Recent Florida Lottery drawings have yielded multiple winning tickets across South Florida, bringing substantial cash prizes to players in Miami-Dade, Coral Springs, and Palm Beach Gardens, while a multi-million-dollar jackpot remains unclaimed.
According to reports from the Miami Herald and TCPalm, lottery tickets purchased at local grocery stores and gas stations delivered wins in several recent Florida Lottery events. Meanwhile, a massive $10.75 million Florida Lotto jackpot remained unclaimed as of early October 2026.
Recent Fantasy 5 Drawing Payouts
In a recent Friday Fantasy 5 drawing, two separate tickets matched all five winning numbers-3, 11, 14, 19, and 31-securing a payout of $56,615 each. One of the winning tickets was sold at a Sedano’s location situated at 12175 SW 26th St. in West Miami-Dade. The second winning ticket for that drawing was purchased at Love’s Travel Stop located at 7791 NW 47th Ave. in Ocala.
An earlier Fantasy 5 drawing on October 8 produced three winning tickets, with each ticket worth $18,879. Those winning numbers were 4, 14, 24, 27, and 34. According to reporting from the Miami Herald, those tickets were purchased at:
- A Valero station located at 1800 W. Flagler St. in Little Havana
- A Publix supermarket located at 10701 Wiles Rd. in Coral Springs
- A Publix supermarket located at 4100 Hood Rd. in Palm Beach Gardens
How to Claim Florida Lottery Prizes
For players holding winning tickets from these or other drawings, the Florida Lottery outlines specific procedures to safely claim prizes. Winners must adhere to strict deadlines and guidelines:
- Sign Your Ticket: Always sign the back of your winning ticket immediately to establish ownership.
- Claim Deadlines: Draw game prizes generally must be claimed within 180 days after the official draw date. Scratch-off game prizes must be claimed on or before the 60th day after the official game close.
- Required Documentation: Prizes valued at $600 or greater require a completed Winner Claim Form and valid, government-issued photo identification.
- Claim Locations: Depending on the prize amount, tickets can be redeemed at authorized retailers, Florida Lottery district offices, or the Tallahassee headquarters.
Players are strongly encouraged to check their numbers, secure their tickets, and consult official Florida Lottery resources before traveling to a claim center.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to claim a Florida Lottery draw game prize?
For Florida draw games, winners have 180 days from the date of the winning draw to claim their prize. For cash options requiring an annuity choice, elections must typically be made within 60 days of the draw.
What identification is required to claim a prize of $600 or more?
You must provide a completed Winner Claim Form along with an unexpired form of identification issued within the past five years, such as a valid driver’s license or state ID card featuring a serial number.
Where can I claim large lottery prizes in Florida?
Prizes over certain thresholds must be processed at a Florida Lottery District Office or the official headquarters located in Tallahassee. Mega Millions and Powerball prizes can be claimed at any district office.
Can Florida Lottery winners remain anonymous?
No, Florida law requires the Florida Lottery to disclose certain winner information-such as the prize amount and the date of the winning draw-if requested by a third party.
What should I do immediately after winning the lottery?
Sign the back of your ticket right away, keep it in a secure location, verify the numbers against official drawing results, and review the official Florida Lottery Winner’s Guide before initiating your claim.
