The Mega Millions jackpot has reached an estimated $800 million for tonight's drawing, Tuesday, July 28, 2026, making it the 10th-largest jackpot in the game's history, according to Mega Millions.

The one-time cash option is estimated at $344.2 million before taxes, according to the Texas Lottery and USA Mega.

How did the jackpot get this large?

No ticket has matched all six numbers in 37 consecutive drawings, according to Mega Millions. The jackpot has been building for 132 days since it was last won.

During those 37 rollovers, Mega Millions says it paid out almost $252.4 million in non-jackpot prizes, including 16 second-tier prizes of $1 million or more.

Is tonight's jackpot a record?

At $800 million, tonight's prize ranks as the 10th-largest in Mega Millions history, according to Mega Millions and multiple news outlets tracking the milestone. Only two Mega Millions jackpots have been won at all so far in 2026, making this a notably slow year for big wins, according to casino.org.

What is the cash option worth?

The advertised $800 million annuity prize would be paid out over 29 years, according to Mega Millions. The lump-sum cash option is estimated at $344.2 million before taxes, and federal and state withholding will reduce that figure further depending on where you live. See our lottery tax guide for a state-by-state breakdown.

When is tonight's drawing, and what time do sales close?

The drawing is at 11 p.m. ET (10 p.m. CT, 9 p.m. MT, 8 p.m. PT), according to Mega Millions. Ticket sales cut-off times vary by state and are typically 15 to 60 minutes before the draw, so check with your state lottery or our drawing calendar for your exact deadline.

What are the odds of winning?

The odds of matching all six numbers to win the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350, according to Mega Millions. The overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 24. See our odds guide for a full breakdown of every prize tier.

What happens if there is no winner tonight?

If no ticket matches all six numbers, the jackpot will roll over and the next drawing will be Friday, July 31, 2026. A new estimate will be posted after tonight's drawing on our Mega Millions numbers page.

How do I check my ticket?

Results will be posted shortly after 11 p.m. ET. You can check your numbers on our Mega Millions ticket checker as soon as results are official. Each ticket is only valid for the single drawing date printed on it.

Sources: Wisconsin Lottery · Texas Lottery · Casino.org · USA Inquirer · USA Mega

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