Hey, Mega Millions lottery fans! Once you order your Mega Millions ticket, now what? Do you want to watch the Mega Millions drawing live or catch up on the latest drawing on YouTube?
Mega Millions drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday night at 11PM ET. Here is where to watch the Mega Millions drawing live.
Watch Mega Millions Drawing Live on TV
One of the most popular ways to watch the Mega Millions drawing is to tune in to your local TV station. The drawing is usually broadcast live on various TV channels, including ABC, CBS, and NBC. Check your local listings for the channel holding the drawing in your area. If you prefer to watch the drawing in person, you can also visit the Mega Millions WSB-TV studio in Atlanta, Georgia where the live drawings are supervised by the Georgia Lottery.
Check out Mega Millions announcer John Crow giving his signature intro: “Let’s see if I can make you a millionaire tonight!”
Watch Mega Millions Live on the Internet
If you prefer to watch the Mega Millions drawing on the internet, you can visit the official Mega Millions website, where the drawing is streamed live every Tuesday and Friday at 11 PM ET.
Watch on YouTube
Mega Millions has its own YouTube channel where it posts the recording of the drawing after it is broadcast on TV. You can also watch past drawings from previous days and weeks on their channel.
Get the Mega Millions Results
Whether you prefer to watch the drawing in person or from the comfort of your own home, you have plenty of options to choose from.
And if it’s the winning numbers you’re after, you can always check the Mega Millions results on the official Mega Millions website.
Get the latest Arizona lottery results and winning numbers for all state games.
Good luck to all the Mega Millions players out there!
FAQs
What time is the next Mega Millions drawing?
Watch the Mega Millions drawing tonight live every Tuesday and Friday:
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11 PM ET
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10 PM CT
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9 PM MT
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8 PM PT
Mega Millions are drawn live at the WSB-TV studios in Atlanta, Georgia, and the drawings can be watched live, in person.
Is there a cut-off time for the Mega Millions drawing?
Each state has different cut-off times for Mega Millions ticket orders. If you try your luck online, the cut-off time will be earlier than the official state cut-off to give your lottery courier time to fulfill your ticket orders on your behalf. Check your local lottery website for the deadline to get tickets for your state
Can I view the numbers from past drawings?
Yes! If you missed the Mega Millions drawing tonight live, you can check out the results for the game on the Mega Millions website.
This article originally appeared on Jackpocket.com and was syndicated by MediaFeed.org
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Congrats, You Won a Mega Millions Prize! This Is How Long Do You Have to Claim It, By State
Did you recently find yourself a winner of a significant Mega Millions prize? Woo-hoo! Are you doing a happy dance? No? Well, get dancing, and picture us with you! If you won the grand prize, congratulations! You beat the one in 302 million odds.
And now that you’ve won, there are several things to think about when it comes to claiming your prize. One of the biggest questions you probably have?
How long do you have to claim the Mega Millions prize?
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The answer to the question of how long you have to claim Mega Millions is this: It varies by state. That’s why it’s important to check drawing results promptly and be aware of the deadlines to claim your prize based on your location.
Check out our handy list below to see your state’s Mega Millions claim time limit:
(Related: Here Are the Luckiest Mega Millions Numbers in 2024)
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 90 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 182 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: Six months
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 90 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 60 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 90 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: One year
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: Six months
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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Length of time to claim your prize after the drawing: 180 days
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So you learned how to play the Mega Millions. Luck has shined down upon you, and the top prize is nearly yours. But there is one significant decision to make before you turn in your ticket:
Cash or Annuity?
If your prize is large enough, you will need to decide whether to take the estimated value of the prize all at once or split the payments up over time.
With the annuity option, one payment is received immediately, and then the winner receives 29 additional annual payments until the entire prize has been paid out. This is a great way to spread payments over the lifetime of the winner.
The cash option provides an estimated value over the annuity option, and the entire prize is paid out at once. This is a highly popular option as people want their winnings as soon as possible and don’t necessarily want to wait for additional funds to be provided in the future.
While you’re excited to claim your prize, you have time to get everything in order. Take the time to consult with professionals who can help you figure out the details.
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If the state where you ordered your lottery ticket is different from your home state, you will need to return to the state where you ordered your ticket to claim your prize
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You can always find the length of time you have to claim your prize (in person or by mail) on the state’s lottery website for the state where you got your ticket. You can also contact the state lottery’s customer service line or visit a local lottery retailer for more details.
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For many prizes, don’t expect to walk in the door of your local lottery commission and walk out with a check. Many lotteries take a few weeks to validate and process your ticket and will send a check to you. Depending on your state and the amount won, you can claim your winnings by mail, or you may need to visit a lottery location in person. See your state lottery website for more information.
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Many people, especially really big winners, might want to claim their winnings anonymously. Whether or not you can depends on your state. Your state lottery website will have all the information about whether or not anonymity is available to you. If nothing else, you can set up a trust and claim the ticket in the name of the trust, which provides some semblance of privacy for claiming your winnings.
This article originally appeared on Jackpocket.com and was syndicated by MediaFeed.org.
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