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UK Powerball Launch Date: When Does It Start?
UK Powerball launches later this summer, 2026. Allwyn, the National Lottery operator, has not yet announced the exact date — it has said tickets will go on sale “later this summer”, with the precise launch date to be confirmed nearer the time and subject to final regulatory approval. This page will be updated the moment the date is announced.
What has been confirmed
Allwyn announced UK Powerball in April 2026 alongside the new two-round Lotto format, which launched on 7 June. Powerball is the second half of that summer double: a UK-specific version of the famous American game, run in partnership with the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL), and the first time Powerball has been offered outside the United States. The price is set at £4 per line.
Why the exact date isn’t announced yet
The launch still needs final regulatory sign-off, which is normal for a brand-new National Lottery game. Allwyn has completed the technology work behind it — including migrating around 18 million player accounts to its new platforms — so the remaining step is approval rather than infrastructure. The operator has said the date will be confirmed “nearer the time”.
What launch will look like
Tickets will be available online and in around 43,500 National Lottery retailers, with sales open until 11:55pm the night before each draw. Draws take place three times a week — in the early hours of Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, UK time — from the Powerball studio in Florida, because UK players join the same shared draw as US players.
What to expect on day one
The jackpot is uncapped and starts at £12 million, shared across every participating player on both sides of the Atlantic, and paid out over 30 years to UK jackpot winners. Allwyn expects the game to send over 30% of each ticket to UK good causes — around £1 billion extra over its first five years.
Frequently asked questions
When does UK Powerball start?
Later this summer, 2026. Allwyn has not yet confirmed the exact date — it will be announced nearer the time, subject to final regulatory approval.
Has the UK Powerball launch date been announced?
Not yet — only the “later this summer” window has been confirmed so far.
How much will UK Powerball cost?
£4 per line, with a Lucky Dip option available.
Will UK players be in the same draw as US players?
Yes — UK players join the same shared jackpot draws, held in Florida three times a week.
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