Powerball jackpot drawing today: Check total prize money, winning numbers, time, cash option and other details

The next Powerball drawing will take place later today, and the good news for players is that the jackpot has climbed to a substantial amount after no ticket matched all six numbers in Saturday's draw. The jackpot has been growing since a single ticket sold in Illinois won $1.04 billion on August 12, 2026. No ticket has matched all six numbers in the subsequent drawings, allowing the prize to roll over.

Here is everything to know about today's Powerball jackpot drawing, including the prize money, drawing time and how to play.

How much is the Powerball jackpot tonight?

According to reports, the Powerball jackpot for Monday, October 26, is estimated at $687 million. The winner can choose between an annuity worth the advertised jackpot or a one-time lump-sum payment.


The estimated cash option for Monday's drawing is $294.7 million. Note that both prize amounts are before federal and applicable state or local taxes.

What time is the Powerball drawing today?

Powerball drawings are held three times a week, on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Today's drawing will take place at 10:59 p.m. ET. Players can watch the drawing live on the official Powerball website and view videos on its YouTube channel.

The next regularly scheduled drawing after Monday night will take place on Wednesday, October 28, at 10:59 p.m. ET.

What were the Powerball winning numbers for October 24, 2026?

The winning numbers for Saturday, October 24, were:

• White balls: 4, 5, 15, 19 and 55
• Red Powerball: 19
• Power Play multiplier: 2X

No ticket matched all five white balls and the red Powerball to win the jackpot. There were also no Match 5 + Power Play winners or $1 million Match 5 winners, according to the reported results.

These numbers are for the October 24 drawing and are not the winning numbers for Monday's draw.

When is the deadline to buy Powerball tickets tonight?

If you want to participate in the Powerball lottery, be aware that there is a deadline for purchasing tickets. According to reports, ticket sales generally close one to two hours before the scheduled drawing.

You should check with your local lottery for the exact cutoff time. Buying a ticket close to the drawing without checking the deadline could mean missing the draw.

How much does a Powerball ticket cost?

A standard Powerball ticket costs $2 per play. Players can also pay an additional $1 for the Power Play option, which can multiply eligible non-jackpot prizes.

The Power Play multiplier can be 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X or 10X, subject to the game's rules. The Match 5 prize with Power Play is $2 million.

How do you play Powerball?

To play Powerball, participants must select six numbers:

• Five white-ball numbers from 1 to 69.
• One red Powerball number from 1 to 26.

Players can select their own numbers or choose Quick Pick, which generates a random set of numbers.

To win the jackpot, a ticket must match all five white-ball numbers in any order and the red Powerball number. If no ticket matches all six numbers, the jackpot rolls over to the next drawing.

Powerball tickets are sold in 45 US states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. Ticket purchases must comply with applicable local laws and age requirements.

What are the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot?

The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are approximately 1 in 292.2 million.

There are nine prize categories, ranging from matching only the red Powerball to matching all five white balls and the red Powerball. The odds of winning any prize are better than the odds of hitting the jackpot, but winning a prize does not necessarily mean winning a large amount.