Latest Powerball Results for California Players
The Powerball drawing on Saturday, July 26, 2025, did not produce a jackpot winner anywhere in the country, including California. The winning numbers for this drawing were 8, 31, 57, 65, 67 with the Powerball number 23. The Power Play multiplier was 3X. While no ticket matched all six numbers to claim the top prize, several players across the nation, including those in California, matched five numbers to win $1 million. However, there were no reports of a California ticket matching all five numbers in this particular draw.
The Powerball jackpot for July 26 was estimated at $350 million, with a cash option of $157.8 million. Since no one won the jackpot, the prize has rolled over to the next drawing, which will take place on Monday, July 28, 2025. The new estimated jackpot is $364 million, with a cash option of $164.1 million. Powerball drawings occur three times a week—Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday—at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Tickets cost $2 each, and players can add the Power Play option for an extra $1 to multiply non-jackpot winnings.
How California Players Can Participate in Powerball
In California, Powerball tickets are available at thousands of retailers, including convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores. Players can also use the Jackpocket app to purchase tickets online, making it easier for residents to join the excitement. To play, participants select five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. The Quick Pick option allows the lottery terminal to randomly select numbers for the player. Adding the Power Play multiplies non-jackpot prizes by up to ten times, depending on the multiplier drawn.
To win the jackpot, a player must match all five white balls and the red Powerball. Matching only the Powerball wins $4, while matching one white ball plus the Powerball also wins $4. Higher prize tiers are available for matching more numbers, with the second prize for matching all five white balls set at $1 million (except in California, where prize amounts are pari-mutuel and may vary).
Recent California Powerball Winners
While there was no jackpot winner in the July 26 drawing, California has seen notable Powerball success in 2025. On May 31, 2025, a California player matched all six numbers to win a jackpot of $204 million. This win stands out as one of the largest lottery prizes awarded in the state this year. The winner’s identity has not been publicly disclosed, as California law requires the lottery to release the winner’s name and location, but not their full address.
California players have also claimed smaller prizes in recent Powerball drawings. For example, tickets matching five numbers (but not the Powerball) have won $1 million in other states, and similar prizes are available in California, though the exact amount may differ due to the state’s pari-mutuel payout system. In addition, many players have won lower-tier prizes by matching fewer numbers, with thousands of Californians winning amounts ranging from $4 to several thousand dollars in each drawing.
Mega Millions: Recent Numbers and California Winners
The Mega Millions jackpot has also been growing, with the most recent drawing held on Friday, July 25, 2025. The winning numbers for that draw were 14, 21, 25, 49, 52, and the Mega Ball was 7. No ticket matched all six numbers, so the jackpot has increased to an estimated $130 million for the next drawing on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. The cash option for this jackpot is $57.5 million.
California participates in Mega Millions, and tickets are widely available at the same locations as Powerball. While there were no jackpot winners in the July 25 drawing, California players have historically been lucky in Mega Millions, with several large prizes claimed in recent years. The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are about 1 in 302 million, but the overall odds of winning any prize are much better, at about 1 in 24.
How to Claim Lottery Prizes in California
Winners in California must claim their prizes within 180 days of the drawing date. For prizes up to $599, winners can claim their money at any authorized retailer. For larger prizes, including jackpots, winners must visit a California Lottery District Office or mail in their claim. California law requires the lottery to publicly disclose the winner’s name and the location where the ticket was purchased, but not the winner’s full address or other personal details.
Players should be aware of lottery scams. The California Lottery will never contact winners to ask for money or personal information in order to claim a prize. All legitimate winnings must be claimed directly through official lottery channels.
Responsible Play and Support Resources
The California Lottery encourages all players to play responsibly. Gambling should be fun, not a way to make money. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. California residents can call the state’s gambling helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER for confidential support and resources.
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Drawings and Jackpots
With the Powerball jackpot now at $364 million and the Mega Millions jackpot at $130 million, California players have two major opportunities to win life-changing prizes in the coming days. Drawings for both games are held multiple times each week, and tickets can be purchased up until shortly before the drawing time. As always, players are encouraged to check their tickets carefully and claim any prizes promptly.
In summary, while there was no jackpot winner in the most recent Powerball or Mega Millions drawings, California remains a state with frequent lottery winners and large prizes. The next few drawings offer another chance for residents to join the list of big winners. Good luck to all California lottery players.
