Mega Millions Jackpot Grows to $473 Million

Another Friday night drawing passes without a winner, pushing the prize closer to the $500 million mark.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 5:15am

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The Mega Millions jackpot has grown to $473 million after no tickets matched all six numbers in Friday's drawing. This marks the 25th consecutive drawing without a jackpot winner, setting the stage for a potential record-breaking payout in the upcoming Tuesday drawing.

Why it matters

Mega Millions is one of the most popular lottery games in the United States, with players across 45 states, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands participating. A jackpot of this size can generate significant excitement and anticipation, as well as increased ticket sales that benefit state lottery programs.

The details

The winning numbers drawn on Friday were 11, 18, 39, 43, 67, and the Mega Ball was 23. With no tickets matching all six numbers, the estimated jackpot for the next drawing on Tuesday has grown to $473 million. The odds of matching all five numbers plus the Mega Ball are 1 in 290,472,336, according to the Mega Millions Consortium.

  • The Friday, February 28, 2026 drawing marked the 25th consecutive drawing without a jackpot winner.
  • The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

The players

Mega Millions Consortium

The organization that operates the Mega Millions multi-state lottery game.

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What’s next

The next Mega Millions drawing with the $473 million jackpot will take place on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

The takeaway

With the Mega Millions jackpot continuing to grow, the upcoming drawing on Tuesday represents an opportunity for someone to win a life-changing amount of money. However, the odds of matching all six numbers remain extremely slim, underscoring the importance of playing responsibly and within one's means.