TRENTON (Aug. 8, 2023) – Due to increased sales across the nation, the Mega Millions jackpots have once again been increased. The Mega Millions jackpot now sits at $1.58 billion for tonight’s drawing. The cash value is $783.3 million.

Did you know? New Jersey Lottery players have taken home 26 Mega Millions jackpots! If a lucky New Jersey player wins the jackpot tonight, it will set the record for the largest single prize ever won in New Jersey history as well as Mega Millions history.

Our website features important information for players, including odds and prizes for Mega Millions as well as tips and guidelines for group or lottery pool play. If a player believes they have a winning ticket, we recommend signing the back of the ticket and taking a picture of both sides for security before checking the ticket with our app, website, or any New Jersey Lottery retailer. A winner of a large prize may wish to seek financial and legal consultation.

New Jersey Lottery Executive James A. Carey urges players to remember that playing the lottery is a form of entertainment and to keep in mind the importance of playing responsibly.

“Don’t miss out on this opportunity for your chances at this big jackpots,” Carey continued. “Anything can happen in Jersey! You only need one ticket to play the game.”