The Mega Millions jackpot has been steadily growing since December 2023, with no winners in sight. As the next drawing approaches on Tuesday night, the jackpot is nearing $700 million, currently estimated at $650 million with a cash option of $308.6 million.
The record Mega Millions jackpot of $1.602 billion was won in August 2023 by a single ticket holder from Neptune Beach, Florida. Mega Millions drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. EST, with the winning numbers announced shortly after.