Powerball’s Stunning $1.7B Jackpot: 9 Must-Know Numbers & Facts

Powerball Jackpot Soars: Christmas Eve Drawing Offers $1.7 Billion Fortune

The holiday season just got a lot more exciting for lottery players across the nation. The Powerball jackpot has skyrocketed to a staggering estimated $1.7 billion for the Christmas Eve drawing, with a cash option of $781.3 million, creating a potential life-changing gift for one lucky ticket holder.

The winning numbers for Wednesday, December 24, 2025, have been drawn. They are:

White Balls: 4 – 25 – 31 – 52 – 59 | Powerball: 19

If you have a ticket, check your numbers immediately! You can view the official results and learn how to claim a prize at the Powerball website.

This mammoth jackpot is the result of months of rollovers, now landing as the fourth-largest prize in the game’s history. The excitement is palpable as players rush to retailers for their chance at this unprecedented holiday windfall.

How to Play and Win

For those new to the game, playing Powerball is straightforward. Each $2 ticket allows you to select five numbers from 1 to 69 (the white balls) and one number from 1 to 26 (the red Powerball). To win the grand prize, you must match all six numbers drawn. The odds of winning the jackpot are famously long at 1 in 292.2 million, but Wednesday’s drawing proves it’s possible.

When and Where to Watch

Powerball drawings are held three times a week: every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. EST. You can watch the live drawing online via the Powerball Draw Show, which originates from the Florida Lottery draw studio in Tallahassee. Tune in to see the numbers revealed in real-time!

Getting Your Ticket

Powerball tickets cost $2 per play and are sold at authorized lottery retailers across 45 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In New York, you can find your nearest retailer by visiting the New York Lottery retailer locator. Remember, you cannot purchase tickets online from the official Powerball site; all sales are through in-person retailers.

A Look at the Record Books

This near-record jackpot has everyone talking about the biggest wins ever. Here are the top Powerball jackpots to date:

1. $2.04 billion — Nov. 7, 2022 (California)
2. $1.787 billion — Sept. 6, 2025 (Texas, Montana)
3. $1.765 billion — Oct. 11, 2023 (California)
4. $1.7 billion — Current Jackpot (December 24, 2025)
5. $1.586 billion — Jan. 13, 2016 (California, Florida, Tennessee)

Strategic Play and Responsible Gaming

While every combination has an equal chance, some players look at frequency charts of the most commonly drawn Powerball numbers for fun. However, lottery officials emphasize that each drawing is completely random. Most importantly, the New York Lottery and other states encourage responsible gaming. Set a budget for play and remember that the lottery should be seen as a form of entertainment.

Whether you’re dreaming of paying off debts, buying a home, or funding a lifetime of travel, the possibility is in the air this Christmas Eve. As the nation settles in for the holidays, millions will be watching, ticket in hand, hoping their numbers turn a simple piece of paper into a multi-billion dollar dream.