Official Rules

Rules & Regulations

Please review the official rules before purchasing tickets or claiming prizes.

Section 01

Eligibility & Participation

  • Need not be present to win. Remote participation available via live stream; winning numbers posted online.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older to purchase tickets or claim prizes.
  • Chester VFD officials, members, and members of their households are not eligible to participate.
  • A Fallbash Classic ticket serves as admission to the event. Companion passes available for $30 at the gate.
  • Beverages, snacks, and side games included with admission from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Food trucks available at additional cost.
  • All attendees must have a valid wristband to access beverages and games.
  • No gambling permitted on racetrack property.

Section 02

Early Bird Bonus

  • All Classic, Cash Frenzy, and Cash Box tickets purchased by June 1, 2026 are automatically entered into the Early Bird Bonus drawings.
  • $20,000 in total Early Bird prizes — 10 drawings of $1,000 each plus 2 drawings of $5,000 each.
  • Tickets purchased after June 1 are not eligible for Early Bird drawings.
  • Early Bird drawings conducted via ticket stub method prior to the main event.

Section 03

Purchasing Tickets

  • Tickets available online at chesterfallbash.com — ticket numbers delivered instantly.
  • In person at the Chester Fire Department or the American Legion — immediate issuance.
  • By mail — complete and mail the order form with check or money order to: CVFD, PO Box 255, Chester, WV 26034. Allow up to 4 weeks for delivery.
  • You may purchase as many tickets as you wish. Flyers may be copied for friends and family.
  • A $30 fee will be charged on all returned checks.
  • Unsold tickets become the property of the Chester Volunteer Fire Department.

Section 04

Drawings & Prize Claims

  • Classic, Cash Box, and Cash Frenzy use a 4-digit lotto ball drawing system. Winning ticket must match required digits.
  • VIP and 50/50 use a ticket stub (tumbler) drawing method.
  • Cash Frenzy and Cash Box tickets contain two numbers per ticket — each is a separate entry.
  • Winners will be notified by Certified Mail. Winning numbers posted at chesterfallbash.com.
  • Winners have 30 days to claim prizes unless otherwise specified. Valid ID required.
  • Prizes unclaimed after 30 days are forfeited to CVFD.

Section 05

Taxes, Legal & Compliance

  • Some prizes require federal withholding taxes prior to distribution. Winners must provide a valid Social Security Number.
  • CVFD will pay title, transfer, and applicable sales tax on vehicle and ATV prizes.
  • If a published prize is unavailable, it will be replaced with equal cash value. Cash values may not reflect MSRP.
  • All drawings subject to minimum ticket sales requirements. If not met, all monies will be fully refunded.
  • All prizes subject to local, state, and federal laws. All decisions of the CVFD Board of Directors are final.
  • Certain prizes (e.g., firearms) may require extended delivery time.
  • CVFD is not responsible for typographical errors, omissions, injuries, or damages arising from participation or prize use.

Questions about the rules? Contact us.