May 22, 2024 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
5th annual event set to take over the Sun Patio for the first time ever
WHAT: Sun Tequila Tasting is back and takes place on the Sun Patio for the first time! Throughout the evening, guests can immerse themselves in outdoor vibes as they sip on tequila and margarita samples.
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, July 27th
8:00pm – 11:00pm
Sun Patio
IN DETAIL: Discover the essence of agave at Sun Tequila Tasting 2024! Guests can indulge in the unique flavors and complexities of tequila, treat their taste buds to delicious Mexican food provided by Los Mariachis On Wheels, groove to the high-energy beats of DJ D-Ave and dance to Fiesta del Norte’s incredible mariachi band!
Tickets to Sun Tequila Tasting go on sale Thursday, May 23rd at 10:00am via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. A portion of ticket proceeds will go to support the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut Young Leaders. Guests must be 21 years of age of older to attend. Valid ID and ticket are required upon entry.
Be on the lookout, as Hot Summer Fun is set to return to Mohegan Sun and it’s only getting hotter! Prepare for a summer of fun-filled promotions, exclusive offerings, special events and so much more!
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, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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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May 20, 2024 | General News
Tickets on sale Friday, May 24th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 20, 2024) – Former Deal or No Deal host and America’s Got Talent judge Howie Mandel is ready to let loose during his return to Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, October 19th during an 8:00pm show.
Tickets go on sale Friday, May 24th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Subject to availability, Mandel’s fans can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting on Saturday, May 25th.
Howie Mandel has remained a constant force in show business for more than 30 years. He can currently be seen on NBC’s flagship series America’s Got Talent where he has served as a judge for eleven seasons. He recently finished production on his new documentary Howie Mandel: But Enough About Me. Other recent projects include judging NBC’s America’s Got Talent: The Champions, CNBC’s Deal or No Deal where he served as executive producer and host and Nat Geo Wild’s Animals Doing Things where he co-hosted with his son Alex. He also executive produced the Quibi series Kirby Jenner. In 2019, he released his first solo special in 20 years Howie Mandel Presents Howie Mandel at the Howie Mandel Comedy Club.
In 2020, Howie teamed up with ePlay Digital Inc. and launched the charity, Breakout the Masks, and mobile game campaign to give back to those involved in the fight against COVID-19. Via Howies’ Games the first challenge is Outbreak where players’ points translate to donations of N95 face masks, portable ventilators, gloves and other Personal Protective Equipment to doctors, nurses and more front-line workers. The second game SwishAR has users looking for America’s Got Talent’s, Howie Mandel, to join in a backyard basketball game to shoot hoops. Both games are available on the Apple App store and Google Play.
His additional projects, as a Host, actor, and/or executive producer include Take It All and Howie Do It for NBC, Deal With It for TBS, and Mobbed for FOX. Previously, Mandel received an Emmy Award nomination for “Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program” for Deal or No Deal and a Daytime Emmy nomination for “Outstanding Game Show Host” for the syndicated version of the show. Mandel’s versatile career has encompassed virtually all aspects of the entertainment spectrum, including television, film and stage. From his work on the Emmy Award-winning St. Elsewhere, to the international animated children’s series Bobby’s World, Mandel has become a mainstay of the American comedy scene. In 2009, Mandel added author to his resume when he released his frank, funny and no-holds-barred memoir, Here’s the Deal: Don’t Touch Me. The memoir revealed his ongoing struggle with OCD and ADHD, and how it has shaped his life and career. It made The New York Times bestseller list on its first week and remained on the list for several consecutive weeks. Mandel has done countless comedy specials both on cable and network television. He has also hosted his own syndicated talk show, The Howie Mandel Show and continues to be a mainstay on the talk show circuit. He also continues to perform as many as 200 stand-up comedy shows each year throughout the U.S. and Canada.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”. Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is consistently recognized among the top five venues in the United States, and also in 2021 was named “Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency during the pandemic. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been named the “World’s Best Casino Venue,” by Best of Hartford Magazine, and is a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards and G2E Las Vegas. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711.
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May 17, 2024 | Gaming, Jackpots
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 17, 2024) – Franklin Square, NY resident Maged K. hit the Super 4 Progressive Jackpot for $483,622.40 on Monday, May 13th at Mohegan Sun. The Super 4 Progressive Jackpot is an optional $5 side bet offered on all blackjack tables at Mohegan Sun that’s triggered when the dealer’s hand is a blackjack; the amount of the payout is dependent on the value and suit of both the player’s and dealer’s hand.
The jackpot was won on a blackjack table located in Casino of the Earth, which is home to nearly 180,000 square feet of gaming and entertainment space that contains more than 1,900 slot machines, over 200 table games and the Hall of the Lost Tribes, with nearly 400 slots and Poker Room. In total, Mohegan Sun is home to more than 300,000 square feet of gaming that holds nearly 4,000 slot machines and more than 300 table games.
Mohegan Sun recently rolled out the Hold & Spin Slot Zone in Casino of the Sky which is where one lucky guest hit a $100,000 jackpot back in late March. The Hold & Spin Slot Zone is a refreshed casino zone that’s home to more than 250 of the most popular slot machines featuring the Hold & Spin bonus. There is also a Dragon Link HD Progressive near the Hold & Spin Slot Zone that is awaiting a lucky guest to hit it big for $1.3 million.
To learn more on all that Mohegan Sun has to offer, visit mohegansun.com/playing.
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, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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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May 16, 2024 | Entertainment, General News
Two live free shows Friday, May 31st
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 16 , 2024) – Mohegan Sun will be enshrining The Cartells as the latest group/individual inductee in the Wolf Den Hall of Fame prior to their upcoming double set of exciting, free, live shows at 8:00pm and 10:30pm on Friday, May 31st. Mohegan’s President of Sports & Entertainment, Tom Cantone, and representation from the Mohegan Tribe will take the stage early into the first show to present The Cartells with their latest accolade as Wolf Den Hall of Fame members. The band is the 15th member of Wolf Den Hall of Fame joining other notable acts such as Chubby Checker, Little Anthony & The Imperials, and Eddie Money. Since their debut in 2011, the veteran performers have appeared on the Wolf Den stage 42 times.
The Wolf Den Hall of Fame at Mohegan Sun is a select club that honors a certain class of performers whose exceptional talents and commitment have helped make Mohegan Sun a world-class entertainment destination. As some of our most celebrated performers, these artists have shown loyalty to fans at Mohegan Sun and have helped shape the Wolf Den into the successful venue it is today.
Guests must be 21 years of age to enter the Wolf Den. Guests may line up no sooner than three hours before the show. Come early as limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
ABOUT THE CARTELLS:
The Cartells, a Mystic Connecticut based legacy rock band, have brought their versatile repertoire, including rock and roll, jazz, swing, R&B, and Motown to the concert stage, clubs and high-end events on the East Coast since their formation in April of 1986.
The founders of the band, Bill Holloman, Karin Barth Tyska, Joe Grieco and, Gary Stevens started as a four-piece vocals forward style group. Along the way, the quartet were joined by a compliment of highly accomplished musicians Tom Majesky, guitarist, Jay Wiggin, bass guitarist, on drums, Wayne June, Peter Lepak, and currently John Corvo as well as Michael Manglicmot on percussion. Over the years other horn players have included Jimmy Biggins, Dan Cipriano, Klyph Johnson, Rick Cunningham, and Curt Ramm.
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, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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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May 15, 2024 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News
Tickets on sale Friday, May 17th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 15, 2024) – Legendary Boston-based Rock group, Godsmack, closes out their 2024 tour with a return to Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, October 26th for a 7:00pm show.
Tickets go on sale Friday, May 17th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Subject to availability, Rock fans can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting on Saturday, May 18th.
With over 20 years of chart-topping success, the Boson Rock band has cemented themselves as 21st-century Hard Rock titans. To date, they’ve accomplished a staggering 11 #1 singles at mainstream Rock radio, including “Bulletproof,” “Unforgettable,” “When Legends Rise,” and “Under Your Scars,” all from the band’s most recent album. Additionally, they’ve enjoyed 20 Top 10 hits at the format–the most of any act since February 1999–as well as four Grammy nominations and were named Billboard Music Award’s “Rock Artist of the Year” in 2001. Selling over 20 million records worldwide, the band has released seven studio albums; Godsmack (1998), Awake (2000), Faceless (2003), IV (2006), The Oracle (2010), 1000hp(2014), and When Legends Rise (2018).
In 2023, the Massachusetts-bred quartet will take a victory lap with their eighth studio album Lighting Up the Sky, dropping one more classic album as they ascend into the celebratory portion of their career. The powerful storytelling of Lighting Up the Sky covers boy-meets-girl, obstacles in relationships, the polarized political climate and the state of the world, betrayal, connection, rebounds, and more.
The members of GODSMACK are Sully Erna (vocals, guitar), Tony Rombola (guitar), Robbie Merrill (bass), and Shannon Larkin (drums).
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”. Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is consistently recognized among the top five venues in the United States, and also in 2021 was named “Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency during the pandemic. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been named the “World’s Best Casino Venue,” by Best of Hartford Magazine, and is a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards and G2E Las Vegas. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711.
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