Limerick Lotto Player Secures Major Easter Windfall
A lucky Lotto player in Limerick has received a significant financial boost just in time for the Easter holidays. After matching five main numbers and the bonus in the Saturday, April 4, 2026, draw, the winner scooped a prize of €51,393.
While the player narrowly missed the life-changing €5.6 million jackpot by a single number, the five-figure consolation prize remains a substantial win. The National Lottery confirmed that the winning Quick Pick ticket was purchased on the day of the draw at Centra Monaleen, Monaleen Stores in Castletroy, Co. Limerick. For those who played in the Saturday draw, the winning numbers were 1, 7, 14, 31, 35, 39, with the bonus number being 20.
How to Claim National Lottery Prizes
The National Lottery advises all winners to take immediate steps to secure their prize. Winners should sign the back of their ticket and contact the National Lottery Prize Claims team via the following channels:
- Phone: 1800 666 222
- Email: claims@lottery.ie
Once contact is established, the lottery will make arrangements for the winner to collect their prize at Lottery Headquarters.
A Trend of Big Wins Across Ireland in 2026
The recent Limerick win is part of a series of high-value payouts across Ireland in the first quarter of 2026. The lottery has already seen several millionaires and high-tier winners emerge this year.
The Rise of the 2026 Millionaires
In March 2026, a player from Cork became the fourth National Lottery millionaire of the year. This windfall occurred during a special Lotto Plus Raffle event on Saturday, March 14, where a single ticket was selected to win an additional €1 million on top of the standard €500 raffle prize, totaling €1,000,500.
Other Notable Regional Wins
Beyond the million-euro prizes, other counties have seen significant wins recently:
- Kildare and Galway: During the March 14 draw, two players—one in Kildare and one in Galway—each won €42,191 by matching five numbers and the bonus. The Kildare ticket was purchased at Supervalu Newbridge, and the Galway ticket was bought at Spar, Carrowkeel, Kiltullagh, Athenry.
- Kildare: Earlier in March, another player in Kildare secured a prize exceeding €338,000.
Historical Context: EuroMillions Success in Limerick
Limerick’s streak of luck extends back to 2025. In August of that year, a player from Co. Limerick won €500,000 in the EuroMillions Plus draw. That winning ticket was purchased from Day Today Rathkeale, New Line, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick.
Key Takeaways: Recent Major Irish Wins
| Date | Location | Prize Amount | Game/Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 4, 2026 | Limerick | €51,393 | Lotto (5 + Bonus) |
| March 14, 2026 | Cork | €1,000,500 | Lotto Plus Raffle |
| March 14, 2026 | Kildare/Galway | €42,191 (each) | Lotto (5 + Bonus) |
| August 15, 2025 | Limerick | €500,000 | EuroMillions Plus |
As the National Lottery continues to distribute prizes across the country, players are reminded to check their tickets carefully, especially following special raffle events or high-jackpot draws.