The Mega Millions jackpot has reached an impressive $825 million this holiday season, presenting a thrilling opportunity for players. In the latest draw, no tickets matched the drawn numbers—56, 66, 67, 68, 69, and 18—required to win the jackpot. However, several players enjoyed significant wins by matching five numbers, with four tickets earning $1 million each, two sold in California, as well as one in Louisiana and one in Oklahoma.
Additionally, a ticket purchased in North Carolina matched all five numbers and the megaplier, resulting in a $4 million payout. Some players also won as much as $40,000 by matching four numbers plus the Mega Ball. In total, 38 tickets won $10,000, with three of those sold in Illinois.
The next drawing for Mega Millions is scheduled for Friday, December 20, with a jackpot that, if won, would be the largest ever awarded in December, and ranks as the seventh largest in the history of the game. The cash option for a winning ticket would be approximately $382.2 million.
Since the inception of Mega Millions in 2002, there have been 13 jackpots won in December, mostly prior to Christmas. Interestingly, there has never been a jackpot win on Christmas Day itself, despite six draws being held on that date during previous years—2007, 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018, and 2020.
This year has seen only three jackpots awarded, marking the fewest in a single year since the game’s launch.
Amid the excitement, it’s important to remember that playing can be fun, but should always be done responsibly. The next Mega Millions drawing promises to add an extra layer of anticipation to the holiday season, inviting players to dream big in hopes of winning a life-changing prize.
Summary: The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to $825 million, with no jackpot winners in the latest draw. Several players won $1 million by matching five numbers and a $4 million prize was awarded in North Carolina. The next drawing takes place on December 20, with hopes high for a historic win this holiday season.