how to play Mega Millions California to play Mega Millions in California purchase a $2 ticket from any authorized retailer pick five numbers between 1 and 70 and one Mega Ball number between 1 and 25 alternatively opt for a quick pick for random numbers matches win on a scale with the jackpot requiring all numbers to match drawings are held Tuesdays and Fridays at 8:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time tickets must be purchased by 7:45 p.m. on draw days [Music]