Holiday November 15th: Proclamation of the Republic makes Caixa cancel Mega-Sena, Lotofácil and other lotteries this Saturday
Caixa Econômica Federal has canceled all federal lottery draws scheduled for this Saturday, November 15, 2025. The measure covers Mega-Sena, Lotofácil, Quina, Lotomania, +Milionária, Dupla Sena, Dia de Sorte, Timemania and Super Sete. The reason is the national holiday of the Proclamation of the Republic.
The competitions will be held again from Monday, November 17th. The first draw will be Lotofácil contest 3440, scheduled for 8pm (Brasília time).
Reason for cancellation
Proclamation of the Republic Day has been a national holiday since 1890. The date marks the change from the monarchical to the republican regime in Brazil, in 1889.
Caixa follows the official calendar of national holidays and does not carry out withdrawals on these days. The practice occurs on all commemorative dates provided for in federal legislation.
Upcoming contests confirmed
The program resumes on Monday with several accumulated prizes. Lotofácil leads expectations by offering R$12 million in the final 0 contest.
- Lotofácil competition 3440 – R$ 12 million (Monday, 11/17, 8pm)
- Quina competition 6581 – accumulated value not disclosed (Monday, 11/17, 8pm)
- Mega-Sena contest 2799 – returns on Tuesday, 11/18
- +Millionaire contest 203 – also on Tuesday, 11/18
All draws take place at Espaço da Sorte, located at Terminal Tietê, in São Paulo.
Tracking Channels
Betters can watch the extractions live on official platforms. The broadcast starts minutes before the scheduled time.
Caixa maintains two main channels for real-time display. The content is also available for replay after completion.
The bank recommends that players check their tickets in advance. Redemption deadlines remain unchanged at 90 calendar days.
Betting remains open
Lottery houses and the Loterias Online portal continued to operate normally until regular opening hours on Friday. Bets for the next competitions are now open.
The minimum bet values have not changed. Lotofácil maintains R$3.00 and Mega-Sena R$5.00 for the simple game.
Holiday suspension history
The interruption of draws on national holidays follows a pattern adopted by Caixa for decades. The measure avoids coincidence with bank closing dates.
In recent years, the same rule has been applied on September 7th, October 12th and November 2nd. The schedule always returns on the first following business day.
Caixa reinforces that the complete calendar is available on the official website of Loyou would have. Bettors can check the dates and times of all competitions for the month.
Resumes on Monday
The Lucky Space reopens to the public on Monday for the first post-holiday draw. Lotofácil 3440 attracts attention as it is a special 0-final competition.
The prize estimated at R$12 million refers to the gross value. Payment takes place within two business days after presenting the winning ticket.
Caixa advises that winners look for specific agencies for amounts above R$2,112.00. Service requires identification with photo and CPF.
