First Lotto Millionaire of 2026 Announced After Dublin Ticket Win

The National Lottery has confirmed that a lucky player from County Dublin has become the first Lotto millionaire of 2026, winning a remarkable €1,005,000 in the EuroMillions Ireland Only Raffle. The winning ticket was sold at Spar Drumcondra, located on 122 Drumcondra Road Upper, and was purchased as a quick pick ticket on the evening of February 10, 2026.

Store Manager Niall Tobin expressed excitement over the win, stating, “What a fantastic win for Dublin’s Northside! The team here at Spar Drumcondra are absolutely delighted to have sold the winning EuroMillions Ireland Only Raffle ticket that has made the first National Lottery millionaire of 2026! We’re thrilled for Ireland’s newest millionaire and want to wish them every success in the future.”

The winning raffle ticket number was I-TGQ-37601. According to Darragh O’Dwyer, a spokesperson for the National Lottery, this win serves as an incredible way to celebrate Valentine’s weekend. He noted that “in total, more than 56,000 players in Ireland won prizes across the EuroMillions and EuroMillions Plus draws last night,” highlighting the widespread excitement around the event.

The EuroMillions draw on February 10 featured an additional ‘Ireland Only’ Raffle event, guaranteeing a €1,005,000 prize for one player. In addition to the major winner, ten other players received €5,000 each. The grand prize winner will now join the ranks of Ireland’s Lotto millionaires, a title that brings both joy and responsibility.

New winners are advised to sign the back of their ticket and keep it safe. They should contact the prize claims team at the National Lottery by calling 1800 666 222 or via email at [email protected] to arrange the collection of their prize at Lottery HQ.

As the celebrations begin, the National Lottery anticipates the joy this win will bring to the community and looks forward to the stories that will soon emerge from Dublin’s first Lotto millionaire of 2026.