Mega Millions Hits $1 Billion for Christmas Eve Drawing – Are You the Next Winner?

The Mega Millions jackpot has skyrocketed to an estimated $970 million, drawing immense excitement across the nation. As millions purchase their tickets, this holiday season could bring a life-changing gift for one lucky winner.

Winning Numbers for December 24, 2024

The winning numbers for the December 24, 2024 Mega Millions drawing are:
38, 45, 14, 46, 11
Mega Ball: 3
Megaplier: 3x

Did Anyone Win the Mega Millions Jackpot?

Details about whether there was a jackpot winner are yet to be confirmed. Stay updated by visiting the official Mega Millions website for announcements.

Next Mega Millions Drawing

Mark your calendars! The next Mega Millions drawing is on:

• Friday, December 27, 2024, at 11:00 PM ET.

How Late Can You Buy a Mega Millions Ticket?

• New York: Ticket sales close at 10:00 PM on draw nights.
• New Jersey & Connecticut: Sales close at 10:45 PM.

Tickets cost $2 each, and additional features like the Megaplier are available for $1.

What Is the Megaplier?

The Megaplier boosts non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, or even 5x. It is drawn before the main Mega Millions numbers and can significantly increase your winnings.

Top 10 Mega Millions Jackpots of All Time

1. $1.602 billion – August 8, 2023 (Florida)
2. $1.537 billion – October 23, 2018 (South Carolina)
3. $1.348 billion – January 13, 2023 (Maine)
4. $1.337 billion – July 29, 2022 (Illinois)
5. $1.1 billion – March 23, 2024 (New Jersey)
6. $1.05 billion – January 22, 2021 (Michigan)
7. $800 million – September 10, 2024 (Texas)
8. $656 million – March 30, 2012 (Three winners in Illinois, Kansas, Maryland)
9. $648 million – December 17, 2013 (Two winners in California, Georgia)
10. $560 million – June 4, 2024 (Illinois)

Mega Millions Prize Structure

• Match 5 White Balls + Mega Ball: Jackpot
• Match 5 White Balls: $1 million
• Match 4 White Balls + Mega Ball: $10,000
• Match 4 White Balls: $500
• Match 3 White Balls + Mega Ball: $200
• Match 3 White Balls: $10
• Match 2 White Balls + Mega Ball: $10
• Match 1 White Ball + Mega Ball: $4
• Match Mega Ball Only: $2

Odds of Winning the Mega Millions Jackpot

The odds of matching all five white balls and the Mega Ball are 1 in 302,575,350. While the odds may seem slim, every ticket holds the potential for life-changing fortune.

What Happens If You Win?

Winners can choose between two payout options:

1. Annuity: One immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments, each 5% larger than the last to account for inflation.
2. Cash Option: A one-time lump sum of the jackpot prize pool.

If multiple people win, the jackpot is divided equally among all winning tickets.

How to Play Mega Millions

1. Pick Six Numbers: Choose five numbers from 1 to 70 (white balls) and one number from 1 to 25 (Mega Ball).
2. Quick Pick: Let the system randomly select your numbers.
3. Add Megaplier: For an extra $1, multiply non-jackpot winnings by up to 5x.

Make This Holiday Season Unforgettable

With the Mega Millions jackpot reaching staggering heights, this could be the perfect time to try your luck. Remember to play responsibly and stay tuned for updates on this thrilling Christmas Eve drawing.