The EuroMillions is a popular lottery game played across nine European countries. It offers some of the biggest jackpot prizes in Europe, often reaching over €100 million. With so much money up for grabs, it’s no wonder the EuroMillions draw captures the attention of millions of people hoping to become overnight millionaires. But when exactly is the next EuroMillions draw taking place?
What is the EuroMillions lottery?
The EuroMillions lottery was launched in 2004 as a joint venture between the national lotteries of France, Spain and the United Kingdom. It aimed to offer bigger jackpots by pooling the lottery entries across Europe. Since then, six other European countries have joined the EuroMillions lottery – Austria, Belgium, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal and Switzerland.
To play EuroMillions, players select five main numbers between 1-50 and two ‘Lucky Star’ numbers between 1-12. There are 13 prize tiers in total, ranging from the jackpot prize for matching all seven numbers down to small prizes for just getting a couple of main numbers. Jackpots start at €17 million and roll over if no one matches all the numbers. The record EuroMillions jackpot so far was a massive €220 million shared between players in France and the UK in October 2021.
The first EuroMillions draw took place on February 13, 2004 in Paris. Draws are held every Tuesday and Friday evening, offering players two chances each week to hit the jackpot. Results are announced and published online shortly after the draws.
How popular is EuroMillions?
EuroMillions has grown to become one of the biggest lottery games in the world. More than 13 million entries are purchased for each draw across the nine participating European countries.
Spain sells the most EuroMillions tickets, accounting for over 30% of entries. France is the second largest market, followed by the UK. These countries make up over two-thirds of EuroMillions ticket sales.
The huge EuroMillions jackpots have helped make the lottery an integral part of European culture. Many people eagerly await the bi-weekly draws to see if anyone scoops the enormous top prize. Office syndicates, friends and families often pool their money to buy tickets together and share any potential winnings.
Some of the biggest EuroMillions jackpot winners have become household names in their respective countries. For example, the Bayford family in the UK won £148 million in August 2012, while a lucky French player who wanted to remain anonymous took home €170 million in October 2021. Wins like these keep EuroMillions players dreaming!
When is the Next EuroMillions Draw?
The general draw schedule
EuroMillions draws take place every Tuesday and Friday evening at 9pm Central European Time (CET). This translates to the following times in some of the participating countries:
| Country | EuroMillions Draw Time |
|---|---|
| France | 9:00 pm |
| Spain | 9:00 pm |
| UK | 8:00 pm |
| Austria | 9:00 pm |
| Belgium | 9:00 pm |
| Ireland | 8:00 pm |
| Luxembourg | 9:00 pm |
| Portugal | 8:00 pm |
| Switzerland | 9:00 pm |
So for most participating countries, EuroMillions draws take place twice every week on Tuesday and Friday evenings at 9pm local time. Players can watch the draws live online or on TV in some countries. The results are also published shortly afterwards on the official EuroMillions website and lottery operator websites.
When is the next draw specifically?
The next EuroMillions draw is scheduled for Friday, October 21st 2022 with an estimated jackpot of €17 million. Here are the details:
- Draw date: Friday, October 21st 2022
- Draw time: 9pm Central European Time
- Jackpot est: €17 million
To confirm upcoming draw dates and jackpot information, players can check the official EuroMillions website at www.euro-millions.com. This provides a schedule of the next several draws with the dates, estimated jackpots, and a countdown clock.
National lottery websites like the UK National Lottery also have dedicated EuroMillions pages showing the details for the next draw. Additionally, some lottery operators offer mobile apps so players can conveniently check draw information on their smartphones.
When do ticket sales close?
EuroMillions tickets can be purchased up until around 7:30pm local time on draw days in most participating countries. Here are the sales deadlines in some of the main EuroMillions territories:
| Country | Ticket Sales Deadline |
|---|---|
| France | 7:30 pm |
| Spain | 7:30 pm |
| UK | 7:30 pm |
| Ireland | 7:15 pm |
So for the upcoming draw on October 21st, EuroMillions ticket sales will close around 7:30pm on the evening of the draw in most countries. Players wanting to take part will need to purchase their tickets before the sales deadline. Online ticket sales may close slightly sooner than in-store sales.
Can I enter the upcoming draw?
Yes, the next EuroMillions draw on October 21st is open for ticket sales and player entries. Anyone wanting a chance to win the estimated €17 million jackpot, or one of the lower tier prizes, can purchase tickets before sales close at around 7:30pm local time that day.
Players have a variety of options to enter:
- In person at authorized lottery retailers
- Via official lottery websites and apps
- Through online lottery ticket services
- By playing syndicates or lottery subscriptions
Entering the upcoming EuroMillions draw is quick and easy. Simply decide how many lines or boards to play, make your number selections or choose a Lucky Dip for randomly generated numbers, then purchase your tickets. Good luck!
EuroMillions Draw Schedule for the Next Six Months
For longer term planning, the EuroMillions draw schedule is pre-determined and published well in advance. Here is an overview of the upcoming EuroMillions draw dates for the next 6 months:
October 2022
- Tuesday 4th October
- Friday 7th October
- Tuesday 11th October
- Friday 14th October
- Tuesday 18th October
- Friday 21st October
- Tuesday 25th October
- Friday 28th October
November 2022
- Tuesday 1st November
- Friday 4th November
- Tuesday 8th November
- Friday 11th November
- Tuesday 15th November
- Friday 18th November
- Tuesday 22nd November
- Friday 25th November
- Tuesday 29th November
December 2022
- Friday 2nd December
- Tuesday 6th December
- Friday 9th December
- Tuesday 13th December
- Friday 16th December
- Tuesday 20th December
- Friday 23rd December
- Tuesday 27th December
- Friday 30th December
January 2023
- Tuesday 3rd January
- Friday 6th January
- Tuesday 10th January
- Friday 13th January
- Tuesday 17th January
- Friday 20th January
- Tuesday 24th January
- Friday 27th January
- Tuesday 31st January
February 2023
- Friday 3rd February
- Tuesday 7th February
- Friday 10th February
- Tuesday 14th February
- Friday 17th February
- Tuesday 21st February
- Friday 24th February
- Tuesday 28th February
March 2023
- Friday 3rd March
- Tuesday 7th March
- Friday 10th March
- Tuesday 14th March
- Friday 17th March
- Tuesday 21st March
- Friday 24th March
- Tuesday 28th March
- Friday 31st March
So in summary, EuroMillions draws continue to take place twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9pm CET. Occasional exceptions are on public holidays or when draws coincide with special events. Players should always check the official sources for confirmation of any specific draw dates and jackpot information.
Buying Tickets for Future EuroMillions Draws
Although ticket sales for EuroMillions usually open around 6 weeks before each draw, in some countries players can buy tickets much further in advance. Here are some of the advance purchase options:
UK
UK players can buy EuroMillions tickets for up to 10 consecutive future draws. So right now, tickets can be purchased for any Tuesday or Friday draw happening before January 2023.
There are a few ways to buy advance entry tickets:
- In person at retail outlets using the EuroMillions Advance Play slip
- When playing online at the National Lottery website
- Using the National Lottery app
- By setting up a Direct Debit subscription for multiple draws
Advance play offers more chances to win for players who like to plan ahead and lock in entries for future draws. It can also help avoid forgetting to buy tickets.
Ireland
In Ireland, players can purchase EuroMillions tickets for draws happening within the next 6 months. Advance entries can be bought:
- In retail stores
- Via the Irish National Lottery website and app
- By phone
- Using a multi-draw ticket
So Irish players currently have the flexibility to buy tickets for any EuroMillions draw up until March 2023 if they wish.
France
French players have one of the most extensive advance purchase options. Tickets can be bought for EuroMillions draws taking place within the next 26 weeks – so just over 6 months in the future.
The main ways to buy French EuroMillions tickets in advance are:
- Online via the FDJ (Française des Jeux) website and mobile apps
- In person from FDJ retailers using printed tickets or ticket cards
- By setting up a subscription plan
This means French players can currently purchase entries for EuroMillions draws happening up to mid-May 2023 if they want to plan that far ahead.
Other countries
Advance ticket sales may also be available in other EuroMillions countries, but often for a shorter period compared to the UK, Ireland and France. For example:
- In Austria, tickets can be bought around 6 weeks in advance
- Belgium allows purchases for 5 weeks of future draws
- Portugal permit sales for draws within 1 month
Players outside these countries should check with their local lottery operator to find out specific rules and timeframes for advance EuroMillions ticket sales.
Conclusion
The huge popularity of EuroMillions lies in its massive multimillion euro jackpots that capture the imagination of players across Europe. With draws held every Tuesday and Friday offering two chances to win each week, it’s no wonder lottery fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming games.
While the next EuroMillions draw is on October 21st 2022, players in many countries can actually purchase tickets for draws taking place months into the future. Planning ahead, or never missing a draw, is easy when entries can be bought in advance either online, via mobile apps or in authorized retail outlets.
Of course, buying a ticket is only the first step to potentially winning a share of an enormous EuroMillions jackpot. The hard part is then matching those all important numbers when the balls are drawn! But for those wanting regular shots at becoming Europe’s next big lottery winner, EuroMillions gives them that chance twice every week.