That’s all the news for this year’s Gordo draw.
December 22nd is the date marked on the calendars of millions of people hoping to win “El Gordo” in the Christmas lottery drawing. Christmas Lottery Day comes every year as a tradition shrouded in nostalgia. The December cold on this day seems less cold because the air is saturated with shared dreams. Televisions in homes, bars and squares broadcast the unmistakable song of the children of San Ildefonso, and for a moment everyone stops to listen to a prank that could change someone’s life.
For many, the Christmas lottery is not just a bet on luck, but a tradition that evokes memories of years past. Nostalgia mixes with hope people who, with tickets in hand, are waiting for the magical sound of numbers that can change their future.
Changes to the 2024 Christmas Draw
The first news IFactory lotteries and state bets— increase in the number of episodes from 185 to 193. This means that there will be more chances to win as more tenths will be available.
This structure of dividing tickets into tenths makes participation easier, making it more accessible and economical for lottery players. This year, with the issuance of 193 million tenths, the 2023 figure was exceeded. In addition, they will be distributed. €2.702 million in prizes. Although the amount attributable to a tenth of the first prize El Gordo is still worth €400,000, the increase in the number of episodes means more people will be able to win that big top prize.
This also leads to an increase in the number of prizes. The total number of prizes distributed will be 2.702 million euroswhich is a significant increase over the previous year. “El Gordo” will remain episode-by-episode 400,000 euros per tenthbut expanding the series makes the draw more generous by making it largest in lottery history.
In the festive atmosphere of Christmas, lottery prizes multiply with excitement. Each winning streak of “El Gordo” brings with it 4 million euros, filling those who receive it with joy. The second prize is not far behind: 1,250,000 euros per episodeand the third distributes 500,000 euros. In total, the magic of the Christmas Lottery will distribute millions of euros, spreading the illusion throughout the country on these special dates.