The next Mega Millions drawing could be a record-setting one with an estimated $965 million jackpot — a number that would place it near the ten richest lottery jackpots in history — but you need to know how to get a Mega Millions ticket in New Jersey to have a chance at the multimillion-dollar windfall.
If you’re feeling lucky, here’s what you need to know about buying Mega Millions lottery tickets in New Jersey.
The next Mega Millions drawing will be held at 11 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14.
Mega Millions lottery tickets are $5, according to the New Jersey Lottery.
You’ll need to purchase your tickets in cash only at authorized lottery retailers in New Jersey. And you’ll need to make your lottery ticket purchase no later than 10:45 p.m. on drawing days.
New Jersey Lottery has a few pointers for first-time Mega Million lottery players.
“Pick five numbers between 1-70, and one Mega Ball number between 1-24. If you’d rather have the lottery computer randomly select your numbers for you, ask your Retailer for a ‘Quick Pick.’ Or if you’re using a play slip, mark the Quick Pick circle,” Advised the New Jersey Lottery website. “Select how you want to be paid if you win – either Annuity or Cash (the value of the advertised estimated jackpot in a lump sum).
“Give your play slip to your retailer. All sales are final.”
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Damon C. Williams is a Philadelphia-based journalist reporting on trending topics across the Mid-Atlantic Region.