No one has won either of America's two major jackpot games in weeks, and tonight both draw at the same estimated prize: $526 million each, according to Powerball and multiple state lottery agencies.

What are the jackpots tonight?

Powerball's jackpot stands at an estimated $526 million (annuity), with a cash value of $233.5 million before taxes, according to the Louisiana Lottery and powerball.com. The Mega Millions jackpot is also estimated at $526 million (annuity), with a cash value of $233.5 million before taxes, according to the Louisiana Lottery and the Virginia Lottery.

When is tonight's Powerball drawing?

The Powerball drawing is at 10:59 p.m. ET (9:59 p.m. CT, 8:59 p.m. MT, 7:59 p.m. PT) at the Florida Lottery draw studio in Tallahassee, according to Powerball. Exact ticket-sale cutoff times vary by state, so check with your state lottery before purchasing.

When is tonight's Mega Millions drawing?

The Mega Millions drawing is at 11 p.m. ET (10 p.m. CT, 9 p.m. MT, 8 p.m. PT), according to the Louisiana Lottery. Ticket cutoffs vary by state; in Louisiana, tickets must be purchased by 9 p.m. local time on the day of the drawing, according to the Louisiana Lottery.

How did the jackpots get this large?

The Powerball jackpot climbed to $526 million after no one matched all six numbers on Wednesday, July 15, according to Powerball. That makes it the third-largest lottery prize in the United States so far in 2026, according to Forbes. The last major jackpot claimed this year was a $533 million Mega Millions prize won by a ticket buyer in Illinois in March, according to Forbes.

What are the odds of winning?

The jackpot odds are 1 in 292.2 million for Powerball and 1 in 290.4 million for Mega Millions, according to Forbes. The overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 25 for Powerball, according to the Louisiana Lottery. See the full prize-and-odds breakdown for each game.

Annuity or cash: what would a winner receive?

A Powerball jackpot winner can choose either the $526 million paid across 30 annual graduated installments or a one-time cash payment of $233.5 million before taxes, according to Powerball. Both figures are before federal and state taxes. Winners have 60 days after ticket validation to choose a payment option, according to the Louisiana Lottery.

How late can you buy a ticket tonight?

Ticket-sale cutoffs vary by state and by game. In many states, sales close 60 to 90 minutes before each drawing; check your state's lottery calendar or your retailer for the precise deadline in your area.

Where can I check my numbers after the drawing?

You can check your Powerball ticket and check your Mega Millions ticket on WonYet as soon as official results are posted tonight. Each ticket is valid only for the single drawing date printed on it; a ticket bought tonight is not eligible for future drawings.

What happens if no one wins tonight?

If neither jackpot is won, both will roll over and grow for their next scheduled drawings. Powerball draws again Monday, July 20, and Mega Millions draws again Tuesday, July 21. Both jackpots have been rolling for an extended stretch in 2026, reflecting the long odds of any single drawing producing a winner.

Sources: Powerball (official) · Louisiana Lottery (Powerball) · Louisiana Lottery (Mega Millions) · Virginia Lottery (Mega Millions) · Forbes · Wilson County Source

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