NC Lottery Friday results recap for August 22, 2025
Friday night brought a full slate of draws across North Carolina’s lottery games, with players chasing big multis and several solid daily chances. Here are the winning numbers from Aug. 22 across the main games:
Mega Millions
– Numbers: 18, 30, 44, 48, 50
– Mega Ball: 12
Lucky for Life
– Numbers: 08, 19, 26, 27, 29
– Lucky Ball: 15
Pick 3
– Day draw: 8-9-2 (Fireball: 7)
– Evening draw: 8-7-3 (Fireball: 3)
Pick 4
– Day draw: 3-6-7-1 (Fireball: 5)
– Evening draw: 8-1-6-9 (Fireball: 8)
Cash 5
– Numbers: 10-13-32-36-40
Double Play
– Numbers: 01-10-12-26-38
What to know about claiming prizes
– NC Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $599 instantly.
– Prizes over $599 can be claimed by mail or in person at NC Lottery offices. When claiming by mail, winners must include a completed prize claim form, signed ticket, and copies of a government-issued photo ID and Social Security card.
– In person, signs the back of the ticket, completes a prize claim form, and brings photo ID and Social Security card to the appropriate claim center. Offices are located statewide, with Raleigh’s HQ able to cash prizes of any amount, and other regional offices typically handling prizes up to $99,999.
Where to claim (highlights)
– Asheville, Greensboro, Charlotte, Raleigh HQ, Greenville, and Wilmington claim centers operate weekdays and provide prize-cashing services. Hours are generally 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, with the Raleigh HQ handling larger prize amounts as noted.
Draw times and where to check more
– Powerball drawings: 10:59 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays
– Mega Millions drawings: 11 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays
– Lucky for Life drawings: 10:38 p.m. daily
– Pick 3 and Pick 4 draws: 3:00 p.m. and 11:22 p.m. daily
– Cash 5 drawing: 11:22 p.m. daily
– For payouts and previous drawings, results are posted on the NC Lottery site
A quick takeaway
– Friday’s results offered multiple ways to win, from the large Mega Millions and Lucky for Life jackpots to daily Pick 3 and Pick 4 prizes and Cash 5 payouts. If you played, remember to verify your numbers and follow the official claim steps if you’re a winner. Responsible play is key, and every draw gives players another chance to test their luck.
Summary and outlook
– The NC Lottery continues to provide a range of games with varying odds and prize structures, giving players frequent opportunities to win meaningful prizes. Whether you’re in it for the big jackpots or smaller daily prizes, staying informed on results and claim procedures helps ensure a smooth experience for winners and participants alike. Here’s hoping for another exciting week of results and chances to win.