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Lottery-Style Game

Pull Tabs Casinos

Instant-win tickets with hidden symbols. Peel the tab, match the pattern, collect your prize. Simple, fast, and sold at counters.

21 US venues offer pull tabs.

House Edge
~15% to ~30% (varies by deal)
RTP
70% to 85%
Typical Min Bet
$0.25 to $5 per ticket
Pace
Instant
Category
Lottery-Style Game
Beginner-friendly

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Where to play Pull Tabs in the US

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Pull tabs are instant-win paper tickets sold at casino counters, bingo halls, and charitable gaming venues. Each ticket has perforated tabs that you pull open to reveal hidden symbols. If the revealed symbols match a posted paytable or winning pattern, you win the corresponding prize. Pull tabs are a lottery-style game with no skill element. The house edge is built into the deal structure, meaning a batch of tickets has a predetermined total payout. You'll find live tables at most major properties. See our full US casino directory for venue contact details and hours.

Pull tabs are the casino equivalent of scratch-off lottery tickets. They require no skill, no strategy, and no decisions beyond how many to buy. The game is popular at bingo halls and charitable gaming venues because the transaction is fast and the results are immediate. The house edge is built into the deal structure: each box of tickets has a fixed ratio of winners to losers and a fixed total payout. Compared to bingo, pull tabs are faster and more individual, without the social session format.

How to play Pull Tabs

  1. Purchase one or more pull tab tickets from the counter. Tickets are sold individually or in packs.

  2. Each ticket has perforated tabs covering hidden symbols. Pull back the tabs to reveal the symbols underneath.

  3. Compare the revealed symbols to the winning combinations posted on the paytable or ticket display.

  4. If you have a winning combination, present the ticket at the counter for your payout.

  5. Each deal (box of tickets) has a fixed number of winners and losers. The house edge is predetermined.

  6. Discard losing tickets. Do not throw away winning tickets accidentally.

Pull Tabs Rules and Payouts

Pull tabs are sold in deals (boxes) containing a fixed number of tickets, typically 500 to 2,000 per deal. Each deal has a predetermined number of winners at various prize levels. The total payout is typically 70 to 85 percent of the total purchase price of all tickets in the deal, leaving the house with a 15 to 30 percent edge. Prizes range from small amounts (a few dollars) up to the top prize in the deal, which can be several hundred dollars or more.

Tickets are typically organized in a jar or display at the counter. You select individual tickets or buy multiple at once. The symbols hidden under the tabs may be fruit, numbers, card suits, or themed icons. A winning ticket typically needs three matching symbols or a specific symbol pattern. The paytable is posted near the display. Some venues offer electronic pull tabs on a touchscreen, which play similarly but without physical tickets.

  • What are pull tabs?

    Pull tabs are instant-win paper tickets with perforated tabs covering hidden symbols. You pull the tabs to reveal the symbols, and winning combinations pay according to a posted paytable.

Editorial Strategy

Strategy & etiquette for Pull Tabs

  • Pull tabs have no strategy. The outcome is predetermined the moment you buy the ticket.

  • Check the deal size and prize structure before buying. Larger deals may offer better overall odds.

  • Buying multiple tickets from the same deal does not improve your odds. Each ticket is independent.

  • Early tickets in a deal are not more likely to be winners. The distribution is random within the deal.

  • Treat pull tabs as a low-cost entertainment purchase. The house edge is high.

  • Never chase losses by buying more tabs. The predetermined structure means losses add up quickly.

Where to play in the US

Top land-based casinos to play Pull Tabs

Editorial picks for visitors who want a real-floor Pull Tabs session. Ranked by directory depth (table counts, amenities, and floor quality). Tap any card for the full property review.

  1. #1Casinos
    Editor's pick
    Mystic Lake Casino Hotel — prior lake

    Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

    Prior Lake, Minnesota

    4,000 slots · 100 tables · 24/7

    Selection61
    Value62
    Experience100

    Games available

    • Bingo
    • Blackjack
    • Electronic Bingo

    Property

    • Bar
    • Fitness Center
    • Golf
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  2. #2Casinos
    Treasure Island Resort and Casino — red wing

    Treasure Island Resort and Casino

    Red Wing, Minnesota

    2,200 slots · 50 tables · 6 poker tables · 24/7

    Selection87
    Value85
    Experience100

    Games available

    • 213
    • 3 Card Poker
    • Bingo

    Property

    • Open 24 7
    • Resort
    • Restaurant
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  3. #3Casinos
    Little Creek Casino and Resort — shelton

    Little Creek Casino and Resort

    Shelton, Washington

    1,200 slots · 25 tables · 6 poker tables · 24/7

    Selection72
    Value71
    Experience95

    Games available

    • Bingo
    • Craps
    • Crazy 4 Poker

    Property

    • Open 24 7
    • Restaurant
    • Self Parking
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Rankings reflect directory data depth (floor counts, game variety, amenity tags) re-verified quarterly. They are not a substitute for current operating status; confirm hours and game spread directly with each casino before visiting.

Pull Tabs Strategy

There is no strategy for pull tabs. The outcome of each ticket is fixed before you buy it. The only way to guarantee the stated payout percentage is to buy the entire deal, which is impractical and would still result in a net loss. The house edge is predetermined and cannot be improved. Treat pull tabs as a small entertainment purchase rather than a gambling strategy.

Pull tabs are sometimes compared to slot machines for their instant-result nature, but the comparison is unfavorable. Slot machines typically offer higher RTP (85 to 98 percent) and a more engaging experience. Pull tabs are better compared to lottery scratchers, with similar odds and a similar purchase experience.

Common Pull Tabs variants

Where to Play Pull Tabs

Pull tabs are sold at casino counters, bingo halls, and charitable gaming venues. They are most common in states that allow charitable pull tab sales, such as Minnesota, North Dakota, and Washington. They are also found at tribal casinos and in the bingo section of larger casino properties.

Before you buy, check the deal size and prize structure posted near the display. Browse our US casino directory to find venues near you.

  • What are the odds of winning on pull tabs?

    The odds depend on the deal structure. Typically, 70 to 85 percent of the total deal purchase price is paid out in prizes, with the top prize being rare. Each deal has a fixed ratio of winners.

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