Regular Mega-Sena draws throughout the year put aside 5% of the proceeds for Mega da Virada. Record Mega da Virada jackpot is the R$541.9 million jackpot from the 2024 drawing. Unlike a regular draw, the Mega da Virada jackpot doesn't accumulate even if nobody scores 6 numbers.
The Brazilian Mega Sena is one of the biggest lotteries in the world and holds the crown for the largest jackpot in all of South America. Brazil's national lottery has been around since 1996 but has only been available to residents of the country until now.