The Mega Millions jackpot has surged to a massive $250 million for Tuesday night’s drawing on October 29, 2024, with a cash option of $115.5 million. Excitement is building nationwide as players eagerly check their tickets, hoping to match all six numbers and become the latest Mega Millions millionaire. The highly anticipated drawing is set for 10:59 p.m. ET tonight, and many are wondering—will someone claim the life-changing prize?
Mega Millions Winning Numbers for October 29 Drawing
Tonight’s $250 million jackpot follows last Friday’s drawing, where no one matched all six numbers, causing the prize to grow once again. Friday night’s numbers were 23, 26, 35, 41, 43, with the Mega Ball 7 and a 2X Megaplier. As ticket holders across the U.S. wait for tonight’s results, they can watch the drawing live to see if their lucky numbers will bring them a fortune.
How to Win: Prize Details and Payouts
In Mega Millions, players have multiple ways to win—even matching just the Mega Ball can net a prize of $2. Matching one white ball and the Mega Ball will win $4, with higher payouts available as more numbers are matched. For a complete list of payout information, visit MegaMillions.com.
Upcoming Mega Millions Changes for April 2025
With jackpots and enthusiasm growing, Mega Millions will introduce exciting changes in April 2025. The cost of a Mega Millions ticket will increase to $5 per play, along with built-in multipliers on every play to enhance non-jackpot winnings by 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or even 10X. Future jackpots are expected to grow faster, with larger starting amounts and improved odds for jackpot wins.
Powerball Numbers for October 28, 2024
Meanwhile, Powerball players had a shot at a reset jackpot of $39 million on Monday night, following a jackpot win in Georgia last week. Monday’s Powerball winning numbers were 21, 27, 32, 48, 67, with the Powerball 17 and a 2X Power Play.
Biggest Mega Millions Wins of 2024
This year has been especially generous for Mega Millions players. Notable wins include a $1.13 billion jackpot in New Jersey this past March and a staggering $800 million jackpot in Texas in September. As tonight’s prize grows, the dream of joining the ranks of Mega Millions winners is alive across the nation.
