The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to an estimated $403 million ahead of the Friday, Oct. 16, drawing, with a cash option worth $162.1 million.
The jackpot has been growing since the last grand prize win on July 28, when a Florida player won $800 million. The winning ticket was sold at a Wawa in Bradenton, according to the reporting you provided.
Friday’s drawing is set for 11 p.m. ET, giving players another shot at a jackpot that has now topped $400 million. Here’s what to know about the jackpot, winning numbers and how to play.
What are the winning Mega Millions numbers for 10/16/2026?
USA TODAY will post the winning numbers for Friday’s Mega Millions lottery after the drawing at 11 p.m. ET
When is the next Mega Millions drawing?
The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, at 11 p.m. ET.
In this photo illustration, a pile of Mega Millions tickets sit on a counter on July 27, 2026 in San Francisco, California.
How to play the Mega Millions
he Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to an estimated $403 million ahead of the Friday, Oct. 16, drawing, with a cash option worth $162.1 million.
The jackpot has been growing since the last grand prize win on July 28, when a Florida player won $800 million. The winning ticket was sold at a Wawa in Bradenton, according to the reporting you provided.
Friday’s drawing is set for 11 p.m. ET, giving players another shot at a jackpot that has now topped $400 million. Here’s what to know before the numbers are drawn
What are the winning Mega Millions numbers for 10/16/2026?
USA TODAY will post the winning numbers for Friday’s Mega Millions lottery after the drawing at 11 p.m. ET
When is the next Mega Millions drawing?
The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, at 11 p.m. ET.
In this photo illustration, a pile of Mega Millions tickets sit on a counter on July 27, 2026 in San Francisco, California.
How to play the Mega Millions
Mega Millions tickets are sold at convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores and other lottery retailers. Some states also allow online purchases.
Players choose five white-ball numbers from 1 to 70 and one gold Mega Ball number from 1 to 24. Don’t want to pick your own? Ask for a Quick Pick, and the numbers will be generated for you.
Mega Millions tickets now come with a built-in multiplier that boosts non-jackpot prizes by two, three, four, five or 10 times. Previously, players had to pay extra to add the Megaplier option.
Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at fernando.cervantes@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @fern_cerv_.
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