CT Lottery’s Sportsbook at Arooga’s to Host a UFC 289 Watch Party and Giveaway

Shelton, CT / June 5, 2023 – Check out the exciting UFC 289 matches at the Connecticut Lottery Corporation’s new sportsbook at Arooga’s Grille House and Sports Bar in Shelton throughout the evening on Saturday, June 10th, for a chance to win.

Patrons are encouraged to stop by Arooga’s from Monday, June 5th, through Saturday, June 10th, to enter to win exciting prizes like a $250 Visa gift card or tickets to a suite at the June 20th Yard Goats game. Patrons who place a $10 bet or more at the retail sportsbook at Arooga’s can enter once per day through Saturday, with the giveaway drawings taking place on Monday, June 12, 2023. Food and drink specials are also available throughout the matches on Saturday night.

The Arooga’s location, previously announced as one of the Connecticut Lottery’s 15 authorized retail sports betting sites in the state,
opened in February with a completely redesigned and fully immersive state-of-the-art sports experience space. The dedicated area includes a two-story video wall, dozens of televisions, multiple self-service kiosks and teller windows, full food and drink service, and more than 50 beers on tap making it the premier location to take in this year’s tournament play.

Arooga’s Grille House and Sports Bar is located at 387 Bridgeport Avenue in Shelton.

No purchase or betting necessary for entry. Patrons must be 21 years of age or older to enter and do not need to be present at the drawings to win. Subject to terms and conditions available at Arooga’s Grille House and Sports Bar.

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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.