Mega Millions winning numbers Friday, April 19, 2024 lottery drawing
After no grand prize winner from Tuesday's drawing, the Mega Millions jackpot for Friday is up to $178 million with a cash value of $79.6 million.
Ready to try your luck with Mega Millions? Here's everything you need to know.
Mega Millions winning numbers 4/16/24
The winning numbers from Tuesday, April 16 drawing were 21-26-36-44-59 and the Mega Ball was 2. The Megaplier was 4X.
Did anyone win the Mega Millions on Tuesday, April 16, 2024?
There was no grand prize winner, so the jackpot rose to $178 million with a cash value of $79.6 million.
What time is the next Mega Millions drawing?
The next drawing will be Friday, April 19, at 11 p.m. ET.
Mega Millions drawings are held two times a week, every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET.
What times does Mega Millions close?
In Delaware, tickets may be purchased until 9:45 p.m. ET on the day of the drawing.
In New Jersey and Pennsylvania, you can purchase tickets until 9:59 p.m.
How to play the Mega Millions lottery
When purchasing a Mega Millions ticket, you have the opportunity to select six numbers. The first five will be chosen from a range of 1 to 70 for the white balls, and the last number will be chosen from 1 to 25 for the coveted golden Mega Ball. For those who may find it daunting to pick their own numbers, the option to select Easy Pick or Quick Pick is available, which will generate the numbers for your ticket at random.
How much are Mega Millions tickets?
The Powerball costs $2 per play.
In Pennsylvania, you can buy tickets online: www.pailottery.com/games/draw-games/.
Tickets can be bought online as well in New Jersey: njlotto.com.
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