Sep 30, 2019 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Live at Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, December 12th, Mariah Carey is Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of her Debut Christmas Album
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 30, 2019) – Today global singing and songwriting
icon, Mariah Carey, has announced an exclusive limited engagement holiday run with her All I Want For Christmas Is You Tour, presented by Hallmark Channel. This tour marks a special milestone in the legacy of Carey’s beloved album, Merry Christmas, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this holiday season. Mariah will bring an extravagant, festive outing that only she can deliver to Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, December 12th at 8:00pm. Her special can’t-miss shows will bring out the festive spirit in fans of all ages.
Tickets are $499.00, $299.00, $199.00, $129.50, $79.50. $59.50 and $49.50 and go on sale Friday, October 4th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, October 5th at 10:00am, subject to availability.
$1.00 from each ticket sold will benefit Toys for Tots, unwrapped toys will also be collected at each event for donation to Toys for Tots.
The All I Want For Christmas Is You Tour will be filled with Carey’s most recognizable hits, as well as the internationally celebrated music from Carey’s Merry Christmas album, re-releasing on November 1st, in recognition of the 25th anniversary (to the day!) of the album’s original release date. The 2-CD Deluxe Anniversary Edition for fans includes the original album, plus a bonus disc featuring previously unreleased live tracks from Mariah’s 1994 St. John The Divine Benefit Concert, rare remixes, a brand-new, festive rendition of the Sugar Plum Fairy and additional seasonal tracks. Various configurations include D2C products, 7” and 12” vinyl, cassette singles, CD and digital configurations. The original album and the ubiquitous “All I Want For Christmas Is You” were both recently certified 6x platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Pre-orders for the Deluxe Anniversary Edition are available here.
Mariah’s continued record-breaking achievements, celebrations and surprises are expected to escalate for the 2019 Holiday Season.
ABOUT MARIAH CAREY: Mariah Carey is the best-selling female artist of all time with more than 200 million albums sold to date and 18 Billboard Hot 100 #1 singles (17 self-penned), more than any solo artist in history. Mariah is a singer/songwriter/producer recognized with multiple Grammy Awards, numerous American Music Awards, Billboard‘s “Artist of the Decade” Award, Billboard’s “Icon Award,” the World Music Award for “World’s Best Selling Female Artist of the Millennium,” and BMI’s “Icon Award” for her outstanding achievements in songwriting, to name a few – with her distinct five-octave vocal range, prolific songwriting and producing talent, Mariah is truly the template of the modern Pop performance. Mariah’s ongoing impact has transcended the music industry to leave an indelible imprint upon the world at large. She made her entry into the world of independent film with her landmark performance in WiseGirls starring alongside Academy Award winner Mira Sorvino and Melora Walters. In 2009, Mariah was recognized with the “Breakthrough Performance” Award at the Palm Spring International Film Festival for her critically acclaimed role in Lee Daniels’ Precious. Mariah went on to appear in Daniels’ stellar ensemble piece “The Butler” (2013). A Congressional Award recipient, Mariah has generously donated her time and energy to a range of philanthropic causes near to her heart including Save the Music, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, World Hunger Relief, and the Elton John AIDS Foundation, among many others. A tremendous supporter of children’s charities, both domestic and international, Mariah founded Camp Mariah in partnership with the Fresh Air Fund, a retreat for inner city children to explore career development. Mariah is represented by Roc Nation, CAA and Imprint PR.
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL: Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 82 million homes. As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand. In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as Good Witch, When Calls the Heart and Chesapeake Shores; annual specials including Kitten Bowl and Hero Dog Awards; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, Home & Family. Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise. Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including Countdown to Christmas, Countdown to Valentine’s Day, Summer Nights, Fall Harvest and Winterfest. Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including The Golden Girls and Frasier.
ABOUT TOYS FOR TOTS: Toys for Tots, a 72-year national charitable program run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, provides happiness and hope to less fortunate children during each Christmas holiday season. The toys, books and other gifts collected and distributed by the Marines offer these children recognition, confidence and a positive memory for a lifetime. It is such experiences that help children become responsible citizens and caring members of their community. Last year the Marine Toys for Tots Program fulfilled the holiday hopes and dreams of 7 million less fortunate children in over 800 communities nationwide. Since 1947 over 258 million children have been assisted. The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is a not for profit organization authorized by the U.S. Marine Corps and the Department of Defense to provide fundraising and other necessary support for the annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. For more information, visit toysfortots.org.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is consistently ranked among the top three “Arenas in the World for its Size” and top 15 in the “World for All Size Venues.” The award – winning venue is 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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Sep 20, 2019 | Breaking News, General News, Travel & Leisure
The 2019 Awards were announced today, with Mohegan Sun finishing in the top five for three different casino categories
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 20, 2019) – In a Readers’ Choice contest that involved some of the most well-known casino & resorts in the United States, Mohegan Sun is proud to once again take home a 1st place ranking for “Best Casino Hotel” in the 2019 USA Today’s 10Best.com Readers’ Choice Awards. Mohegan Sun has now been named “Best Casino Hotel” in the 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in back-to-back years. Additional placements include 5th in both “Best Casino outside of Las Vegas” and “Best Player’s Club” (Momentum).
“At Mohegan Sun, we strive for excellence when it comes to guest satisfaction, hotel cleanliness, providing top-notch amenities and staying ahead of the curve throughout all of our incredible offerings, from gaming and entertainment to dining and nightlife, and so much more,” said Mohegan Sun President & General Manager, Ray Pineault. “All three recognitions are truly a testament to the hard work and dedication of our amazing team here in southeastern Connecticut.”
Nominees for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards were selected by a panel that includes editors from both USA Today & 10Best.com as well as relevant expert contributors. From there, readers voted over the span of four weeks on their top choices.
The first place hotel honor arrives on the heels of the recent launch of Aspire, Mohegan Sun’s high-end hotel experience on floors 31-36 of Sky Tower. The luxury upgrade includes private valet and check in, butler service, an in-room gift and access to the all-new luxury food & beverage space, entitled Thirty Three, equipped with blackjack tables, delicious food, flat-screen TVs for the big game and a sprawling view of the New England countryside from the 33rd level of Sky Tower.
Mohegan Sun’s 10,000-seat arena, Mohegan Sun Arena, which is home to both the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun and the National Lacrosse League’s New England Black Wolves, in addition to 100+ concerts yearly, was recently recognized with the “Arena of the Year” award at the 2019 Academy of Country Music Awards. Tom Cantone, Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment’s Senior Vice President of Sports & Entertainment, who oversees Mohegan Sun Arena, was also named to the 2019 VenuesNow inaugural All-Stars list, which recognizes 50 top executives who have made their mark in key areas of the entertainment industry and will continue to shape it in the coming years.
For more information on Mohegan Sun’s hotel & spa, visit Hotel, Spa & Golf and for Mohegan Sun’s upcoming events, comedy and entertainment, including the 8th Annual Sun Brewfest arriving on October 4th, visit Mohegan Sun Entertainment.
ABOUT 10BEST.COM: 10Best.com provides users with original, unbiased, and experiential travel content of top attractions, things to see and do, and restaurants for top destinations in the U.S. and around the world. The core of the site’s uniqueness is its team of local travel experts: a well-traveled and well-educated group who are not only experts in their fields – and their cities – but discriminating in their tastes. These local experts live in the city they write about so the content is constantly updated. 10Best.com averages 5 million visitors per month. It was acquired by USA TODAY in January of 2013.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 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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Jul 11, 2019 | Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events, Sports, Travel & Leisure
A fun-filled, all ages night-time golf event has kicked-off; Tickets are $10.00 and Children 13 and under are free
The 18-Hole Championship Golf Course at Mohegan Sun Golf Club 
(MSGC), which is one of Golfweek’s “Top 50 Casino Golf Courses,” and open to the public, is excited to announce the all new Cosmic Golf experience, where guests can swing under the stars. Every Friday in July & August, from 7:00pm – Midnight, Mohegan Sun Golf Club will offer rounds of mini-golf with glow in the dark balls and the opportunity to sharpen swings under a lighted driving range featuring targets. Plenty of picnic-style food and beverages will be on offered as well as exciting chances to win prizes through various contests as part of this family event.
Tickets for Cosmic Golf at Mohegan Sun Golf Club can be purchased right at the course and are $10.00 per adult and children 13 or younger are free.
“Cosmic Golf is a great opportunity for friends, family, couples and even players who can’t make it to the range during the day, to have a chance to enjoy some night time golf activities & great food at our beautiful course and facility in Baltic, CT,” said Phil Krick Jr., VP & General Manager of MSGC. “We’re really excited about this new unique offering at Mohegan Sun Golf Club.”
*Equipment will be provided, but guests can bring their own.
Mohegan Sun Golf Club, a 72-par course, is one of the premier golf destinations in the Northeast, with an incredible team that keeps an immaculate 156-acre course in top-shape. Upgrades to various holes have occurred since Mohegan Sun took ownership in 2007, of what was previously known as Pautipaug Country Club. Since that time, incredible tournaments of all types have been hosted by Mohegan Sun Golf Club, some of which that have brought the likes of Michael Jordan, Aaron Rodgers, Charles Barkley, Chris Paul, Joe Pesci, Ahmad Rashad, Larry Fitzgerald, Ray Allen and so many more!
MSGC’s clubhouse, stretching 20,000 square feet in total, was significantly updated in recent years, including enhancements to the Pautipaug Pub & Grille. The clubhouse also features a second floor banquet room, which can be customized for of range private parties & group events.
For more information on all things Mohegan Sun Golf Club, including Cosmic Golf, group event booking, The Golf Academy and upcoming tournaments, call 860.862.9660 or email Michel Painchaud at [email protected] . Tee times can be booked online at mohegansungolfclub.com.
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Jul 2, 2019 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Sports, Travel & Leisure
Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, made history with 
the sale of the last-built C7 Chevrolet Corvette (Lot #3001) and continued to fuel the hobby with a diverse docket of collector vehicles during the 4th Annual Northeast Auction, June 26-29, 2019, at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. Sales over the four-day event also continued to point to the growing popularity of Resto-Mods and late model performance vehicles. The rise in popularity of Japanese collector cars was also highlighted when a 1997 Toyota Supra Anniversary Edition (Lot #711) sold for a record $176,000, making it one of the top ten vehicles sold. Among the top ten vehicles sold during this year’s Northeast Auction, six set new auction records.
In total, 545 vehicles sold for over $21.8 million with a 100 percent sell-through rate, while 470 pieces of automobilia brought in $766,000, and more than $2.8 million was raised through the sale of three charity vehicles, bringing the total auction sales to more than $24 million.
“We’re so appreciative of all our guests, sponsors and exhibitors who contributed to this auction and made it such an extraordinary event,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Thanks to everyone’s participation and efforts, we hit incredible milestones as we wrote new pages in automotive history. Chief among those was a new charity auction record set by the last-built C7 Corvette. This special moment closed an era for Corvette and also raised critical support for our nation’s heroes. We built so much momentum this year in Scottsdale, Palm Beach and the Northeast that we can’t wait to top it off in Las Vegas this October.”
The top vehicles sold during the 2019 Northeast Auction included:
1. Last-Built 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (Lot #3001) – $2.7 million (charity vehicle)
2. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster (Lot #671) – $280,500
3. 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Yenko/SC Stage II Convertible Serial #1 (Lot #663) – $258,500*
4. 1954 Buick Special Custom Coupe “G54″ (Lot #694) – $220,000*
5. 1969 Ford Bronco Custom SUV (Lot #669) – $203,500*
6. 1967 Ford Mustang Eleanor Tribute Edition (Lot #665) – $187,000
7. 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Custom 6X6 (Lot #654) – $181,500*
8. 1997 Toyota Supra Anniversary Edition (Lot #711) – $176,000*
9. 2017 Dodge Viper GTC ACR (Lot #664) – $172,700
10. 2014 Ferrari California Convertible (Lot #673) – $170,500*
11. 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda Resto-Mod (Lot #685) – $165,000
12. 1967 Ford Shelby GT500 (Lot #667) – $165,000
Vehicles from the Vault Portfolio and David Maxwell Collection, crossed the block during this year’s Northeast Auction. A total of 47 collector cars from the Vault Portfolio are being sold at No Reserve during three Barrett-Jackson events, including the 2019 Northeast and Las Vegas Auctions, as well as the 2020 Scottsdale Auction. Eight vehicles from the Maxwell Collection also sold during this year’s Northeast Auction, including a 1971 Plymouth Cuda Resto-Mod (Lot #685), which hammered in at $165,000 and is among the top vehicles sold during the auction.
“Collector cars are the heart and soul of everything we do,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “But we’ve gone a step further to create an immersive lifestyle experience around the auction that’s unmatched in this great hobby. We offered terrific symposiums led by top automotive experts and hands-on exhibits. For the first time since its introduction, Ford offered select rides to the public in the adrenaline-pumping Ford GT supercar. Only at Barrett-Jackson can you drive home the car of your dreams, rub shoulders with industry legends and make memories that will last a lifetime.”
On Friday, the last-built seventh-generation (C7) Chevrolet Corvette made history when Dan Snyder of Dan Snyder Motorsports purchased it for $2.7 million – a new Barrett-Jackson charity sale record by an automaker-donated vehicle. The entire amount raised from the sale of the Corvette benefited the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s Smart Home Program. Mr. Snyder also bought the last-production models of the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon (Lot #3002.1) and 2017 Dodge Viper (Lot #3002) at the 2018 Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction. To date, Barrett-Jackson has raised over $118 million for charity. Two other vehicles crossed the block to benefit charity during the Northeast Auction:
• 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 (Lot #3000) – $30,000 benefiting the Automotive Technology Academy of the New York-based Rockland BOCES
• 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Custom SUV (Lot #3002) – $85,000 benefiting NS2 Serves
Barrett-Jackson’s Automobilia Auction featured over 470 authentic pieces, including items from the Terry Brannigan and Cedarmore Collections. Rounding out the top five automobilia items sold during the Northeast Auction were:
1. 1950s Chevrolet-Oldsmobile Porcelain with Neon Sign (Lot #8294) – $23,000
2. 1928 Texaco Gasoline Visible Gas Pump (Lot #8282) – $18,400
3. 1954 Mobil Oil Pegasus Animated Porcelain Neon Sign (Lot #7298) – $17,250
4. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette Kiddie Car (Lot #8267) – $17,250
5. Late 1950s Mobil Oil Porcelain with Neon Sign (Lot #7294) – $16,100
For more information on becoming a bidder or to consign a vehicle for the 2019 Las Vegas Auction, visit Barrett-Jackson.com.
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ABOUT THE BARRETT-JACKSON AUCTION COMPANY
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions®, is the leader in collector car and automotive lifestyle events, which include authentic automobilia auctions and the sale of high-profile estates and private collections. The company produces auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut; and Las Vegas, Nevada. With broadcast partners MotorTrend (formerly Velocity) and Discovery Channel, Barrett-Jackson features extensive live television coverage, including broadcasts in over 150 countries internationally. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit Barrett-Jackson.com or call 480-421-6694.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun’s attention to detail not only for its guests but for their staff of over 6,000 employees has earned the Great Place To Work certification in 2019. 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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Jun 26, 2019 | Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Sports, Travel & Leisure
All are welcome to this community event. Fans are asked to bring their own cameras or smartphones for photos.
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 26, 2019) – This Friday, June 28th, fans will have the chance to take photos with the 2018 World Series Championship trophy at Mohegan Sun. This #PTSDAwarenessMonth, Home Base, a Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital Program is teaming up with the Boston Red Sox to raise awareness of the invisible wounds of war affecting our Veterans, Service Members, and military-connected families; and the work being done at Home Base to provide care and support to our military community.
The trophy will be on display in The Shops at Mohegan Sun from 10:30am – 1:30pm.
Come out to meet the Home Base team, take photos with the World Series Trophy, and enter an exclusive raffle to celebrate baseball season:
- 4 tickets to the July 27th Red Sox v. Yankees game at Fenway Park
- 4 Green Monster Red Sox tickets to a future agreed upon date this baseball season
- David Ortiz Jersey
- 3 Replica World Series rings
- Autographed baseball from Red Sox legend Tim Wakefield
Proceeds from the raffle and silent auction will directly benefit Home Base and support the life-saving programs available to Veterans of all eras, Service Members and their Families.
Barrett-Jackson has also donated 250 tickets* for Veterans, Service members, and military-connected families to attend Friday’s collector car auction at Mohegan Sun for free. These tickets will be available for pick up at the Home Base table in The Shops concourse course starting at 9:00am on Friday, June 28th on a first come, first served basis. (*limit to 4 tickets per person)
Media are invited to cover the World Series Trophy visit at Mohegan Sun.
WHEN: Friday, June 28, 2019
10:30am – 1:00pm
WHERE: The Shops at Mohegan Sun
1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard
Uncasville, CT 06382
WHY: June is National PTSD Awareness Month. The Boston Red Sox and their charity partner, Home Base, a Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital Program, will bring the 2018 Red Sox World Series Trophy to Mohegan Sun to raise awareness of the life-saving work being done at Home Base to provide care and support to our military community impacted by the invisible wounds such as post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury.
ABOUT HOME BASE: Home Base, a Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital Program, is dedicated to healing the invisible wounds for Veterans of all eras, Service Members, Military Families and Families of the Fallen through world-class clinical care, wellness, education and research. As a National Center of Excellence, Home Base operates the first and largest private-sector clinic in the nation devoted to providing life-saving clinical care and support for the treatment of the invisible wounds to include post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, anxiety, depression, co-occurring substance use disorder, family relationship challenges and other issues associated with military service. Since its inception, Home Base has provided care and support to more than 21,000 Veterans and family members and trained more than 73,000 clinicians, educators, first responders and community members – all at no cost – ensuring a brighter future for the 21st century warrior and military family. Headquartered in the Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston, MA with a satellite location in Southwest Florida, Home Base is a nonprofit organization that operates on predominantly on the philanthropic generosity of a grateful nation; federal, state and local funding; foundation grants; and donations from individuals and corporations. For more information please visit www.homebase.org.
ABOUT THE BARRETT-JACKSON AUCTION COMPANY: Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions®, is the leader in collector car and automotive lifestyle events, which include authentic automobilia auctions and the sale of high-profile estates and private collections. The company produces auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut; and Las Vegas, Nevada. With broadcast partners MotorTrend (formerly Velocity) and Discovery Channel, Barrett-Jackson features extensive live television coverage, including broadcasts in over 150 countries internationally. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.Barrett-Jackson.com or call 480-421-6694.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 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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Jun 24, 2019 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Shopping, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Feel the heat all summer long with electrifying entertainment, new nightlife venues, cash giveaways, and more
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 24, 2019) – Mohegan Sun’s Hot Summer Fun is back and better than ever. Guests can enjoy some sweet daily deals, special events across property, and electrifying entertainment all summer long. Nightlife at Mohegan Sun is also kicking things up a notch with novelle, Comix Roadhouse, and GAME ON making their Hot Summer Fun debut.
HOT SUMMER FUN DAILY GIVEAWAYS
Momentum members won’t want to miss these daily giveaways! Prizes range from Free Slot Play to Momentum Dollars and up to $1,000,000 cash.
On More Money Mondays, Momentum members can enter to win their share of $10,000 cash by playing their favorite slots, table games or stadium games. Starting July 1st, four Momentum members are randomly selected between 10:00am – 7:00pm to win $2,500 – $1,000 on the spot and the remaining $1,500 the next day. All winners must be present with valid ID to collect the prizes.
Plink-It Play Tuesdays give Momentum members another shot at some cold hard cash. Every Tuesday starting July 2nd, one Momentum member is selected at the top of the hour from Noon – 7:00pm to play Plink – It for their chance to win up to $1,000,000. To be eligible, guests can use their Momentum card while playing their favorite slots, table games, and stadium games during the Plink-It promotional hours of Noon-7:00pm. Once a guest is selected, they will have the opportunity to drop nine balls, one at a time, into the top of the Plink-It board. Prizes are based on where the balls land, and vary from Free Slot Play to up to $1,000,000 cash! Winners must be present to participate.
Guests can boost their excitement on More Momentum Wednesdays. Starting July 3rd, Momentum members double Momentum Dollars when playing any slot machine from 6:00am – Midnight. With the status point booster, Momentum members who play table games, stadium gaming or wager in the Race Book earn 50% more in Status Points. Bring a friend to sign up for a new Momentum membership and both members receive $10.00 in Free Slot Play. Players can also earn $10.00 for every $50.00 downloaded onto select slot machines using their Play+ Discover Card. Guests who have a Play+ Discover card can also receive 5% off select purchases. Momentum members can sit back and enjoy the ride to all Hot Summer Fun events with buy one, get one free bus vouchers (visit Bus Marketing for official rules, offer does not apply to Greyhound or Asian Bus Lines).
Deal-icious Thursdays starts July 4th and brings dining specials to some guest favorites across property. At Seasons Buffet, guests can enjoy two lunches for $35.00 from 11:00am – 5:00pm. Dinner for two is $45.00 and runs from 5:00pm – close. Over at Todd English’s Tuscany, guests can devour two Tuscan Tables from 11:30am – 3:00pm for $40.00. Guests who dine with SolToro can try the High Roller Margarita – Don Julio Real, Grand Marnier Centenaire, agave and fresh squeezed lime juice for $75.00. Or, try the Baby High Roller – Casamigos Reposado, Grand Marnier, agave and fresh squeezed lime juice for $20.00. Anyone looking for a sweet treat can stop by Ben & Jerry’s for buy one, get one free smoothies, or Krispy Kreme Doughnuts where they can receive one dozen original glaze donuts for free with the purchase of one dozen assorted doughnuts.
Retail options like Yankee Candle, Galina’s, Clay Pipe, and Mohegan Sun Essential Stores and more are also helping guests shop till they drop! For a full list of dining and shopping participants, visit mohegansun.com.
Free & Fun Fridays give guests the chance to collect all 9 limited edition Hot Summer Fun t-shirts. Starting at 9:00am on July 5th, free t-shirts will be given out each week to the first 2,000 Momentum members at the Play+ Event Center, located next to Hash House A Go Go in Casino of the Earth.
It wouldn’t be a Friday during Hot Summer Fun without Party on the Rooftop. The 21+ weekly party takes place on top of the Riverview Garage rain or shine and features drink specials, fire pits, table games, slot machines, cornhole games, and the best tribute bands. Seating is available on a first come, first serve basis, but guests are able to bring their own chairs. Guests can also reserve VIP seating, which includes six complimentary cocktails and cocktail service, seating for six, a firepit, and reserved parking near the event. For availability and pricing, call 860.862.4728. And the fun doesn’t stop there. Guests who show their Party on the Rooftop wristband while signing up for a new Momentum account automatically receive $25.00 in Free Slot Play.
Worth-the-Wait Weekends bring the best nightlife to the East Coast. Mohegan Sun has some exciting new nightlife options sure to make a summer to remember. The newest addition, novelle, is a unique, high energy lounge complete with dining, nightlife, table games, roulette, and more. The deluxe space has already been visited by Pentatonix, Method Man & the Wu Tang Clan, Khloe Kardashian, Ciara, Ludacris, DJ Cassidy, Juice WRLD, and more – and they’re just getting warmed up. novelle is located next to SolToro in Casino of the Sky.
Comix Roadhouse has remixed Mohegan Sun’s infamous comedy club with some Texas charm. In addition to comedy shows, Comix Roadhouse features regular live entertainment, line dancing, karaoke, Texas-style food, and a full bar including 30 craft beers on tap. The bravest guests can also test their strength on the mechanical bull.
GAME ON brings 23,000 square feet of fun to the Earth Expo & Convention Center. The interactive restaurant and bar will feature an eight-lane bowling alley, hi-definition TVs, karaoke, ping pong tables, and more. This is the perfect venue to host events for large groups!
Clay Pipe & Cigar Bar was made for the cigar aficionado. With over 200 fine cigars to choose from, Clay Pipe is an upscale cigar bar and lounge in a sophisticated and relaxed atmosphere complete with finely crafted private humidors for a heightened experience. Clay Pipe & Cigar Bar is located in Casino of the Sky, right across from Arena Club.
Other popular nightlife options include VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock, Avalon Nightclub, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, SolToro and more.
In addition to the daily giveaways, guests can score some sweet prizes during Hot Summer Fun Giveaways! The Road to Everywhere Giveaway will let Momentum members satisfy their wanderlust with a 2019 Jayco Eagle HT Travel Trailer from Pete’s RV Center, located in South Windsor, CT. To enter, guests will have to swipe their Momentum card at any promotional kiosk. Entry swipes can result in Free Slot Play, Momentum Dollars, or entries into the grand prize drawing on Friday, August 30th at 7:00pm. Guests can double their entries by swiping their Momentum card at any kiosk the day of the grand prize drawing between 6:00am – 4:00pm.
On Saturday, July 6th, the first 1,000 Momentum members who visit the Play+ Event Center (located next to Hash House A Go Go in Casino of the Earth) will receive a free Hot Summer Fun seat cushion.
Mohegan Sun’s own Connecticut Sun is hooking one special fan up with the ultimate package. The Super Sun Fan Giveaway includes an overnight stay at Mohegan Sun on August 23rd, a VIP game experience on August 25th and August 27th that includes courtside seats, roundtrip airfare, overnight accommodations, a $200 food and beverage credit, and a meet-and-greet with two players of choice. Guests can enter to win at any promotional kiosk from July 29th – August 4th.
SPECIAL EVENTS
The 4th Annual Barrett – Jackson Northeast Auction, the world’s greatest collector in car auctions, is back with hundreds of collector vehicles and over 145 pieces of authentic collector automobilia. From Wednesday, June 26th – Saturday, June 29th guests can enjoy a variety of fun across property. Car displays, sponsors, exhibitors, food and drink options and more take place in the Earth Expo & Convention Center. Thrill rides on a 110,000 square-foot track with a professional driver in the Winter Lot are sure to feed a need for speed. The main auction all goes down in Mohegan Sun Arena, where supreme cars like last production C7 Corvette are set to cross the auction block. Barrett-Jackson is featuring a Family Preview Day on Wednesday, June 26th, where guests of all ages can get an exclusive look at the TechForce STEM center, an exhibition featuring hands-on activities to allow students to better understand automotive technology through the applications of science, technology, engineering and math.
The American Cornhole League (ACL) is hosting the 2019 Johnsonville Cornhole Championship and 2019 American Cornhole League Pro Invitation at the Earth Expo Center from Wednesday, July 3rd – Saturday, July 6th. ACL is set to give out over $30,000 in cash payouts. Select events throughout the long weekend will be broadcasted live in ESPN 2 and ESPN 3. Entry is open to the public and on a first come, first serve basis.
Connecticut’s #1 comic book convention, Terrificon, comes to the Earth Expo & Convention Center from Friday, August 9th – Sunday, August 11th. The weekend long event features the best in shopping for comic books, artwork, Pop culture memorabilia, and gaming goods. Guests are encouraged to cosplay and partake in after-con activities!
Guests can spend Labor Day Weekend indulging in the best food truck cuisine at the 4th Annual New England Food Truck Festival. On Saturday, August 31st and Sunday, September 1st, over 30 food trucks will take over the Winter Parking Lot, rain or shine. Guests can also enjoy live music from our headliner Muscadine Bloodline, entertainment for kids, face painting, field games, and more. Saturday night ends with an electrifying fireworks show.
ENTERTAINMENT
Mohegan Sun’s summer entertainment line-up is bringing the best in the business! Acts like New Kids on the Block, Little Big Town, Phish, Shawn Mendes, the Jonas Brothers, and more heat up Mohegan Sun Arena. The Wolf Den features up and comers, Classic Rock stars and everything in-between. Guests can also check out the Connecticut Sun as they maintain their status as #1 in the WBNA with home games in Mohegan Sun Arena all summer.
For more information about Hot Summer Fun, and other exciting upcoming events, visit mohegansun.com
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 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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