The 2024 Sorteo Gordo de Navidad, held by the Lotería Nacional de México, took place on December 24, capturing the excitement of participants across the nation. This traditional Christmas lottery, deeply rooted in Mexican culture, saw the gathering of hopeful ticket holders eager to win transformative prizes. Starting at 20:00 hours on this festive day, the draw took place at the Salón de Sorteos located within the Edificio Édison, situated in the heart of Mexico City.
This year, the draw operated under the classic structure, featuring 80,000 tickets, officially known as cachitos, which were allocated among various tiers of prizes. For individual participants, the cost of each cachito was set at 120 pesos, with full series options also available, making the lottery accessible to many. The anticipation culminated as the draw began, heralded by the enthusiastic participation of the niños de la suerte, the child announcers who have become synonymous with this annual event.
This year’s grand prize stood at an eye-popping 204 million pesos, distributed across four series, amounting to 51 million pesos for each series. This prize not only epitomizes the excitement surrounding the lottery but also offers life-changing financial possibilities for those lucky winners. The first winning number drawn was 75182, igniting hopes among countless attendees and those watching via the official YouTube live stream.
Participants also had the chance to win various secondary prizes, with the total prize pool reaching 430,259,000 pesos. The structure of the prizes included 526 direct awards, 198 approximate prizes, and 806 termination prizes. The event also ensured inclusivity by designatively distributing 15,192 reintegros, which were awarded to tickets matching the last digits of the grand prize and second-place winning numbers.
The excitement did not end with the announcement of the winning number. Those who purchased cachitos could have won significant amounts based on the structure provided by the lottery. For example, purchasing a single cachito could yield winnings up to 2 million 550 thousand pesos, whereas those opting for larger investments, such as whole series, could win substantially more—up to 204 million pesos if they secured all four series.
The annual Sorteo Gordo de Navidad is not just about the money; it’s also steeped in cultural importance, embodying the spirit of giving and the joy of possibility during the holiday season. Public interest and engagement peaked with locals gathering excitedly around the screens, hoping their numbers were called. Social media platforms buzzed with real-time updates and celebratory messages following the draw.
For those wondering about taxation on their winnings, it is duly noted, as reported by the Lotería Nacional, there is federal taxation of 1% applicable on winnings, alongside potential state taxes varying by location, which winners should be mindful about as they plan their newfound prosperity.
The results of the Sorteo Gordo de Navidad will be available on multiple platforms, including the official Lotería Nacional website, and attendees can check their tickets against the published winning numbers, ensuring transparency and accessibility for every participant.
All things considered, the Sorteo Gordo de Navidad remains one of the most anticipated events of the year, celebrating the magic of Christmas not only through the chance of winning but also by gathering communities together around hope and excitement. With each number drawn, dreams were ignited, and for many, the joy of the season was greatly amplified.
