The Powerball lottery jackpot has surged to $815 million, marking the largest lottery prize in 2025 to date. The drawing took place on August 27, 2025, with Powerball drawings scheduled every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 11 p.m. ET, including holidays. Discussions and coverage have focused on the odds of winning the jackpot and the potential after-tax payout for the winner. There is anticipation that the jackpot could approach $1 billion during the summer of 2025. Lottery results for related games such as Pick 3 have also been reported for states including Wisconsin and Iowa. The Powerball remains a major lottery event, with interest in how to watch the drawings in various states like Arizona.