Irish Lotto Winners
Since its launch in 1988, Irish Lotto has seen countless winners — from lucky ticket holders scooping smaller prizes to thousands of jackpot winners. Nearly a thousand jackpots have been worth over €1 million!
Many players never expected to win, but their stories prove that anything is possible. Explore our list of Irish Lotto winners, big and small, and see how a little luck can go a long way.
Top Three Irish Lotto Jackpots
Below are some of the biggest jackpots ever won in Irish Lotto. Read on and get inspired by these incredible strokes of luck in the Emerald Isle.
1. €19.06 Million (January 2022) — Co. Mayo
The single largest domestic jackpot in history was won by a family syndicate from Mayo. A draw that became a national phenomenon began with the jackpot had rolled over for a record-breaking 63 consecutive draws, prompting political debate and a mandated "Will-Be-Won" finale draw where it had to be cleared. The lucky Quick-Pick ticket was purchased at Laura’s XL store in Castlebar.
2. €18.96 Million (June 2008) — Co. Carlow
Before the 2022 madness, this record stood untouched for 14 years. It was won by a famous 16-man work syndicate from the Dan Morrissey concrete plant in Bennekerry, Carlow. Because it was split 16 ways, each member took home roughly €1.18 million.
3. €17.01 Million (August 2025) — Co. Mayo
Mayo struck gold again when an online player won the third-largest domestic prize in history. Because the ticket was bought via the National Lottery website, the winner’s location was simply tracked to County Mayo, and they opted to keep their identity fully private.
First Draw 16 Apr 1988
Latest Draw 2 Days Ago
Draws to Date 3,930
Jackpots Won 5 This Year
Largest Irish Lotto Jackpots from The Past Year
Find out about the biggest Irish Lotto jackpots won here:
Jackpots Over the Last 150 Days
This table shows the growth and evolution of the Irish Lotto jackpot over time. As rollovers occur and jackpots are won, you can see how it grows and shrinks:
Why Not Play Irish Lotto Today?
Feeling inspired yet? Every ticket has a chance to change your story too. Try your luck in the next Irish Lotto draw whether you’re playing in the Emerald Isle or betting from a different country – you could be the next name on this list.
