Happy Holidays
$5 scratch-off · overall odds · $0 top prize
Our Verdict: Consider Alternatives
Happy Holidays is below average compared to other $5 scratch-offs currently available in California. The overall odds of are weaker than other options at this price tier. Consider checking the full California scratch-off rankings to find a better value ticket.
Expected Value Analysis
Expected value data for Happy Holidays is not yet available. Expected value is calculated from the complete prize tier structure and odds — when that data is available, it will appear here. As a reference, most scratch-off tickets return between $0.55 and $0.75 per $1 spent on average.
Expected value (EV) is a statistical measure of the average return per ticket. Most lottery tickets have a negative EV — meaning the lottery keeps more than it pays out on average. Higher EV tickets offer better value, but no ticket guarantees a win.
Prize Tiers
All prize levels for Happy Holidays
| Odds | Prize | Prizes Remaining |
|---|---|---|
| 1231112 | $0 | 1 |
| 586244 | $0 | 2 |
| 13167 | $0 | 166 |
| 2993 | $0 | 585 |
| 399 | $0 | 5,111 |
| 218 | $0 | 9,416 |
| 92 | $0 | 23,994 |
| 40 | $0 | 55,717 |
| 33 | $0 | 67,106 |
| 18 | $0 | 129,110 |
| 16 | $0 | 156,421 |
| 13 | $0 | 200,177 |
Source: California Lottery (official) · Last updated 3/27/2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the overall odds of winning Happy Holidays?
The overall odds of winning any prize on Happy Holidays are . On average, you need to purchase approximately 0 tickets to win something. This is a $5 scratch-off from the California Lottery.
What is the top prize on Happy Holidays?
The top prize on Happy Holidays is $0. It is a $5 scratch-off ticket. Check the official lottery website to verify whether the top prize has been claimed.
Is Happy Holidays a good scratch-off to buy in California?
Happy Holidays is below average compared to other $5 scratch-offs currently available in California. The overall odds of are weaker than other options at this price tier. Consider checking the full California scratch-off rankings to find a better value ticket.
How many Happy Holidays tickets are left?
Remaining ticket counts for Happy Holidays are not currently available in our data. Check the California Lottery website for the most up-to-date information on claimed prizes.