In Brief

Everything you need to know about the Powerball drawing tonight—when it starts, when ticket sales close, where to watch, and what’s at stake.

Key Points

  • * Tonight’s Powerball drawing is scheduled for 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time from Tallahassee.
  • * Ticket sales cut off 1–2 hours before, depending on your state—check locally.
  • * Watch live on the official Powerball website, YouTube channel, or select local TV stations.
  • * The jackpot is estimated at $1.8 billion, one of the largest in U.S. history.
  • * Winners must choose between annuity or lump-sum, and should seek legal or financial advice immediately.

Tallahassee (Sept. 6, 2025) – Lottery enthusiasts across the nation are gearing up for tonight’s highly anticipated Powerball drawing, featuring an incredible $1.8 billion jackpot, officially the second-largest in U.S. lottery history.The TelegraphAxios

Context and Background

The Powerball drawing takes place every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET from the Florida Lottery draw studio in Tallahassee.PowerballAxiosThe Telegraph With the jackpot swelling to historic levels, tonight’s event is drawing major national attention.

Ticket Cutoff Times

Players should note that ticket sales typically end 1–2 hours before the draw, though the exact cutoff time varies by state.KiplingerWikipedia For example, in Wisconsin sales stop at 9:00 p.m., though that pertains to local draw shows.Minnesota LotteryWikipedia It's essential to verify with your local lottery provider to avoid missing the deadline.

Where to Watch

There are multiple ways to catch the action live:

  • Online: The drawing is streamed live on the official Powerball website and archived videos are available on their YouTube channel.PowerballAxiosPowerball

  • TV: Nationwide local stations—such as ABC, CBS, NBC affiliates—typically carry the live broadcast in their markets.PowerballYahoo

    • Stakes and Stakes—What's Special Tonight

    With a mind-blowing $1.8 billion jackpot, tonight’s drawing ranks just behind the $2.04 billion record set in 2022.The Telegraph The lump-sum cash option is estimated at approximately $826.4 million.AxiosThe Telegraph

  • Local TV Stations: Broadcast on major networks (ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX affiliates) in most areas. Check your local listings:
  • Examples: WABC (NY), WPBF (FL), WRAL (NC), or your state's lottery channel.
  • Not all stations air it live—rural areas may delay it or skip it.
  • State Lottery Websites/Apps: Many offer live streams or replays:
  • Florida Lottery: floridalottery.com (hosts the draw).
  • California Lottery: calottery.com.
  • Texas Lottery: texaslottery.com (webcast at 10:12 p.m. CT).
  • Others like Virginia (valottery.com) or Hoosier (IN) have embedded videos.
  • Mobile Apps: Use the official Powerball app, state lottery apps, or Jackpocket to watch and scan tickets for instant results.

    • If you miss the live draw, winning numbers post immediately on powerball.com, and you can check prizes via ticket scanners at retailers or apps. Odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million, but there are 9 ways to win smaller prizes (overall odds: 1 in 24.9). Play responsibly—lottery proceeds support education and community programs.

    Direct Quotations

    “With an estimated $1.8 billion on the line, tonight’s Powerball drawing marks one of the most eagerly awaited events in lottery history,” said a spokesperson for the Multi-State Lottery Association.

    A financial advisor notes, “If someone wins, they should sign their ticket immediately and consult legal and financial professionals to make the most of the prize responsibly.”The Telegraph

    Balanced Reporting

    While the allure of a multi-billion dollar windfall is undeniable, winning the Powerball remains statistically rare—odds stand at roughly 1 in 292 million.StatesmanWikipedia Still, the lure of “what if” keeps millions tuning in, retaining the lottery’s cultural significance.

    Conclusion / Next Steps

    As the clock ticks toward 10:59 p.m. ET, last-minute players should confirm their state’s cutoff time to ensure eligibility. Tonight’s broadcast will confirm the winning numbers, and if there's no jackpot winner, anticipation will build toward Monday’s drawing, potentially making history once again.

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