May 17, 2022 | Breaking News, Entertainment
Mohegan Sun Arena named “Casino of the Year – Arena”
The Academy of Country Music announced the Industry Award and Studio Recording Award winners from the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards at the Grand Ole Opry House Friday night in a special moment. Among the winners, was Mohegan Sun Arena, which ACM named this year’s “Casino of the Year – Arena.” This is the seventh ACM Award for Mohegan Sun Arena, and the 17th national award overall.
All Industry Award, Studio Recording Award, and soon-to-be-announced Special Award recipients will be celebrated during the 15th Academy of Country Music Honors on Wednesday, August 24th at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.
“We feature so many amazing artists and different genres throughout the year at Mohegan Sun Arena, to the tune of well over 100 concerts per year, but Country music is always so popular here, including some of the biggest A-list acts, many of which started here in the Wolf Den and grew their fan base early in their career throughout New England ” said Tom Cantone, President of Sports & Entertainment for Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment. “To take home our seventh ACM ‘Casino of the Year’ award really is an honor and another credit to our hard-working team at Mohegan Sun and the relationships we have built over the years with the best-of-the-best in Country music.”
The “Casino of the Year – Arena” Industry Award is presented to an outstanding arena within a casino and selected by a professional panel of judges. To be eligible for the award, casino arenas must have bought or promoted at least four Country concerts during the year, be in good standing with all agents, and help promote Country ticket sales.
Mohegan Sun hosted Lady A for its first full-capacity public concert since reopening for live entertainment in late July last year. Toby Keith, Blake Shelton, Brett Eldredge, Brett Young, and Chris Young also performed to sold-out crowds in the Arena in 2021.
Mohegan Sun Arena continues to host the best acts in Country music throughout the year. Brad Paisley with special guest Jackson Dean will kick off the summer in the Arena this month on Friday, May 27th, before Kane Brown and special guests Walker Hayes and Raelynn perform back-to-back shows on Saturday, June 4th and Sunday, June 5th. Other Country concerts include Toby Keith, Sam Hunt, and Keith Urban with special guest Ingrid Andress, before Luke Combs plays back-to-back sold-out shows with special guests Jordan Davis and Lainey Wilson on Friday, November 4th and Saturday, November 5th.
Grammy Award-winning superstar Carrie Underwood recently announced The Denim & Rhinestones Tour, which includes a show at Mohegan Sun Arena with special guest Jimmie Allen on Saturday, February 11, 2023.
More information on ticket prices and additional shows can be found at Ticketmaster and Mohegan Sun.
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been the “#1 Casino Venue in the World,” “#1 Social Media Venue in the World” and a seven – time national award – winner for “Arena of the Year.” 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, 2022 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News
Patrón, live entertainment, and more to take place on Saturday, July 23rd
WHAT: Let’s get this party started, fiesta style! The Sun Tequila Tasting is back and more flavorful than ever this summer. On Saturday, July 23rd, the limes will be squeezed and the salt & sugar will be flowing to complement an array of tasty tequila and margarita samples at our mixology stations.
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, July 23rd
7:00pm-10:00pm
Earth Ballroom
IN DETAIL: If you love Patrón, don’t miss this opportunity to pedal a one-of-a-kind blender bike to mix up your very own margarita at an exclusive Patrón sponsored Happy Hour. Sip on your choice of various Fruitful Mixology liqueurs to kick-start your evening. Dive into savory Mexican fare provided by Taco Pacifico, capture memories at our photo booth, and salsa to the sizzling sounds of a live band! All food and entertainment included in your ticket!
Tickets to the Sun Tequila Tasting are $65.00 during the exclusive presale period that starts today, lasting through Sunday, May 22nd. The ticket prices increase to $70.00 during the general on sale date that begins on Monday, May 23rd at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available for $75.00 on the day of the event. Additionally, guests can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Monday, May 23rd, subject to availability.
The Sun Tequila tasting is going to be one of the can’t miss events of the summer. Be there to call your shot! Guests must be 21 years of age of older to attend. Valid ID and ticket are required upon entry.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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May 16, 2022 | Entertainment
Underwood and special guest Jimmie Allen visit Mohegan Sun Arena on February 11, 2023
On the heels of her triumphant headlining return to the iconic Stagecoach Festival, eight-time Grammy Award winner and three-time ACM “Entertainer of the Year” Carrie Underwood announces her new arena tour, The Denim & Rhinestones Tour. Underwood and special guest Jimmie Allen will perform at Mohegan Sun Arena at 7:30pm on Saturday, February 11, 2023.
Tickets are $150.50, $130.50, and $100.50 and go on sale Friday, May 20th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, May 21st, subject to availability.
Jimmie Allen will join The Denim & Rhinestones Tour as his star continues to rise, following his first Grammy Award nomination for “Best New Artist” in 2022 and CMA and ACM Award wins for “New Artist of the Year” and “New Male Artist of the Year,” respectively, in 2021. His third album Tulip Drive will be released June 24th.
“I’m thrilled to be hitting the road again with The Denim & Rhinestones Tour,” Underwood said. “I’m having such an amazing time with my Las Vegas residency and look forward to continuing that next year after the tour. I’m excited to bring the new music of Denim & Rhinestones to life on tour, as well as put new spins on familiar favorites. We’ve been working hard already preparing an amazing show, and I can’t wait to see everyone on the road!”
Underwood will release her highly anticipated album Denim & Rhinestones on June 10th. The album is her latest collaboration with David Garcia, with Garcia and Underwood having co-produced her critically acclaimed 2018 release Cry Pretty, which marked the first time Underwood produced her own album. Garcia and Underwood also co-produced Underwood’s 2021 Grammy Award-winning album of gospel hymns, My Savior. The lead single from the new upcoming albums, “Ghost Story,” is currently climbing the charts and has garnered more than 30 million global streams.
Since early in her career, Underwood has designated a portion of ticket sales from her tours to support worthwhile charities and organizations. She continues that tradition by arranging for a donation of $1 from each ticket sold to be contributed to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which has been helping America’s heroes since 9/11 by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building custom-designed smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. The foundation is also committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and aiding the victims of major U.S. disasters.
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been the “#1 Casino Venue in the World,” “#1 Social Media Venue in the World” and a seven – time national award – winner for “Arena of the Year.” 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 13, 2022 | Entertainment, Gaming, General News, Jackpots, Sports, Sports Betting
Another guest took home $247,215 on the Kentucky Derby by correctly nailing a “Pick 5,” where you must select the winning horse for five consecutive races to win
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 13, 2022) – On Saturday, May 7th from the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook, two guests combined for huge winning tickets on Kentucky Derby wagers. The first was a successful “Superfecta” where a player correctly picked the first four finishers in sequence in the Kentucky Derby, winning $321,500 off a $1.00 wager in the process. Another player at Mohegan Sun’s Derby Day party placed 50 cents on a “Pick 5” bet and scored $247,215! Rich Strike, who had 80-to-1 odds to win, took home the Kentucky Derby crown this past Saturday.
“We saw two of the biggest horse racing wins ever at Mohegan Sun on Saturday and we congratulate the two players that placed these incredible wagers,” said Brad Bryant, General Manager of Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook. “We also had numerous guests win big by picking the Kentucky Derby winner, Rich Strike. It was a thrilling day at the sportsbook, and we are excited to have many more like it.”
The 11,000 square-foot Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook celebrated its grand opening on March 5, 2022. The new venue at Mohegan Sun features mezzanine seating, 220+ luxury seats, a full dining menu, an immersive 140-foot wide high-def video wall, 40 easy-to-use self-betting kiosks, various live-teller windows and a drink menu that includes an array of local, domestic, and imported beers and creative mixed drinks like the Jesus Shuttlesworth, consisting of Knob Creek Rye Mohegan Series 1, Fruitful Blackberry liqueur, lime sour and Fever-Tree ginger beer.
The Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook is open daily with extended hours on Friday and Saturday (8:00am – 1:00am). For more information, visit mohegansun.com
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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May 11, 2022 | Entertainment, General News
Tickets on sale Friday, May 13th
Today, The Smashing Pumpkins announced their North American arena tour with special guest Jane’s Addiction. Opener Poppy will join The Smashing Pumpkins and Jane’s Addiction at Mohegan Sun Arena at 6:30pm on Thursday, October 13th as part of the 32-date Spirits on Fire Tour.
Tickets are $149.50, $99.50, and $79.50 and go on sale Friday, May 13th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, May 14th, subject to availability.
The Smashing Pumpkins will perform on CBS’ The Late Late Show with James Corden on Thursday, May 12th in support of the Grammy Award-winning band’s tour announcement. Later today, The Smashing Pumpkins will appear at the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood for a commemorative ceremony in celebration of their tour announcement. Each band member will add their handprints in cement, joining a long list of global treasures before them.
When The Smashing Pumpkins first emerged out of Chicago in 1988, the world had never heard a band quite like them. They spun together Rock, Pop, Shoe-Gaze, Metal, Goth, Psychedelia, and Electronic into a kaleidoscope of saccharine melodies, fuzzy distortion, bombastic orchestration, incendiary fretwork, eloquent songcraft, and unshakeable hooks. Upon their formation, their sound was different, iconoclastic, and wholly new – and it still is today.
As a result, The Smashing Pumpkins have sold more than 30 million albums worldwide and collected two Grammy Awards, two MTV Video Music Awards, and an American Music Award. Their catalog is highlighted by the Platinum Gish (1991), the quadruple-Platinum Siamese Dream (1993), Diamond-certified Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness (1995), Platinum Adore (1998), and Gold Machina/The Machines of God (2000).
In 2018, they embarked on one of their most successful tours ever, the Shiny and Oh So Bright Tour, followed by Shiny and Oh So Bright, Vol. 1/LP: No Past. No Future. No Sun. Meanwhile, 2020 saw the release of the band’s eleventh full-length and latest double album, CYR. As prolific as ever, The Smashing Pumpkins confirmed they will release more music in 2022 as they resume touring.
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been the “#1 Casino Venue in the World,” “#1 Social Media Venue in the World” and a seven – time national award – winner for “Arena of the Year.” 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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