Powerball, Mega Millions Wins in Florida from Publix, Circle K

Multiple lottery winners in the Sunshine State this March

Mar. 27, 2026 at 10:05am

Though Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots have rolled over in March, several winners in Florida have nabbed substantial secondary prizes, including $10 million wins from tickets purchased at a Publix grocery store and a Circle K convenience store.

Why it matters

Lottery wins, even secondary prizes, can have a significant impact on individuals and communities. These stories highlight the excitement and life-changing potential of playing the lottery, while also underscoring the accessibility of purchasing tickets at common retail locations like grocery and convenience stores.

The details

In March 2026, Florida has seen a string of notable Powerball and Mega Millions wins, including a $10 million Powerball prize from a Circle K in Leesburg, a $10 million Mega Millions prize from a Publix in Vero Beach, and a $4 million Mega Millions prize from a liquor store in Plantation.

  • On March 11, 2026, a Powerball ticket from a Circle K in Leesburg, Florida won a $10 million prize.
  • On March 6, 2026, a Mega Millions player won a $4 million prize with a ticket purchased from Liquor and Wine Merchant in Plantation, Florida.
  • On March 13, 2026, a 'Friday the 13th' Mega Millions ticket purchased from a Publix in Vero Beach was worth $10 million.

The players

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The takeaway

These lottery wins in Florida demonstrate the excitement and potential life-changing impact that can come from playing the lottery, even for secondary prizes. The accessibility of purchasing tickets at common retail locations like grocery and convenience stores makes the lottery an enticing option for many.