What Is the Voodoo Ranger Bet on 11 Sweepstakes?

Voodoo Ranger — the beloved IPA brand from New Belgium Brewing — is running one of the most exciting NCAA tournament-tied sweepstakes of 2026. The “Bet on 11” concept is simple: every time an 11-seed team wins a game in the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship, a new entry period opens up with fresh prizes to win.

The sweepstakes runs through up to six entry periods between March 9 and April 6, 2026. Each entry period that opens means more chances to win — including $11,000 cash grand prizes, a $5,000 first prize, 1,100 $5 Venmo prizes, and Voodoo Ranger merchandise.

You do NOT need to buy anything or upload a receipt to enter. Just submit a photo showing how you support your favorite team — same chances to win as everyone else.

The sweepstakes is sponsored by New Belgium Brewing Company, based in Fort Collins, Colorado, and administered by Avid Marketing Group. It’s a game of chance — no skill, no wager, no purchase required.

The Prizes — Up to $78,909 in Cash & Merch

There are four prize tiers in this sweepstakes, with a maximum total prize pool of $78,909 if all six entry periods occur:

Note: Grand Prize, First Prize, and Third Prize winners are contingent on a Qualifying Event (an 11-seed team winning a tournament game) occurring during each entry period. Second Prize (1,100 x $5 Venmo) will be awarded regardless. Grand and First Prize winners will receive a Form 1099 for tax purposes.

How to Enter Step by Step

You have two ways to enter — with or without a receipt. Both give you the exact same chances to win:

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  Click the ENTER HERE Button Below Go to the official entry page at www.voodooranger.com/contests/bet-on-11/
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  Fill Out the Entry Form Enter your full name, mailing address (no P.O. Boxes), email, phone number, and date of birth. Agree to the official rules.
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  Choose Your Entry Method With receipt: Upload a receipt showing a Voodoo Ranger purchase. Without receipt (FREE): Submit a photo showing how you support your favorite team. Same odds either way!
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  Enter Up to 3 Times Per Entry Period You can enter up to 3 times per entry period. Each new entry period that opens (when an 11-seed wins) gives you 3 more chances.
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  Watch for Winner Notifications Winners are notified by email or phone after each drawing. Grand and First Prize winners must respond within 3 days and complete required documents.

Who Can Enter — Eligibility

This sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the 50 US states and DC, excluding Utah. You must be 21 or older to enter. Here’s the full breakdown:

Timeline & Key Dates

The sweepstakes runs across up to six entry periods tied to the NCAA tournament. Here are all the key dates:

• March 9, 2026 — Entry Period 1 Opens First entry period begins at 12:00 AM ET. Closes March 20, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.
• March 21–22 — Entry Period 2 (if 11-seed wins) Opens only if a Qualifying Event occurred during Entry Period 1.
• March 23, 2026 — EP1 Winner Drawing 1,100 Second Prize ($5 Venmo) winners drawn, plus Grand Prize and First Prize winners from Entry Period 1.
• March 23–27 — Entry Period 3 (if 11-seed wins) Continues if Qualifying Events keep occurring through the tournament.
• March 28–April 4 — Entry Periods 4 & 5 Each contingent on the previous period’s Qualifying Event. Drawings on March 30.
• April 5–6, 2026 — Final Entry Period 6 Last possible entry period. Final drawing on April 7, 2026. Sweepstakes ends no later than April 6, 2026.

Tips to Maximize Your Chances

1. Enter Every Single Entry Period

Each new entry period gives you up to 3 fresh entries. Entries do NOT carry over between periods — you must enter again each time. Check back after every round of the tournament to see if a new period has opened.

2. You Do NOT Need a Receipt

The alternate method of entry is completely free. Just submit a photo showing how you support your favorite team — a selfie in team gear, a photo of your watch party setup, anything that shows team spirit. Your odds are identical to someone who uploaded a receipt.

3. Use Your Real Phone Number for Venmo

The 1,100 Second Prize winners ($5 each via Venmo) are paid to the phone number provided at entry. Make sure you enter your real Venmo-linked phone number or you won’t receive your prize.

4. Watch the Tournament Bracket

The more 11-seed teams win, the more entry periods open — and the more chances you have to win. Keep an eye on the bracket to know when new entry periods begin.

5. Respond to Winner Notifications Fast

Grand Prize and First Prize winners have only 3 days to respond to the notification email and submit required documents. Set alerts so you don’t miss it.

6. Enter Up to 3 Times Per Period

The limit is 3 entries per person per entry period. Use all 3 — each one is a separate chance in the random drawing. Just don’t use multiple email addresses; that will get you disqualified.

Frequently Asked Questions

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