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Florida Lotto Jackpot Grows Ahead of Thanksgiving
11/23/2025, 8:44:34 PM
Recent Winning Numbers and Jackpot Details
On Saturday, November 22, 2025, the Florida Lotto jackpot increased to $1.25 million after a previous drawing on November 15 resulted in a winning ticket worth $3.75 million. The winning numbers for the November 22 drawing were 2-17-24-29-34-40, with Double Play numbers of 17-19-23-30-35-38. The next drawing is scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025, just before the Thanksgiving holiday.
How to Play Florida Lotto
Players in the Florida Lotto select six numbers from a range of 1 to 53 or opt for a Quick Pick ticket. Prizes are awarded for matching between three to six numbers, with a free ticket given for matching two numbers. Additional game features include Double Play and EZmatch, which allow players to win extra prizes. Tickets are priced at $2, with the odds of winning the jackpot standing at 1 in 22,957,480.
Recent Jackpot History
The last Florida Lotto jackpot was won on November 15, 2025, at a Circle K convenience store in Pensacola, Florida. This ticket was a Quick Pick and claimed by a winner who received a lump-sum payment. Prior to this, two jackpots were won at Publix grocery stores, including a $6.25 million prize claimed by Robin Glover on October 30, 2025, and a $36.5 million jackpot won on September 24, 2025.
Official Statements & Responses
The Florida Lottery emphasizes that prizes must be claimed within 180 days from the drawing date. For larger prizes, winners have 60 days to choose a cash option. Florida law mandates that the names of winners are public records, although those winning $250,000 or more can remain anonymous for 90 days after claiming their prize.
Criticism & Opposition
Some lottery experts argue that the odds of winning large jackpots are exceedingly low, which may discourage participation among potential players. Critics also highlight the potential for financial strain on individuals who play the lottery excessively, viewing it as a regressive form of taxation.
What's Next
The upcoming Florida Lotto drawing on November 26, 2025, will be closely watched as players hope for a chance to win the growing jackpot. As the holiday season approaches, interest in lottery games typically increases, potentially leading to higher ticket sales and larger jackpots in future drawings.
