Telly Bingo

Telly Bingo (1999- )

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Telly Bingo is an Irish National Lottery draw that works like a traditional game of bingo, with a full house prize of €10,000 and the opportunity to win much more if you complete your card on or before the Snowball number is drawn. Telly Bingo was launched in 1999 and ticket holders watch the game take place every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday on television channel RTÉ One.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday, Thursday, Friday at 12:45 (15 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2025-07-11Episode 83Juli 11, 2025
2025-07-10Episode 82Juli 10, 2025
2025-07-08Episode 81Juli 8, 2025
2025-07-04Episode 80Juli 4, 2025
2025-07-03Episode 79Juli 3, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Telly Bingo' premiere?

'Telly Bingo' premiered in 1999.

Who were the main hosts of 'Telly Bingo'?

The main hosts of 'Telly Bingo' were John Creedon and Sinead Kennedy.

What was the format of 'Telly Bingo'?

'Telly Bingo' was a game show where contestants played bingo on live television for a chance to win cash prizes.

How many contestants participated in each episode of 'Telly Bingo'?

Each episode of 'Telly Bingo' featured multiple contestants.

Did 'Telly Bingo' have celebrity guests?

No, 'Telly Bingo' did not have celebrity guests.

What was the duration of each episode of 'Telly Bingo'?

The duration of each episode of 'Telly Bingo' varied.

Was 'Telly Bingo' broadcast live or pre-recorded?

'Telly Bingo' was broadcast live.

Were there any special events or theme nights on 'Telly Bingo'?

Yes, 'Telly Bingo' occasionally had special events or theme nights.

Did 'Telly Bingo' have a studio audience?

Yes, 'Telly Bingo' had a studio audience.

How many bingo games were played in each episode of 'Telly Bingo'?

Multiple bingo games were played in each episode of 'Telly Bingo'.

Were there any unique or innovative features in the bingo games on 'Telly Bingo'?

Yes, 'Telly Bingo' introduced various unique and innovative features in their bingo games.

Did 'Telly Bingo' feature any special guest callers?

Yes, 'Telly Bingo' occasionally featured special guest callers.

Were there any notable winners on 'Telly Bingo'?

Yes, there were several notable winners on 'Telly Bingo'.

Did 'Telly Bingo' have any spin-off shows or related programs?

No, 'Telly Bingo' did not have any spin-off shows or related programs.

Did 'Telly Bingo' have any international versions or adaptations?

No, 'Telly Bingo' did not have any international versions or adaptations.

How did 'Telly Bingo' contribute to the popularity of bingo in Ireland?

'Telly Bingo' played a significant role in popularizing bingo in Ireland.

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