CPTV (Connecticut Public Television) and WNPR (Connecticut Public Radio) have been known for producing programs and special events that celebrate fine wine and rich culinary pursuits – from Eating CT to The Faith Middleton Show’s Food Schmooze to signature event wine dinners. Now the public broadcasting networks are turning their attention to another culinary pursuit: beer and chili!

Many breweries and restaurants have signed on to participate in CPTV and WNPR’s first annual Craft Beer and Chili Challenge event inside Mohegan Sun Arena in on Sunday, August 22nd from 1:00pm – 4:00pm. So far, forty breweries and almost fifteen Connecticut restaurants will be offering their craft beers and chilis for visitors to taste and enjoy. 

Some of the participating breweries include…
• Thomas Hooker Brewing Company
• City Steam Brewery Café
• New England Brewing Company
• Willimantic Brewing Company
• Magic Hat
• Samuel Adams
• Sierra Nevada
• Ipswich
• Saranac
• Woodchuck Cider
• Stone Brewing Company
• Farmington River Brewing Company
• And many more!

Participating restaurants include…
• Eli Cannon’s, Middletown
• Plan B Burger Bar, West Hartford
• Foster’s, New Haven
• The Society Room of Hartford
• The Pond House Café, West Hartford
• City Steam Brewery Café, Hartford
• The Brew Pub at Mohegan Sun
• Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville at Mohegan Sun
• Willimantic Brewing Company
• And many more!

All-inclusive tickets are $45.00 for general admission and $30.00 for designated driver tickets.  There is also a VIP early entrance general admission ticket (gaining early entry to the event at 12:00pm) available for $75.00 and a VIP early entrance designated driver ticket available for $60.00.  Tickets are available for purchase by calling 877.77.CLICK (25425) or visit cpbn.org, keyword: Beer and Chili.

Visitors to the event will be able to sample a vast selection of craft-brewed beers as well as a variety of chili – from hearty and meaty, to hot and spicy, to vegetarian and everything in between. Then everyone can vote on their favorites, and the best beer and chili in Connecticut will be crowned.

About Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network
The Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network (CPBN) includes CPTV and WNPR. CPTV, a media service of CPBN, is a locally and nationally recognized producer and presenter of quality public television programming, including UConn Women’s Basketball, original documentaries and educational programming. CPTV has built a reputation as a leader in children’s programming, including playing a historic role in bringing Barney & Friends™, Bob the Builder™ and Thomas & Friends™ to public television. The station offers 11 hours of positive, nurturing children’s programs each weekday, reaching 50,000 to 70,000 households daily. The CPBN also includes WNPR, an affiliate of National Public Radio, Public Radio International and American Public Media. WNPR serves over 200,000 listeners weekly in Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island with news and information. Its award-winning local programming includes The Faith Middleton Show and Where We Live, and the station’s newest daily offering, The Colin McEnroe Show. Overall, the network brings a broad spectrum of public affairs, entertainment, sports and educational programming to viewers, listeners and readers. For more information, visit www.cpbn.org.

About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

UNCASVILLE, CT  – Let Mohegan Sun add a little sizzle to your summer with a variety of specials from July 1st through September 6th to celebrate 2010’s Hot Summer Fun festivities.  Whether it’s all-you-can-eat lobster, finger lickin’ barbeque or the Best Breakfast Under the Sun, there is something for every palate this summer at Mohegan Sun. 

Start the day off right with a delectable breakfast that is sure to get you through a hot summer day.  Diners are in for “A Shore Thing” at Jasper White’s Summer Shack this season every Sunday from 10:00am to 2:00pm.  A brunch filled with Eggs and Omelets made-to-order, Crab Cakes, Raw Bar, Lobster Hash and much more will be accompanied by live music every week.  Enjoy all of the food and excitement for $39.00 and children are half the price.  The Best Breakfast Under the Sun returns as well each and every day at Seasons Buffet.  Enjoy Crepes and Sausage, Homemade Pancakes and breakfast sides for $10.85 per person from 7:30am – 11:00am every day (tax and gratuity not included).

What says summertime more than lobster?  Mohegan Sun’s Sunburst Buffet features the Seafood Spectacular every Sunday and Monday during Hot Summer Fun.  It includes not only all-you-can-eat Lobster, but seafood favorites like Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Lobster Salad, Lobster Mac & Cheese, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and Fried Seafood as well.   The Seafood Spectacular is available for $44.99 from 3:00pm to 10:00pm each Sunday and Monday during Hot Summer Fun (price inclusive of tax, gratuity not included).

 Sunburst Buffet will also host Finger Lickin’ Fridays with all the fixings of a summertime barbeque for just $21.00 every Friday (price inclusive of tax, gratuity not included).  Sink your teeth into BBQ Pork Ribs, Smoked BBQ Chicken, BBQ Brisket, BBQ Sausage, Carolina Pulled Pork and much more.  In addition, Seasons and Sunburst Buffets will offer all-you-can-eat Peel & Eat Shrimp every day. 

Birches Bar & Grill will feature dining specials around the clock.  From 9:00pm to 3:30am, Steak and Eggs will be available for $10.95.  From 11:30am to 11:00pm, Barbeque Ribs are available for $10.95 as well.

The day to show Dad appreciation is near and what better way to say “thank you’’ than with a gourmet meal or a gift he will remember at Mohegan Sun? A variety of specials will be featured throughout the property on June 20th including:

Todd English’s Tuscany will celebrate Father’s Day with their delicious chef’s tasting. Diners will begin with a Caprese Salad tossed with Heirloom Tomatoes, Fresh Basil and Burrata Cheese. The second course will consist of Veal Ravioli with Thyme Mushroom Cream. Next, Petit Filet with Seared Foie Gras and Horseradish Silk Potatoes. Topping off the meal will be a Strawberry Rhubarb Napoleon dish with Cardamom Cream for dessert. The special is offered at $50.00 per person from 4:00pm to 10:00pm and will be offered at $85.00 per person with wine pairings.

Birches Bar & Grill will prepare a three-course meal beginning with a choice of Soup or House Salad and then a Roast Prime Rib of Beef served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus Spears and Horseradish Cream. For dessert, a seven layered Caramel Mousse Bomb with Chocolate covered pretzel pieces will be prepared. The meal will be offered at $24.95 per person from noon until midnight.

Michael Jordan’s Steak House will serve dinner from 5:00pm to 11:00pm and guests can feast on a King Cut 20-ounce Prime Rib Steak served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Rosemary Demi Glace and a Sundried Tomatoes and Mushroom Skewer for $35.00 per person. Looking to surprise Dad? Diners can order steaks, steak sauces and many other items inside the Michael Jordan Restaurant store at Mohegan Sun or online at michaeljordansteaks.com. Shipping is free and packages start at $109.95.

Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe will prepare a delicious 20-ounce Prime Rib served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Rosemary Demi Glace for $32.00 per person.

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will have Dad in paradise with a special meal consisting of an 8-ounce Rib Eye Steak topped with Blue Cheese and Tequila Lime Shrimp with Vegetables for $24.95. Additionally, every Dad will receive two complimentary scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream topped with Oreo Cookie Crumbles, Whipped Cream and a Cherry for dessert.

Big Bubba’s BBQ will honor Father’s Day with a Prime Rib dinner which will include a Twice-Baked Potato and an additional side for $22.95.

In addition to the delicious menu items that will be located throughout the property, Mohegan Sun also has a variety of unique gifts that Dad will enjoy.

Spoil Pop at Elemis Spa with a Men’s Escape Package that includes a 50-mintue Deep- Tissue Massage, 50-minute Skin IQ Facial, 50-minute sport pedicure and a 30-minute sport manicure for $364.00.

From May 22nd until Father’s Day, Tommy Bahama’s ‘’On the Flip Side Event’’ will give shoppers a $50.00 reward for every $250.00 they spend to use towards a future purchase.

Guests who visit Margaritaville’s Smuggler’s Hold can enter Dad into a special drawing that will award one lucky father a Golf Bag. 

Brookstone will give shoppers a chance to buy Dad the coolest new gadgets with a variety of discounts including $25.00 off of Wireless Outdoor Speakers, $10.00 off of Handheld Massagers, $100.00 savings on iSqueez Foot Massagers, a buy one Biosense Pillow and Better Than Down Pillows or Comforters and get 50% off of the second and when you buy two Panasonic Batteries, you get one free. 

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

May 9th is almost here and Mohegan Sun plans on making Mother’s Day a memorable one with gourmet dining, Elemis Spa specials and exclusive discounts at Mom’s favorite Mohegan Sun shops. 

DINING OFFERINGS

Todd English’s Tuscany will prepare a three-course meal starting with Lobster Fegatini in Fennel Brown Butter. It’s followed by Pastrami-Rubbed Duck served over Porcini Dusted Potatoes and Roasted Cipollini Onions and then a Petit Rack of Lamb served with Spring Pea and Mint Risotto with Lamb Jus. Concluding the meal will be a signature Fallen Chocolate Cake. The special will be offered at $47.00 per person or $82.00 per person with wine pairings from 4:00pm to 10:00pm.

Birches Bar & Grill will offer a three-course meal starting with a choice of Soup Du Jour or a Garden Salad followed by Baked Seafood Stuffed Shrimp with Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce served with Asparagus Spears and Wild Rice Pilaf. Lastly, a Raspberry Panna Cotta on a Cookie base with fresh Berries and Raspberry Coulis will be served for dessert. The meal will be offered at $25.95 per person from 10:00am to 3:30am.

At Big Bubba’s BBQ, a special dinner consisting of Prime Rib with a Twice Baked Potato plus an additional side will be prepared for $22.95 per person from 11:30am to 10:00pm.

Sunburst Buffet will offer a special brunch menu featuring items such as Creamy Gorgonzola Pasta Primavera, Pepperoni Frittata and Mussels with Lemon Grass Broth from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Dinner will be prepared from 2:00pm to 9:00pm and will feature an array of specialties including Gemelli with Bolognaise& Fresh Mozzarella, Tuscan Chicken with Broccoli & Penne and Swordfish with Tomato Vinaigrette. Both meals will be offered at $19.81 per person and $10.37 for children between the ages of six and twelve.

Special hours will be available at Bar Americain with dinner service from 2:00pm to 8:00pm,  and Pompeii & Caesar will offer a special brunch menu from 10:00am to 4:00pm.    

HOTEL & SPA SPECIALS

Elemis Spa will feature the Trail of Life Ritual package which includes an Ocean Warming Bath, a fifty-minute Swedish Massage, Visible Brilliance Facial, Exotic Hand Ritual, Sole Delight Pedicure, Frangipani Conditioning Hair and Scalp Ritual. The package includes a light lunch and is offered at $438.00.

THE SHOPS AT MOHEGAN SUN

Caché will offer a Mother’s Day exclusive sale on May 9th with a special 10% discount on your entire purchase for Mom.

At Citizen Watch, a box set special featuring a gold Citizen watch with a black dial and matching bracelet will be offered for $159.99. 

Lalo Treasures will take 15% off the purchase of a Lalo necklace and earring set.

LUSH will offer a variety of last-minute gift options on Mother’s Day including MUMs bath bombs for $7.95, a MUM gift for $37.95 and a MUM hatbox for $49.95.

 For more complete information on Mohegan Sun’s restaurants, shops and spa, visit mohegansun.com and click on the “dining” link or call 1.888.226.7711.  Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

Mohegan Sun is excited to announce that its spring ale, Peeping Frog, will be on-tap throughout the property starting March 20th.

Named after the Moon of the Peeping Frogs, this English-style ale has a unique hops flavor and aroma that comes from the Fuggle hop. The gold and sparkling amber malts attribute to the ale’s light amber color, medium body and fresh finish.  Peeping Frog is one of four seasonal ales brewed by Mohegan Sun.

“Peeping Frog has been a mainstay in The Brew Pub at Mohegan Sun for over a decade,” said Joel Johnson, Brew Pub Manager at Mohegan Sun. “This light English-style malt has a crisp and refreshing finish with a light caramel color.”

Mohegan Sun’s Peeping Frog ale will be served at: The Brew Pub at Mohegan Sun, Hall of The Lost Tribes, The Cove Bar, Seasons Buffet, the inside bar at Todd English’s Tuscany, The Lodge, Wolf Den Bar & Showroom, Leffingwells Martini Bar, the Harvest Moon Bar and the East Wind Bar located in Casino of the Wind.  Additionally, Mohegan Sun’s Sachem Ale and Mohegan Lager are on-tap 365 days a year and seasonal brew, Thunder Moon Lager, will be introduced in early June.

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

Birches Bar & Grill will offer warm Corned Beef and Cabbage, Steamed Red Bliss Potatoes, Carrots and Irish Soda Bread.  Dessert will be a Chocolate Stout Silk Pie with Chocolate Shamrock Sauce.  The meal will be offered at $15.95.   Birches Bar & Grill will be open from 11:30am – 3:30am.

Big Bubba’s BBQ will feature a Corned Beef & Cabbage dinner with Potatoes & Carrots all for $15.95.  Big Bubba’s BBQ will be open from 11:00am – 10:00pm.

The Cove will offer warm Corned Beef and Cabbage, Baby Carrots, Red Bliss Potatoes, Mustard Sauce, Irish Soda Bread with Dill Butter and finished with Chocolate Stout Silk Pie covered in Chocolate Shamrock Sauce for dessert.  This meal is offered at $17.00.  The Cove will be open from 11:30am – 12:00am.

The Dubliner does it big on their busiest day of the year.  Starting at 11:00am on March 17th, they will be rolling out Irish dishes and perfectly-poured Guinness pints that will be served throughout the entire day.  Guests looking to join in on the celebration can choose to order the Shin & Guinness Stew, Corned Beef & Cabbage, Bangers & Champ and much more.  The New London Firefighters Pipes & Drums will play during the afternoon followed by live music by Jediah from 8:00pm – 12:00am.  There will be plenty of green and giveaways for all. It is suggested to arrive early as seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Call 860.862.7005 for more information on The Dubliner’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration. 

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with the “Green Beer is Overrated…Irish I had a Margarita!” party.  Guests who wear green will receive $3.17 food and beverage specials.  Guests with March 17th birthdays can also get a $31.70 food & beverage certificate.  The party starts at 3:17pm on Wednesday, March 17th.

Seasons Buffet will feature a variety of selections including Irish Soda Bread, Corned Steamship Round of Beef, Seared Chicken Breasts with Jameson Irish Whiskey Cream Sauce, Irish Lamb Stew, Guinness Steamed Mussels, Fresh Mashed Irish Potatoes, Braised Cabbage and a variety of desserts to choose from.  The special menu will be offered from 11:00am to 10:00pm at $16.98 for adults and $9.43 for children ages six to twelve, tax not included.

In the Wolf Den for St. Patrick’s Day will be Classic Albums Live: U2 The Joshua Tree.  The performance begins at 8:00pm and is free.  Seating is limited and guests must be 21 years and over to attend. 

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

Mohegan Sun’s poker room, equipped with over twenty 50-inch flat screen televisions, will host Super Sunday Celebration Weekend, broadcasting the NFL’s biggest Sunday in style with prizes and free tournament drawings starting on Saturday, February 6th and continuing through game day on Sunday, February 7th.  For non-poker players, the game will also be available throughout the property at many of Mohegan Sun’s restaurants, bars and lounges.  Kick-off is at 6:30pm on Sunday, February 7th.

Starting at 10:00am on Saturday, February 6th and Sunday, February 7th, the first 75 players in the poker room for Super Sunday Celebration Weekend will receive a free Mohegan Sun T-shirt.  Drawings will also take place every hour from 11:00am to10:00pm for duffle bags, poker chip sets and other great prizes.   At 7:00pm on both Saturday & Sunday, all players involved in a live poker game will be eligible for entry into an upcoming Wednesday Guaranteed Poker tournament.

 In addition, poker players taking part in All Limit Hold’em 3-6 and above and/or playing Seven Card Stud limits 5-10 and 10-20 will receive half rake from 10:00am – Midnight. 

 The poker room will broadcast the 44th edition of the National Football League’s Championship on the majority of their 50-inch flat screens.

Other venues at Mohegan Sun broadcasting the game include Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe, Lucky’s Lounge, The Dubliner, Big Bubba’s BBQ, Bobby’s Burger  Palace and Geno’s Pub as well as Mohegan Sun’s Bow & Arrow Sports Bar, Harvest Moon Bar, Sunset Bar, Star Bar, Taughannick Falls Bar, The Brew Pub at Mohegan Sun and The Lodge.

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

Beginning  January 5th, Asian guests can enjoy their Tuesdays with a variety of free gifts, free performances, special dining options for $8.88 and spectacular gaming as part of Mohegan Sun’s Super Tuesdays.  

Exclusive Rewards To Bus Guests 

Valuable Bus Package and Special Gift

Guests can ride off to Mohegan Sun from Manhattan or Flushing, New York with a $65.00 bus package or with a $70.00 package that include a free food and a Match Play coupon, ride from Brooklyn, New York or Massachusetts.  In addition, all bus patrons will receive an extra $5.00 Match Play coupon for Super Tuesdays.  

Don’t miss Mohegan Sun’s free gift giveaway.  The first 1,500 bus patrons each week will receive a coupon for a free gift; a new gift item will be given away each week.  Over 50 buses running daily from New York and Massachusetts will offer this exclusive package. Guests are encouraged to arrive on our earliest buses. 

Weekly Mini-Baccarat Tournament

The excitement continues with a special Mini-Baccarat tournament every Tuesday, bus guests will receive a voucher to participate upon arrival.  The first tournament registration begins at 11:00am with a $25.00 buy-in; entrants can compete for a guaranteed $3,000 prize pool.  Sessions will run from Noon to 5:00pm.  The second tournament registration begins at 11:00pm and sessions will run from 12:00am to 4:00am. 

Shopping and Dining

Seasons Buffet will offer a meal at $8.88 for all bus patrons, and Sunrise Square will also join in on the action with specials for $8.88 including Beef Brisket, Eggplant with Garlic Sauce, BBQ Pork, Roast Chicken and much more.  When you spend $15.00 on any purchases at Sunrise Essentials (excluding tobacco or health and beauty aids), you will receive a select drink for just a penny.

Live Entertainment

Enjoy an amazing show from top performers in the Wolf Den at 2:00pm every Tuesday.   On January 5th and February 9th, magician Jim Karol will perform a wide selection of magic tricks.  On January 12th and February 2nd, the Wolf Den will feature Chinese Fan Dance, one of the most esoteric and specialized forms of dance.  Jason Michaels and David Garrity will take the stage to show their astounding magic tricks on January 19th and January 26th respectively.

Must present a Player’s Club card and valid identification to redeem offers.  For more information on Mohegan Sun’s Super Tuesdays, call the Asian Marketing hotline 1.877.999.9977 or visit mohegansun.com/888.  For more information on bus package, call Mohegan Sun’s Bus Marketing department at 1.888.770.0140.  

About Mohegan Sun

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

Mohegan Sun is pleased to announce the return of, Forever Young Mondays, the promotion that turns back the clock. Beginning January 4th, guests sixty years of age or older will enjoy a variety of free gifts, mid-day entertainment, slot tournaments, two-for-one buffets and  dining & shopping specials as part of Mohegan Sun’s Forever Young Mondays. 

One-of-a-Kind Giveaways

Don’t miss Mohegan Sun’s free gift giveaways. Each Monday starting at 9:00am, the first 3,000 guests over sixty with a Player’s Club card will receive a free gift (the gift varies each week) by visiting the Summer Coat Check located in Casino of the Earth.

Discounted Dining

Rise and shine to Dunkin’ Donuts with a free doughnut with the purchase of any medium coffee.  Guests sixty years or older can stop by Jasper White’s Summer Shack Express and enjoy a Fried Fish Sandwich, a cup of Clam Chowder and soft drink for $15.00 (includes tax).

As if that isn’t enough, a delightful serving of infinite proportions will be offered at SolToro Tequila Grill with a special $19.95 Infinita Fajita which includes endless Chicken, Steak or Shrimp Fajitas.

Lunch and dinner is a lay-up at Geno’s Fast Break and Michael Jordan’s .23 sportcafe, as when you buy one entrée, you get another at half price. And over at Seasons and Sunburst Buffets, guests sixty-plus can enjoy two-for-one specials. Other dining specials include pocket friendly discounts at Big Bubba’s BBQ  where guests will receive 20% off their entire check (from Noon to 10:00pm). Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and Johnny Rockets also join in with 10% off on all food and beverage purchases and 10% off food purchases will be offered at The Dubliner and Lucky’s Lounge.

Discounted Shopping

The savings don’t end at the dining tables. At The Shops at Mohegan Sun, various stores are offering discounts including 20% off any autographed item at America’s Memories, 20% off entire purchase at The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store a 10% discount at Margaritaville’s Smuggler’s Hold and 10% off all men’s and women’s clothing at The Golf Shop.

Over at Spin Street, guests will get 10% off all books.  Additional specials include a free small baby jar free with a purchase of a large regular-priced Housewarmer jar at Yankee Candle. At Everything Under the Sun and Sky, Summer and Autumn Essentials, guests will receive a bag of nostalgic candy for a penny with a purchase of $10.00 or more. See stores for details. Some restrictions apply.

Free Entertainment and Mid-Day Performances

Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den lineup will be jam-packed with timeless acts including two special performances on select Mondays at 12:00pm to 12:45pm and 1:15pm to 2:00pm.

On January 4th, The Glamour Girls will play a wide selection of 50s through 70s hits. Additionally, Dietician and Lifestyle Expert, Mary Ann Nash, will be speaking on ways to achieve a healthy lifestyle following The Glamour Girls’ performance at 2:30pm.

Phil Dirt & The Dozers will pay homage to the 50s and 60s Rock and Roll era on January 11th. The Daddio’s will take the stage to play various 40s through 70s hits on January 18th. Rick K. and The Allnighters will perform their renditions of the 50s through the 70s on February 1st. Continuing the 50s and 70s sound will be The Main Street Cruisers on February 8th.

The Wolf Den plays host to “Bravo’s Millionaire Matchmaker” Patti Stanger on February 15th at 1:00pm, as she hosts a special Singles’ Boot Camp. Attendees will receive priceless tips and tricks on finding and keeping the perfect mate. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Strike it Rich with Guaranteed Slot Tournaments

The action heats up with $5,000 Slot Tournaments-Minimum-Guaranteed on January 25th and February 22nd. Registration for the $10.00 buy-in slot tournaments will be held on the day of each tournament from 8:00am to 4:00pm across from Birches Bar & Grill in Casino of the Earth. Tournaments will be filled on a first come, first-served basis.

Cash, credit cards and Player’s Club points may be used to buy into the slot tournament for a chance to take home a share of $5,000 (which may increase based on the amount of participants who register). Sessions will run from 11:00am to 7:00pm.

Become a Member

Guests are also encouraged to bring a friend or family member sixty and over and join the excitement. All guests sixty-plus who sign up for a new Player’s Club card will receive a free gift plus $10.00 in Free Slot Play Bonus.

Ride Off Into the Mohegan Sun-Set

A $30.00 bonus package will have guests riding in style. Select bus companies will offer this exclusive package including Dattco (Massachusetts), Eagle One Coach, Flagship, Gokey & Quinn, Greyhound Lines (Massachusetts and Rhode Island), Joseph’s Transportation and Pina Bus Company. Guests are encouraged to register early. For more information, call Mohegan Sun’s Bus Marketing Department at 1.888.770.0140. 

Must present a Player’s Club card and valid identification to redeem offers. For more information on Mohegan Sun’s Forever Young Mondays, please visit mohegansun.com/forever-young.

 Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com

Sunburst Buffet will serve a wide range of meals including a Steak Giambotta or Shrimp & Pesto Fettuccine.  Seasons Buffet will feature Roasted Turkey Breast, a Slow-Roasted Garlic & Shallot Crusted Prime Rib as well as an Herb-Roasted Pork Loin.  Desserts selections include Hot Caramel Apples, Bread Pudding and Fruit Cobbler.  Sunburst Buffet will be open from 11:00am – 12:00am and Seasons Buffet will be serving breakfast from 7:30am – 11:00am followed by lunch and dinner selections through 12:00am.    

Todd English’s Tuscany will offer a Chef’s Tasting Menu that starts out with Tuna Tartare; Crispy Rock Shrimp, Cucumber Salad with Sesame Dressing followed by Tuscan Misto (Surf & Turf) that features a 6-ounce Filet alongside a Butter-Poached Lobster and a side of Roquefort Mashed Potatoes topped with Celeriac Remoulade.  For dessert is a Signature Fallen Chocolate Cake with Tahitian Vanilla Gelato and Raspberry Purée.  This meal is offered at $47.00 per person.  Dinner will be served from 11:30am – 12:00am.

Birches Bar & Grill will serve a three-course meal special for New Year’s Eve that starts with a choice of Soup or Salad followed by Prime Rib Steak with Green Beans Provencal and Roasted Fingerling Potatoes or Baked Stuffed Shrimp with Asparagus, Rice Pilaf and Lemon Beurre Blanc.  This meal is offered at $39.95.  Birches Bar & Grill hours of operation will be from 11:30am – 3:30am on New Year’s Eve.  

Pompeii &Caesar, The Longhouse, Bamboo Forest and The Cove will all be closed for New Year’s Eve for a private event.

Dining Specials-New Year’s Day

Sunburst Buffet will have a special New Year’s Day Brunch serving Western Style Scrambled Eggs, Stuffed French Toast as well as Rigatoni with Seafood Bolognese, Honey Mustard Pork Loin and more.   Brunch hours will be from 9:00am – 2:00pm.  With dinner service to follow until 11:00pm.

On New Year’s Day, Pompeii & Caesar will offer their champagne brunch from10:00am – 2:30pm and will re-open to serve dinner from 5:00pm – 10:00pm. 

Birches Bar & Grill will open early at 9:00am, Friday, January 1st through Sunday, January 3rd.

Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling 1.888.226.7711.

For more information on Mohegan Sun’s New Year’s dining please visit Mohegansun.com/NYE.