Cabarrus County ticket scores $2 million win in Halloween Powerball drawing
The $1 million base prize from matching all five white balls was doubled to $2 million by the Power Play multiplier of 2, which was randomly selected during the drawing.
Key numbers
| Stat | Figure | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Next Powerball jackpot | $793 million | November 2, 2026 | NC Lottery |
| Odds of winning Powerball jackpot | 1 in 292 million | November 2, 2026 | NC Lottery |
What happened
A single $3 Power Play ticket purchased at Sam’s Mart in Harrisburg, Cabarrus County, matched all five white balls and the Powerball on October 31, 2026, winning $1 million before the 2X multiplier doubled the prize to $2 million. The ticket was sold during the Halloween-themed Powerball drawing, which also produced a $50,000 winner in Union County.Who is affected
The anonymous winner from Cabarrus County is the sole recipient of the $2 million prize, though the NC Lottery confirmed a secondary $50,000 winner in Union County. No other counties reported matching tickets for the October 31 drawing. The Powerball jackpot for the October 31 drawing was $1 million before the multiplier, with odds of winning the base prize at 1 in 11.6 million. The next drawing on November 2, 2026, offered a jackpot of $793 million ($339.9 million in cash), with jackpot odds of 1 in 292 million.What to do next
Winners have 180 days from the drawing date to claim their prize. The NC Lottery advises winners to remain anonymous and contact their office directly for secure claim procedures.What we don’t know
The identity of the Cabarrus County winner remains undisclosed, and the NC Lottery has not released details on how the winner plans to claim the prize. No information is available on whether the winner chose the lump sum or annuity option.Timeline
- November 2, 2026: Next Powerball drawing with a $793 million jackpot.
Why it matters
The $2 million win underscores the rarity of Powerball jackpots, with odds of winning the base prize at 1 in 11.6 million. The NC Lottery’s proceeds fund education and public projects across North Carolina’s 100 counties, making such wins a significant local impact.Frequently asked questions
How did the $2 million prize work?
The $1 million base prize from matching all five white balls was doubled to $2 million by the Power Play multiplier of 2, which was randomly selected during the drawing.
Where was the winning ticket bought?
The $3 Power Play ticket was purchased at Sam’s Mart on N.C. 49 in Harrisburg, Cabarrus County.
What are the odds of winning?
The odds of matching all five white balls and the Powerball are 1 in 292 million for the jackpot, while matching all five white balls alone has odds of 1 in 11.6 million.
How long do winners have to claim their prize?
Winners have 180 days from the drawing date to claim their prize with the NC Lottery.
Can winners remain anonymous?
Yes, the NC Lottery allows winners to claim their prizes anonymously through their office.
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Sources
- California Lottery Powerball, Daily 3 Midday winning numbers for Oct. 28, 2026 — desertsun.com, 2026-10-29
- Cabarrus County ticket scores $2 million win in Halloween Powerball drawing — nclottery.com