Quick Read
- Five Montana Millionaire winning numbers announced for 2025, each worth $1 million.
- All 620,000 tickets sold out in just over six hours, setting a new record.
- Winning ticket retail locations will be revealed on December 27.
For lottery enthusiasts across Montana, December 26, 2025, was no ordinary Friday. It was the day the Montana Lottery revealed the five winning ticket numbers for its annual Montana Millionaire Raffle—a tradition that has come to symbolize the hopes, dreams, and pulse-racing anticipation of thousands across the state. Each winning ticket is worth a life-changing $1 million, and this year’s draw was marked by a feverish demand that saw all 620,000 tickets snapped up in just over six hours, shattering previous records.
The winning numbers, drawn under the watchful eye of Montana Lottery officials in Helena, are:
- 200837
- 315500
- 387095
- 582688
- 589431
For those clutching their tickets, the next step is simple but exhilarating: check your number, and if it matches, visit the Montana Lottery’s prize claim page for instructions on collecting your million-dollar windfall. But the story doesn’t end there. The specific retail locations where these winning tickets were sold will be announced tomorrow, December 27, adding another layer of suspense for communities eager to celebrate local luck.
This year’s Montana Millionaire game was, in many ways, a microcosm of the state’s growing enthusiasm for lottery games. The rapid sell-out—just over six hours—underscores both the popularity of the raffle and the community’s appetite for a shot at something extraordinary. According to the Montana Lottery, the program isn’t just about the thrill of the win. Established by a citizen’s referendum in 1986, the Lottery has consistently given back to Montana, contributing more than $2.25 million annually to STEM scholarships, awarding over $1.06 billion in prizes, and returning approximately $361.3 million to the state’s coffers. Sales agents have also been rewarded for their work, earning $104.5 million in commissions.
Why does Montana Millionaire inspire such passion? For many, it’s the rarity and exclusivity—the limited number of tickets and the tantalizing odds. For others, it’s the tradition: families and friends pooling together, sharing hopes, and marking the holidays with a dash of excitement. The sell-out speed this year was especially notable. As reported by KTVQ, tickets vanished from shelves in just over six hours, a testament to both effective marketing and the enduring appeal of the game.
But behind the numbers and headlines, there’s a deeper narrative. The Montana Lottery isn’t just a business—it’s a community institution. Its proceeds help fund scholarships, support local retailers, and inject millions into state programs. This year’s Montana Millionaire event is the latest chapter in a story that’s been unfolding for nearly four decades, blending fortune and philanthropy in equal measure.
As the five new millionaires check their tickets and the retail locations await tomorrow’s announcement, the rest of Montana can reflect on another successful lottery season—one that brought together anticipation, celebration, and a sense of shared possibility. Whether you’re a winner or not, the Montana Millionaire draws a crowd not just for its prizes, but for its place in the state’s culture.
This year’s Montana Millionaire proved that anticipation and community spirit are alive and well in Montana. The record-breaking sell-out and the Lottery’s continued investment in scholarships and state programs show that, win or lose, the real prize may be the shared excitement and local impact. Sources: Montana Lottery, KTVQ.