Merry Christmas Mega Millions Payoff: Jackpot Just Shy Of $1 Billion

The Mega Millions jackpot has reached near-record heights again.

After no one won Friday night’s drawing, the jackpot will be an estimated $944 Million for Tuesday night’s drawing. The cash option for Tuesday’s drawing is $429.4 million.

The winner of Friday’s jackpot would become the seventh largest jackpot winner since the game’s inception in 1996.

How do I you Mega Millions?

Mega Millions tickets cost $2 per play.

There are nine total ways to win a prize, from the jackpot to $2.

Players can pick six numbers from two separate pools of numbers: five different numbers from the white balls numbered 1-70 and one number from the gold balls numbered 1-25.

What time is Mega Millions drawing?

Mega Millions drawings are held two times a week. Drawings are every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m.

Where can I watch Mega Millions drawing?

Mega Millions drawings are broadcast on cable channel WGN or can be streamed on the Mega Millions website.

How late can I buy Mega Millions tickets?

Pools close at 10:45 p.m. on the day of drawings, according to the Ohio Lottery website.

How many numbers in Mega Millions do you need to win?

You only need to match one number in Mega Millions to win a prize. However, that number must be the Mega Ball, worth $2.

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