May 23, 2024 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Guests can enjoy 256 events in 96 days at Mohegan Sun Arena, the Wolf Den, the newly renovated Sun Patio and Comix Roadhouse
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 23, 2024) – The summer gets off to a sizzling start at Mohegan Sun with 256 live events in a 96-day stretch kicking off on Friday, June 28th. The summer entertainment lineup across the resort includes chart-topping headliners in the 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena, incredible tribute bands at the upgraded outdoor venue, Sun Patio, hilarious comedians in Comix Roadhouse and so much more.
Mohegan Sun Arena’s award-winning stage will feature plenty of world class entertainers this summer including, Brad Paisley, June 29th|THE 80’s ROCK TOUR – FOREIGNER Original Lead Singer/Founding Member LOU GRAMM, JOURNEY, former Lead Vocalist STEVE AUGERI and ASIA Featuring JOHN PAYNE, July 5th|International Sumo League World Championship, July 6th|Daryl Hall + Elvis Costello., July 12th| Counting Crows, July 13th| Sam Hunt, July 18th| Kevin Hart, July 19th| Phish, July 23rd & 24th| Andrew Shulz, July 27th| Greta Van Fleet, August 2nd| Lamb of God & Mastodon, August 3rd| Cheap Trick, August 4th| Dierks Bentley, August 10th| Tate McRae, August 11th|Lindsey Stirling, August 15th| Shane Gillis, August 16th-18th |Childish Gambino, August 24th| Koe Wetzel, August 29th |Mötley Crüe, August 31st| Australian Pink Floyd Show, September 12th|Jon Stewart, September 13th| Jeff Dunham, September 14th | Squeeze & Boy George, September 15th| Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band, September 20th| Meghan Trainor, September 21st| The Beach Boys, September 27th| Carin León, September 28th.
To purchase tickets, visit the Mohegan Sun Box Office or Ticketmaster. Show times and performers are subject to change.
The WNBA’s Connecticut Sun will also be in action throughout the summer as they take on the league’s best inside Mohegan Sun Arena during their home games which includes Indiana Fever, June 10th | Atlanta Dream, June 28th & July 7th| New York Liberty, July 10th| Phoenix Mercury, July 14th |Chicago Sky, August 23rd, |Seattle Storm, September 1st & September 3rd| Las Vegas Aces, September 6th| Minnesota Lynx, September 17th |Chicago Sky, September 19th. For tickets and more information, visit sun.wnba.com.
The Wolf Den, located in the center of Casino of the Earth, offers the best free entertainment in the region. Guests have the unique opportunity to experience acts in an intimate setting including Nick Bosse, June 27th| Mike DelGuidice, June 29th|Wild Nights, June 29th| The ToneShifters, June 30th| Red Light, July 4th| Vixen, July 6th| Blurred Vision, July 7th| The Lost Marbles, July 11th| The Fabulous Thunderbirds, July 13th| Alex Shilo, July 14th| Don’t Tell Lisa, July 18th|| Britany Spencer, July 20th|Dr. K’s Motown Revue tone County, July 21st| Stone County, July 25th| Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone, July 27th|Brandt Taylor, July 28th| Souls on Fire, August 1st|Home Free, August 3rd| The 60’s Explosion Show, August 4th|American Honey, August 8th| Branded, August 10th|JD Leonard, August 11th|Tyler Morris, August 15th|Five For Fighting, August 17th| Dookie, A Tribute to Green Day, August 18th| F & Blues Band, August 22nd| Wicked Peach, August 24th|The Main Street Cruisers, August 25th| Last Licks, August 29th| Queensrÿche, August 31st| Josh Ross, September 1st| Autograph: Beyond, September 6th| The Rascals, September 7th|Stryper, September 13th| John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band, September 14th| Juice Box, September 27th| Face 2 Face: A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel, September 28th.
Guests can take in the evening summer vibes with the return of Party on the Sun Patio, located at the newly upgraded Sun Patio. Over the course of 14 weeks, guests can get mouthwatering beverage specials while dancing to the beats of fan favorite tribute bands. Every Friday night, doors open at 6:30pm before bands get the party started at 8:00pm. The best food trucks in the region including Munchies, Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ, NoRA Cupcake Company, and Supreme Hot Dogs will be on site delivering mouthwatering favorites. VIP fire pit reservations will be accepted starting Saturday, June 1st. Each fire pit includes a complimentary round of drinks, cocktail service, and an Adirondak chair for each guest. Guests can visit the Mohegan Sun website for booking information. Party on the Sun Patio tribute bands include: Vegas McGraw, June 28th|Fleetwood Macked – The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac July 5th|Raise Your Hands, July 12th Captain Fantastic (Elton John Tribute), July 19th|Mystic Dead (Grateful Dead Tribute), July 26th|Refugee (Tom Petty Tribute), August 2nd |Beatlemania Again (The Beatles Tribute), August 9th|52nd Street Band (Billy Joel Tribute), August 16th|The Journey Tribute Show, August 23rd, |Red Neck Castaway (Kenny Chesney Tribute), August 30th |Zac N’ Fried (Zac Brown Band Tribute) September 6th|Big Eyed Phish (Dave Matthews Band Tribute), September 13th|BStreetBand (Bruce Springsteen Tribute), September 20th|Queen Flash (Queen Tribute), September 27th.
All guests must be 21 or older and have a valid ID. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. However, guests can feel free to bring their own chairs! Guests are not permitted to bring coolers or outside food/beverages. Bands and food trucks subject to change. There will not be rain dates or make up dates. In the event of inclement weather, cancellations (only) will be announced by 2:00pm on the day of the event and bands will perform in the Wolf Den or The Cabaret Theatre.
Swing by Comix Roadhouse this summer for laugh out loud entertainment, country music, line dancing, a rockin’ mechanical bull, and mouthwatering food and drinks. Comix Roadhouse instantly becomes a hot spot for live entertainment when acts such as Change Up, Lacey Cheryl 5, and Whiskey & Rye take the stage throughout the summer. The Comedy Club inside Comix Roadhouse will host headliners including Greg Stone, May 23rd-25th|John Valby, May 26th|Red Grant, June 6th-8th|Julian McCullough, June 20th-23rd|Kurt Metzger, August 1st-3rd. To stay up to date on the entertainment lineup at Comix Roadhouse, visit comixroadhouse.com.
For more information on summer entertainment, visit mohegansun.com/entertainment.
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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May 22, 2024 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
5th annual event set to take over the Sun Patio for the first time ever
WHAT: Sun Tequila Tasting is back and takes place on the Sun Patio for the first time! Throughout the evening, guests can immerse themselves in outdoor vibes as they sip on tequila and margarita samples.
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, July 27th
8:00pm – 11:00pm
Sun Patio
IN DETAIL: Discover the essence of agave at Sun Tequila Tasting 2024! Guests can indulge in the unique flavors and complexities of tequila, treat their taste buds to delicious Mexican food provided by Los Mariachis On Wheels, groove to the high-energy beats of DJ D-Ave and dance to Fiesta del Norte’s incredible mariachi band!
Tickets to Sun Tequila Tasting go on sale Thursday, May 23rd at 10:00am via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. A portion of ticket proceeds will go to support the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut Young Leaders. Guests must be 21 years of age of older to attend. Valid ID and ticket are required upon entry.
Be on the lookout, as Hot Summer Fun is set to return to Mohegan Sun and it’s only getting hotter! Prepare for a summer of fun-filled promotions, exclusive offerings, special events and so much more!
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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May 9, 2024 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Festivities to take place at Mohegan Sun Arena, Sun Patio, The Cabaret Theatre and Avalon Nightclub
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 9, 2024) – Mohegan Sun is excited to announce the return of Pride Weekend! On Saturday, June 8th and Sunday, June 9th, celebrate the LGBTQ+ community with various fun-filled Pride activities including the Connecticut Sun Pride Game, Pride on the Sun Patio, Cocktails & Queens in The Cabaret Theatre, Pride @ Night and Drag Bingo Brunch Presented by Troupe429!
Connecticut Sun Pride Game| Mohegan Sun Arena | Saturday, June 8th | 1:00pm
The Connecticut Sun will host its Pride Game, presented by Jordan’s Furniture, against the New York Liberty. Fans can show their Pride, loud and proud, while enjoying a special halftime performance. The first 3,500 fans will receive a crossbody bag sponsored by Jordan’s Furniture. Tickets to the Connecticut Sun Pride Game are on sale now and can be purchased via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Pride on the Sun Patio| Sun Patio| Saturday, June 8th | 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Pride will take over the newly renovated Sun Patio with local businesses and support organizations that highlight the LGBTQ+ community! DJ Gadget will keep the energy going with upbeat and energetic music throughout the day. From 3:30pm-4:30pm get ready to witness an electrifying lip sync battle hosted by Mohegan Digital that features Comix Kings and Queens! Kenya Mone Heart, who was crowned Queen of the Sun Patio in 2023, goes head-to-head against Mia E. Z’Lay, Ambrosia Black, Frankie Cyanide, and Arya Black before a special guest performance by The Darling Divas hosted by Ryan Leckey! Enjoy a variety of drink specials at the Sun Patio Bar and indulge in incredible food by Curb Your Appetite, Jayy’s, and Kona Ice. Pride on the Sun Patio is free to attend and open to all ages!
Cocktails & Queens | The Cabaret Theatre| Saturday, June 8th| 8:00pm – 9:30pm
The drag kings and queens are ready to serve! Guests are invited to join Mohegan Sun for a Pride-filled night, with the finest drag performers in the country presenting the most fabulous drag show. Host Kenya Mone Heart will bring an extensive lineup of guest drag queens, headlined by Coco Montrese from RuPaul’s Drag Race and featuring Ivanna, Moxie Angel, and Xiomarie LaBeija!
Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend Cocktails & Queens. Tickets to Cocktails & Queens go on sale Friday, May 10th at 10:00am 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? Guests can show their Cocktails & Queens ticket at the door of Pride @ Night at Avalon Nightclub to skip the line and pay no cover!
PRIDE @ Night | Avalon Nightclub | Saturday, June 8th| 9:00pm – 2:00am
Keep the party going in Avalon Nightclub for PRIDE @ Night! Sip on delicious drinks and groove to the music of DJ Eazy, who will keep guests dancing to his energetic beats all night long. Guests can come witness this legendary nightclub scene, show off their true colors and shine with pride! All guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend PRIDE @ Night.
Drag Bingo Brunch Presented by Troupe429 | Sun Patio | Sunday, June 9th| 11:00am – 2:00pm
Guests can enjoy this exclusive drag brunch featuring live entertainment and a mouthwatering buffet at the Sun Patio! Brunch is hosted by Sienna Rose with special guests Arya Black, Moxie Angel and Mz. October May Lay from Troupe429! Feeling lucky? Guests can upgrade their brunch tickets to include a game of bingo with chances to win fab prizes! All admission includes one complimentary signature beverage. Free Red Bull will also be available to guests. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend. Tickets to Drag Bingo Brunch Presented by Toupe429 go on sale Friday, May 10th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
For more information about Pride Weekend 2024 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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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May 7, 2024 | Comedy, Entertainment, Special Events
Tickets on sale Friday, May 10th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 7, 2024) – Comedian Jim Jefferies has just announced 16 additional tour stops during his “Give ‘Em What They Want” tour including one night at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, December 7th for an 8:00pm show.
Tickets go on sale Friday, May 10th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Subject to availability, Comedy fans can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting on Saturday, May 11th.
The Sydney, Australia native is one of the most popular and respected comedians of his generation, entertaining audiences across the globe with his provocative, belief-challenging, and thought-provoking comedy. Jim was honored as “Stand-Up Comedian of the Year” at the Just for Laughs Festival in summer 2019.
Jim’s latest show, Give ‘Em What They Want Tour, started at the end of 2022 with dates all around Asia, Europe and North America. Jim’s tenth stand up special High & Dry came out on Netflix last year and he currently hosts his own podcast I Don’t Know About That with Jim Jefferies.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”. Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is consistently recognized among the top five venues in the United States, and also in 2021 was named “Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency during the pandemic. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been named the “World’s Best Casino Venue,” by Best of Hartford Magazine, and is a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards and G2E Las Vegas. 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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Apr 30, 2024 | Food & Beverage, Special Events, Sports
UFC 301 viewing to take place after the Kentucky Derby
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 30, 2024) – Horse racing fans are invited to head down to Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook on Saturday, May 4th to experience the 150th Kentucky Derby Party! Leading up to watching all the Kentucky Derby action on the largest video wall in the Northeast, attendees will be able to enjoy a day of delicious food and drinks, contests and much more! Anthony “The Big A” Stabile and Mike “Mut” Mutnansky are making their return to Mohegan Sun as the guest handicappers for the 150th Kentucky Derby Party. Additionally, guests are invited to stick around after the Kentucky Derby to catch all of the UFC 301 action!
Reservations to the 150th Kentucky Derby Party are required and will include access to a delectable buffet, two delicious Woodford Reserve drinks, an official Kentucky Derby Party T-Shirt, a complimentary mint julep glass, and a free Daily Racing program, which contains vital wagering info for all horses. Reservations begin at 10:00am and can be made by calling 860.862.9172.
It’s also time for guests to go all in with their outfit and compete in a Derby Hat and Best Dressed contest, where winners will receive bragging rights and free food! First place will receive $100 in Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook food and beverage credit, second place will receive $50 in food and beverage credit, and third place will receive $25 in food and beverage credit.
Don’t let the excitement end there. Guests can experience UFC 301 after the conclusion of the 150th Annual Kentucky Derby! Prelims begin at 8:00pm and the Main Card featuring a flyweight title bout between Alexandre Pantoja and Steve Erceg begins at 10:00pm. Reservations for UFC 301 can be made on the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook website.
The 11,000 square-foot Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook features mezzanine seating, 220+ luxury seats, a robust food & beverage menu, an immersive 140-foot wide high-def video wall, 30 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. All guests must be 21+ to enter Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook.
ABOUT MIKE “MUT” MUTNANSKY AND ANTHONY “THE BIG A” STABILE:
New England Sports Personality Mike “Mut” Mutnansky spent almost 20 years in Boston sports radio and television. Mut is an avid handicapper and race fan who has hosted Mohegan Racing Events for over a decade. He writes and talks about sports and racing at MutStack.com.
Anthony “The Big A” Stabile, who has spent the past 25 years talking and writing about horse racing, is the new voice of Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack. Stabile was the backup announcer on the New York Racing Association circuit for the last five years and is currently one of the track announcers at Yonkers Raceway. He has also called races at The Meadowlands and Freehold Raceway. During his time at NYRA, Stabile also co-hosted the Talking Horses handicapping show as well as America’s Day at the Races and Saratoga Live on the Fox Sports family of networks. He has been the virtual racetrack announcer at Mohegan Sun since 2003, and his handicapping and horseracing insights were heard on a variety of programs on Horse Racing Radio Network between 2014 and 2021.
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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Apr 30, 2024 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Meetings and Conventions, Special Events
Complimentary party also commemorates the opening of the fully renovated Sun Patio
UNCASVILE, CT (April 30, 2024) – Mohegan Sun is ready to start the summer off right with the 2nd Annual Summer Kick-Off on Saturday, May 25th! From 5:00pm – 9:00pm, guests can let loose at this epic, free bash with incredible vendors, delicious drink specials and delectable bites from food trucks like Hungry Lion, Newport Creamery and Farm to Sandwich. The Fake Experience is set to rock the brand-new Sun Patio Stage with fan favorite hits starting at 6:00pm. Plus, guests are invited to partake in a special beach ball drop at 7:30pm. The first 100 guests to attend the Summer Kick-Off will receive one free drink, courtesy of Red Bull! Seating by the firepits is available for guests on a first-come, first-served basis. All guests must be 21+ to attend the Summer Kick-Off.
Summer Kick-Off also marks the launch of the completely renovated Sun Patio. This decked-out, 36,000 square-foot outdoor space now features updated fire pits, cozy Adirondack chairs and grassy turf, adjacent to the Sun Patio Bar. Guests can dance into the breezy summer nights with live music at the Sun Patio Stage, complete with a new sound system for an optimal music experience. This open-air venue allows guests to soak in the warm weather at any time – whether they’re visiting for a special event or looking for a sunny place to sit back and relax. Over at the Sun Patio Bar, guests can enjoy six hi-definition screens (including two menu boards) and a full bar including six bartender stations while vibing to acoustic entertainment throughout the summer. The Sun Patio Bar is open Fridays from 5:00pm – 11:00pm, Saturdays from Noon – Midnight and Sundays from Noon – 9:00pm. In addition to serving as an entertainment space, the Sun Patio is bookable for private events and groups of up to 2,000 guests.
Want more fun in the sun? Guests are encouraged to check mohegansun.com/sunpatio for upcoming exciting functions at the Sun Patio, including favorites like Party on the Sun Patio, Sun Tequila Tasting and some brand-new events!
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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