Momentum members can compete every Wednesday during Hot Summer Fun with minimal same-day Status Point requirements
UNCASVILLE, CT (July 13, 2026) – Mohegan Sun’s Summer Blackjack Tournament Series gives guests the chance to compete for a share of more than $100,000 in total prizes this summer. With eight tournaments remaining, eligible Momentum Rewards members can participate every Wednesday through September 2nd for a shot at a $10,000 weekly prize pool. Part of Mohegan Sun’s $2 Million Summer, the tournaments take place from 4:00pm to 8:00pm across from the Main Cage located in Casino of the Earth, with entry requiring just two Momentum Status Points earned on Wild Wednesdays prior to tournament play. For more details, visit Wild Winning Wednesdays.
Once in the tournament, guests are scored by how many chips they rack up within the allotted amount of hands against the dealer. Weekly prizes include $1,500 in Free Bets for first place, $1,000 in Free Bets for second, $750 in Free Bets for third, $500 in Free Bets for 4th through 8th place, and a $250 Free Bet for 9th through 25th place.
“There are still eight fun-filled weeks remaining for our Summer Blackjack Tournament Series, running until September 2nd, and we can’t wait to see more of our guests compete to be crowned champions,” said Kim Noto, CMO for Mohegan Sun. “With a generous first-place prize of $1,500 in Free Bets, along with fantastic payouts for the top 25 players each week, this is a great chance for Momentum guests, both longtime cardholders and new members, to earn a few Status Points and jump into some thrilling Blackjack tournament action every Wednesday through early September!”
The Momentum Program Advantage
Participation in the Summer Blackjack Tournament Series is exclusive to members of one of the best casino rewards and loyalty programs in the industry: Mohegan Sun’s Momentum. Membership is always free for guests 21 and older and sign up can occur at any Player’s Club booth across Mohegan Sun. This loyalty program allows guests to earn and redeem rewards across gaming, dining, hotel stays, entertainment, online casino play and much more. As members progress through five status tiers, they unlock benefits such as complimentary rooms, special event invitations, priority access and other exclusive perks. Momentum is designed to enhance every visit, providing more ways for guests to earn rewards and access premium experiences both on-property and online.
Hot Summer Fun Continues
The Summer Blackjack Tournament Series is a part of Mohegan Sun’s annual Hot Summer Fun, which kicked off on June 22nd and spans through September 6th. This season offers over $2 million in total prizes and includes additional summer promotions like the Future In Motion Giveaway, offering a choice between a Tesla Model Y or Model 3, and the Bring-A-Friend program, where new Momentum members and a friend receive $10 in Free Slot Play or a $10 Free Bet.
For more information on all things Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com/HSF.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan also operates an iGaming division, Mohegan Digital, in Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Ontario, CA providing cutting-edge online gaming solutions to Mohegan’s loyal fan base. 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. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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