The North Carolina Lottery delivered another exciting night of draw games on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. From national jackpots to daily favorites, here’s a clean breakdown of the winning numbers and what players need to know next.
🎯 Big Draw Results from January 6
Mega Millions
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Winning numbers: 09 – 39 – 47 – 58 – 68
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Mega Ball: 24
Lucky for Life
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Winning numbers: 10 – 13 – 24 – 27 – 31
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Lucky Ball: 08
Cash 5
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Winning numbers: 15 – 23 – 26 – 29 – 32
Double Play
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Winning numbers: 08 – 09 – 12 – 22 – 38
🔢 Daily Numbers Games
Pick 3
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Day: 5 – 5 – 2 (Fireball: 0)
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Evening: 2 – 9 – 8 (Fireball: 1)
Pick 4
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Day: 8 – 4 – 5 – 2 (Fireball: 7)
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Evening: 8 – 8 – 3 – 6 (Fireball: 7)
👉 Quick tip: Always double-check your ticket before tossing it. One number can make all the difference.
💰 How to Claim a North Carolina Lottery Prize
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Up to $599: Redeem directly at any NC Lottery retailer.
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Over $599: Claim by mail or visit a North Carolina Lottery claim center in person.
Claiming by Mail
Mail your signed ticket along with a completed prize claim form. For prizes over $599, include copies of a government-issued photo ID and Social Security card.
Claiming In Person
Sign the back of your ticket and bring it, plus your ID and Social Security card, to a lottery office.
Some regional offices can cash prizes up to $99,999, while the Raleigh headquarters can process prizes of any amount.
⏰ North Carolina Lottery Drawing Schedule
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Powerball: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday at 10:59 p.m.
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Mega Millions: Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 p.m.
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Lucky for Life: Daily at 10:38 p.m.
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Pick 3 & Pick 4: Daily at 3:00 p.m. and 11:22 p.m.
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Cash 5: Daily at 11:22 p.m.
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