Tonight is your chance to win big as the FL lottery reaches astronomical jackpot levels, with Mega Millions drawing at 11 PM ET and the Powerball jackpot soaring to $1.25 billion for Wednesday’s drawing. Florida players are gearing up for back-to-back lottery excitement with life-changing prizes on the line. Here’s everything you need to know about tonight’s games and what draws happen next.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Mega Millions drawing tonight (Tuesday, December 16) at 11:00 PM ET with $80 million jackpot
- Powerball next drawing Wednesday, December 17 at 10:59 PM ET with $1.25 billion jackpot and $572.1 million cash option
- 5 Florida tickets won $1 million prizes recently in Powerball drawings
- No grand prize winner from Monday’s $1.1 billion Powerball drawing, causing jackpot to roll over
Mega Millions Tonight: $80 Million Prize Available
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The Mega Millions drawing happens tonight at 11:00 PM Eastern Time, giving players across the nation and in Florida a chance to win the estimated $80 million jackpot. The cash value for this drawing stands at $36.2 million for those who prefer an immediate payout instead of an annuity option.
Each Mega Millions ticket costs $5 and you must match 5 numbers from 1-70 plus the Mega Ball from 1-24 to win the jackpot. Last Friday’s drawing (December 12, 2025) saw winning numbers of 10, 50, 55, 58, 59 with Mega Ball 5, but no jackpot winner came forward, keeping the prize available for tonight’s drawing.
Powerball’s Record-Breaking $1.25 Billion Jackpot
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The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an astounding $1.25 billion after no winning ticket matched all six numbers on Monday, December 15. This makes it one of the largest jackpots in recent lottery history, with a cash value of $572.1 million available to winners choosing the lump sum option instead of the 30-year annuity.
The next Powerball drawing takes place Wednesday, December 17 at 10:59 PM ET. To win, players must match all five white ball numbers (1-69) plus the red Powerball (1-26). Monday’s winning numbers were 23, 35, 59, 63, 68 with Powerball 2. Despite extensive play, nobody hit the jackpot, creating this historic rollover opportunity for Florida players and lottery enthusiasts nationwide.
Recent Florida Lottery Success Stories
| Lottery Game | Recent Jackpot Amount | Florida Winners |
| Powerball (Dec 15) | $1.1 Billion | 5 tickets won $1 million |
| Powerball (Dec 13) | $1 Billion | 4 tickets won $1 million |
| Mega Millions (Dec 13) | Rolling Jackpot | Tickets sold statewide |
| Powerball Historic | $2.04 Billion (Nov 2022) | Record U.S. lottery winner |
Florida continues to be a hotbed for Powerball winners, with multiple $1 million-winning tickets sold in recent weeks. The Florida Lottery operates from its official draw studio in Tallahassee, hosting all official drawings for both Powerball and other lottery games. Winners earning $250,000 or more in Florida can remain anonymous under state law.
How to Check Results and Purchase Tickets
Florida residents and players nationwide can purchase tickets at authorized lottery retailers including convenience stores, supermarkets, and gas stations throughout the state. Ticket purchases close at 10:00 PM ET for Mega Millions and well before 10:59 PM ET for Powerball, so don’t wait until the last minute.
To check if you’ve won, visit the official Florida Lottery website at floridalottery.com or check your local lottery retailer’s scanner. You can also watch live drawings on television or through the official lottery channels to see results in real-time as they happen.
What Happens If You Win Either Jackpot Tonight?
If you win the Mega Millions $80 million jackpot tonight, you become instantly eligible to change your life dramatically. Lottery officials recommend winners check results carefully and sign the back of their ticket immediately to establish ownership. Most states allow winners to claim prizes within a specific timeframe, usually one year from the drawing date.
The same applies to Powerball winners, who should verify their numbers against official results and contact lottery officials to claim their prize responsibly. Florida’s lottery commission handles all official prize distribution, and winners can contact 1-850-487-7464 to speak with lottery representatives about their winning ticket. Always play responsibly and never spend more on lottery tickets than you can afford to lose, remembering that the odds of winning are more than 290 million to 1.
Sources
- Florida Lottery Official – Draw times, jackpot amounts, and winning numbers
- Powerball.com – Official Powerball drawings and prize information
- MegaMillions.com – Official Mega Millions drawings and results
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