UPDATE: The Powerball jackpot has surged to an astonishing $719 million following Wednesday’s drawing, which ended without any winners. This Saturday’s drawing promises a lump sum cash payout of $333.3 million, intensifying the excitement among lottery players nationwide.
The jackpot has been climbing steadily since the last grand prize winners on September 6, 2025. Two lucky tickets sold in Missouri and Texas matched all six numbers, splitting a record-breaking $1.8 billion prize—the second-largest in Powerball history. As the stakes rise, millions are expected to check their tickets in hopes of striking it rich.
The winning numbers for Saturday, November 29, 2025, have just been announced: 19-22-30-32-59, with the Powerball being 1. The Power Play multiplier is set at 2x, giving players an additional chance to boost their winnings.
When does the drawing happen? Powerball drawings occur live at 10:59 p.m. ET every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tickets cost just $2 and are available in 45 states, as well as the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The excitement surrounding the Powerball is palpable, especially considering that the top six largest Powerball jackpots have all exceeded $1 billion. The potential for life-changing prizes draws millions of participants, making it one of the most popular lottery games in the United States.
Here’s a quick look at the largest Powerball jackpots to date:
– $2.04 billion – November 7, 2022 – California
– $1.8 billion – September 6, 2025 – Missouri, Texas
– $1.765 billion – October 11, 2023 – California
– $1.586 billion – January 13, 2016 – California, Florida, Tennessee
– $1.326 billion – April 6, 2024 – Oregon
– $1.08 billion – July 19, 2023 – California
– $842.4 million – January 1, 2024 – Michigan
– $768.4 million – March 27, 2019 – Wisconsin
– $758.7 million – August 23, 2017 – Massachusetts
– $754.6 million – February 6, 2023 – Washington
With the jackpot now at $719 million, players are encouraged to purchase tickets and join the frenzy. As always, check your numbers right after the draw—you could be the next big winner!
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as Powerball continues to capture the imaginations of hopeful players across the nation.
