The Caixa Econômica Federal is set to hold the draw for the Mega-Sena contest 2980 at 9 PM this Thursday in São Paulo, with an estimated jackpot of R$ 45 million. The event will take place at Espaço da Sorte on Avenida Paulista and will be broadcast live on RedeTV! as well as on social media platforms like YouTube and Facebook. Following the draw, Folha will publish the winning numbers promptly.

To participate in the Mega-Sena, a simple bet costs R$ 6, and entries can be made until 8 PM at physical lottery outlets, the Loterias Online website, and the Caixa Loterias app. However, digital group bets can be purchased until 8:30 PM online only. Although the odds of winning with a single six-number ticket is 1 in more than 50 million, increasing the bet to seven numbers boosts the chances to 1 in 7.1 million but costs R$ 42.

The lottery has gained significant traction in Brazilian culture as a popular form of entertainment, encouraging citizens to dream of large winnings. Given the sizable jackpot, excitement will likely peak leading up to the draw as participants eagerly await the announcement of the winning numbers, showcasing how lotteries continue to captivate the public's interest in Brazil.