Lottery players across the country had their eyes on Friday night’s Mega Millions drawing, which featured an estimated $331 million jackpot.
The prize has continued to grow since the last jackpot-winning ticket was sold on March 17, when a single player in Ohio claimed a $60 million top prize.
Meanwhile, the Powerball jackpot has also climbed, reaching an estimated $172 million for its next drawing.
Mega Millions Winning Numbers for May 29, 2026
The winning numbers drawn on May 29, 2026, were:
19 – 24 – 47 – 59 – 65
Mega Ball: 7
Lottery officials will determine later whether any ticket matched all six numbers needed to claim the jackpot.
Players can review official results and prize information through Mega Millions lottery channels.
Was the Mega Millions Jackpot Won?
At the time the winning numbers were announced, officials had not yet confirmed whether a jackpot-winning ticket had been sold.
If one or more players matched all five white balls and the Mega Ball, they would share the estimated $331 million prize.
If no winning ticket is confirmed, the jackpot will continue to roll over and increase for the next drawing.
When Is the Next Mega Millions Drawing?
The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for:
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Mega Millions drawings are held twice each week:
- Tuesday
- Friday
Drawings take place at 11:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Mega Millions Ticket Purchase Deadlines
Ticket sales close shortly before each drawing, though cutoff times vary by state.
New York
Players can purchase tickets:
- In-store
- Online
Until 10:00 p.m. on drawing nights.
New Jersey and Connecticut
Players have until 10:45 p.m. to buy tickets on the evening of the drawing.
Each Mega Millions ticket costs $5.
Built-In Multiplier Increases Non-Jackpot Prizes
Mega Millions now includes a built-in multiplier feature that automatically boosts non-jackpot winnings.
The multiplier can increase prizes by:
- 2X
- 3X
- 4X
- 5X
- 10X
Unlike the former Megaplier option, this feature is included in the standard ticket price.
The multiplier value is randomly assigned and printed directly on the ticket next to each play.
Largest Mega Millions Jackpots in History
Mega Millions has produced some of the largest lottery prizes ever awarded in the United States.
Top 10 Mega Millions Jackpots
| Jackpot | Date | State |
|---|---|---|
| $1.602 Billion | Aug. 8, 2023 | Florida |
| $1.537 Billion | Oct. 23, 2018 | South Carolina |
| $1.348 Billion | Jan. 13, 2023 | Maine |
| $1.337 Billion | July 29, 2022 | Illinois |
| $1.269 Billion | Dec. 27, 2024 | California |
| $1.128 Billion | March 26, 2024 | New Jersey |
| $1.05 Billion | Jan. 22, 2021 | Michigan |
| $983 Million | Nov. 14, 2025 | Georgia |
| $810 Million | Sept. 10, 2024 | Texas |
| $656 Million | March 30, 2012 | Illinois, Kansas, Maryland |
Mega Millions Prize Structure
Players can win prizes at several levels depending on how many numbers they match.
| Match | Prize |
| 5 White Balls + Mega Ball | Jackpot |
| 5 White Balls | $2M, $3M, $4M, $5M or $10M |
| 4 White Balls + Mega Ball | $20,000 to $100,000 |
| 4 White Balls | $1,000 to $5,000 |
| 3 White Balls + Mega Ball | $400 to $2,000 |
| 3 White Balls | $20 to $100 |
| 2 White Balls + Mega Ball | $20 to $100 |
| 1 White Ball + Mega Ball | $14 to $70 |
| Mega Ball Only | $10 to $50 |
The final prize amount depends on the multiplier assigned to the ticket.
Odds of Winning the Mega Millions Jackpot
The odds of matching all five white balls and the Mega Ball to win the jackpot are approximately:
1 in 290,472,336
While the odds of winning the top prize are extremely long, millions of players continue participating for the chance to claim life-changing jackpots.
Jackpot Winners Can Choose Between Two Payment Options
Anyone who wins the Mega Millions jackpot can select one of two payout methods.
Annuity Option
The annuity provides:
- One immediate payment
- 29 annual payments afterward
Each annual installment increases by 5% over the previous payment, helping preserve purchasing power over time.
Cash Option
The cash option provides:
- A single lump-sum payment
This amount represents the cash value available in the jackpot prize pool at the time of the drawing.
If multiple tickets win the jackpot, the prize is divided equally among all winners.
How to Play Mega Millions
Players can purchase Mega Millions tickets at:
- Convenience stores
- Gas stations
- Grocery stores
- Authorized online lottery platforms in select states
To complete a play, participants choose:
- Five numbers from 1 to 70
- One Mega Ball number from 1 to 24
Players who prefer not to select their own numbers can request a Quick Pick or Easy Pick, allowing the lottery terminal to generate random selections automatically.