EuroMillions And Thunderball Draws Deliver Big Prizes

On the evening of February 6, 2026, hopeful lottery players across Europe and the UK tuned in for a chance at life-changing riches as the EuroMillions and Thunderball draws took center stage. With an eye-watering £25 million (or €30 million, depending on where you played) up for grabs in the EuroMillions, and a tidy £500,000 jackpot offered by the Thunderball, anticipation ran high from the moment ticket sales opened until the last winning number was revealed.

According to coverage from regional news outlets, the EuroMillions draw was the main event, promising a jackpot that could buy a new home, a luxury car, and perhaps a few trips around the world — not to mention the ability to live out dreams that, for most, remain just that. As one report put it, "The huge sum of money could buy you a new home, nice car, several world trips and you could live the life you've always dreamed of." For many, the fantasy of winning is as much a part of the ritual as the draw itself.

The excitement wasn’t limited to the main jackpot. Every EuroMillions ticket came with a Millionaire Maker code, offering one lucky participant the chance to instantly become £1,000,000 richer. This additional prize injects another layer of anticipation, as even if the main jackpot slips through your fingers, there's still a shot at a life-altering windfall.

Ticket sales for both draws were brisk, with lines forming and online portals buzzing until the 7:30pm cutoff. For those playing the Thunderball, the stakes were clear: a £1 ticket could net a £500,000 prize. EuroMillions hopefuls, meanwhile, paid £2.50 (or €2.50 per line in the Eurozone) for their shot at the big one. As reported by local outlets, "Tickets for the Thunderball are £1, while tickets for the EuroMillions are £2.50." The accessibility of the lottery — with prices low enough for most to take part — is part of its enduring appeal.

The Thunderball numbers were drawn first, just after 8pm. The winning numbers for February 6, 2026, were 4, 14, 15, 21, and 39, with the Thunderball itself being 1. While the Thunderball's top prize is dwarfed by EuroMillions, £500,000 is nothing to sneeze at, and for some, it represents a more attainable dream. The simplicity of the Thunderball — a straightforward pick and a single draw — has its own loyal following.

Then, as the clock ticked toward 8:30pm in the UK (and 8:45pm in many European countries), attention shifted to the main event. The EuroMillions draw, with its massive jackpot, is a cross-border affair, uniting players from the UK, Ireland, France, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and Austria. Each country brings its own flavor to the draw, but the rules are the same: pick five numbers from 1 to 50, and two Lucky Stars from 1 to 12. Or, if you prefer to leave fate in the hands of the lottery gods, opt for a Quick Pick or Lucky Dip, which selects numbers at random.

According to reports, "Players must pick 5 numbers from 1 to 50 and 2 Lucky Stars from 1 to 12 to play EuroMillions." The draw itself is a carefully orchestrated event, broadcast live and followed by millions. On February 6, the winning EuroMillions numbers were 10, 13, 20, 23, and 24, with Lucky Stars 6 and 11. For those clutching tickets, the moments after the draw are a mix of hope, anxiety, and — for a lucky few — jubilation.

But the EuroMillions isn’t just about the main jackpot. The Millionaire Maker code, attached to every UK ticket, ensures that at least one player walks away with a guaranteed million pounds. As the coverage noted, "One code will be selected to make one person £1,000,000 richer." This twist adds a layer of excitement, as it means even if your numbers aren’t called, your night might not be over just yet.

EuroMillions draws are held twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays, giving players multiple chances to try their luck. As detailed by European sources, "EuroMillions takes place on Tuesday or Friday allowing you to select a draw day, buy a ticket before the deadline and you're good to go." This regular rhythm is part of what keeps so many coming back — the dream is never too far away.

For those who missed this week’s draw, the process is straightforward: buy a ticket, pick your numbers (or let the system do it for you), and wait for the results. Tickets can be purchased at participating retailers or online, making it easy for anyone to join in. As one source put it, "To play the game, you choose six numbers from one to 50 or choose a Quick Pick. Friday draws are at 8.45 pm, so you'd better be quick." The sense of urgency is palpable as the deadline approaches — and with so much at stake, who wouldn’t feel a flutter of anticipation?

Of course, not everyone can win. The odds are long, and for every new millionaire, there are millions more who walk away with nothing but a moment’s excitement and a scrap of paper. Yet, as the live coverage wrapped up, there was a note of camaraderie and celebration: "Congratulations as always to all winners, no matter how little or large!" The lottery, for all its high stakes, is as much about community and shared dreams as it is about cold, hard cash.

For those who did win — whether it was the Thunderball, the Millionaire Maker, or the EuroMillions jackpot — February 6, 2026, will be a date to remember. Their lives, in an instant, have changed forever. For the rest, there’s always next week, another chance, another set of numbers, and another dream to chase.

As the dust settles and tickets are checked, the EuroMillions and Thunderball draws continue to capture the imagination of millions, offering not just the hope of wealth, but the thrill of possibility. For many, that’s a prize in itself.