERS to the numbers on both Bingo Cards. See PRIZE LEGEND for winning patterns and prizes. Get a THUNDERBOLT symbol in a winning pattern and DOUBLE the prize shown. Each BINGO CARD is played separately. You can win on both BINGO CARDS. Win only the highest winning prize on each BINGO CARD. Get a full diamond pattern on both BINGO CARDS, win the THUNDERBOLT JACKPOT.

HOW TO CLAIM

FastPlay prizes must be claimed within one year of the date of purchase.

If your retail ticket is a winner, you will need your printed ticket to claim your prize, so hold onto a winning ticket. For retail tickets, any win of $600 or less can be redeemed immediately at any Illinois Lottery retailer.

For online tickets, any win of $600 or less will be automatically added to your online account wallet. However, if such winnings cause your total account balance to exceed $2,000, the winnings will be sent to you via check. 

For both retail and online tickets, any win over $600 must be claimed by mail or at an Illinois Lottery Claim Center. Prizes of $10,000 or less may also be redeemed through an Illinois Lottery e-Claim. 

For more information please visit When You Win.