On February 20, 2026, lottery enthusiasts across South Dakota and Florida eagerly awaited the results of their favorite draw games, hoping for a life-changing win. Both states’ lotteries unveiled a fresh set of winning numbers, and as always, the process for claiming prizes and the rules governing transparency were front and center for hopeful ticket holders.
For Mega Millions players, the night brought a sense of unity, as the same winning numbers were drawn in both South Dakota and Florida. According to the South Dakota Lottery and Florida Lottery, the winning numbers for the Mega Millions drawing on February 20, 2026, were 15, 40, 48, 58, and 63, with the Mega Ball being 02. The odds of hitting such a combination are famously astronomical, but that hardly dampens the excitement that surrounds each draw. Whether in the snowy Midwest or the balmy Southeast, players clutched their tickets, dreaming big.
South Dakota also announced the Lucky For Life numbers for the same evening: 10, 24, 30, 36, and 42, with Lucky Ball 11. Meanwhile, Florida’s lottery landscape was bustling with even more activity. The Florida Lottery released results for a variety of games, including Jackpot Triple Play, Cash4Life, Fantasy 5, Cash Pop, and several daily number games, reflecting the state’s robust lottery culture.
For Jackpot Triple Play, the February 20 winning numbers were 06, 09, 13, 16, 21, and 36. Cash4Life players saw 02, 28, 49, 50, and 56, with a Cash Ball of 01. Fantasy 5, a fan favorite for its twice-daily draws, offered up 01, 03, 04, 16, and 28 for the midday draw, and 08, 14, 18, 19, and 21 for the evening. Cash Pop, a game with five daily draws, produced the following numbers: Morning—07, Matinee—09, Afternoon—07, Evening—09, and Late Night—11.
The Florida Lottery’s daily number games added to the excitement. Pick 2 midday numbers were 5-6 with Fireball 4, and evening numbers 8-9 with Fireball 5. Pick 3 midday was 3-8-6 with Fireball 4, and evening 7-7-8 with Fireball 5. Pick 4 midday came in as 5-5-9-0 with Fireball 4, and evening 1-4-9-4 with Fireball 5. Pick 5 midday numbers were 3-9-3-1-7 with Fireball 4, and evening 0-1-7-6-7 with Fireball 5. Each of these draws offers Floridians multiple chances to win every day, keeping the state’s lottery counters busy and spirits high.
But what happens if you’re lucky enough to win? Each state has its own set of rules for claiming prizes, designed both to streamline the process and to ensure proper verification and transparency. In South Dakota, prizes of $100 or less can be claimed at any lottery retailer. For prizes of $101 or more, winners must submit a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the South Dakota Lottery. This can be done by mail for most prizes, but jackpot-winning tickets for games like Dakota Cash, Lotto America, and Lucky For Life’s top prize, as well as second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions, must be presented in person at a lottery office. And if you’re holding a jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket, there’s only one place to go: the Lottery office in Pierre, South Dakota’s capital.
Florida’s claim process is a bit different, reflecting the state’s larger population and the sheer volume of lottery activity. Prizes of $599 or less can be redeemed at any authorized retailer or district office. For prizes from $600 to $1 million (for games without annual payment options), winners must visit a Florida Lottery district office in person. If you’re lucky enough to win more than $1 million, or your prize includes an annual payment option, you’ll need to claim it at the Florida Lottery headquarters—except for Mega Millions and Powerball, which can be claimed at any district office. There’s even a mail-in option for prizes up to $250,000, provided you send in the required documentation.
One notable aspect of the Florida Lottery is its commitment to transparency. State law requires the public disclosure of certain information about winners, including their full name, city of residence, the game won, date won, amount won, and the name and location of the retailer where the winning ticket was purchased. This policy, according to the Florida Lottery, is intended to ensure public trust in the integrity of the games and to deter fraud. While some may find this level of openness daunting, others see it as a necessary safeguard for a system that moves millions of dollars each week.
Of course, none of this would matter without the regular cadence of lottery drawings, which bring a sense of anticipation to countless households. South Dakota holds Powerball draws at 9:59 p.m. Central Time on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays; Mega Millions at 10 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays; Lucky For Life daily at 9:38 p.m.; Lotto America at 9:15 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays; and Dakota Cash at 9 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Florida’s schedule is even more packed: Powerball at 10:59 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays; Mega Millions at 11 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays; Florida Lotto and Jackpot Triple Play at 11:15 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays (and Fridays for Jackpot Triple Play); Cash4Life daily at 9 p.m.; Fantasy 5 at 1:05 p.m. and 11:15 p.m. daily; Cash Pop at five different times each day; and Pick 2, 3, 4, and 5 at 1:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. daily.
Purchasing a ticket is straightforward in both states. In Florida, tickets are available at a wide range of authorized retailers, including gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores. The Florida Lottery even offers an online tool to help players find the nearest retailer. In South Dakota, any lottery retailer can sell tickets and redeem smaller prizes, making access easy for residents across the state.
For those who believe lady luck might be on their side, the process is clear: buy a ticket, check the numbers, and—if fortune smiles—follow the steps to claim your prize. But as both lotteries remind players, it’s not just about the jackpot. Smaller wins, daily games, and the communal thrill of watching the numbers come up are all part of the enduring appeal of the lottery. As the South Dakota Lottery and Florida Lottery both note, you can always check the latest results and news on their official websites or through authorized channels, ensuring you never miss a chance to claim what’s rightfully yours.
With the February 20, 2026, results now public, players in South Dakota and Florida are once again checking their tickets, dreaming of what might be, and perhaps already planning their next play. After all, as every seasoned lottery fan knows, there’s always another drawing just around the corner.