Mega Millions Jackpot Soars to $800 Million Ahead of Next Drawing

UPDATE: The Mega Millions jackpot has skyrocketed to an astonishing $800 million ahead of its next drawing on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. This surge follows a series of jackpot wins earlier this year, with the last victory recorded in Virginia on June 27, 2025.

The jackpot’s current value is a result of no ticket matching the winning numbers drawn last Friday night, which were 2-24-52-66-68 with a Mega Ball of 9. The stakes have not been this high for a November drawing since 2016, capturing the attention of hopeful players nationwide.

It’s important to note that $371.7 million of the jackpot can be claimed as a lump-sum cash option. Tickets are available for $5 each, which include a potential multiplier that can enhance base prizes significantly.

The Mega Millions lottery is drawing interest not only for its life-changing potential but also due to the contributions it makes to local communities. Each ticket purchase supports designated good causes and retailer commissions in the state where they are sold. With the odds of winning any Mega Millions prize standing at 1 in 23 and the odds of clinching the jackpot at 1 in 290,472,336, excitement is palpable.

Since its inception in 2002, there have been 16 jackpots won in November, with the largest being a substantial $326 million prize awarded in New York on November 4, 2014. As the jackpot grows, so does the anticipation among players across the 45 states where Mega Millions tickets are sold, alongside Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

The New York Lottery, North America’s largest and most profitable lottery, has contributed $3.7 billion in Lottery Aid to Education for the fiscal year 2022-2023. This funding supports local school districts, ensuring that educational needs are met effectively.

In light of the rising jackpot and the excitement it generates, those in New York struggling with gambling addiction or knowing someone who is can seek help by calling the State’s toll-free, confidential HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369) or by texting HOPENY (467369). Remember, help is available.

With the drawing only days away, players are urged to purchase their tickets soon and join the frenzy of hope and excitement surrounding this massive jackpot. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story!