Oct 22, 2019 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Employment, Food & Beverage, General News
A 10,000 square-foot, 300-seat Pan-Asian restaurant to open at Mohegan Sun in 2020
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 22, 2019) – Mohegan Sun, one of the world’s leading integrated entertainment resort destinations, and Tao Group Hospitality today announced that TAO Restaurant will open inside Mohegan Sun’s flagship Connecticut property in 2020. The renowned dining experience at TAO Restaurant will be a welcomed addition to the food and beverage offerings at Mohegan Sun, and will be located off of Sky Tower’s beautiful hotel lobby.
“We are proud to have Tao Group Hospitality join us as a strategic restaurant partner as we continue to amplify Mohegan Sun as an all-encompassing destination for premium dining, entertainment and nightlife,” said Ray Pineault, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “With TAO Restaurant alongside as we answer the demand of today’s consumers looking for an exciting and interactive dining experience, the restaurant’s elevated model demonstrates Mohegan Sun’s commitment to providing guests from around the world with a hip and vibrant new restaurant to enjoy with friends and family.”
Tao Group Hospitality founders Rich Wolf, Marc Packer, Noah Tepperberg and Jason Strauss have nurtured the TAO brand through openings in New York, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Chicago since 2000. TAO Restaurant at Mohegan Sun, the sixth iteration of the brand, will offer a distinctive and memorable culinary destination.
“We are thrilled to introduce TAO Restaurant to guests at Mohegan Sun,” said Ralph Scamardella, Partner/Chef of Tao Group Hospitality. “The TAO brand has become synonymous with great food, elevated cocktails, a vibrant ambience, and overall spectacular setting for any occasion. For these reasons, we believe TAO will be a premiere destination at Mohegan Sun’s flagship property in 2020.”
The kitchen will be helmed by Partner/Chef Scamardella featuring a menu of elevated Pan-Asian fare. Guests will be able to dine on offerings from the sea, sky and land, with signature dishes that have become synonymous with the TAO brand such as the Satay of Chilean Sea Bass, Lobster Wontons, Peking Duck, Crispy Snapper in “Sand” and highly-lauded Tuna Sashimi Pringle. TAO Restaurant’s beverage program caters to Asian tastes with creative, approachable craft cocktails and a robust sake program.
“Aligning with highly-sought after and recognized brands with goals mutual to ours is a key component to sustaining a successful integrated entertainment resort,” said Mario Kontomerkos, Chief Executive Officer for Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment (MGE). “We are beyond excited to have Tao Group Hospitality join our impressive and growing list of strategic partners for our flagship Mohegan Sun property.”
TAO Restaurant at Mohegan Sun will be designed in collaboration with award-winning architecture and design firm Rockwell Group, which has worked with Tao Group Hospitality on 16 previous projects, as well as on various projects across Mohegan Sun. The new 10,000 square foot restaurant at Mohegan Sun will feature 300 seats and several notable TAO fixtures that guests have come to expect, including the Ink Lounge, sushi bar, and of course the 16-foot-tall Quan Yin statue anchoring the main dining room.
For more information, please visit TAOmohegansun.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 80 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.
About Tao Group Hospitality
Tao Group Hospitality is a leading restaurant and nightlife company that develops, owns and operates many of the worlds most recognized restaurant and entertainment venues under various brands including but not limited to Tao, Marquee, Avenue, Lavo, Beauty & Essex, Vandal, The Highlight Room, Luchini and Koma in major markets across the world including New York City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Chicago, Sydney and Singapore. Tao Group Hospitality operates all of the food and beverage outlets for Dream Hollywood in California and five hotels in New York which include Royalton Park Avenue, Dream Downtown, Dream Midtown, Moxy Times Square and Moxy Chelsea including brands PHD, Bodega Negra, The Rickey, Electric Room, Fishbowl, Legasea, Egghead, Magic Hour, Feroce, The Fleur Room Cathédrale, and Little Sister. Tao Group Hospitality’s corporate headquarters is located in New York City, with locally based managing partners and a full-time marketing and operations staff in every other market. For more information, please visit www.taogroup.com.
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Oct 3, 2019 | Comedy, Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Nightlife costume parties, live entertainment, The Rocky Horror Picture Show and more start Friday, October 25th
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 3, 2019) – Halloweekend gets an early start this year at Mohegan Sun with tricks and treats across property, including costume contests with over $8,000 in prizes, live entertainment, nightlife specials and a special screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Celebrations start Friday, October 25th. All costumes must allow for positive I.D.
novelle steps into the Halloween scene with a three-night extravaganza. The Halloween edition of Famous Fridays at Mohegan Sun’s newest ultra-lounge goes down Friday, October 25th and includes an open costume contest with over $1000 in prizes ready to be dished out. Popular DJ Vito G. will also be in the building to help get the party started. The Story Saturdays open costume contest on October 26th offers $2,500 in prizes with music by DJ Mark Anthony. And finally, Industry Thursdays takes over Halloween night, with $5,000 in prizes given out to the winners of the open costume contest and music by Chase B.
To learn more about Halloween and other exciting events, visit the novelle website.
Avalon Nightclub is hosting a Halloween bash to remember on Saturday, October 26th. Doors open at 9:00pm with music by Joe Maz. Prizes will be given for “Best Overall Costume”, “Most Original Costume” and “Best Group Costume”. Anyone who arrives in costume receives free admission. Otherwise, admission is $20.00 for men, $10.00 for ladies who arrive after 10:00pm.
VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock’s spooky Halloween open costume party on Saturday, October 26th starts at 9:00pm with music by Alex Walker. There is no cover, and guests must be 21 to enter.
Mohegan Sun’s newest interactive restaurant, GAME ON, is hosting a Bowl-O-Ween party on Saturday, October 26th. In addition to an eight-lane bowling alley, guests can enjoy a 65-foot bar with craft beer on tap, 15 hi-definition viewing screens, karaoke, arcade games, and more. GAME ON is offering food and drink specials, and themed drinks all night. This venue is open to all ages until 10:00pm.
The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House presents the 7 Day Weekend Halloween Party on Saturday, October 26th starting at 10:00pm. Guests can enjoy live music by 7 Day Weekend and prizes, along with food and drink specials all night long.
The Cabaret Theatre celebrates Halloween night with a viewing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show on Thursday, October 31st at 8:00pm. Guests can enjoy the Halloween classic with a shadow cast of the film by the Teseracte Players of Boston. Admission is free and participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. The event is 18+ unless accompanied by an adult. A cash bar is available inside The Cabaret Theatre from 7:30pm – 10:00pm.
Connecticut native Tim Cote is set to bring Country charm to the Wolf Den with a free show on Thursday, October 31st at 8:00pm. Guests are encouraged to come early, as seating is limited. All guests must be 21 or older to enter the Wolf Den.
Comix Roadhouse keeps the laughs coming with a special Halloween edition of PAT OATES’ HAND PICKED POTATOES on Thursday, October 31st at 10:00pm. Pat was the winner of Comix Roadhouse’s 2015 Last Comix Standing contest, is a writer for Laugh Staff and hosts the Pat Oats is Sad podcast. Tickets are $10.00, $15.00, and $20.00 and available for purchase at Comix Roadhouse or on their website. Doors open at 9:45pm and guests must be 21+ to attend.
For more information about Halloween festivities at Mohegan Sun, visit our website.
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 80 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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Jul 19, 2019 | Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Two-day event offering over 150 local drafts and restaurant offerings takes place October 4th & 5th
UNCASVILLE, CT (July 19, 2019) – Calling all beer lovers! Mohegan Sun’s Sun BrewFest is back with a two-day event featuring some of the best beer, food, and live entertainment in New England. Tickets are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office. A portion of all ticket sales will go to the Channel 3 Kids Camp. All guests must be 21 or older to attend all events. Valid ID and tickets are required upon entry to all events.
A Taste of New England
At a Taste of New England on Friday, October 4th, guests can sample and sip their way through the Earth Ballroom with some of New England’s best local drafts, restaurant offerings, and live entertainment from 8:00pm – 10:00pm.
Tickets for A Taste of New England are $50.00 and one ticket is valid for admission and all food and beverages.
Sun BrewFest
Saturday, October 5th is the main event. The Earth Expo and Convention Center will be transformed into a brew lover’s paradise where guests can try over 150 beers, including craft brews, microbrews, imports, domestics and ciders, all while enjoying rockin’ live entertainment, fun games, an epic cornhole tournament and delicious signature food from local restaurants. VIP Hour is from 3:00pm – 4:00pm and general admission starts at 4:00pm. For a full list of beer, food, and exhibitors, visit sunbrewfest.com.
Tickets for Sun Brewfest are $50.00 for the VIP hour and Grand Tasting, and $30.00 for the Grand Tasting only. All food items must be paid for with Mohegan Sun food tickets (worth $1.00 each) that can be purchased at any cashier.
Cornhole Tournament
Teams of two can let the beanbags fly at the cornhole tournament held during Sun BrewFest. First prize winners receive two $100.00 Mohegan Sun gift cards, and second place winners receive two $50.00 Mohegan Sun gift cards. Guests can register in advance by contacting Andre Park at [email protected]. The registration fee is $100.00 and also includes entry for two into the Sun BrewFest VIP tasting.
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 80 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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Jul 15, 2019 | Comedy, Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Special Events
WHAT: Mohegan Sun is kicking off the New London Pride Festival Weekend with An Evening With Aquaria, Asia & Violet from RuPaul’s Drag Race. This event features crowd-pleasing, interactive performances by some of the best divas in drag.
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, August 23rd
9:00pm
Uncas Ballroom
IN DETAIL: Guests can lip sync for their lives at An Evening With Aquaria, Asia, & Violet from RuPaul’s Drag Race. Aquaria, Asia O’Hara and Violet Chachki are set to slay the Uncas Ballroom on Friday, August 23rd. Doors open at 8:00pm and the show starts at 9:00pm. Tickets are $25.00 and on sale now through ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office. A cash bar is available inside the venue. Guests must be 21+ to attend the event.
After the show, guests can keep the party going at novelle, Mohegan Sun’s new premier nightlife destination, with celebrity DJ Samantha Ronson. There is no cover, for dining and VIP reservations call 860.861.5994.
The New London Pride Festival takes place Saturday, August 24th at Ocean Beach Park in New London, CT. The festival is coordinated by OutCT, a non-profit organization dedicated to building a community through educational, cultural, and social programming that promotes acceptance, tolerance, and understanding of all sexual orientations and gender identities. For more information about the New London Pride Festival and donation opportunities, visit outCT.org.
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 80 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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Jul 11, 2019 | Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events, Sports, Travel & Leisure
A fun-filled, all ages night-time golf event has kicked-off; Tickets are $10.00 and Children 13 and under are free
The 18-Hole Championship Golf Course at Mohegan Sun Golf Club 
(MSGC), which is one of Golfweek’s “Top 50 Casino Golf Courses,” and open to the public, is excited to announce the all new Cosmic Golf experience, where guests can swing under the stars. Every Friday in July & August, from 7:00pm – Midnight, Mohegan Sun Golf Club will offer rounds of mini-golf with glow in the dark balls and the opportunity to sharpen swings under a lighted driving range featuring targets. Plenty of picnic-style food and beverages will be on offered as well as exciting chances to win prizes through various contests as part of this family event.
Tickets for Cosmic Golf at Mohegan Sun Golf Club can be purchased right at the course and are $10.00 per adult and children 13 or younger are free.
“Cosmic Golf is a great opportunity for friends, family, couples and even players who can’t make it to the range during the day, to have a chance to enjoy some night time golf activities & great food at our beautiful course and facility in Baltic, CT,” said Phil Krick Jr., VP & General Manager of MSGC. “We’re really excited about this new unique offering at Mohegan Sun Golf Club.”
*Equipment will be provided, but guests can bring their own.
Mohegan Sun Golf Club, a 72-par course, is one of the premier golf destinations in the Northeast, with an incredible team that keeps an immaculate 156-acre course in top-shape. Upgrades to various holes have occurred since Mohegan Sun took ownership in 2007, of what was previously known as Pautipaug Country Club. Since that time, incredible tournaments of all types have been hosted by Mohegan Sun Golf Club, some of which that have brought the likes of Michael Jordan, Aaron Rodgers, Charles Barkley, Chris Paul, Joe Pesci, Ahmad Rashad, Larry Fitzgerald, Ray Allen and so many more!
MSGC’s clubhouse, stretching 20,000 square feet in total, was significantly updated in recent years, including enhancements to the Pautipaug Pub & Grille. The clubhouse also features a second floor banquet room, which can be customized for of range private parties & group events.
For more information on all things Mohegan Sun Golf Club, including Cosmic Golf, group event booking, The Golf Academy and upcoming tournaments, call 860.862.9660 or email Michel Painchaud at [email protected] . Tee times can be booked online at mohegansungolfclub.com.
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Jun 24, 2019 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Shopping, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Feel the heat all summer long with electrifying entertainment, new nightlife venues, cash giveaways, and more
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 24, 2019) – Mohegan Sun’s Hot Summer Fun is back and better than ever. Guests can enjoy some sweet daily deals, special events across property, and electrifying entertainment all summer long. Nightlife at Mohegan Sun is also kicking things up a notch with novelle, Comix Roadhouse, and GAME ON making their Hot Summer Fun debut.
HOT SUMMER FUN DAILY GIVEAWAYS
Momentum members won’t want to miss these daily giveaways! Prizes range from Free Slot Play to Momentum Dollars and up to $1,000,000 cash.
On More Money Mondays, Momentum members can enter to win their share of $10,000 cash by playing their favorite slots, table games or stadium games. Starting July 1st, four Momentum members are randomly selected between 10:00am – 7:00pm to win $2,500 – $1,000 on the spot and the remaining $1,500 the next day. All winners must be present with valid ID to collect the prizes.
Plink-It Play Tuesdays give Momentum members another shot at some cold hard cash. Every Tuesday starting July 2nd, one Momentum member is selected at the top of the hour from Noon – 7:00pm to play Plink – It for their chance to win up to $1,000,000. To be eligible, guests can use their Momentum card while playing their favorite slots, table games, and stadium games during the Plink-It promotional hours of Noon-7:00pm. Once a guest is selected, they will have the opportunity to drop nine balls, one at a time, into the top of the Plink-It board. Prizes are based on where the balls land, and vary from Free Slot Play to up to $1,000,000 cash! Winners must be present to participate.
Guests can boost their excitement on More Momentum Wednesdays. Starting July 3rd, Momentum members double Momentum Dollars when playing any slot machine from 6:00am – Midnight. With the status point booster, Momentum members who play table games, stadium gaming or wager in the Race Book earn 50% more in Status Points. Bring a friend to sign up for a new Momentum membership and both members receive $10.00 in Free Slot Play. Players can also earn $10.00 for every $50.00 downloaded onto select slot machines using their Play+ Discover Card. Guests who have a Play+ Discover card can also receive 5% off select purchases. Momentum members can sit back and enjoy the ride to all Hot Summer Fun events with buy one, get one free bus vouchers (visit Bus Marketing for official rules, offer does not apply to Greyhound or Asian Bus Lines).
Deal-icious Thursdays starts July 4th and brings dining specials to some guest favorites across property. At Seasons Buffet, guests can enjoy two lunches for $35.00 from 11:00am – 5:00pm. Dinner for two is $45.00 and runs from 5:00pm – close. Over at Todd English’s Tuscany, guests can devour two Tuscan Tables from 11:30am – 3:00pm for $40.00. Guests who dine with SolToro can try the High Roller Margarita – Don Julio Real, Grand Marnier Centenaire, agave and fresh squeezed lime juice for $75.00. Or, try the Baby High Roller – Casamigos Reposado, Grand Marnier, agave and fresh squeezed lime juice for $20.00. Anyone looking for a sweet treat can stop by Ben & Jerry’s for buy one, get one free smoothies, or Krispy Kreme Doughnuts where they can receive one dozen original glaze donuts for free with the purchase of one dozen assorted doughnuts.
Retail options like Yankee Candle, Galina’s, Clay Pipe, and Mohegan Sun Essential Stores and more are also helping guests shop till they drop! For a full list of dining and shopping participants, visit mohegansun.com.
Free & Fun Fridays give guests the chance to collect all 9 limited edition Hot Summer Fun t-shirts. Starting at 9:00am on July 5th, free t-shirts will be given out each week to the first 2,000 Momentum members at the Play+ Event Center, located next to Hash House A Go Go in Casino of the Earth.
It wouldn’t be a Friday during Hot Summer Fun without Party on the Rooftop. The 21+ weekly party takes place on top of the Riverview Garage rain or shine and features drink specials, fire pits, table games, slot machines, cornhole games, and the best tribute bands. Seating is available on a first come, first serve basis, but guests are able to bring their own chairs. Guests can also reserve VIP seating, which includes six complimentary cocktails and cocktail service, seating for six, a firepit, and reserved parking near the event. For availability and pricing, call 860.862.4728. And the fun doesn’t stop there. Guests who show their Party on the Rooftop wristband while signing up for a new Momentum account automatically receive $25.00 in Free Slot Play.
Worth-the-Wait Weekends bring the best nightlife to the East Coast. Mohegan Sun has some exciting new nightlife options sure to make a summer to remember. The newest addition, novelle, is a unique, high energy lounge complete with dining, nightlife, table games, roulette, and more. The deluxe space has already been visited by Pentatonix, Method Man & the Wu Tang Clan, Khloe Kardashian, Ciara, Ludacris, DJ Cassidy, Juice WRLD, and more – and they’re just getting warmed up. novelle is located next to SolToro in Casino of the Sky.
Comix Roadhouse has remixed Mohegan Sun’s infamous comedy club with some Texas charm. In addition to comedy shows, Comix Roadhouse features regular live entertainment, line dancing, karaoke, Texas-style food, and a full bar including 30 craft beers on tap. The bravest guests can also test their strength on the mechanical bull.
GAME ON brings 23,000 square feet of fun to the Earth Expo & Convention Center. The interactive restaurant and bar will feature an eight-lane bowling alley, hi-definition TVs, karaoke, ping pong tables, and more. This is the perfect venue to host events for large groups!
Clay Pipe & Cigar Bar was made for the cigar aficionado. With over 200 fine cigars to choose from, Clay Pipe is an upscale cigar bar and lounge in a sophisticated and relaxed atmosphere complete with finely crafted private humidors for a heightened experience. Clay Pipe & Cigar Bar is located in Casino of the Sky, right across from Arena Club.
Other popular nightlife options include VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock, Avalon Nightclub, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, SolToro and more.
In addition to the daily giveaways, guests can score some sweet prizes during Hot Summer Fun Giveaways! The Road to Everywhere Giveaway will let Momentum members satisfy their wanderlust with a 2019 Jayco Eagle HT Travel Trailer from Pete’s RV Center, located in South Windsor, CT. To enter, guests will have to swipe their Momentum card at any promotional kiosk. Entry swipes can result in Free Slot Play, Momentum Dollars, or entries into the grand prize drawing on Friday, August 30th at 7:00pm. Guests can double their entries by swiping their Momentum card at any kiosk the day of the grand prize drawing between 6:00am – 4:00pm.
On Saturday, July 6th, the first 1,000 Momentum members who visit the Play+ Event Center (located next to Hash House A Go Go in Casino of the Earth) will receive a free Hot Summer Fun seat cushion.
Mohegan Sun’s own Connecticut Sun is hooking one special fan up with the ultimate package. The Super Sun Fan Giveaway includes an overnight stay at Mohegan Sun on August 23rd, a VIP game experience on August 25th and August 27th that includes courtside seats, roundtrip airfare, overnight accommodations, a $200 food and beverage credit, and a meet-and-greet with two players of choice. Guests can enter to win at any promotional kiosk from July 29th – August 4th.
SPECIAL EVENTS
The 4th Annual Barrett – Jackson Northeast Auction, the world’s greatest collector in car auctions, is back with hundreds of collector vehicles and over 145 pieces of authentic collector automobilia. From Wednesday, June 26th – Saturday, June 29th guests can enjoy a variety of fun across property. Car displays, sponsors, exhibitors, food and drink options and more take place in the Earth Expo & Convention Center. Thrill rides on a 110,000 square-foot track with a professional driver in the Winter Lot are sure to feed a need for speed. The main auction all goes down in Mohegan Sun Arena, where supreme cars like last production C7 Corvette are set to cross the auction block. Barrett-Jackson is featuring a Family Preview Day on Wednesday, June 26th, where guests of all ages can get an exclusive look at the TechForce STEM center, an exhibition featuring hands-on activities to allow students to better understand automotive technology through the applications of science, technology, engineering and math.
The American Cornhole League (ACL) is hosting the 2019 Johnsonville Cornhole Championship and 2019 American Cornhole League Pro Invitation at the Earth Expo Center from Wednesday, July 3rd – Saturday, July 6th. ACL is set to give out over $30,000 in cash payouts. Select events throughout the long weekend will be broadcasted live in ESPN 2 and ESPN 3. Entry is open to the public and on a first come, first serve basis.
Connecticut’s #1 comic book convention, Terrificon, comes to the Earth Expo & Convention Center from Friday, August 9th – Sunday, August 11th. The weekend long event features the best in shopping for comic books, artwork, Pop culture memorabilia, and gaming goods. Guests are encouraged to cosplay and partake in after-con activities!
Guests can spend Labor Day Weekend indulging in the best food truck cuisine at the 4th Annual New England Food Truck Festival. On Saturday, August 31st and Sunday, September 1st, over 30 food trucks will take over the Winter Parking Lot, rain or shine. Guests can also enjoy live music from our headliner Muscadine Bloodline, entertainment for kids, face painting, field games, and more. Saturday night ends with an electrifying fireworks show.
ENTERTAINMENT
Mohegan Sun’s summer entertainment line-up is bringing the best in the business! Acts like New Kids on the Block, Little Big Town, Phish, Shawn Mendes, the Jonas Brothers, and more heat up Mohegan Sun Arena. The Wolf Den features up and comers, Classic Rock stars and everything in-between. Guests can also check out the Connecticut Sun as they maintain their status as #1 in the WBNA with home games in Mohegan Sun Arena all summer.
For more information about Hot Summer Fun, and other exciting upcoming events, 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 80 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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