Lottery enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the Mega Millions drawing, which features a substantial jackpot of $138 million. This exciting event takes place tonight, December 30, 2025, at 11 p.m. ET. Players in various states, including New York, can participate by purchasing tickets at local retailers or online.
Mega Millions Drawing Details
The Mega Millions jackpot of $138 million follows the previous win of $90 million, which was claimed by a single winner from New Jersey on December 2.
Winning Numbers
The winning numbers for December 30, 2025, are:
- 18
- 69
- 43
- 49
- 63
- Mega Ball: 6
Players are encouraged to check their tickets to see if they are the next jackpot winner. As this information unfolds, details regarding the winners will be available on the Mega Millions website.
Next Drawing
After tonight, the next Mega Millions drawing will occur on Friday, January 2, 2026. Drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET.
Ticket Purchase Information
In New York, ticket sales remain open until 10 p.m. on the night of the draw. In neighboring New Jersey and Connecticut, players can buy tickets until 10:45 p.m. The cost to play Mega Millions is $5 per ticket.
Multiplier and Prize Structure
The updated game features a built-in multiplier, which can enhance non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, or even 10x. This multiplier is included in the ticket price and is randomly assigned to each play.
Top Mega Millions Jackpots
Historically, the top Mega Millions jackpots are as follows:
| Amount | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| $1.602 billion | August 8, 2023 | Florida |
| $1.537 billion | October 23, 2018 | South Carolina |
| $1.348 billion | January 13, 2023 | Maine |
| $1.337 billion | July 29, 2022 | Illinois |
| $1.269 billion | December 27, 2024 | California |
Understanding Mega Millions Prizes
To win the Mega Millions jackpot, players must match five white balls plus the gold Mega Ball. Additional prize tiers are available for various combinations, with smaller payouts for matching fewer numbers.
Winning Odds
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 290,472,336. However, numerous smaller prizes exist for matching fewer numbers.
Claiming the Prize
Winners can choose between an annuity or a cash lump sum. The annuity consists of one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments that increase by 5% each year. Alternatively, the cash option provides a one-time sum equivalent to the total jackpot amount.
For anyone interested in playing the Mega Millions, it’s simple to obtain a ticket. Visit a local convenience store, grocery outlet, or gas station, or you may opt for online purchase where available.
