The Mega Millions jackpot climbed to $253 million for the Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025 drawing after no ticket matched all six numbers in the Friday, Aug. 22 drawing. If a winner chooses the cash option, the one-time payout is $113.8 million.
This year has already seen four Mega Millions jackpot wins. The latest came on June 27 in Virginia for a $348 million jackpot. Earlier, Ohio players claimed a $112 million prize on April 18, Illinois saw a $344 million jackpot won on March 25, and another player took home $113 million on Jan. 17.
Winning numbers for Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025: 7, 12, 30, 40, 69, with the Gold Mega Ball 17.
No one matched all six numbers to win the jackpot, but two players from Florida and Mississippi each claimed substantial Match 5 prizes of $2 million and $3 million, respectively. For a full list of past winners, players can visit the Mega Millions website.
How to play Mega Millions
– Tickets are purchased similarly to other lottery games at gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores. In some states, tickets can also be bought online.
– A player selects six numbers: five white balls from 1 to 70 and a gold Mega Ball from 1 to 24. Quick Pick or Easy Pick options let the computer generate numbers.
– Tickets now include a built-in multiplier, which can boost non-jackpot prizes by 2, 3, 4, 5, or 10 times. Previously, players paid an extra dollar for the Megaplier.
Where to buy lottery tickets
– In person: Gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores are common outlets. Some airport terminals may also sell tickets.
– Online: Tickets can be ordered online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier used in several states and territories. The app lets you select games and numbers, view your ticket, and receive winnings, all via your phone or computer.
Jackpocket and regulatory notes
– Jackpocket serves as a digital lottery courier in listed states and territories. Users should be aware of age requirements (18+ generally; 21+ in Arizona, 19+ in Nebraska) and that the service is not affiliated with any state lottery. Gambling problem resources are provided in the app and related terms.
This article was updated with new information.
Bottom line: with no jackpot winner on the Aug. 22 drawing, the $253 million Mega Millions prize remains up for grabs on Tuesday, Aug. 26, offering another chance to turn a ticket into a life-changing payout. Players are reminded to play responsibly.