Powerball Drawing Time Confirmed for September 1, 2025 News Report

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 - Lottery officials confirmed that tonight’s Powerball drawing will take place at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time, with live streaming available on the official Powerball website. This marks the third weekly drawing of the $1.1 billion jackpot.

According to the Multi-State Lottery Association, the Powerball drawing is held every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday evening. Players in 45 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands were reminded to purchase tickets by 10:00 p.m. ET today to qualify for tonight’s jackpot opportunity.

The current jackpot stands at an estimated $1.1 billion, with a cash option of $498.4 million before taxes. Lottery officials noted that proceeds from today’s ticket sales will continue to support education and community programs across participating jurisdictions.

Retailers reported robust ticket sales throughout the day as hopeful participants sought a chance at life-changing winnings. The drawing results will be posted immediately following the live stream, and winning numbers can be verified online or at authorized retail locations.