The Mega Millions lottery is making headlines this holiday season, with the next drawing taking place on Christmas Eve. The jackpot has skyrocketed to an impressive $970 million, following the absence of a winning ticket in the December 20 drawing worth $862 million. If someone wins on December 24, it will mark the largest jackpot ever recorded in December.
The drawing is scheduled for 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday. Notably, the last Mega Millions jackpot was won in Texas back in September, where a lucky player took home $810 million. Since that win, over 21.4 million tickets have been sold in the subsequent 29 drawings, highlighting the excitement surrounding the game.
For those looking to participate, a Mega Millions ticket is available for $2, with nine different ways to win varying prizes from $2 up to the massive jackpot. Players can purchase tickets at various retail locations or online through the official lottery courier, Jackpocket, which services numerous states including Arizona, New Jersey, and Texas, among others.
To participate, players choose five numbers from a pool of 1 to 70 and a Mega Ball from 1 to 25, or they can opt for a “Quick Pick” to have the numbers generated at random.
If you’re feeling lucky this holiday season, the Mega Millions offers a significant opportunity to turn dreams into reality, especially with the potential for life-changing winnings just a ticket away. Remember to play responsibly and within your means.
This exciting lottery event not only sparks hope for potential winners but also creates a buzz of anticipation during a festive time of year. Happy holidays and good luck to all participants this Christmas Eve!