Powerball Jackpot Christmas Eve Climbs to $1.7 Billion After No Winner

The Powerball jackpot Christmas Eve drawing continues to climb and now stands at an estimated $1.7 billion, after no ticket claimed the top prize on Monday night. As a result, anticipation has intensified nationwide ahead of the next drawing.

Lottery officials say the jackpot surged again following another winless draw, further extending a historic rollover streak.

Monday Night Drawing Produces No Jackpot Winner

During the December 22 drawing, the estimated $1.59 billion jackpot remained unclaimed. The winning numbers were 3, 18, 36, 41, 54, with Powerball 7 and a 2x Power Play multiplier.

Although millions of entries were submitted across the country, no ticket matched all six numbers required to secure the jackpot.

Multiple Players Still Win $1 Million Prizes

Meanwhile, several players came close to the grand prize. Nine tickets successfully matched all five white balls, earning $1 million each before any Power Play increase.

These winning tickets were sold in:

• Florida
• Georgia
• Illinois
• New York (two tickets)
• Ohio
• Pennsylvania
• Tennessee
• Wisconsin

Christmas Eve Drawing Among the Largest Ever

Looking ahead, the Powerball jackpot Christmas Eve drawing, scheduled for Wednesday, December 24, 2025, now ranks among the largest lottery prizes in U.S. history. However, the odds of winning remain challenging at 1 in 292.2 million, according to official data.

At the same time, Powerball continues its regular drawing schedule three times a week.

What to Expect in the Next Powerball Drawing

The next drawing will take place Wednesday night, with results released shortly afterward. Therefore, lottery officials continue to advise players to double-check tickets and follow all local rules.

For verified results and prize updates, information is published through Powerball’s official website.

How to Play Powerball as Interest Grows

As jackpots rise, how to play Powerball remains a frequently searched topic. The jackpot increases after every drawing until a ticket matches the full winning combination.

Below is a clear breakdown of the game’s core rules.

Ticket Cost and Number Selection Explained

A standard Powerball ticket costs $2 per play. However, in Idaho and Montana, tickets automatically include Power Play, raising the price to $3 per entry.

Each ticket includes:

• Five white balls selected from 1 to 69
• One red Powerball chosen from 1 to 26

Players can either select their own numbers or allow the system to generate them randomly.

Powerball Drawing Schedule and Location

Powerball drawings occur every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. All drawings begin at 10:59 p.m. ET from the Florida Lottery draw studio in Tallahassee.

As a result, ticket sales close earlier, depending on local jurisdiction rules.

How the Powerball Jackpot Is Won

To win the jackpot, a ticket must match all five white balls plus the red Powerball. Additionally, Powerball offers nine different prize levels, allowing players to win smaller amounts without hitting the jackpot.

If no ticket matches the full combination, the jackpot rolls over and increases for the next draw.

Understanding Lump Sum and Annuity Payouts

Jackpot winners can choose between:

• A lump-sum cash payment
• An annuity paid over 30 graduated installments across 29 years

Importantly, advertised jackpot figures reflect the annuity option and exclude taxes.

How Power Play Changes Non-Jackpot Prizes

For an additional $1 per ticket, players can add Power Play, unless it is already bundled.

Power Play multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, or 10x, depending on the randomly selected multiplier.

Notable rules include:

• The Match 5 prize becomes $2 million with Power Play
• The 10x multiplier appears only when jackpots reach $150 million or less

Where Powerball Tickets Are Sold

Powerball is played in 45 U.S. states, as well as Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Official website – Powerball.com

Because ticket sales close one to two hours before each drawing, players should always confirm local cutoff times in advance.