In Atlanta, Georgia, the Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday’s drawing has reached an impressive $306 million after going unclaimed on Friday. The excitement is building as players eagerly await the winning numbers set to be drawn around 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday.
With the potential to walk away with an estimated $141.6 million after taxes, the lucky winner of this massive jackpot could be in for a life-changing windfall. Just recently, a fortunate player in New Jersey snagged the massive $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot, setting the tone for what could be another lucky win.
The winning numbers for the Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday, May 7, are 63, 28 36, 66, and 26, with a Mega Ball of 15. The Megaplier for this drawing was 3X, adding to the excitement for participants.
For those feeling lucky and eager for a chance at winning big, purchasing a ticket at a local convenience store, gas station, or grocery store is the first step. And in select states, online ticket purchases are also an option. Players need to choose six numbers, five ranging from 1 to 70, and one gold Mega Ball number between 1 and 25 to test their luck.
To increase their non-grand prize winnings, players can choose to add the “Megaplier” for an additional $1, with the multiplier drawn before the main Mega Millions numbers on both Tuesday and Friday. The Megaplier offers various multiplier options, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game.
Tickets for the Mega Millions drawing can be purchased at physical locations like gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores, with some airport terminals also offering the option to buy tickets. Players in multiple states and territories can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, making it more convenient than ever to participate in the thrilling game of chance. Whether picking numbers in person or online, the anticipation and excitement of potentially hitting the jackpot are what keep players coming back for more.