Vermont Lottery Announces Latest Winning Numbers
The Vermont Lottery has released results for the Oct. 19 Powerball, Megabucks Plus, and daily games.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Gambling

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State lottery officials confirmed the winning numbers for the October 19, 2026, drawings across Powerball, Megabucks Plus, Pick 3, Pick 4, and Gimme 5 games. Players are encouraged to check their tickets to see if they hold a winning combination.
Why it matters
Understanding the proper prize claim procedures ensures that participants can successfully redeem winnings in a timely manner. All lottery prizes must be claimed within one year from the date of the relevant drawing.
Retailers can process prize claims up to $499, while prizes between $500 and $5,000 must be redeemed at M&T Bank locations. All winning tickets expire exactly one year after the drawing date.
The players
Vermont Lottery
This is the state agency responsible for managing and conducting authorized lottery games in Vermont.
M&T Bank
This financial institution serves as a designated location for processing specific mid-range lottery prize claims in the state.
The details
The Powerball drawing featured the numbers 08-31-32-42-48 with a Powerball of 23 and Power Play of 4, while Megabucks Plus results were 19-28-35-36-41 with a Megaball of 05. Daily games included Pick 3 and Pick 4, with results provided for both day and evening sessions.
Timeline
October 19, 2026: Vermont Lottery games were drawn.
Culture Shift
The public interest in state-run lotteries represents a long-standing tradition of legalized gambling as a source of state revenue. These games continue to attract consistent participation despite the rise of digital entertainment and alternative gaming options.
Residents holding winning tickets must visit an authorized retailer or M&T Bank branch depending on the prize amount to receive their winnings. Ensure you present valid identification when claiming prizes at a bank location during business hours.
The takeaway
Always keep your physical lottery tickets in a secure place until you have verified the numbers against official results. Missing the one-year claim window will result in the forfeiture of any winnings.
Further reading
For more information on state gaming regulations, visit Vermont Gambling.
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