Celebrate the Holiday Season in December with Daily Specials and Festive Experiences including The Gingerbread Bar, Photos with Santa, Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan, and so much more
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 13, 2025) – The most magical time of the year is almost here and Mohegan Sun is ready to make it unforgettable with Countdown to Cheer – a month-long celebration filled with festivities, daily specials, and live entertainment. Throughout December, Countdown to Cheer allows guests to experience incredible performances like Straight No Chaser: Holiday Road, indulge in dining specials at Beauty & Essex, sip holiday cocktails at the Gingerbread Pop-up Bar, mix & mingle at The Ultimate Big Little Holiday Party and so much more!
The Gingerbread Bar | Open seven days a week from Thursday, December 4th – Monday, January 5th, The Gingerbread Bar, located in the Sky Tower lobby, creates a warm festive atmosphere and endless holiday fun. Guests can sip on festive spirits and holiday-inspired cocktails while sitting by the fireplace with friends and family. Featured cocktails include the Gingerbread Martini, Partridge in a Pear Tree, Winter Wonderland Mimosa, Berry Christmas Eggnog, Fireside Margarita, and Citrus Christmas.
Santa Photo Opportunities | From 5:00pm – 7:00pm on Fridays, December 5th, 12th, and 19th, guests of all ages can head over to The Gingerbread House at The Shops at Mohegan Sun for a special photo opportunity with Santa! On Friday, December 12th, guests 21 years of age or older can come and meet the man who is #1 on the naughty list – Grumpy Santa! From 6:00pm – 8:00pm, Grumpy Santa will be trading cookies and milk for cocktails and selfies with every stranger he meets at The Gingerbread Bar.
Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan | It’s time to share holiday magic! On the Sun Patio on Sunday, December 14th from 6:00pm – 8:30pm guests can take free family photos with Santa and have the moment printed on a postcard. At the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan, guests can browse the gifting shop to receive a complimentary bag while supplies last and donate to No Kid Hungry to receive a library of fun holiday recipes. Don’t miss the chance to share a Coke with Santa at this unforgettable holiday experience.
Third Annual Sun Patio Tree Lighting | Mohegan Sun’s Third Annual Sun Patio Tree Lighting on Sunday, December 7th will have very special guests, Philip Bailey and Ralph Johnson of the legendary Earth, Wind & Fire. The duo will take on the honors of lighting up a massive Christmas Tree on the Sun Patio. This holiday event takes place from 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Also featured at Mohegan Sun’s Third Annual Sun Patio Tree Lighting is a curated Holiday Market offering the perfect seasonal finds and handcrafted gifts from well-known local vendors. A hot chocolate bar also returns to the annual festival, as well as festive cocktails at the Sun Patio Bar for those 21+. Christmas carolers will fill the air with classic holiday tunes leading up to, and following the tree lighting – planned for around 5:00pm! This event is open to all ages and admission is free.
SantaCon at Mohegan Sun | On Friday, December 12th, guests can celebrate the season with SantaCon at Mohegan Sun, a ticketed bar crawl and evening of specials that transforms the night into a festive journey of flavor, fun, and giving. SantaCon at Mohegan Sun isn’t just about the drinks – there’s plenty of festive fun, food and holiday cheer for everyone to enjoy! Guests 21+ are free to explore at their own pace, visiting each participating location until they close. Tickets are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Mix & Mingle: The Ultimate Big Little Holiday Party | On Friday, December 12th from 5:00pm – 10:00pm, guests are invited to join the festivities – whether arriving with a small group or a large gathering. Mix & Mingle: The Ultimate Big Little Holiday Party offers a chance to create joyful holiday memories without the stress of planning. Attendees can sip festive cocktails, enjoy delicious food, listen to live music, and share in the holiday spirit. Special menus will be announced soon. All bookings should be directed to [email protected].
Mohegan Sun Arena Holiday Entertainment Lineup | Mohegan Sun Arena has a December entertainment lineup that guests won’t want to miss. Shows include Straight No Chaser: Holiday Road on Saturday, December 6th at 8:00pm, Earth, Wind & Fire on Sunday, December 7th at 7:00pm, A Charlie Brown Christmas – 60th Anniversary on Friday, December 12th at 7:00pm and Saturday, December 13th at 3:00pm, Bush on Sunday, December 14th at 7:30pm, Creed – Creedmas with special guest Sevendust on Tuesday, December 30th at 7:30pm, and INVINCIBLE: A Glorious Tribute To Michael Jackson on Wednesday, December 31st at 7:30pm. Tickets to all shows are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Wolf Den Holiday Entertainment Lineup | The Wolf Den will also be rockin’ with holiday entertainment throughout December. Guests can check out Merry Christmas Darling: A Carpenters’ Christmas on Saturday, December 13th at 8:00pm, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s Wild and Swingin’ Holiday Party on Friday, December 19th and Saturday, December 20th at 8:00pm, and Boogie Wonder Band on Wednesday, December 31st at 8:00pm and 11:00pm. All guests must be 21+ to enter the Wolf Den.
Food & Beverage Offerings | During Countdown to Cheer, guests can enjoy festive food and drink specials across Mohegan Sun venues.TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge will offer a Michter’s Barrel-Aged Manhattan and a $99 special on Tuesday, December 2nd, followed by The Melted Snowman cocktail on Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th. Beauty & Essex features Beauty for Two and Rosé Santa Sangria on Wednesday, December 3rd, and Beauty for Two again on Thursday, December 18th. Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook serves Cherry Cheer and Cranberry Apple Butter Wings on Saturday, December 6th. The Crafty Stir Café offers Cousin Eddy’s Eggnog on Monday, December 8th and Boxed Cookies for Santa on Monday, December 22nd and Tuesday, December 23rd. Bow & Arrow Sports Bar features a Meatball Smash Burger on Monday, December 8th and Orange Five Spice Wings on Sunday, December 14th. The Crafty Slice presents Bourbon Cider Glazed Wings on Wednesday, December 10th, Buffalo Chicken Pizza and Blue Cheese Alfredo on Friday, December 12th, and Christmas Churros on Sunday, December 21st. Bobby’s Burger Palace rounds it out with a Pralines & Cream Milkshake as its Drink of the Month.
Holiday Gift Card Promotion | Guests can snag some gifts for their loved ones by taking advantage of the Holiday Gift Card Promotion at Mohegan Sun! For every $100 spent on a Mohegan Sun digital gift card (limit $500), guests will receive a free $20 bonus digital gift card. The Holiday Gift Card Promotion begins on Monday, December 1st at 6:00am and ends on Sunday, December 14th at Midnight. Mohegan Sun gift cards can be used for shopping, dining and entertainment and are accepted at the luxurious hotels at Mohegan Sun, Mandara Spa, Mohegan Sun Golf Club and Mohegan Sun’s Mobil Gas Station & Convenience Store. The bonus digital gift card will be valid through March 31, 2026.
Triple Status Point Days | Momentum members can earn Triple Status Points on Saturday, December 6th, Friday, December 12th, Saturday, December 20th, and Friday, December 26th.
Additionally, Momentum members Ignite through Soar will have the opportunity to receive special discounts on their holiday shopping at select Mohegan Sun shops during The Shops After Hours promotion which takes place on Thursday, December 4th from 9:00pm – 11:00pm. For more information on The Shops After Hours promotion and the full Countdown to Cheer schedule, visit mohegansun.com/holidays. Guests are also encouraged to keep an eye on Mohegan Sun’s Instagram & Facebook stories for exciting updates.
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