CT Lottery Player Alert: “$500,000 Extravaganza” and “Electric 7s” Games Ended as of Monday, Aug. 8; Players Must Claim Prizes by Feb. 4, 2024

August 8, 2022 – On Monday, Aug. 8, a decision was made to end the “$500,000 Extravaganza!” (Game #1663) and “Electric 7s” (Game #1664) scratch games, due to some difficulties in scratching off the play areas.

Players now have until Feb. 4, 2023 to claim any prizes from this game. To timely claim the prize, on or before Feb. 4, a player may go to any CT Lottery retailer to validate the ticket through the retailer terminal, or come directly to CT Lottery Headquarters at 777 Brook Street in Rocky Hill, CT 06067.

Questions about the game, or about how to claim a prize, may be directed to: info@ctlottery.org or (860) 713-2700.

About the Connecticut Lottery Corporation

The Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC) is a quasi-public state agency committed to generating revenue for Connecticut in accordance with the highest standards of public policy and social responsibility.

In fiscal year 2025, CLC awarded more than $1.3 billion in prizes, paid $81.9 million in commissions and incentives to its network of more than 2,800 retail partners, and contributed approximately $362 million to the state’s General Fund. Through the General Fund, CT lottery dollars support services and programs that benefit Connecticut residents and communities, including education, public health, public safety, and libraries.

Since 1972, the Lottery has contributed nearly $12 billion for the State of Connecticut.

Lottery purchases are limited to adults age 18 or older. Players must be at least 21 to place sports wagers.Help is available for problem gambling. Call (888) 789-7777 or visit ccpg.org.