The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed past half a billion dollars, and players across the United States are watching the numbers closely. The latest Mega Millions drawing took place on Friday, 13 November 2026, with an estimated jackpot of $555 million on the line. Here is everything you need to know about the latest results, the next draw, and how the game works.
Latest Mega Millions Drawing Results — Friday, 13 November 2026
The winning numbers for the Friday, 13 November 2026 draw were 10, 22, 33, 49 and 57, with the Mega Ball number 18. The jackpot heading into the draw was an estimated $555 million, with a cash lump-sum value of around $235 million. Draws take place every Tuesday and Friday night at 11:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Recent Mega Millions Results
The jackpot has been rolling over for weeks, growing with every draw that produces no top-prize winner. Here are the most recent results:
- Tuesday, 10 November 2026: 2, 18, 25, 30, 65 — Mega Ball 22 — jackpot $529 million, no jackpot winner
- Friday, 6 November 2026: 27, 34, 44, 53, 64 — Mega Ball 1 — jackpot $505 million
- Tuesday, 3 November 2026: 4, 24, 31, 62, 70 — Mega Ball 3 — jackpot $482 million
The 10 November draw alone produced more than 312,000 winners at lower prize levels, even though nobody matched all six numbers.
When Is the Next Mega Millions Drawing?
The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Tuesday, 17 November 2026 at 11:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Tickets must be bought before the cut-off time in your state, which is usually an hour or two before the draw. Check your local lottery for the exact deadline.
How Mega Millions Works
Under the current format, introduced in April 2025, players pick five white balls from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball from 1 to 24. Matching all six numbers wins the jackpot. The odds of hitting the jackpot are 1 in 290,472,336, which is why the prize can roll over for months and grow into the hundreds of millions. Lower-tier prizes are paid for matching fewer numbers, and every ticket now includes a built-in multiplier feature that can boost non-jackpot prizes.
Jackpot or Cash: What Winners Choose
Winners can take the jackpot as an annuity paid over 30 years or as a one-off cash lump sum. For a $555 million jackpot, the cash option is roughly $235 million before tax. Most winners choose the cash option, but the annuity pays out more in total over time. Either way, federal tax takes a large share, and state tax depends on where the ticket was bought.
How Long Has the Jackpot Been Growing?
The current jackpot run stretches back through October, with the prize climbing steadily from under $200 million as draw after draw produced no top winner. Long rollovers like this are not unusual for Mega Millions — the game’s huge odds mean the jackpot can grow for months — but each rollover pushes the prize higher and draws in more occasional players, which in turn pushes it higher still.
How to Check Your Numbers
Always check your ticket against the official results on the Mega Millions website or your state lottery’s site, and keep your ticket somewhere safe. Prizes generally must be claimed within 180 days of the draw, although the exact deadline varies by state. If you think you have won a large prize, sign the back of your ticket and contact your state lottery before telling anyone.
The Bottom Line
The Mega Millions drawing on Friday, 13 November produced the numbers 10, 22, 33, 49 and 57 with Mega Ball 18, and the jackpot now stands at an estimated $555 million heading into the next draw on Tuesday, 17 November. Whether you play every week or only when the jackpot climbs, remember that the lottery is a game of chance — play responsibly and within your means. For more celebrity and entertainment news, visit our homepage.