Mega Millions Jackpot Climbs to $145 Million in Ohio; Powerball and Classic Lotto Also Offer Large Prizes
In Ohio, the Mega Millions jackpot reached $145 million for the drawing on Friday, August 28, 2026. Additionally, Saturday's Powerball jackpot is estimated at $119 million, and the Classic Lotto prize is $2.2 million.
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 27, 2026 —
Ohio lottery players have multiple opportunities to win significant sums as major jackpots continue to grow. The Mega Millions jackpot for the upcoming drawing on Friday, August 28, 2026, has reached an estimated $145 million.
Following closely, the Powerball jackpot is estimated at $119 million for its drawing scheduled for Saturday. Lottery enthusiasts also have a chance at the Classic Lotto prize, which stands at $2.2 million.
These escalating prize amounts reflect the ongoing anticipation surrounding multi-state lottery games, which often see jackpots climb over several weeks without a winner. The specific details regarding previous winning tickets or the number of tickets sold for these particular draws were not provided in the available information. State lotteries operate as a source of revenue, with a portion of ticket sales allocated to various public services and programs.
Players are advised to check official lottery websites or authorized retailers for the most current jackpot amounts and drawing results. The dates for these drawings are Friday, August 28, 2026, for Mega Millions and Saturday for Powerball. The value of the Classic Lotto prize is $2.2 million.
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