Dec 13, 2011 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping, Special Events
Even more great entertainment, events and offers exclusively for the ladies in January & February
Fridays continue to be a sizzling night to party with the girls at Mohegan Sun with the extension of Diva Fridays through February 24, 2012. By popular demand, the promotion formerly named “Diva Days & Diva Nights” will continue through the New Year and will feature some of the best entertainment as well as retail and dining specials.
Check out the entertainment lineup for Diva Fridays in January & February:
- Quiet Riot – January 6th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- The Lemonheads – January 13th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Matt Nathanson – January 20th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Gigantour: Megadeth & Motorhead with Volbeat and Lacuna Coil– January 27th at 6:30pm in Mohegan Sun Arena
- The Osmond Brothers – January 27th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Toby Keith with special guest Rodney Atkins – February 3rd at 8:00pm at Mohegan Sun Arena
- Joe – February 3rd at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- He Is We – February 10th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Everlast – February 17th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Funniest Comic In New England Contest – February 17th at 8:00pm & 10:15pm in The Cabaret Theatre
- Hotel California – February 24th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Glen Campbell, The Goodbye Tour with special guest Ronnie Milsap – February 24th at 8:00pm at Mohegan Sun Arena
- Funniest Comic In New England Contest – February 24th at 8:00pm & 10:15pm in The Cabaret Theatre
NOTE: Gigantour, Toby Keith, Funniest Comic and Glenn Campbell are ticketed events. To purchase tickets, please visit the Mohegan Sun Box Office or Ticketmaster.
Weekly Specials:
Each week, guests can enjoy various special offers including:
- Party on the Patio of Todd English’s Tuscany: Every Friday starting at 9:00pm, there is a party on the patio of Todd English’s Tuscany where guests can not only enjoy drink specials, but actually learn how to make the hottest drinks with a professional mixologist. A live DJ will also spin the tunes each week.
- No Judgment Zone: Discover a new game or master an old favorite in Mohegan Sun’s No Judgment Zone. Every Friday, learn the ins and outs of our most popular table games in our special, Divas-Only “No Judgment Zone” at its new location in Casino of the Wind across from Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville.
- Bring a Friend: It pays to bring a friend to Mohegan Sun, literally. Ladies can bring their friends and have them sign up to become a Player’s Club member and receive anywhere from $25.00 to $75.00 in Free Slot Play. The more friends you bring, the more you earn. Membership is free and open to guests 21 or older.
- Makeovers: Every Friday from 6:00pm – 10:00pm, stop by Bare Escentuals in The Shops at Mohegan Sun for a complimentary “Hello Gorgeous Divas Make-Under” plus receive $10.00 off any purchase $60.00 or more.
- Chef Demonstrations: Each Friday starting at 7:00pm, chefs from various Mohegan Sun restaurants including Seasons Buffet, Sunrise Square, Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain and Birches Bar & Grill will be demonstrating how to prepare one of their signature dishes in The Shops concourse.
Exclusive Offers
Various shops and restaurants at Mohegan Sun will be offering exclusive discounts as part of Diva Fridays including Citizen Watch, Brighton Collectibles, Swarovski, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Jasper White’s Summer Shack and much more. A full listing is available on mohegansun.com/divas.
For a complete listing of all of Diva Fridays activities, visit www.mohegansun.com/entertainment/divas.html.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Nov 23, 2011 | Entertainment, General News, Shopping
Guests can check off their complete wish list this holiday season at Mohegan Sun
The holiday season is officially here and, once again, Mohegan Sun is a one-stop destination for shopping, dining and entertainment. With over 75 retail outlets, restaurants and bars, 3 award-winning entertainment venues, a luxury hotel and world-class spa, there is something for everyone. Guests can take advantage of special holiday discounts and promotions at several of the retailers, or catch some exciting entertainment.
SHOPPING
Now a regular retail outlet at Mohegan Sun, The Toy Basket offers some great holiday shopping items for children of many ages. Barbie’s Color Change Mermaid, Lego Watches and Clocks, Madame Alexander Dolls and even plush toys and accessories from the popular Angry Birds game are all available, in addition to much more.
And over at Tommy Bahama, an “On the Flip Side” event will be taking place this holiday season where guests will receive a $50.00 reward for every $250.00 they spend December 1st through December 31st. *Offer valid at U.S. Tommy Bahama stores. Not valid at tommybahama.com or Tommy Bahama outlets. Redemption period for promotional reward is January 1-28, 2012. Other restrictions apply, see store for complete program details.
DINING
Michael Jordan’s Steak House will be taking care of Christmas Eve and Day dinner with a special dish featuring a Rack of Wild Boar with Spiced Huckleberry Jam and Honey Roasted Sweet Potato Purée. This meal is priced at $42.00 per person.
Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe will also be serving up Christmas dishes on both December 24th and 25th. The special will be Pork Tenderloin and Brussels Sprouts with Smoked Bacon. This meal is priced at $28.00 per person and also comes with Apple and Pecan Bread Pudding for dessert.
In the month of December, in celebration of the big holiday, Ben & Jerry’s will be offering a Holiday Gift Basket with a choice of two T-shirts, two coffee mugs and two chocolate packs all for $50.00. Guests can also receive a small Ice Cream Special with the purchase of any T-shirt.
ENTERTAINMENT
Mohegan Sun will feature some fantastic performances in all three venues this holiday season. Below is a lineup of upcoming performances.
Mohegan Sun Arena
- Friday, December 9th at 7:00pm and Saturday, December 10th at 7:00pm: A Mohegan Sun Holiday Marvels Classic – Albano’s Nutcracker. Tickets are $33.00 & $23.00 with special discounts for seniors and children twelve & under.
- Saturday, December 17th at 8:00pm: Ms. Lauryn Hill will be on hand for a very special Arena show. Tickets are $78.00 & $58.00 and are on sale now.
- Tuesday, December 27th at 7:00pm: The Harlem Globetrotters make their way to Uncasville once again. Tickets are $72.00, $50.00, $30.00, $25.00 & $19.00.
- Friday, December 30th at 8:00pm: Rob Thomas will be performing a special intimate concert benefiting the Sidewalk Angels Foundation. Tickets are $35.00.
- Saturday, December 31st at 8:00pm: the hugely popular stand-Up comedian and actor Kevin Hart rings in the New Year with his Let Me Explain show. Tickets are $50.00.
The Cabaret Theatre
- Saturday, December 17th at 9:00pm: Treehouse Comedy Productions presents Dan Wilson featuring Vincent McElhone with special guest Rubi Nicholas. Tickets are $20.00.
- On New Year’s Eve, “The Funnist NYE Party in Connecticut” will bring Laugh-In 2012 starring Joey Kola featuring Carie Karavas and Billy Winn to the Cabaret Theatre for two shows, first at 8:00pm followed by another at 10:15pm. Tickets for this great night of comedy go on sale Wednesday, November 23rd at 10:00am.
Wolf Den
- On Saturday, December 3rd at 8:00pm the Wolf Den will feature A Peter White Christmas, where guitarist Peter White will perform his smooth Jazz music with some holiday selections mixed in.
- And on Sunday, December 11th at 7:00pm: December People bring their holiday music to Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den.
- On Wednesday, December 21st at 7:00pm, up-and-coming Country talent and Connecticut’s own Nicole Frechette will be performing in the Wolf Den.
- Friday, December 23rd at 8:00pm: celebrate good times with Ronnie Spector’s Best Christmas Ever.
- And on Christmas Day, the popular band Eight To The Bar will be performing at 7:00pm.
Arena & Cabaret tickets can be purchased at ticketmaster.com or by calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge by Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets are also available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Wolf Den shows are Free!
GIFT CARDS
Gift cards are also a great idea for the holidays. Especially when one can be used at everything at Mohegan Sun from dining, shopping and entertainment as well as being accepted at the luxurious hotel at Mohegan Sun, Elemis Spa and Mohegan Sun’s Mobil Gas Station & Convenience Store. Gift cards are available in denominations from $10.00 to $500.00 and can be purchased with cash or credit card at the Mohegan Sun Box Office or any Mohegan Sun apparel outlet including: all Essentials stores and Everything Under the Sun which are open 24 hours a day. Gift cards expire one year from the date of purchase and are not available for gaming use.
Gift cards can also be purchased online at the following address: http://www.mohegansun.com/common/gift-cards.html
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON MOHEGAN SUN’S HOLIDAY SPECIALS AND CELEBRATIONS, PLEASE VISIT MOHEGANSUN.COM.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
Aug 31, 2011 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, Shopping, Special Events
Even more great entertainment, events and offers exclusively for the ladies in September & October
As the weather cools down this fall, Mohegan Sun keeps things hot for the ladies with the extension of Diva Days & Diva Nights through October 28th. By popular demand, the promotion will continue throughout September & October and will feature the customized Diva Hotel package – in addition to some of the best entertainment touring this fall as well as retail and dining specials.
Entertainment & Special Events:
With 3 world-class venues, Mohegan Sun is known for bringing in the best of the best when it comes to entertainment. Throughout Diva Days and Diva Nights, Mohegan Sun Arena, the intimate Cabaret Theatre and the free 300-seat Wolf Den will be host to some of the best performers catered to all those divas out there!
Check out the fall entertainment lineup for Diva Fridays:
• WNBA – Connecticut Sun vs. Indiana Fever* – September 2nd at 7:30pm in Mohegan Sun Arena
• Jason Michael Carroll – September 2nd at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
• ABBA, the Concert – September 9th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
• Linda Eder – September 16th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
• Disco Dance Party – The Biggest Disco Event of the Year– September 23rd at 8:00pm in Mohegan Sun Arena
• Blood, Sweat & Tears– September 23rd at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
• MADD About Dancing – An Evening of Celebrities, Dancing and Fun with a Special Performance by Chuck Wicks – September 30th at 7:00pm in The Cabaret Theatre
• Bernie Williams– September 30th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
• The Man in Black, A Tribute to Johnny Cash– October 7th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
• Boyz II Men – October 14th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
• Treehouse Comedy Presents Gallagher – October 14th at 9:00pm in The Cabaret Theatre
• Sugarland with special guest Sara Bareilles – October 14th at 8:00pm in Mohegan Sun Arena
• Stephen Stills – October 21st at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
• Average White Band – October 28th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
NOTE: Connecticut Sun games, Treehouse Comedy, Disco Dance Party, Sugarland & MADD About Dancing are ticketed events. To purchase tickets, please visit Mohegan Sun Box Office or Ticketmaster.
Hotel Package:
For the Diva looking to spend the night out with friends, Mohegan Sun has created a special hotel package just for you. The basic package includes overnight accommodations, VIP check-in, poolside margaritas and appetizers as well as late check-out. Guests also have the option of customizing the package to include Diva Dine Around at Todd English’s Tuscany, an in-room martini mixing station or an in-suite massage. Offer is currently valid on Thursdays and Fridays through October 2011 only. For details on this package, please visit http://www.mohegansun.com/entertainment/divas-0911.html
Weekly Specials:
Each week, guests can enjoy various special offers including:
• Party on the Patio of Todd English’s Tuscany: Every Friday starting at 9:00pm, there is a party on the patio of Todd English’s Tuscany where guests can not only enjoy drink specials, but actually learn how to make the hottest drinks with a professional mixologist. A live DJ will spin the tunes each week.
• No Judgement Zone: Discover a new game or master an old favorite in Mohegan Sun’s No Judgement Zone. Every Friday, learn the ins and outs of our most popular table games in our special, Divas-Only “No Judgement Zone” located in Casino of the Sky across from the Sky Valet.
• Bring a Friend: It pays to bring a friend to Mohegan Sun, literally. Ladies who sign up for a new Player’s Club card will receive $25.00 in Free Slot Play. In addition, they can bring their friends and have them sign up to become a Player’s Club member and receive anywhere from $25.00 to $75.00 in Free Slot Play. The more friends you bring, the more you earn. Membership is free and open to guests 21 or older.
• Makeovers: Every Friday from 6:00pm – 9:00pm in front of Sephora in The Shops at Mohegan Sun, get spoiled with free mini-makeovers and watch Temptu Air Brushing demonstrations.
• Chef Demonstrations: Each Friday starting at 7:00pm, chefs from various Mohegan Sun restaurants including Todd English’s Tuscany, Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain, Birches Bar & Grill and more will be demonstrating how to prepare one of their signature dishes in The Shops concourse.
Exclusive Offers:
Various shops and restaurants at Mohegan Sun will be offering exclusive discounts as part of Diva Days and Diva Nights including Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Todd English’s Tuscany, Bare Escentuals, Swarovski and much more. A full listing is available on mohegansun.com/divas.
For a complete listing of all of Diva Days and Diva Nights activities, visit http://www.mohegansun.com/entertainment/divas-0911.html
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Apr 5, 2011 | Food & Beverage, Shopping
Treat Mom to dining, shopping, entertainment and spa specials this Mother’s Day at Mohegan Sun
May 8th is just around the corner and that means it’s time to start thinking about how to treat Mom to a great time on her special day. Mohegan Sun may be just the place with fine restaurants, Elemis Spa specials, superb entertainment and endless shopping possibilities.
DINING OFFERINGS
Todd English’s Tuscany will prepare a four-course meal starting with Tuna Tartare with Spicy Mayo and Kettle Chips. It’s followed by a Cashew Crusted Lamb Chop served with Celery Salad and Parmesan Polenta. Next up will be the main course that features a succulent Petit Filet Mignon served over Seared Foie Gras, Silk Potatoes and Tuscan Demi. A classic Root Beer Float, along with baked-to-order Chocolate Chip Cookies, rounds out the meal. The special will be offered at $55.00 per person or $90.00 per person with wine pairings from 4:00pm to 10:00pm.
Birches Bar & Grill will offer a three-course meal that starts out with a choice of Soup Du Jour, Birches House Salad with Sweet-Herb Vinaigrette or a classic Caesar Salad. The entrée will be Surf & Turf that features a 6 oz. Filet Mignon & two Baked Seafood Stuffed Shrimp and will include delicious sides of Chef’s Vegetables and Rice Pilaf. A Heart-Shaped Strawberry Panna Cotta on a Cookie Crust topped with Chocolate Sauce will be served for dessert. The meal will be offered at $38.00 per person from 10:00am to 3:30am.
At Big Bubba’s BBQ, a special dinner consisting of Smoked Prime Rib with a Twice Baked Potato plus an additional side will be prepared for $21.95 per person.
Over at Jasper White’s Summer Shack, a Mixed Green Salad will be served followed by a 16 oz. Filet Mignon with a Chicken Lobster Tail served with Mashed Potatoes and Lobster Bordelaise. This meal is $50.00 per person and will be accompanied by a glass of champagne. Mothers will also receive a special Chocolate Covered Strawberry for dessert.
Sunburst Buffet will be offering a range of great Beef & Poultry, Seafood and plenty more. Some of the featured items include Penne & Grilled Chicken Alfredo, Shrimp & Asparagus Risotto with Shaved Parmesan, Veal Contadina, Seared Maple Mustard Glazed Salmon, a Breast of Chicken Francaise and Lobster & Roasted Tomato Shells “n” Cheese. Sides will include Fresh Mashed Potatoes, Sautéed Green Beans and Toasted Orzo & Almond Rice Pilaf. At 5:00pm, Prime Rib will also be available at the carving section. Meals are offered at $19.81 per person ($23.58 after 5:00pm) and $10.37 for children between the ages of six and twelve ($12.76 after 5:00pm).
Finally, over at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, all mothers will be offered a free Oreo Crumble Dessert that features Ice Cream topped with Chocolate Sauce and crushed Oreo Cookies.
HOTEL & SPA SPECIALS
Elemis Spa has the perfect spa package for mothers with the Welcome Wellness hotel & spa package which combines a choice of one 50-minute Swedish massage or facial with an overnight stay in a luxurious Mohegan Sun hotel room. Just mention code PTWEL to have Mom set up with a mini retreat to revitalize her body, soul and stomach. This package is priced at $327.00 per night, based on double occupancy.
ENTERTAINMENT
On Mother’s Day, the Wolf Den will be featuring the Grammy-nominated Blues Pianist Al Copley at 7:00pm.
The Wolf Den is free and entrance is on a first-come, first-served basis. All guests must be 21 years of age or older.
THE SHOPS AT MOHEGAN SUN
The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store will have the Jim Shore Faith Flying Angel available at the promotional price of $15.00. Guests can also get the Angel for free by spending over $100.00 on all Jim Shore merchandise.
For more information on all of Mohegan Sun’s Mother’s Day offerings, please visit mohegansun.com/mothers-day.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Dec 16, 2010 | Breaking News, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, Shopping, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Specials and VIP parties including DJ SL at Ultra 88 Night Club on New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve at Mohegan Sun will be an event for everyone to enjoy with a variety of live entertainment, free giveaways, dining and shopping specials, Player’s Club promotions and exclusive parties at Mohegan After Dark’s Night Club, bars and lounges.
Giveaway/Countdown Celebration
Mohegan Sun will kick off the night of celebration at 4:00pm as complementary top hats, tiaras and noisemakers are distributed at Mohegan Sun’s coat check & valet locations throughout the property to all guests. At 9:00pm, the giveaways will also be available at Birches Bar & Grill, Leffingwells Martini Bar and Todd English’s Tuscany.
The center of excitement will be located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun where DJ Melee will spin the latest mainstream hits until 1:00am. Cirque entertainers will perform jaw-dropping feats in various locations of The Shops concourse and a live feed of the annual ball drop in Times Square will project above the DJ booth.
Exclusive New Year’s Eve Parties
Ultra 88 Night Club will be showcasing the popular celebrity disc jockey, DJ SL who is set to spin the crowd right into the New Year. He began making his mark nationally and internationally in major night clubs in Kansas City, Massachusetts, Seattle, the Bahamas, Cancun and Montreal doing celebrity and corporate events. These include My Super Sweet 16 with DJ Skribble, parties for the cast of The Hills and Entourage as well as the New England Patriots and Boston Celtics. Tickets for the party are $100.00 and will include a complimentary glass of champagne. For VIP tables ranging from six-person tables to twenty-person suites, please call 860.862.7042.
Lucky’s Lounge will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party with Remember September performing at 9:00pm. Tickets for the party start at $50.00 per person and include a ticket redeemable for a champagne toast at Midnight. Special table and lounge packages are available and come with complimentary champagne and Lucky’s Pu Pu Platters. For information on table & lounge rates and for reservations, please call 860.862.7005.
The Dubliner will feature Red Light for a live performance with a $40.00 cover. A champagne toast and Dubliner Pub Platters will also be included with table packages. Please call 860.862.7005 for table reservations.
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will host a free concert with party cover band Explicit starting at 10:00pm. Attendees must be 21 or older.
Last Shows of the Year
Hilarious comedian and host of the hit show Chelsea Lately on E!, Chelsea Handler will take the stage for a very special New Year’s Eve performance with special guest Sarah Colonna at Mohegan Sun Arena on December 31st at 8:00pm.
Tickets for Chelsea Handler are available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log onto ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge by Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet.
In the Wolf Den, Boogie Wonder Band performs at 8:00pm and 11:00pm. The Wolf Den is free and open to the public. Arrive early for seating. Must be 21 or over to attend.
The Cabaret Theatre hosts Laugh in 2011 with comedians Rich Vos, Bonnie McFarlane & Joe DeVito. The show begins at 10:00pm and tickets are $29.75 per person with a champagne toast included. Must be 21 or over to attend.
Shopping and Dining Specials-New Year’s Eve
The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store will run a two hour special on New Year’s Eve from 10:00pm to Midnight as guests will receive 20% off all purchases, excluding clearance and promotional merchandise.
Kids Quest and Cyber Quest will offer can’t-miss events and activities for kids from 10:00am to 3:00am on New Year’s Eve. Kids Quest will feature crafts, games, hats and blowers, balloon drops and prizes periodically throughout the day. Cyber Quest will host a 15,000 ticket giveaway from 2:00pm to 11:00pm with 1,000 tickets being awarded per hour. At Midnight, one lucky winner will take home a grand prize of 5,000 tickets. To enter, children can earn one entry ticket per hour. Kids who are MVP Club Card holders will receive two entry tickets per hour and two bonus tickets will be awarded for daily Quest Bonus challenges. Children must be present to win.
Todd English’s Tuscany will offer a Chef’s Tasting Menu that starts out with Pear and Baby Green Insalata served with Crumbled Maytag Bleu Cheese, Candied Walnuts and White Balsamic Vinaigrette followed by Fennel Rubbed Diver Scallops with Root Vegetable Risotto and Porcini Butter. The third course is made up of a Surf and Turf combination of Petit Filet with Cipollini Demi, Charcoal Roasted Prawn,
Haricot Verts and Silk Potatoes. For dessert, a Mini Fallen Chocolate Cake with Tahitian Vanilla Gelato and a Tuxedo Strawberry. This meal is offered at $55.00 per person and $90.00 per person with wine pairings. Dinner will be served from 4:30pm – 12:00am.
Big Bubba’s BBQ will offer a Surf & Turf dinner consisting of Filet Mignon & Stuffed Shrimp with Potatoes and Vegetables for $49.95.
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will serve a Steak Diane dinner made up of a ten-ounce Sirloin topped with Shallot Mustard, Demi Glace and Sherry with Sautéed Mushrooms, Roasted Potatoes with Truffle Oil and Grilled Asparagus for $27.95.
Birches Bar & Grill will serve a three-course meal special for New Year’s Eve that starts with a choice of Soup or Salad followed by Roast Prime Rib with Green Beans Provençal and Roasted Fingerling Potatoes or Baked Stuffed Salmon with Crabmeat Stuffing, Sherry Lobster Cream Sauce, Asparagus Spears and Roasted Garlic Smashed Potatoes. Dessert will be Dolly Sin Chocolate Cake with Strawberries and Vanilla Sauce. This meal is offered at $37.00 from 3:00pm-1:00am. Birches Bar & Grill hours of operation will be from 11:00am – 5:00am on New Year’s Eve and 9:00am-3:30am on New Year’s Day.
Seasons Buffet will feature Creole Cajun Style Catfish, Lobster Macaroni and Cheese as well as Roast Chinese BBQ Pork with Asian Vegetables. Dessert selections include Dolly Sin Cake, Chocolate Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake and a variety of Pastries and Puddings. Seasons Buffet will be serving breakfast from 7:30am – 11:00am followed by lunch and dinner selections through 1:00am.
Free Slot Play Frenzy
Player’s Club members are invited to celebrate the end of 2010 with Mohegan Sun’s Free Slot Play Frenzy. On Friday, December 31st, guests who play their first $20.00 on their favorite slot machine from 6:00am to 6:00pm will receive $10.00 in Free Slot Play Bonus. Must be 21 or older to participate.
For more information on Mohegan Sun’s New Year’s celebrations and promotions, please visit mohegansun.com/NYE
Bus Specials to Mohegan Sun
A variety of bus companies will offer exclusive packages on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day ranging from $20.00 to $45.00. Participating bus companies include Eagle One Coach, Dattco, Enchanted Coach, Entertainment Tours, Flagship Trailways, Gokey & Quinn, Greyhound, Ground Transamerica, Joseph’s, Kelley Transit, King Ward Coach Lines, JRB Coach Lines, JTR Transportation, L & S Journeys, Land/Jet, Myers Casino Express, Northeast Charter & Tour, Paul Revere, Post Road Stages, SeaJet, Wade CNY and West Point Tours. Please visit mohegansun.com or participating companies’ websites for additional information.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
Nov 24, 2010 | Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping
Guests can enjoy a holiday toy store, great entertainment and shopping for gifts at nearly 40 retail outlets at Mohegan Sun
This holiday season at Mohegan Sun, guests can find a one-stop destination for gifts and loads of entertainment and even a shot at winning a $250.00 gift card all by having the ugliest holiday sweater. In addition, The Shops At Mohegan Sun, for the first time, will be featuring a special toy store, The Toy Basket, featuring a range of great gift items.
THE TOY BASKET
This holiday season, Mohegan Sun is making it easier than ever to get your shopping finished with our very own holiday toy store. The Toy Basket is open now and features a variety of products for both young and old. Guests can shop for the popular Mattel products like Hot Wheels & Barbie along with numerous Crayola and Lego gifts. To help spark some great gift planning, we have come up with a top five toy list with all five products set to be featured in The Toy Basket.
1.) Pillow Pets
The half stuffed animal half pillow product known as Pillow Pets is one of the top gift ideas for young children this Holiday season and the Toy Basket will be well stocked. The fun, cuddly and inexpensive Pillow Pets can be purchased in everything from a cow, turtle, lady bug and even dolphins.
2.) LEGO: Crawler Crane
Mohegan Sun’s holiday outlet will have various LEGO products available including the popular Crawler Crane that will keep kids busy with authentic construction vehicle details and features like moving tracks, lifting mechanism, a house section and barrier.
3.) Fisher Price: Color Flash Laptop
The just for kids Fisher Price Color Flash Laptop features an array of game modes aimed to help kids discover letters, phonics and numbers. The product also comes equipped with mazes, music, exciting animation and more.
4.) Calico Critters Country Tree House
The Calico Critters Country Tree House isn’t your average play set. This four room package comes equipped with plenty of furniture & accessories including two mango monkeys, hot tub, water slide and a lake that all make for a great deal of fun for children.
5.) Barbie: Glam Vacation House
One of the hot items that will be available in The Toy Basket is the Glam Vacation House by Barbie. The dollhouse has two stories and six areas of glam-o-rama play including a living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, patio and breakfast bar. Kids can customize the set as they see fit with clip n’ fit pieces such as TV, chandelier and titki lights. The kit folds up also for children to play on the go.
ENTERTAINMENT
Mohegan Sun will feature some fantastic performances in all three venues for the holiday season as well. Below is a lineup of upcoming performances.
Arena
Saturday, December 11th at 7:00pm and Sunday, December 12th at 2:00pm: A Mohegan Sun Holiday Marvels Classic – Albano’s Nutcracker. Tickets are $33.00 & $23.00 with special discounts for seniors and children twelve & under.
Sunday, December 19th at 7:00pm: Johnny Mathis; singing his hits & holiday favorites with special guest Gary Mule Deer. Tickets are $30.00
Friday, December 31st at 8:00pm: Chelsea Handler rings in the New Year with special guest Sarah Colonna. Tickets are $55.00
Cabaret
Saturday, December 25th at 8:00pm: Treehouse Comedy Productions presents Paul Bond featuring Pete Michaels with special guest Fran Capo. Tickets are $20.00
Saturday, December 31st at 10:00pm: Treehouse Comedy Productions presents Laugh in 2011 With Rich Vos, Bonnie McFarlane & Joe DeVito. Tickets are $29.75 and includes a champagne toast and a ball and balloon drop at midnight.
Wolf Den
Friday, December 10th at 8:00pm: Restless Heart XMAS Show
Friday, December 17th at 8:00pm and Saturday December 18th at 8:00pm: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s Wild & Swingin’ Holiday Party
Saturday, December 25th at 8:00pm: Ronnie Spector’s Best Christmas Ever
Arena & Cabaret tickets can be purchased at ticketmaster.com or by calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge by Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets are also available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Wolf Den shows are Free!
UGLY SWEATER CONTEST
Mohegan Sun really gets into the holiday spirit with the return of the “It’s Not You, It’s The Sweater” Contest. The contest is currently in progress and runs through December 8th at 10:00am. To enter, participants are asked to send a photo of themselves in an ugly holiday sweater to [email protected] and include their full name, email address and phone number. On December 9th, the collection of ugly sweater photos will be posted in an album on Mohegan Sun’s Facebook page where users can vote for their favorites by clicking the “like” option by the photo. The photo with the most “likes” as of 10:00am on December 15th will win a $250.00 gift card to The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
GIFT CARDS & UNITED WAY WRISTBANDS
Mohegan Sun gift cards are also available and can be purchased with cash or credit card at the Mohegan Sun Box Office or any Mohegan Sun apparel outlet including all Essential stores and Everything Under The Sun which are open 24 hours a day. Gift cards are available in denominations from $10.00 to $500.00 and can be used for everything from shopping, dining & entertainment as well as at Mohegan Sun’s hotel, Elemis Spa and Mohegan Sun’s Mobil Gas Station & Convenience store.
Starting December 6th, all Mohegan Sun outlets and select Shops at Mohegan Sun will participate in a special cause benefiting the United Way. Guests can purchase wristbands at any Mohegan Sun outlet with cash, credit card or Player’s Club points. All proceeds will go towards United Way programs.
A complete list of The Shops at Mohegan Sun are as follows: America’s Memories, Bare Escentuals, Brewster’s Trading Post, Brookstone, Caché, Cascade Electronics, Chico’s, Citizen Watch, Clay Pipe, Coach, Everything Under The Sun, Galina’s European Boutique, Godiva Chocolatier, Lalo Treasures, Landau, LUSH Cosmetics, Lux Bond & Green, Margaritaville’s Smuggler’s Hold, Mohegan Sun’s Essentials (several locations throughout the property), Oriental Fine Arts and Crafts, PUMA®, Scentsations, Spin Street, Sunglasses USA, Sun Shoes, Swarovski, The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store, Tiffany & Co., Tommy Bahama, Trading Cove, Trailblazer and Yankee Candle.
For more complete information on Mohegan Sun’s restaurants, shops and spa, visit mohegansun.com or call 1.888.226.7711. Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
