EuroMillions Draw: How It Works, Draw Times, Jackpots

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It’s basically the “Avengers” of European lotteries. Instead of just one country chipping in, a whole squad (the UK, France, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, and Luxembourg) pools its cash to create jackpots that are, frankly, ridiculous. The EuroMillions draw occurs twice a week, on Tuesday and Friday, and every Tuesday and Friday, someone has a chance to see many zeros appear in their bank account.

The Important Deets: Times & Jackpot

  • When: Every Tuesday and Friday night
  • What Time: The balls drop in Paris at approximately 21:00 CET (roughly 8:00 PM in the UK).
  • The Jackpot: It starts at a cool €17 million. If nobody wins, it rolls over.
  • The Cap: This is where it gets spicy. Unlike the Eurojackpot (which currently caps at €120 million), EuroMillions can climb all the way to a staggering €250 million. Once it hits that ceiling, the extra cash “rolls down” to beef up the lower prize tiers.

How to Play EuroMillions Draw

EuroMillions Draw

You don’t need a PhD in math to play, which  is good because we’re here for the money, not the algebra.

  • Pick 5 Main Numbers: Choose any numbers from 1 to 50.
  • Pick 2 Lucky Stars: These are chosen from a smaller pool of 1 to 12.
  • The Goal: Match all 7, and you’re the jackpot winner.
  • Pro Tip: If picking numbers feels like too much work, most sites and shops offer a “Lucky Dip” or “Quick Pick” where the computer does the picking for you. It’s the ultimate “lazy but hopeful” strategy.

Your Odds (The Reality Check)

The odds of hitting the jackpot are about 1 in 139.8 million. To put that in perspective, you’re more likely to be bitten by a shark while being struck by lightning… okay, maybe not that bad, but it’s a long shot. However, the odds of winning any prize are actually quite decent at 1 in 13. You might only win enough for another ticket or a fancy coffee, but a win is a win!

Playing Online: The 21st Century Way


You don’t have to put on pants and walk to a shop anymore. You can play through RedFoxLotto. They’ll store your ticket digitally, so you don’t have to worry about it going through the laundry or the dog eating your retirement plan.

Checking Your Results


The online platform will email you your results and notify you immediately after the EuroMillions draw if you win.

A Quick Word on “Adulting”


Please play responsibly. The lottery is a game of pure chance, not a financial investment strategy (sadly). Only play what you can afford to lose—keep it fun, keep it light, and don’t bet the rent money on 1-2-3-4-5.