The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has reached a staggering estimated amount of $346 million for the drawing scheduled on Friday, February 6, 2026. Players have the option to take a cash payout of $156.1 million. This significant jackpot comes on the heels of a previous win in New Jersey, where a player claimed a $90 million jackpot on December 2, 2025.
In addition to the Mega Millions, the Powerball lottery is also exciting players with its own jackpot, currently standing at $102 million, which includes a cash option of $46.8 million.
For those hoping to strike it rich in the Mega Millions drawing, the winning numbers for February 6, 2026, are 13, 21, 25, 52, 62, and the Megaball is 19. The Mega Millions drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET.
To participate, players purchase a ticket for $5, which now includes a multiplier feature that can enhance non-jackpot prizes by up to ten times. Since changes were made to the game structure in April 2025, players select five numbers from 1 to 70 for the white balls and one number from a range of 1 to 24 for the Mega Ball. Tickets are available for purchase in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with a few exceptions such as Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah.
Purchasing options have also expanded, allowing tickets to be bought in person at various locations or ordered online via digital lottery couriers. The deadline for ticket purchases varies by state, so participants are encouraged to check local guidelines to ensure they don’t miss out on the chance to win.
Despite the thrill of the game, it is essential for players to remain mindful of the odds—currently at 290,472,336 to one for winning the jackpot. While winning may seem improbable, it can be a fun experience for many, as they daydream about how they might use a life-changing windfall.
In the realm of jackpots, the ability for winners to remain anonymous varies by state, with New Jersey now offering that option to lucky players. As the excitement builds for the upcoming drawing, hopeful participants can only wait and see if they will become the next big winner.