Feb 13, 2024 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
A whiskey event that’s aged perfectly takes place on Saturday, April 13th
WHAT: Sun Whiskey Union is back for another year, and guests are invited to experience a night filled with top-notch whiskey, delicious bites and exhilarating live music.
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 13th
8:00pm – 11:00pm
Earth Ballroom
IN DETAIL: Savor the rich tapestry of flavors at the exclusive Sun Whiskey Union at Mohegan Sun! From smoky and peaty to smooth and complex, each whiskey tells a unique story. From those who are new to the world of whiskey to those who are knowledgeable enthusiasts, all are invited to chat with the distilleries’ representatives to learn more about their styles of whiskey and other libations! Listen to live music from Locals Live 2023 finalist, The Rakes, while sipping on top-shelf whiskey, scotch, bourbon and rye. Also, all guests in attendance will have the opportunity to sample unique craft cocktails and indulge in mouthwatering food from Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ and tasty treats from NoRA Cupcake Company.
Tickets go on sale Wednesday, February 14th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. Prices are subject to increase the day of the event. A portion of ticket proceeds will go to support the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. Guests must be 21 years of age of older to attend Sun Whiskey Union. Valid ID and ticket are required upon entry.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Feb 6, 2024 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Sports, Travel & Leisure
Special guests at this year’s dinner & auction include Roger Clemens, Bernie Williams, Darryl Strawberry and Ron Darling; A Live Broadcast of Mad Dog Sports Radio will also take place in Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den from 3:00pm – 6:00pm
The 36th Annual Connecticut Cancer Foundation Celebrity
Dinner & Auction will take place inside the Uncas Ballroom at Mohegan Sun at 5:30pm on February 16th. Beginning at 3:00pm on the afternoon of this star-studded fundraising affair, the one-and-only Christopher “Mad Dog” Russo will bring a live broadcast of his SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio Show to Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den venue. Russo will also MC the celebrity dinner and auction which has tickets and sponsorship opportunities currently on sale through February 8th. These annual celebrity dinners feature delicious food, unique auction items and an exciting fundraising appeal through a lively Q&A with the special guests.
This celebrated event, founded by the late John Ellis who was a professional catcher for New York, Cleveland and Texas and was born in New London, CT, has raised millions since its inception in 1987. The tradition continues on Friday, February 16th for another incredible event set to feature special guests that include 7x Cy Young Award Winner & 11x All-Star, Roger Clemens; 5x All-Star & 4x Champion, Bernie Williams; 8x All-Star & 3x Champion, Darryl Strawberry and All-Star pitcher, Champion, and current sports commentator in NY — Ron Darling. Each of these remarkable athletes will also spend some time with Mad Dog Sports Radio as hosts Chris Russo and Steve Torre broadcast live from the Wolf Den. Mohegan Sun President, Jeff Hamilton, will also stop by to update guests on other exciting events and openings coming soon to Mohegan Sun.
Seating for the live broadcast of SiriusXM’s Mad Dog Sports Radio will be on a first-come first-served basis on the afternoon of Friday, February 16th.
Mad Dog Sports Radio is channel 82 on SiriusXM and features a star-studded line-up including Christopher “Mad Dog” Russo, Adam Schein, Michelle Beadle, and more.
For more information on the special live broadcast of Mad Dog Sports Radio and the 36th Annual CT Cancer Foundation Celebrity Dinner, please click HERE, visit ctcancerfoundation.org or call 860-388-0788
ABOUT CONNECTICUT CANCER FOUNDATION (CCF): CCF was founded in 1987 by CT native John Ellis, a former catcher for the NY Yankees and cancer survivor, to financially assist cancer patients and their families and fund cancer research. For the past 36 years, through its CT Cancer Patient Assistance Program, CCF has granted over $8 million to more than 9,000 Connecticut families dealing with the financial hardship that often follows a cancer diagnosis. Additionally, CCF has donated more than $2 million to support ongoing cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering. CCF is a 501© 3 non-profit organization. For more details, visit ctcancerfoundation.org
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Jan 29, 2024 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events, Sports, Sports Betting
Exclusive giveaways throughout the night include an autographed Travis Kelce jersey, up to $500 in Free Slot Play and Matt Rife Mohegan Sun Arena Suite tickets
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 29, 2024) – Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook invites guests to experience Kansas City and San Francisco battle it out during football’s final gridiron showdown on Sunday, February 11th. Reservations begin at 4:00pm, the buffet opens at 5:00pm and The Big Game gets underway at 6:30pm. The 11,000 square-foot venue features 220+ luxury seats where guests can comfortably catch all of The Big Game action on the 140-foot-wide video wall. Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook also features 30 easy-to-use self-betting and various live-teller windows for guests to use when making pre-game or in-game bets!
Throughout the duration of the game, guests with table reservations will have access to a delicious stadium-style buffet, two drink tickets per person for Anheuser-Busch products and a Mohegan Sun hoodie for each guest. Additionally, anyone who books a table will be eligible for thrilling giveaways throughout the night with grand prizes including an autographed Travis Kelce jersey, up to $500 in Free Slot Play and tickets to see comedian Matt Rife live in Mohegan Sun Arena. Ten winners will be selected to receive two Arena Suite tickets for Matt’s Rife’s sold-out performance on Sunday, February 25th.
Seating for The Big Game starts at 4:00pm and lasts for the duration of the game. An additional charge will be applied to tables exceeding 8 guests. Table reservations can be booked through UrVenue at mohegansun.com/sportsbook.
Guests must be present at the time of the drawings to be eligible for all giveaways, and all guests must be 21+ to enter Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Jan 29, 2024 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Welcome the Year of the Dragon with a day full of festivities on Sunday, February 11th
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 24, 2024) – Mohegan Sun is gearing up to celebrate Lunar New Year on Sunday, February 11th! Following tradition, celebrations for the Year of the Dragon include the Fortune God, Red Envelopes and more!
The festivities kick off at 11:00am when the winners from the 2023 Miss Chinese Beauty Pageant join the Fortune God to celebrate at The Shops Concourse. The Fortune God will be handing out Red Envelopes, which signify good luck and fortune, to guests while supplies last. At 1:00pm, Mohegan Executives will give remarks before the annual Lion Dance and Firecracker display takes place on Mohegan Sun’s new and improved Sun Patio. Guests can watch the Lion Dance make its way through The Shops Concourse, ending at the Mohegan Sun Arena Sky Entrance. The Lion Dance has long symbolized the exorcising of evil spirits and summoning of luck and fortune.
The Year of the Dragon represents good luck, strength, health, and also the male element Yang. In China, the dragon is viewed as a symbol of imperial power and authority. People born in the Year of the Dragon (1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012 and now 2024) are said to have personality traits aligning with charisma, confidence, intelligence and power. Additionally, these individuals are said to be naturally lucky and gifted.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Jan 10, 2024 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events, Sports, Sports Betting
Queer Eye food and wine expert, Antoni Porowski, and Loverboy’s Carl Radke also join the star-studded weekend
WHAT: Guests are invited to cap off Sun Wine & Food Fest weekend in style with two exclusive meet and greet opportunities with former New England football legend and hall of famer, Ty Law, during professional football’s championship games.
WHEN/WHERE: Sunday, January 28th
Game 1: 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Game 2: 6:30pm – 10:00pm
Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook
IN DETAIL: On Sunday, January 28th, the last day of the 20th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest, guests can head over to Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook to experience the Championship Game Viewing Party featuring delicious Corvus Vodka spirits, a mouthwatering buffet throughout the third quarter, a free gift, signed pictures and photo opportunities with Ty Law. Guests have the option to purchase tickets to either of the individual viewing parties. If a guest is interested in both viewing parties, they will need to purchase a ticket to each event. Tickets are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
The fun doesn’t stop there! Just before the Ty Law Championship Game Viewing Party on Sunday, January 28th, New York Times bestselling author and Queer Eye food and wine expert, Antoni Porowski, will join host, Kalen Allen, and renowned celebrity chef, Martha Stewart, at Brunch with Martha & Friends in the Uncas Ballroom. Carl Radke also accompanies Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula behind the bar at novelle with Loverboy’s new line of non-alcoholic sparkling teas during Toast with the Host featuring Loverboy Sparkling Hard Tea on Friday, January 26th. Tickets to both events are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
The 20th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest, Mohegan Sun’s largest and most distinguished annual festival, takes place from Thursday, January 25th through Sunday, January 28th, and offers an immersive experience where wine enthusiasts come together to explore a world of flavors. Attendees can sip and sample their way through endless vintages and signature dishes, incredible showcases and tastings during a four-day affair across the property. For a full list of Sun Wine & Food Fest events and to purchase tickets, visit mohegansun.com/swff.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Dec 20, 2023 | Breaking News, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Environmental Leaders and Future Tesla Owners joined Mohegan Sun and Tesla to Celebrate the opening of Tesla’s Electric Vehicle Sales & Delivery Center at Mohegan Sun and the Expansion of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure to come
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 20th, 2023) – Mohegan Sun and Tesla today celebrated the Grand Opening of the all-new Tesla Electric Vehicle (EV) Showroom that comes equipped with a full Sales & Delivery Center. Attendees
celebrated the opening, the new partnership and the environmental benefits that increased zero emission vehicles can bring to the region.
The new sales and delivery center is the first-of-its-kind in Connecticut. The Mohegan Tribe is a sovereign nation with its own laws, ordinances and governing services which allows for this addition of zero emission vehicle sales to join the Shops at Mohegan Sun. Other jurisdictions which allow manufacturers to sell zero-emission vehicles directly to consumers have seen an increase in electric vehicle adoption which comes with cleaner air and better health outcomes for residents. The partnership will also lead to the expansion of charging infrastructure at Mohegan Sun.
The special occasion on Wednesday, December 20th also showcased some of the very first Tesla buyers taking delivery on their new Tesla at Mohegan Sun.
*Click HERE for additional images of today’s grand opening event
“Opening the Tesla EV Showroom here in our Shops at Mohegan Sun, with a full sales, service and delivery operation, is the next chapter in our constant goal of creating unrivaled experiences across our 5.5 million square foot destination,”-said Jeff Hamilton, President & GM of Mohegan Sun. “This new partnership allows for a significant upgrade to our existing charging spaces as well, creating an enhanced amenity and more convenience for our guests and travelers throughout the region.”
The Tesla EV Showroom in the Shops at Mohegan Sun is open daily from 10:0am – 7:00pm Sunday through Thursday, and it is open from 10:00am – 10:00pm on 
Friday and Saturday. Visitors can now experience all of Tesla’s products, including taking demo drives of the Model 3, Y, S or X. Guests can also call 860-383-1101 to learn more.
“Tesla’s partnership with the Mohegan Tribe and Mohegan Sun underscores their dedication to environmental sustainability,” said Rohan Patel, Tesla’s VP of Public Policy & Business Development. “As Connecticut’s first sales and delivery center of its kind, we anticipate a substantial surge in zero-emission vehicle adoption. The partnership will make electric vehicles and charging infrastructure more accessible to all residents of Connecticut. We commend the Tribe and Mohegan Sun for exemplifying leadership in environmental stewardship and look forward to our work together, including the development of local talent for careers at Tesla.”
Mohegan Sun’s collaboration with Tesla will also result in a substantial deployment of Electric Vehicle chargers throughout Mohegan Sun’s parking infrastructure. A project commencing soon will install 60 new Tesla Universal Wall Connectors to be split across the Riverview garage, Summer garage and Winter garage, which are all connected to the resort. These chargers will work with all electric vehicles so that everyone that may need it will have access to charging. Completion of this project is planned for Spring 2024 and should demand warrant it, Mohegan Sun and Tesla will increase the total past 100. The project currently projects to bring Mohegan Sun’s total to 75 chargers, making Mohegan Sun home to the biggest deployment of Tesla Universal Wall Connectors in Connecticut, and one of the leaders nationwide.
The grand opening celebration Wednesday morning also included comments from Lori Brown, who is the Executive Director for the CT League of Conservation Voters. Brown spoke to how this opening is a win for consumers, a win for the state and a win for the environment and the broader impacts that efforts geared towards sustainability can have.
Mohegan Sun and its parent company, Mohegan, is committed to the economic growth, tourism and community support in and around the regions it operates, and sustainability initiatives is a major part of that continued goal. Tesla will also collaborate with Mohegan to integrate local talent into its workforce development programs, which can provide Mohegan Tribal members and Mohegan team members with opportunities to learn diverse skills and technician training, potentially paving the way for exciting career opportunities with Tesla. Some members of the Mohegan Tribe are already a part of the Tesla team at Mohegan Sun.
The Shops at Mohegan Sun is a 130,000-square-foot two-story dining and shopping pavilion that connects Casino of the Sky to Casino of the Earth. Its breathtaking setting was designed by Rockwell Group and is home to exciting nightlife, award-winning dining and retail locations like COACH, Tommy Bahama, Robert Graham, LIDS, Athleta and Tesla.
The showroom is located across from the popular restaurant, Todd English’s Tuscany, with deliveries taking place nearby at Sky Valet. Test drives for popular Tesla models will also be possible around the resort. Momentum Dollars through Mohegan Sun’s loyalty rewards program (Momentum) will also be accepted for Tesla purchases in the coming weeks. Some Momentum tiers will also have upgraded EV charging perks upon completion of the charging station project.
“Moving toward electric vehicles is a critical environmental goal for our state and this storefront is yet another important step in that progress. Congratulations on the new partnership!” -Senate President Pro Tempore Martin Looney (D-New Haven)
For more updates, stay tuned to mohegansun.com and newsroom.mohgansun.com.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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