UPDATE: The Powerball jackpot has skyrocketed to an astounding $1.1 billion for the upcoming Labor Day drawing on September 1, 2025, as no ticket matched all six winning numbers in Saturday’s draw. The cash option for this monumental prize is set at $498.4 million, making it the fifth largest jackpot in Powerball history and the 11th largest in U.S. lottery history.
According to the Powerball website, excitement is palpable as Americans prepare for a chance to win big on this holiday weekend. “America has waited all year for the chance to play for a billion-dollar jackpot, and what better time than Labor Day!” stated Matt Strawn, Chair of the Powerball Product Group and CEO of the Iowa Lottery. “With just one $2 ticket, you could win it all – all while supporting good causes close to home.”
Although the jackpot remains unclaimed, 12 players walked away with million-dollar prizes from Saturday’s drawing. Notably, three tickets sold in Colorado, Indiana, and New Hampshire won $2 million each by matching all five white balls with the Powerplay. Additional winners include five tickets from Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania that secured $1 million each, alongside four tickets in California winning amounts totaling $1,165,399.
The winning numbers from the August 30 drawing were 3 – 18 – 22 – 27 – 33 with Powerball 17, and the Powerplay multiplier was 3x.
Powerball drawings occur three times a week: on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET. Players are urged to check their local ticket purchasing deadlines to avoid missing out; for example, the deadline in New Jersey is 9:59 p.m. on drawing days, while New York has a cutoff at 10 p.m.
For anyone wondering how to play, tickets cost $2 each, with the option to add Power Play for an additional $1, increasing potential prizes. Players select five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. For convenience, players can utilize the lottery machine for a quick pick.
The drawing will be broadcast live on the lottery website, and viewers can also catch it on various local television stations. As the jackpot continues to grow, the odds of winning remain daunting at 292,201,338-to-1 for the jackpot and 11,688,053-to-1 for matching all five white balls.
With the potential for life-changing wealth, the Powerball has captured the attention of millions. Don’t miss your chance to join the excitement—grab your ticket today!
