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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Dec 14, 2023 | Breaking News, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
WHAT: Mohegan Sun will celebrate the grand opening of the new Tesla Electric
Vehicle (EV) Showroom with a special ribbon-cutting event on Wednesday, December 20th at 11:00am. This event helps launch the very first Tesla EV Showroom in Connecticut that provides guests both Sales & Delivery. Officials will also discuss other developments as part of this partnership.
WHEN / WHERE: Wednesday, December 20th at 11:00am | Tesla EV Showroom in The Shops at Mohegan Sun
WHO: Jeff Hamilton | President and General Manager of Mohegan Sun
Zach Kahn | Senior Policy Manager at Tesla
Lori Brown | Executive Director for CT League of Conservation Voters
Adrienne Farrar Houël | CEO of Greater Bridgeport Community Enterprises
*Media is invited to the celebration for visual content, post-event interviews, tours of the Sales & Delivery process and a reception to be held inside the brand-new showroom. Please reach out to Mohegan Director of PR, Cody Chapman, for more details.
IN DETAIL: This past summer, Mohegan Sun and Tesla announced that a first-of-its-kind Tesla EV Showroom and Sales & Delivery Center was coming soon to Mohegan Sun. This exciting venture celebrates its Grand Opening on Wednesday, December 20th at a special ribbon-cutting ceremony with officials from Mohegan Sun, Tesla and other special guests. This event will also mark some of the very first Mohegan Sun deliveries to new Tesla buyers involving popular models like the Model Y, Model 3 and Model S. The Tesla EV Showroom is centrally located in the 130,000 square-foot Shops at Mohegan Sun, and is also steps away from world-class dining, luxury hotel towers, two unique casinos, the massive Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook, award-winning entertainment that includes Bruce Springsteen in April, and much more.
For more information, visit mohegansun.com or Mohegan Sun’s newsroom.
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Nov 28, 2023 | Comedy, Entertainment, Special Events
Featuring Hannah Berner, Michael Blaustein & Jessica Kirson
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 28, 2023) ––The Class Clown Tour hits the Mohegan Sun Arena stage for a night full of laughter featuring three of the genre’s best including Hannah Berner, Michael Blaustein & Jessica Kirson on Saturday, April 13th at 7:30pm.
Tickets for this laugh out loud Comedy show go on sale Friday, December 1st at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting on Saturday, December 2nd, subject to availability.
Class Clown Tour Lineup:
Hannah Berner
Hannah Berner was born in Brooklyn, New York and emerged on the comedy scene by writing, directing, editing, and acting in videos on social media and writing viral tweets. She has two podcasts, Berner Phone and Giggly Squad with over 50 million combined downloads. She was a co-host on Bravo’s Chat Room, as well as a member of Bravo’s Summer House for three seasons, and has over 4 million followers across her social media platforms.
Through her viral digital series, Han on the Street, she has interviewed stars such as Jennifer Lawrence, Hailey Bieber, Priyanka Chopra, Kesha, and the Jonas Brothers. She currently is on a theater tour across America for her stand-up comedy. In 2022, she was named one of Just For Laughs “New Faces Of Comedy” in Montreal. She was recently named one of Variety’s “Top Ten Comics to Watch in 2023”.
Michael Blaustein
Michael Blaustein is an internationally touring headlining comedian, accomplished actor, and award-winning writer. Michael co-hosts a very popular podcast called Stiff Socks with comedian Trevor Wallace. Stiff Socks is ranked in the top 50 of all comedy podcasts on iTunes and Spotify. He has performed at over 200 colleges worldwide and has been on the Comedy Central on Campus Tour, The College Humor Tour, and The Oddball Comedy Fest. Michael has performed at prestigious festivals such as JFL 42 and The New York Comedy Festival.
Michael can be seen on Amazon Prime’s original series Inside Jokes. Michael can also be seen on the last season of CBS’s Person of Interest. He has hosted two pilots for MTV and was a cast member of the last season of MTV’s Punk’d. Michael created and developed a Snapchat show for Comedy Central and was also a comedy pilot finalist in The Austin Film Festival. Michael Co-wrote, Co-directed, and Co-starred in the feature film Up There.
Jessica Kirson
Jessica Kirson is a powerhouse on stage. She’s a hilariously relatable performer of sheer silliness, vulnerability, and ridiculous characters. Her countless comedic character videos have racked up over 200 million views on social media. Her audience is multigenerational, creating an excuse for large groups of friends and families to spend a night out together. In an era where only 10% of all touring comedians are female, Jessica stands out as one of the strongest comedians regardless of gender.
Jessica produced FX’s Hysterical, a feature-length documentary that premiered at SXSW 2021. The film explores the changing landscape of women in stand-up comedy and features Margaret Cho, Nikki Glazer, Chelsea Handler, Fortune Feimster, and other notable comedians.
She was awarded “Best Female Comic” by the MAC association in New York City and received the prestigious Nightlife Award for “Best Stand-up Comedian.” In her spare time, Jessica is a regular contributor to The Howard Stern Show, where she produces and stars in prank calls for the show.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been the “#1 Casino Venue in the World,” “#1 Social Media Venue in the World” and a seven – time national award – winner for “Arena of the Year.” For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711.
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Nov 21, 2023 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
End 2023 on a high note with four days of exhilarating nightlife, live entertainment and more beginning Thursday, December 28th
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 21, 2023) – To celebrate the end of 2023 and what’s to come in 2024, Mohegan Sun welcomes the return of Endless Midnight, featuring round-the-clock excitement on property from Thursday, December 28, 2023, through Monday, January 1, 2024. Over the course of four days, guests can experience live entertainment in Mohegan Sun Arena, the Wolf Den and Comix Roadhouse, plus exhilarating nightlife in Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock, Avalon Nightclub, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House and GAME ON. The party doesn’t stop there! Guests can countdown to 2024 at various special events across property, including the New Year’s Eve Dinner Gala, New Year’s Eve Party on the Concourse, Party into the New Year, and the Great Gatsby Roaming Event.
Entertainment
Mohegan Sun Arena is ending the year on a high note! Starting Thursday, December 28th, Cirque Dreams Celebration is set to bring three nights of festive entertainment to Mohegan Sun Arena. Cirque Dreams Celebration features an ensemble of aerial circus acts, sleight-of-hand jugglers, fun-loving skippers, breath-catching acrobatics, and much more. This world-renowned cast of performers will be accompanied by an original music score, including new twists on seasonal favorites such as “Deck the Halls,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.” Singers, dancers, penguins, toy soldiers, and reindeer invoke the dreams behind a child’s eye on the most magical of nights. Amidst a backdrop of new sets, scenery, and storylines, this family-friendly production is sure to put a twinkle in your eye! All three shows begin at 7:00pm. Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Over at the Wolf Den, guests can experience three nights of free, live entertainment. On Friday, December 29th, Raise Your Hands: Bon Jovi Tribute, the premier tribute to the music & spirit of Bon Jovi, will kick off at 8:00pm and features both hits and deep catalog tracks. Karina Rykman brings her “Joyride Tour 2023” to the Wolf Den on Saturday, December 30th at 8:00pm, featuring her original take on Psychedelic Indie Rock. On Sunday, December 31st, widely popular ‘80s tribute band, RUBIX KUBE, wraps up 2023 with two shows at 8:00pm and 11:00pm! All guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend shows in the Wolf Den.
Comix Roadhouse will play host to five rounds of live entertainment, all on Sunday, December 31st! At 4:00pm, enjoy Spinnato’s Comedy Magic, featuring the perfect combination of sarcasm, magic and audience participation. Standup comedian and Impractical Jokers writer, Mike Finoia, will hit the Comix Roadhouse Comedy Club stage at 6:00pm and 8:00pm. On the Roadhouse side, American Honey is set to bring modern Country, Rock and Pop from the 90’s and beyond at 9:15pm. Comix Roadhouse will officially kiss 2023 goodbye with the Lipstick, Lashes and Lies: A Variety Drag Show featuring comedic sets, live singers, celebrity impersonations, dancing and more at 10:00pm. For ticket information, visit comixroadhouse.com.
New Year’s Eve Special Events
On Sunday, December 31st, guests can let a magical adventure sweep them away with an enchanting sit-down dinner at the New Year’s Eve Dinner Gala in the Uncas Ballroom. A cocktail reception will take place from 6:00pm – 7:00pm with dinner immediately following from 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Music will be provided by Middle Eastern Music Ensemble. Guests must be 21 years of age or older and dressed in proper attire to attend. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
At 10:30pm, the Uncas Ballroom transforms for the ultimate NYE countdown at Party into the New Year. This extravagant New Year’s celebration gets underway with dancing and music by DJ Tom Macari and will also feature an open bar, a champagne toast at Midnight and a breakfast buffet to ring in 2024. Guests must be 21 years of age or older and dressed in proper attire to attend. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Starting at 9:00pm, guests can countdown to 2024 with family and friends at The Shops at Mohegan Sun during the New Year’s Eve Party on the Concourse, hosted by Alexa Farrell from News 12 CT. The Shops Concourse will come alive when DJae Melee blasts the beats and DFX Entertainment perform their high-energy acts as guests countdown to Midnight, capping off with an incredible pyrotechnic display! Hats, horns and tiaras will be available at Summer and Winter Coat Checks, Sky Valet and other entrances starting at 5:00pm (limited quantities available while supplies last). This event is free to attend and open to guests of all ages!
novelle’s lavish NYE Celebration, the Great Gatsby Roaming Event, will feature live music all night long by DJ Flip, interactive roaming entertainers, a celebratory champagne toast at Midnight and full access to the Viennese Hour dessert bar and passed appetizers. Specially priced bottles of champagne will also be available for bottle service. Tickets to the Great Gatsby Roaming Event are available via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Nightlife
Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock, Avalon Nightclub, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House and GAME ON are all set to bring exhilarating nightlife on Sunday, December 31st. At Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock with DJ Cream, guests are invited to come dressed to impress for a special night under the stars starting at 9:00pm. VIP reservations are available, guests can call 860.862.4009 for additional information. Guests can also dance the night away at Avalon Nightclub with DJ Chizzle, with the party starting at 9:00pm. For VIP reservations at Avalon Nightclub, guests can call 860.862.CLUB or email [email protected]. The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House is celebrating New Year’s Eve with live music by The Pogs, party favors and more starting at 10:00pm. For VIP table reservations at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, guests can email [email protected]. GAME ON will also feature a live DJ set for guests from 7:00pm – close.
Gaming Promotion
To celebrate end of 2023 and the first day of 2024, Momentum members will receive Triple Status Points by playing their favorite slots, table games or wagering in the Race Book from 6:00am – Midnight on Saturday, December 30, 2023 and Monday, January 1, 2024. This promotion accelerates status and Personal Achievement Awards, however Momentum Dollars will not be tripled. Status Points earned in the Poker Room do not qualify to be tripled.
Endless Midnight is an initiative that showcases the spirit of joy, community, and boundless entertainment at Mohegan destinations across North America, including Mohegan Sun, Mohegan Pennsylvania, Resorts Casino Hotel, ilani, Mohegan Casino Las Vegas and Fallsview Casino and Casino Niagara. For more information, visit mohegangaming.com/endless-midnight.
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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