May 18, 2017 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: Country artist Kane Brown meets fans and signs copies of his self-titled album at Mohegan Sun on May 20th before opening for Jason Aldean in the Arena as part of the latest Signings & Sightings event.
WHEN: Saturday, May 20th
12:00pm – Signing Event
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: Country invades Mohegan Sun when singer/songwriter Kane Brown thrills fans with a special signing event of his self-titled CD on May 20th prior to his Arena show with headliner, Jason Aldean.
This is a braceleted event. Bracelets will be given out upon purchase of Kane Brown’s self-titled CD at Spin Street on Friday and Saturday for the Saturday signing. No personal photos (house photographers will take photos) and no signing personalization allowed. Kane Brown will only be signing his self-titled CD.
May 18, 2017 | Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping
Find the perfect gift this year with dining and shopping specials
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 18, 2017) – This Father’s Day do something special for the dad in your life! Don’t miss all the dining and shopping specials Mohegan Sun has to offer on June 18th.
Kick Dad’s day off with a meal at BALLO Italian Restaurant. On June 18th, enjoy a complimentary glass of 2014 Scaia Cabernet with the purchase of a 16 oz. ribeye with Brussels sprouts, pancetta and honey for $49.00. Guests can also enjoy the weekly Spectacular Sundays special and treat Dad to 50% off bottle of wine $100 and up!
For the dads who like larger-than-life portions, Hash House A Go Go will be hosting a special brunch and dinner on Father’s Day. Lunch specials will feature The Bosses Breakfast Sandwich for $13.99, Dads Burger for $15.99 and Macha Breakfast Burrito for $14.99. For dinner, indulge in the Grilled BBQ Chicken and Pork Ribs Combo for $17.99.
Treat Dad to a nice steak this Father’s Day! At Michael Jordan’s Steak House, the first 23 dads who order Michael Jordan’s steak of choice (the Prime Delmonico) will take home an engraved steak knife to memorialize their meal. For reservations, call 860.862.8600 or visit OpenTable.com.
Head over to Geno’s Pub to enjoy a burger and draft special for dads for $16.99 or visit Geno’s Fast Break on June 18th for 20% off for dads.
No Father’s Day would be complete without a sweet treat. Visit Ben & Jerry’s for buy one, get one free small cup or cone for fathers.
Follow up the Father’s Day meal with a little shopping at The Shops at Mohegan Sun. Give Dad something he’ll love at Robert Graham and receive a complimentary pair of Active Shorts and Summer Bag Kit with a purchase of $300.00. Stop by The Art of Shaving to receive a free gift with the purchase of any two colognes. BluWire has the JBL Flip 4 Speaker on special for $99.99, a perfect gift for the dad who loves technology. On Father’s Day, Galina’s will offer 10% off the purchase of one Aagaard Men’s Bracelet. Coach will feature a summer sale during Father’s Day, starting at 30% off select styles from 5/24. Splurge on Dad this year at Brookstone, featuring a special on the Recovery 3D premium massage chair for $3,499 on Father’s Day. Helping Dad look his best, Splendeur will give away a free tie with the purchase of any dress shirt. While supplies last.
Don’t forget COMIX Comedy Club! Before the day is over, bring on the good times with Silly Sunday: Father’s Day edition. All dads with pictures of their children receive 50% off on Comix Signature Cocktails.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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.
May 17, 2017 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun
Connecticut’s Premier Resort Invites Guests to Experience the Revamped Sun Terrace Pool with Private Cabanas and Outdoor Seating at Bean and Vine Terrace
UNCASVILLE, CT – Mohegan Sun announced today the opening of its renovated Sun Terrace Pool and introduced the resort’s first outdoor food and drink experience at the Bean and Vine Terrace. Resort guests and visitors are invited to embrace summertime at one of the East Coast’s premiere destinations with the Sun Terrace Pool’s enhanced amenities and contemporary updates, including brand new cabanas and pool furniture. Capturing the essence of summer, Mohegan Sun unveiled the new Bean and Vine Terrace, its first al fresco casual dining spot, featuring all day menu options ranging from hand-crafted coffee and breakfast specialties to sommelier-selected wines and seasonal small bites for sharing. The new cabanas are available startingSaturday, May 27, and the Bean and Vine Terrace opens to the public on Thursday, May 25.
“The guest experience is our priority at Mohegan Sun and we take special care and pride in continuously adding new amenities for our guests to enjoy,” said Ray Pineault, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “Whether hungry for the finest in dining, catching major headliners and live concerts or wanting to discover the best in gaming, we at Mohegan Sun are proud to offer guests premier entertainment, gambling, shopping and relaxing experiences this summer!”
Sun Terrace Pool Cabanas
Guests can experience the ultimate in comfort and relaxation in the new cabanas at the Sun Terrace Pool, which offers the ideal warm-weather escape amidst Mohegan Sun’s beautiful resort setting, located on the third floor of the Sky Tower. The new pool cabanas feature a cool outdoor space for hot summer days amidst plush pillows and soothing colors – perfect to relax with a summer book or create an outdoor entertainment lounge for friends and family.
Each cabana comfortably seats ten people, comes with a television, mini-refrigerator and towels, and features sturdy shutters around the perimeter providing both sun protection and privacy for guests. Beginning this summer, daily cabana reservations are available for $400 Monday through Friday, $600 on Saturday and $500 on Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and guests receive a complimentary $100 food and beverage credit when they book. In the evenings, cabanas can be reserved between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. for a lower rate of $250 Monday through Thursday, $350 Friday and Saturday, and $250 on Sunday, with a $50 food and beverage credit. Guests are encouraged to place their cabana reservation through Mohegan Sun’s concierge (Ext. 2-1230) for both future and day of bookings, with a 24-hour cancellation policy. The outside Sun Terrace Pool is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather permitting.
Bean and Vine Terrace
The Bean and Vine Café & Wine Bar, located in Mohegan Sun’s recently opened Earth Tower, will launch outdoor food and drink service on the new Bean and Vine Terrace, beginning Thursday, May 25. The first al fresco casual grill spot at the resort will seat up to 120 guests on a contemporary designed patio matching the indoor restaurant’s modern style, where guests are invited to enjoy small bites at the Bean and Vine Terrace Thursdays through Saturdays. The Bean and Vine Terrace menu features shared plates such as chips and guacamole with salsa, a Mediterranean hummus platter, hot poke bowls with guests’ choice of beef tenderloin, chicken or shrimp, and grilled chicken, beef or shrimp skewers served with a summer salad and naan triangles. The restaurant will also offer $7cocktails and Moet champagne by the glass, as well as outdoor entertainment on Thursday nights as part of Mohegan Sun’s annual Hot Summer Fun celebration, which kicks off in June.
These new features are part of Mohegan Sun’s multi-million dollar revamp initiated last year. The project includes several stages of renovations for the property’s original 1,200-room Sky Tower, and opening of the brand new Earth Tower last fall. The Earth Tower brought 400 hotel rooms to Mohegan Sun’s riverfront property, featuring the full-service Mandara Spa along with a fitness center, pool, a fire pit lounge outside on the Earth Tower Terrace and now the newly introduced Bean and Vine Terrace.
To learn more about the all-encompassing resort property in Uncasville, Connecticut and experience the Sun Terrace Pool and Earth Tower Terrace this summer, visit
Mohegan Sun!
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 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 ofNew 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.
May 16, 2017 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events
Friday, July 28th in the Uncas Ballroom
WHAT: It’s tequila time at Mohegan Sun’s Tequila Tasting on Friday, July 28th. Sample an array of premium tequilas and specialty food items to complement.
WHEN/ WHERE: Friday, July 28th
8:00pm to 11:00pm
Uncas Ballroom
IN DETAIL: It’s not a party without tequila and the festivities get underway on July 28th at Sun Tequila Tasting! DJ Tom Macari mixes the beats while you hit the mixology and margarita bars, sample an array of tequilas and savor the memories with our fun photo booth. The fiesta wouldn’t be complete without Mexican-themed favorites like tacos, guacamole and more to complement your cocktails!
Tickets for this 21+ event are $85.00 per person and go on sale Friday, May 19th at 10:00m through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster. A portion of all ticket sales will go towards the Southeastern CT United Way.
To learn more about Sun Tequila Tasting, please visit our website.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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.
May 15, 2017 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events, Sports, Travel & Leisure
The inaugural New England Conours d’Elegance, sponsored by Barrett-Jackson, will set the stage for the2nd Annual Northeast Auction; Thrilling activities for the whole family, including a collector car show, concours and road tour will lead up to this year’s Northeast Auction; An enviable docket of collector vehicles – including a very rare 2017 Ferrari 488 Spider with only 77 miles (preview) and a’70 Mustang Boss 429 with only 10 test miles (preview) – is lining up to cross the auction block at Mohegan Sun
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 15, 2017) – Barrett-Jackson is kicking its 2nd Annual Northeast Auction into overdrive
with a full week of collector car activities, events and unparalleled auction action. Building on the momentum from last year’s first double sellout in the company’s history, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auction® is fueling the enthusiasm of the collector car hobby across the Northeast with its premier automotive lifestyle event at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, June 21-24, 2017. Barrett-Jackson will rev up for the week of activities as the title sponsor of the New England Concours d’Elegance, which begins Saturday, June 17th. Additional events and activities will continue through the week, culminating with the highly anticipated auction at Mohegan Sun.
“We are extremely grateful to all those who supported our inaugural Northeast Auction last year,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “The electricity generated at last year’s record-setting event was unforgettable. This year, we decided to build on that high energy by creating even more collector car activities for the whole family, first by serving as the presenting sponsor of the New England Concours d’Elegance and continuing with our Northeast Auction.”
Tickets are on-sale now at Barrett-Jackson.com and are also available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Activities revving up the week in the Northeast include:
- New England Concours d’Elegance sponsored by Barrett-Jackson – Saturday, June 17th, through Sunday, June 18th, 2017
- New England Concours Summer Tour – Monday, June 19
- 2nd Annual Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction Preview Day on Wednesday, June 21
- 2nd Annual Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction from Thursday, June 22 through Saturday, June 24
Consignments are already pouring in for Barrett-Jackson’s Northeast Auction, including one of the world’s most desirable supercars, a 2017 Ferrari 488 Spider (preview), which can only be purchased outside of this auction by joining an extensive waiting list. This Corsa Red prancing horse has only 77 miles and features a power retractable hardtop, 3.9-liter V8 engine, 7-speed F1 dual clutch transmission and over $90,000 in optional equipment. Also crossing the block is an incredibly rare ’70 Ford Mustang Boss 429 (preview). With a fresh restoration and only 10 test miles on the odometer, this Grabber Blue Boss 429 is an extremely coveted Mustang and includes the Drag Pack convenience group, competition suspension and 429 Boss engine with 375 horsepower.
The Northeast Auction will add more examples of American performance and design to the auction block with a ’66 Shelby GT350-H Fastback (preview). One of only 59 built in Ivy Green, this authentic Shelby was completely restored in 2010 and is fully documented in the SAAC Shelby Registry.
Also on the docket is a custom ’66 Corvette Pro-Touring Convertible (preview), which is a ground-up build on an Art Morrison chassis. Under the hood is a ground-shaking LS3 engine with a custom forced-intake manifold mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The interior is completely new and Dyno-matted from the firewall back.
Auction guests will also see a European take on performance with offerings that include a ’88 Porsche 930 911 Turbo Cabriolet (preview) with a factory slant nose. This Porsche features a 3.3-liter engine with 4-speed transmission and includes the original Fuchs wheels.
“It’s clear from the unprecedented response to our inaugural Northeast Auction that Barrett-Jackson is a perfect fit for the area,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “We bring in enthusiasts from across the region, as well as international guests. I have no doubt that this year’s auction will bring a whole new level of energy to the collector car community across New England.”
Click here to consign a vehicle for the 2ndAnnual Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction. For information on becoming a bidder, follow the link to www.barrett-jackson.com/Bidder/Home.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company: Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions®, is the leader in collector car and automotive lifestyle events, which include authentic automobilia auctions. The company produces auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, and Las Vegas, Nevada. With broadcast partners Velocity and Discovery Channel, Barrett-Jackson will feature extensive live television coverage in 2017, including broadcasts in over 100 countries internationally. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call 480-421-6694.
About Mohegan Sun: Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 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 visitingmohegansun.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 4, 2017 | General News, Special Events, Sports
WHAT: Mohegan Sun welcomes back UCONN coach Geno Auriemma for a very special Signings & Sightings event moderated by former Husky and current Connecticut Sun standout, Morgan Tuck, on Thursday, May 25th.
WHEN: Thursday, May 25th
6:00pm – Live Q&A
6:30pm – Signing Event
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun shoots and scores with an exclusive Signings & Sightings event featuring a live Q&A and signing with Geno Auriemma. Moderated by CT Sun star and former UCONN player Morgan Tuck, the Q&A session will shine the spotlight on UCONN’s head coach. A free autograph session with Geno will follow in The Shops concourse on Thursday, May 25th.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, Geno will be signing 1 piece of memorabilia per guest OR the headshot distributed at the event. Signing personalization and personal photos are prohibited.
