The Mega Millions jackpot for the upcoming drawing on Tuesday, November 4, is estimated to reach an impressive $800 million, with a cash option available for $371.7 million. This follows the recent drawing on Friday, October 31, where no one matched all the numbers and thus no jackpot was awarded.
The next drawing will take place at approximately 11 p.m. ET, and players are encouraged to purchase their tickets ahead of time. The winning numbers from the October 31 drawing were 2-24-52-66-68, with the Megaball being 9.
To win a prize in Mega Millions, participants only need to match one number, specifically the Mega Ball, which is worth $2. Matching two numbers will not yield a prize unless one of those is the Mega Ball; however, a ticket matching one of the five main numbers alongside the Mega Ball is worth $4.
For those new to Mega Millions, a ticket costs $5 and players can choose to add a Megaplier for an additional $1, which gives a chance to multiply non-jackpot prizes. Drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday, and can be viewed live on YouTube.
The excitement surrounding the Mega Millions continues to grow, particularly as the current jackpot makes headlines. Historically, Mega Millions has produced some of the largest jackpots in lottery history, with millions of players hoping to change their lives with a single ticket. As the drawing approaches, the anticipation is sure to heighten as players across the country dream of winning big.