The Mega Millions jackpot has surged again after a draw with no big winner. For the upcoming 14 November 2025 drawing, the estimated jackpot is an astonishing $965 million, marking one of the largest in the game's history. This sweepstakes-style game continues to draw attention as the jackpot climbs and players weigh their chances of winning.
When and How to Buy Mega Millions Tickets
Tickets for tonight's draw need to be purchased before 11pm ET. Players can buy tickets at authorized retailers in the participating states or online if available.
- Cost of tickets: $5 per play (includes multiplier for non-jackpot prizes)
- Time of draw: 11pm ET
- Cash vs annuity: Winner has the option to choose either $251.7 million cash option lump sum or 30 payments over a period of time
Be wise and get your tickets early because when the jackpot is this large, there tend to be a lot of people buying tickets in a short time span.
Mega Millions Odds: Your Chance to Win Big
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million. These odds are astronomically low but you can still win. Despite the odds, every week millions of Americans play, with the dream of winning life-changing money. Even though smaller prizes are much easier to win, they can still produce winning excitement.
When Mega Millions Draws Take Place
Every Tuesday and Friday evening at 11:00 PM ET, Mega Millions draws will take place. Players will need to buy their tickets before the cut-off time, which is usually one to two hours before the draw occurs depending on your state. If you are able to watch the draw live or check the results after the draw has occurred, you will know if your ticket is a winning ticket. This is a great schedule that gives players several opportunities each week to play the game.
Mega Millions Old Jackpots
Here are some of the past Mega Millions jackpots from previous draws, showing how the prizes have changed over time. These past results give an idea of the draw history and winning patterns.
Why Mega Millions Is So Popular
The Mega Millions lottery is one of the most famous games in the U.S. because of its record jackpots, low cost of entry, and life-changing prizes. Now that the jackpot is currently $451 million, excitement is ramping up as players all over the country prepare for the next big draw on the date of September 23, 2025.
ALSO READ:
/content/stories/thumb/thumb691473867b0ca1.87247437.webp)
/content/stories/thumb/thumb6914685d4df694.67304524.webp)
/content/stories/thumb/thumb691463289e4833.54494640.webp)
/content/stories/thumb/thumb6914359a2895b3.43995682.webp)
/content/stories/thumb/thumb69142e815a1fc8.64399473.webp)
