MEGA MILLIONS HAD SOARED TO $970 MILLION

POWERBALL JACKPOT IS NOW $430 MILLION

TRENTON (Oct. 19, 2018) – With the Mega Millions jackpot rolling to $970 million for tonight’s drawing and Powerball hitting $430 million for tomorrow night’s drawing, New Jersey Lottery Acting Executive Director James Carey has some advice for procrastinators who planned on waiting until the last minute to buy their tickets.

This whopping $970 million jackpot is the largest that ever seen for Mega Millions making these busy days for New Jersey Lottery retailers and exciting ones for lottery players. Buy your tickets early and avoid what are sure to be some long lines later tonight and through tomorrow.

Remember, “Anything can happen in Jersey,” so New Jersey Lottery players should get in the games for their chances at these two big jackpots.

Playing the lottery is a form of entertainment and so players are urged to keep in mind the importance of playing responsibly!

Tonight’s $970 million Mega Millions drawing will be held at 11:00 pm. All New Jersey Lottery Mega Millions tickets must be purchased before 10:45 pm to participate in the drawing. The $430 million Powerball drawing will be held on Saturday, October 20th at 10:59 pm.