Colombia’s Lotería del Cauca is set to award a grand prize of $8 billion Colombian pesos (approximately $2.06 million USD) in its drawing this Saturday, February 21, 2026, attracting significant interest from players nationwide. The substantial jackpot underscores the continued popularity of lottery games as a form of entertainment and potential financial windfall for Colombians.
The lottery draw will be conducted under stringent control and supervision protocols to ensure transparency and fairness. The official broadcast will initiate Saturday evening and can be viewed live on Canal 1, Telepacífico, and the lottery’s official digital platforms, including Facebook Live and YouTube.
Following the official broadcast, the winning numbers for the February 21st draw will be announced. Lotería del Cauca emphasizes that only results published on its official channels are valid and advises participants to verify information from authorized sources before claiming any prizes.
Prize Structure
In addition to the $8 billion peso grand prize, the lottery offers a tiered prize structure with multiple opportunities to win. The prize plan includes:
- A secondary prize of $300 million pesos.
- A third prize of $200 million pesos.
- A fourth prize of $100 million pesos.
- Fifth, sixth, and seventh prizes each worth $50 million pesos.
- 29 additional prizes of $10 million pesos each.
This structure increases the chances of participants winning significant amounts, even without matching the main winning number.
How to Play and Claim Prizes
Each lottery ticket consists of a four-digit number and a series and can be purchased as a whole or in fractions. The grand prize is awarded to those who correctly match both the number and series. Secondary and consolation prizes are awarded for partial matches, according to the established prize plan.
- Grand prizes must be claimed directly from Lotería del Cauca, adhering to all legal requirements.
- Smaller prizes can be redeemed through authorized distributors and lottery retailers.
With this Saturday’s draw, Lotería del Cauca continues a long-standing tradition that generates anticipation among Colombians hoping for a stroke of luck.
