Wondering when the next Mega Millions drawing takes place? Here's the Mega Millions schedule, the draw time, and when ticket sales close.
What days is Mega Millions drawn?
Mega Millions drawings are held twice a week — every Tuesday and Friday. If no one matches all six numbers, the jackpot rolls over and grows for the next draw.
What time is the Mega Millions drawing?
The draw takes place at 11:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on drawing nights — that's 10:00 p.m. Central, 9:00 p.m. Mountain, and 8:00 p.m. Pacific.
When do ticket sales stop?
As with other big games, ticket sales close before the drawing, usually 1–2 hours ahead, and the exact cut-off depends on your state. Buying earlier in the evening is the safe bet.
How to check the results
Winning numbers, jackpots and Megaplier values are listed on our Mega Millions results page, with frequency analysis on the Mega Millions statistics page. You can also compare all games side by side on the full lottery data dashboard.
Quick summary
- Days: Tuesday and Friday
- Time: 11:00 p.m. ET
- Sales cut-off: typically 1–2 hours before the draw (varies by state)
Note: schedules can occasionally change around holidays. For official confirmation of any specific drawing, always check the official Mega Millions source. Play responsibly — for entertainment only.