For millions across the United States, the allure of the lottery is as strong as ever, and the results from August 22, 2025, delivered another night of anticipation, excitement, and—perhaps, for a lucky few—life-changing fortune. Players in states from South Dakota to Virginia, Washington to Louisiana, and Mississippi to Kansas eagerly checked their tickets, hoping the numbers would align in their favor. Here’s a comprehensive look at the winning numbers, drawing schedules, and prize claim instructions from the latest lottery results, as reported by state lottery officials and regional newsrooms.
The spotlight shone brightest on the Mega Millions drawing, which took place at 10 p.m. Central Time (CT) on Friday, August 22. According to the South Dakota Lottery, the winning Mega Millions numbers were 18, 30, 44, 48, and 50, with a Mega Ball of 12. This combination echoed across several states, including Kansas, Louisiana, Virginia, and Washington, each confirming the same set of winning numbers for their respective Mega Millions games. For anyone holding a ticket with those numbers, the dream of a massive windfall was alive and well.
But Mega Millions wasn’t the only game in town. The Lucky For Life draw, held daily at 9:38 p.m. CT in both South Dakota and Kansas, produced the numbers 08, 19, 26, 27, and 29, with a Lucky Ball of 15. The Kansas Lottery also reported these results, ensuring consistency and transparency for hopeful participants. Lucky For Life offers its own unique appeal, promising a steady payout to winners, and the August 22 results once again created a buzz among regular players.
In Kansas, the excitement extended beyond the big multi-state games. The Pick 3 Midday draw produced the numbers 1-3-6, while the Evening draw landed on 6-9-7. The state’s 2 By 2 game, drawn daily at 9:30 p.m. CT, resulted in Red Balls 08 and 26 and White Balls 06 and 23. According to the Kansas Lottery, these games, alongside Lucky For Life and Mega Millions, keep the state’s lottery scene lively and diverse.
Meanwhile, in Mississippi, players had their eyes on several games. The Mississippi Lottery Match 5 numbers were 01, 05, 09, 18, and 20. Cash 3, drawn daily at 2:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. CT, produced Midday numbers 7-5-7 with Fireball (FB) 2, and Evening numbers 2-5-5 with FB 9. Cash 4, also drawn twice daily, yielded Midday numbers 5-3-5-2 with FB 2 and Evening numbers 9-7-0-6 with FB 9. The Cash Pop game, another daily favorite, saw 11 drawn at Midday and 05 in the Evening. These results, as reported by the Mississippi Lottery, offered plenty of chances for locals to test their luck.
On the West Coast, the Washington Lottery reported its own set of winning numbers. The Mega Millions draw matched those of other states, but Washington’s Cash Pop game selected number 01. The Pick 3 draw landed on 1-0-5, while Match 4 came up with 09-13-15-17. The Hit 5 game produced 03-22-26-28-42, and Daily Keno’s twenty-number draw included 05, 13, 24, 28, 32, 35, 37, 39, 41, 42, 44, 46, 50, 62, 64, 65, 71, 73, 74, and 80. According to the Washington Lottery, these draws are held daily at 8 p.m. Pacific Time (PT), offering a full slate of opportunities for players.
Heading east, the Virginia Lottery confirmed the Mega Millions numbers, as well as a suite of other results. Pick 3 Night yielded 8-2-0 with FB 6, and Day produced 3-3-9 with FB 4. Pick 4 Night was 3-4-8-7 with FB 8, and Day 4-5-1-6 with FB 3. Pick 5 Night came up with 7-6-9-6-7 with FB 2, and Day 5-8-7-8-2 with FB 9. The Cash4Life game, drawn daily at 9 p.m., delivered 18-20-22-34-54 with Cash Ball 01. The Cash Pop game, with multiple drawings throughout the day, resulted in Coffee Break 02, After Hours 03, Prime Time 14, Rush Hour 10, and Lunch Break 03. Cash 5, another daily draw at 11 p.m., produced 07-14-15-25-39. The Virginia Lottery’s robust schedule keeps players engaged at all hours.
Louisiana’s lottery scene was equally active. The Louisiana Lottery reported Mega Millions numbers matching those in other states, and Pick 3 numbers of 8-8-5. Pick 4’s draw was 1-2-3-8, while Pick 5 produced 0-4-0-4-4. Drawings for Pick 3, Pick 4, and Pick 5 occur daily at 9:59 p.m. CT, providing nightly excitement for participants. The state’s Easy 5 and Lotto games are drawn at 9:59 p.m. CT on Wednesdays and Saturdays, rounding out Louisiana’s weekly lottery calendar.
For those wondering how to claim their winnings, each state offers specific guidelines. In South Dakota, prizes of $100 or less can be claimed at any lottery retailer, while larger prizes must be claimed from the Lottery, either by mail or in person at the Pierre office. Jackpot-winning tickets for games like Powerball or Mega Millions must be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre. Kansas allows claims up to $599 at retailers, with larger prizes redeemable by mail or in person at the Topeka headquarters. Mississippi sets the retailer claim limit at $599, with higher amounts requiring a visit to headquarters or a mailed claim, and prizes of $100,000 or more must be claimed in person. Washington’s threshold is $600, with larger winnings processed through regional offices or by mail. Virginia and Louisiana both allow retailer redemptions up to $600, with bigger prizes processed through state lottery offices and, in Louisiana’s case, claims over $5,000 requiring a visit to the Baton Rouge office.
Lottery drawings are carefully scheduled and widely publicized. For example, Mega Millions is drawn at 10 p.m. CT (or 8 p.m. PT in Washington, 11 p.m. ET in Virginia) on Tuesdays and Fridays. Powerball draws take place at 9:59 p.m. CT (7:59 p.m. PT in Washington) on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Other games, like Pick 3, Pick 4, and Cash Pop, offer daily or multiple daily drawings, ensuring there’s always another chance to win just around the corner.
For those who didn’t win this time, the next drawing is never far away. And with each ticket, the promise of a new beginning lingers—a testament to the enduring hope and excitement that the lottery brings to communities across the country. Whether it’s the thrill of matching all six numbers or just the fun of playing, the lottery remains a uniquely American pastime, uniting players in dreams of striking it rich, one draw at a time.