May 17, 2023 | General News, Special Events
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 17, 2023) – Mohegan Sun is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with a fun-filled weekend of Pride. Festivities start Saturday, June 24th with an all-ages event, Pride on the Sun Patio. Then, Cocktails & Queens delivers the ultimate drag show in The Cabaret Theatre. Guests can keep the party going on Saturday with Avalon Nightclub’s PRIDE @ Night. Pride Weekend wraps up on Sunday, June 25th with the You Better Work: Diva Brunch at novelle, a special E.R. Fightmaster meet & greet, and a Pride-themed Connecticut Sun basketball game presented by Jordan’s Furniture.
Pride on the Sun Patio| Sun Patio| Saturday, June 24th | 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Pride will take over the Sun Patio with local businesses and support organizations that all highlight the LGBTQ+ community! Guests can enjoy a variety of drink specials at our all-new Sun Patio Bar and indulge in incredible food by Backyard Smokers and Supreme Hot Dogs. DJ Edgewood and DJ Gadget will be keeping the energy going with upbeat and energetic music throughout the day. Check out a variety of vendors including Mohegan Sun’s benefitting organization, outCT. Tickets to Pride on the Sun Patio are $5 ($8 the day of the event) and on sale now via ticketmaster.com. This event is open to all ages!
Cocktails & Queens | The Cabaret Theatre| Saturday, June 24th| 8:00pm – 9:30pm
The divas have arrived! Drag icon Kenya Mone Heart is hosting this unforgettable event, featuring a top tier lineup of some of the most fabulous drag queens in Connecticut. Guests can enjoy performances by Angelina Fierce, Dro Lopez, Rozz Aura, Moxie Angel, Natalia Fierce, Vypra Aura and Xiomara Amour. Plus, special performances by Pangina Heals and Robin Fierce, stars from RuPaul’s Drag Race!
Tickets to Cocktails & Queens are $40 and on sale via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. Ticket price includes one complimentary drink. Don’t want the night to end? Show your Cocktails & Queens ticket at the door of Pride @ Night at Avalon Nightclub to skip the line and pay no cover! Guests must be 21 and over to attend Cocktails & Queens.
PRIDE @ Night | Avalon Nightclub | Saturday, June 24th| 9:00pm – 2:00am
Keep the party going in Avalon for PRIDE @ Night! Sip on delicious Bacardí drinks and DJ Dave Aude will keep guests dancing to his energetic beats all night long. All are invited to witness this legendary nightclub scene, show off their true colors and shine with pride! Cover for PRIDE @ Night is $20 and all guests must be 21 and over to attend.
You Better Work: Diva Brunch | novelle| Sunday, June 25th| 11:00am – 2:00pm
novelle is set to host the grand finale to Pride Weekend – the You Better Work Diva Brunch. This exclusive drag brunch features live entertainment, a mouthwatering buffet, and gorgeous cocktail blends that guarantee a fierce, fun time! Tickets to the You Better Work: Diva Brunch are $65 and available via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. All guests must be 21 and over to attend.
Connecticut Sun Pride| Sunday, June 25th
Connecticut Sun is ready to go All in for Pride! Guests can partake in a special meet and greet with E.R. Fightmaster from Grey’s Anatomy at The Cabaret Theatre at 10:30am. Tickets are $100 and $85 and on sale now. Ticket price for the meet & greet includes admission to the CT Sun Pride Game vs Chicago Sky.
At 1:00pm, Connecticut Sun is hosting a special Pride Game presented by Jordan’s Furniture. Fans are encouraged to show their pride while enjoying a special halftime performance. The first 2,500 fans will receive a Connecticut Sun beach towel. Both the E.R Fightmaster meet & greet and the CT Sun Pride Game are open to guests of all ages.
For more information about Pride Weekend at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com/pride.
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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May 15, 2023 | Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Shopping, Special Events, Sports, Travel & Leisure
The most buzzworthy kicks, in addition to rare classics, will take centerstage inside Earth Expo at Mohegan Sun; Both general and VIP tickets allow guests to sell and trade sneakers
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 15, 2023) – Beginning at Noon on Sunday, June 4th inside the 125,000 square foot Earth Expo center, The Sneakerhead Invasion, hosting various sneaker, streetwear and collectable vendors, will arrive in full force at Mohegan Sun. Organized by The Urban Collab, the latest and greatest from Nike, Air Jordan, Adidas and more will be up for grabs for sneakerheads of all stripes.
“Hosting a large-scale sneaker convention is something we have wanted to add to the calendar for our Expo center for some time, and we’re so happy to have the Urban Collab bringing their amazing 1-day Sneakerhead Invasion event to Mohegan Sun later this spring,” -said Kevin Barosso, Dir. of Convention & Sales for Mohegan Sun. “Not only does this convention allow for selling and trading of some of the most sought-after sneakers on the market, but across 200+ vendors, the event will also feature unique collectables, streetwear, headwear and more.”
Tickets to the Sneakerhead Invasion are available through Ticketmaster.com and start at $30 for general admission, which allows guests to bring three pairs of sneakers inside for the opportunity to sell or trade. VIP tickets are $40 and come with the bonus of entering the event with as many sneakers as one can carry and doing that through a special entry line. The first 100 VIP guests will also receive a free enamel pin. Tickets for High School students are also discounted to $15 and children under 10 with a parent enter for free! High School students are asked to have their High School ID on hand.
Attendees can expect to see popular recent sneaker releases such as Air Jordan 1s, Yeezy’s, the latest New Balances and much more.
For more information on the Sneakerhead Invasion, visit mohegansun.com/sneakerhead
And for more details on how to become a vendor, visit theurbancollab.org
ABOUT SNEAKERHEAD INVASION: Organized by The Urban Collab, The Sneakerhead Invasion is Connecticut’s Biggest Sneaker Convention where you can buy, sell and trade your sneakers. The Sneakerhead Invasion has a variety of vendors from sneakers, streetwear, hats and pins, collectables and more. This convention is also an experience for the whole family with awards, giveaways and performances. We have something for everyone! Follow The Urban Collab on Instagram via @theurbancollab_
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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May 4, 2023 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events
Festivities include a Summer Kick-Off party that unveils the Sun Patio Bar, and the return of popular outdoor summer concert series Party on the Sun Patio
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 4, 2023) – Summertime at Mohegan Sun is in full effect on the Sun Patio. The former Summer Entrance has been transformed into a 2,100 square-foot outdoor event space that is perfect for sunny days and warm summer nights. The star of the show is the elevated, 50 square-foot Sun Patio Bar, complete with six hi-definition screens (including two menu boards) and a full bar including six bartender stations. Regular hours for the Sun Patio Bar are Fridays from 5:00pm – 11:00pm, Saturdays from Noon – Midnight and Sundays from Noon – 9:00pm.
Those looking to be the first to party at the Sun Patio Bar can do so at the Summer Kick-Off on Saturday, May 27th. From 5:00pm – 8:00pm, delectable eats will be offered from Munchies, Bridge Market Pizza and Travelin’ Bones. Refreshing drink specials will also be available and electrifying live entertainment will be provided by local favorite band, Sugar. Complimentary fire pits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The first 100 guests to attend also receive a free drink, courtesy of Red Bull! Mohegan Sun’s Summer Kick-Off has free admission, and all guests must be 21+ with valid ID.
The Sun Patio is also the home of Mohegan Sun’s popular summer concert series, Party on the Sun Patio. Starting June 30th, and every Friday night through September 1st, the Sun Patio transforms into a breezy outdoor area where guests can dance the night away to live entertainment provided by local tribute bands. A rotating lineup of amazing food trucks will be offering tasty bites, and guests can quench their thirst with incredible cocktail and beverage specials. Make the night extra special with a VIP fire pit!
Party on the Sun Patio is a free event that takes place from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. Doors open at 6:30pm and the bands start rockin’ at 8:00pm. Featured bands* for Party on the Sun Patio are as follows:
June 30th: Chicken Fried, a tribute to Zac Brown Band
July 7th: Vegas McGraw & Tim McGraw Tribute, a tribute to Tim McGraw
July 14th: Simply Shania, a tribute to Shania Twain
July 21st: Big Eyed Phish, a tribute to Dave Matthews Band
July 28th: Captain Fantastic, a tribute to Elton John
Aug. 4th: Queen Flash, a tribute to Queen
Aug. 11th: Dumb As You Are, a tribute to Nirvana
Aug. 18th: No Shoes Nation, a tribute to Kenny Chesney
Aug. 25th: Tramps Like Us, a tribute to Bruce Springsteen
Sept. 1st: The Journey Show, a tribute to Journey
*Lineup subject to change
Guests must be 21+ with valid ID to attend Party on the Sun Patio. Fire pit reservations will open in June 2023. All fire pit reservations include a complimentary round of drinks for up to eight guests per reserved fire pit. Additional seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and guests are welcome to bring their own chairs. Coolers and outside food/beverages are not permitted. In the event of inclement weather, bands performing at Party on the Sun Patio will be moved to the Wolf Den. Decisions will be announced by 2:00pm the day of the event.
While the Sun Patio is open to the public, private parties can be booked for up to 2,000 guests. The Sun Patio Bar is also available for booking private parties of up to 300 guests. The Sun Patio is in the process of a multi-phase renovation with phase two starting in fall 2023.
Stay tuned, Mohegan Sun is gearing up for a summer to remember and things are just warming up! For the latest details on events and promotions, visit mohegansun.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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Apr 18, 2023 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
WHAT: Dancing, margaritas, tacos and everything in between! Join Mohegan Sun for Sip and Salsa at novelle on Friday, May 5th.
WHERE/WHEN: Friday, May 5th
7:00pm – close
novelle
IN DETAIL: Sip and Salsa the night away at novelle! Guests will get the chance to learn spicy dance steps from two-time winner of Dancing With The Stars, Val Chmerkovskiy. Plus, guests can taste amazing food from the mouthwatering taco bar station, pedal the Patrón bike to make their own margarita, show off their best moves to the upbeat Jazz music of Latin Essence, and round out the night with the next-level beats of DJ Lezlee.
Tickets to Sip and Salsa are $50 and on sale now via ticketmaster.com. Each ticket includes a complimentary Cointreau margarita in celebration of the cocktail’s 75th anniversary! All guests must be 21 years of age or older to enter novelle.
For more information about all the exciting events novelle has to offer, visit novellemohegan.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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Apr 14, 2023 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Sports, Sports Betting
Horse racing, hat contest, free bets, and more!
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 14, 2023) – Race down to the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook on Saturday, May 6th for a day filled with free bets, great food, and more! The Derby Day celebration gets started at 10:00am. New York Racing Association’s very own Anthony “The Big A” Stabile and Mike “Mut” Mutnansky are guest handicappers for Derby Day. These handicappers will have those at the sportsbook jockeying for a seat!
All table reservations will include a Honey Bourbon BBQ Pulled Pork Slider meal with Southwest Coleslaw and a side of Jalapeño Mac & Cheese, a commemorative Derby Day T-Shirt, a commemorative glass, and entry into free bet drawings. Guests can win their share of $10,000 in free bets! At 5:00pm, five random names will be drawn. Each of the five lucky guests that are chosen will receive $2,000 in free bets to be placed on the Derby. Additionally, guests who wager $50 on the Derby will receive a free gift! Guests can book reservations at mohegansun.com/sportsbook.
It’s also time for guests to break out their best Derby hat for a day at the races! Compete in a Derby hat contest for bragging rights and free food! First place will receive $100 in Sportsbook F&B credit, second place will receive $50 in Sportsbook F&B credit, and third place will receive $25 in Sportsbook F&B credit.
Don’t let the Triple Crown excitement end there. Look forward to more live horse racing experiences at Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook with upcoming events like Preakness Stakes on May 20th, Belmont Stakes on June 10th, and the Breeders’ Cup on November 3rd & 4th.
The 11,000 square-foot Mohegan Sun FanDuel features mezzanine seating, 220+ luxury seats, a robust food & beverage menu, an immersive 140-foot wide high-def video wall, 39 easy-to-use self-betting kiosks, and various live-teller windows. To learn more about all the action at Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook, visit: mohegansun.com/sportsbook.
Mohegan Sun is proud to sponsor the Dinner & Derby event that is being held on Wednesday, May 3rd at King Umberto restaurant in Elmont, NY. There will be a silent auction at this event with all proceeds going to the Belmont Child Care Association. Some notable silent auction items include an overnight stay at Mohegan Sun along with a $50 Mohegan Sun gift card and two tickets to the 2023 Belmont Stakes.
ABOUT MIKE “MUT” MUTNANSKY AND ANTHONY “THE BIG A” STABILE:
Mike “Mut” Mutnansky has spent almost 20 years in Boston sports radio. A native of Pepperell, MA, Mut fell in love with horse racing in the Mohegan Sun Race Book and Saratoga Springs, NY. He has been hosting racing events for Mohegan Sun for over 10 years – and even occasionally has a winner! When he is not talking about Boston sports on the radio or coaching his boys’ flag football teams – he’s playing the horses at NYRA tracks. He writes and talks about sports and racing at MutStack.com.
Anthony “The Big A” Stabile has worked in horse racing his entire life. He got his start as a groom, hot walker and jockey’s agent before a five-year stint at the New York Post as a writer, handicapper and host of Thoroughbred Central on the NYCOTB TV Network. Stabile joined the NYRA TV team in July 2016 and can be seen regularly on Talking Horses and America’s Day at the Races. He began calling races in December 2018 at Aqueduct. He also covers the Triple Crown and Breeders’ Cup for VegasInsider.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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Apr 12, 2023 | Breaking News, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping, Special Events
Spoil Mom with a special day on Sunday, May 14th
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 10, 2023) – Mother’s Day is right around the corner
and Mohegan Sun will be putting on a brunch like no other. Also, popular restaurants like BALLO Italian Restaurant, SolToro, Michael Jordan’s Steak House and more are inviting guests to gather around the table for a special meal. Mother’s Day Brunch and all dining specials are offered on Sunday, May 14th unless otherwise specified.
Mohegan Sun’s Mother Day Brunch will be offering two types of brunch options to celebrate Mom this year. The first option is The Premium Brunch, which features an exclusive chef selected breakfast and lunch buffet that highlights delectable flavors from the land and sea, as well as a selection of specialty sweet treats for Mother’s Day dessert and a complimentary Mimosa, Bellini, and Bloody Mary bar. The Classic Brunch will feature a complimentary Mimosa, Bellini, and Bloody Mary bar along with popular breakfast comfort foods and hearty lunch favorites that will delight your taste buds in a buffet with a selection of special Mother’s Day desserts. Give Mom the gift of some quality family time filled with delicious food, indulgent desserts, classic cocktails and live music! Tickets are $75 for the Premium Brunch and $55 for the Classic Brunch. All tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. Alcohol will only be available for the adult ticket price.
Dinner at BALLO Italian Restaurant starts with slow-roasted tomatoes, grilled peaches, mozzarella and 12-year aged balsamic for $17. The first of two main course options is a Homemade Wild Mushroom Ravioli made with mascarpone, shaved asparagus, brown butter and sage for $28. The second option is a Surf and Turf consisting of an 8-ounce filet mignon, 4-ounce prosciutto wrapped scallops, watercress and radish salad for $70. Desert is a strawberry tart made with mascarpone, white chocolate and strawberry coulis for $12.
Sushi Koya will be offering a Pink Lady Roll for $20, House Sake for $5 and a Koya Cocktail for $10. This special is dine-in only and may not be combined with other discounts. Tax & gratuity is not included.
Guests who spend Mother’s Day with Michael Jordan’s Steak House can enjoy a Miso Honey Chilean Seabass paired with green onion mashed potatoes, bok choy and soy glaze for $52. Another option is the Octopus Carpaccio served with lemon, olives, capers, Sicilian dressing and sourdough bread for $18.
Hash House A Go Go is serving up a meal that features a Crab Cake Benedict consisting of house-made griddled crab cake on top of a bed of mashed potatoes, split biscuits, sliced tomatoes, and fresh spinach topped with over easy eggs and spicy chili cream for $30.99. Guests looking for a sweeter option can try the Raspberry White Chocolate Chip Pancake, which is a buttermilk pancake topped with raspberries and white chocolate chips, topped with more white chocolate chips and whipped cream for $13.49.
Jasper White’s Summer Shack will be offering a dine-in only, prix fixe menu for $45 per person. Guests can choose one item from each category. The appetizer options are a choice of Cocktail Shrimp (3), a Cup of Creamy Clam Chowder or a Mixed Greens Salad with house vinaigrette. The first entrée option is a Shack Style Baked Haddock made with tomato fondue and garlic crumbs, with jasmine rice and broccoli. The next option is a Grilled Lobster Tail featured with beurre blanc, roasted potatoes and daily vegetable. The last entrée choice is Tenderloin Steak Tips made with garlic butter and served with mashed potatoes and roasted mushrooms. For dessert, guests will be able to choose one of Jasper White Summer Shack’s house-made creations. Guests can also enjoy a glass of bubbles for $8 per glass. This special may not be combined with other discounts. Tax & gratuity is not included.
Mother’s Day at SolToro consists of two special options. The first option is a Horchata French Toast made with cinnamon-roasted apricots, horchata eggnog and Mexican crema for $15. The second option is Cochinita’s Enchiladas made with slow roasted pork, ranchera sauce, sour cream, queso fresco and corn tortillas for $19.
Guests can also celebrate by treating Mom to 30% off metal bakeware at Le Creuset. This offer is valid May 1st – May 31st while supplies last.
All in for Mom! Buy a special Mother’s Day gift at Mohegan Sun’s brand new Online Shop!
For complete details on Mother’s Day specials, visit the Mohegan Sun website.
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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