Apr 14, 2022 | Breaking News, Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Travel & Leisure
Major Refreshes to Sachem Lounge and the Summer Entrance are also beginning soon
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 14, 2022) – $15 million will be
invested on various projects that are now underway and planned at Mohegan Sun and Mohegan Sun Golf Club. By the end of this year, a new 6,500 square-foot VIP Lounge & Bar in Casino of the Earth will open and major renovations to Mohegan Sun’s two most luxurious suites (The Royal Suites) will be completed. Over the stretch of 3-years, significant course improvements will also take place at the award-winning Mohegan Sun Golf Club. Additionally, key updates to Sachem Lounge and the outdoor patio at Summer Entrance will soon begin.
With the aim of launching by late fall of this year, Mohegan Sun has started work on a new VIP Lounge & Bar to be located in Casino of the Earth. World-class architects and longtime Mohegan Sun partners, Rockwell Group, are contracted for this new venue that will stretch 6,500 square-feet and feature dining, a full bar and an alluring fireplace at the center of the venue. Rockwell Group is also working with the Mohegan Tribal cultural department to incorporate Mohegan influenced designs and elements through this new space, located next to BALLO Italian Kitchen & Bar. When complete, the VIP Lounge & Bar will offer a dramatic and elegant atmosphere, creating the backdrop for the perfect night out for Mohegan Sun’s Momentum VIP members. An additional food & beverage offering in Casino of the Earth will also be developed, with more information to be announced soon.
Upon completion of this new Lounge & Bar in Casino of the Earth, Mohegan Sun’s Sachem Lounge will also begin work on a renovation that will refresh and liven up this luxury food & beverage area inside Casino of the Sky.
A full revamp is also underway inside the Royal Suites, which are the two largest and most spectacular suites at the heights of Mohegan Sun’s Sky Tower. More than $3 million will be invested on these renovations that will undergo an extensive Fire & Water themed makeover. Both suites will be distinctively different to provide two unique luxury hotel experiences. Royal Suites at Mohegan Sun are 3,500 square-feet and home to two master bedrooms, two Jacuzzis, butler service, a large circular living room, panoramic views of the Thames River and more.
Major improvements are also coming to Mohegan Sun Golf Club (MSGC), the 18-hole Mohegan-owned championship golf course located in Baltic, CT and originally designed by the renowned Geoffrey Cornish. A 3-year multi-phase renovation will implement various redesigns and improvements across the course. More than $1 million is also being spent on brand-new John Deere turf equipment, which along with the course renovations, will improve efficiencies on maintenance and labor. Phase 1 is currently focused on eliminating select bunkers, improving dozens more and engaging in selective tree removal to help preserve the integrity of cart paths and improve turf coverage and quality. Replacement trees will also be planted to create more strategic division amongst holes and to sustain the natural beauty of one of the most scenic and enjoyable courses in all of New England. An overarching goal of these renovations is to improve both pace-of-play and the overall golfing experience for all levels of play. Mohegan Sun Golf Club opens for the season on Friday, April 15th.
Furthermore, the partially covered patio outside at Mohegan Sun’s Summer Entrance, where tribute bands are booked throughout the summer as part of Hot Summer Fun, will undergo key upgrades this year and into 2023. Highlights of this project include the additions of a permanent outdoor bar, a deck, a music stage and a re-designed area dedicated to activities and lawn games.
Mohegan Sun will also soon announce exciting new additions to its lineup of restaurants, which currently consists of more than 40 offerings, including the popular TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge which opened last year.
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 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 7, 2022 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Food & Beverage, General News, Travel & Leisure
Finger-licking festival returns June 11th & 12th, rain or shine
Uncasville, CT (April 7, 2022) – Mohegan Sun’s BBQ Fest is back and bigger than ever to celebrate the unofficial start of summer with award winning ribs, chicken, brisket, pulled pork and other succulent delicacies at the 9th Annual Sun BBQ Fest. This is a 2-day BBQ LOVER’S DREAM EVENT! On Saturday, June 11th and Sunday, June 12th – join the celebration of the best in barbecue with tons of food, cold beer, cocktails and live music. We invite guests to enjoy full plate vending from nationally acclaimed BBQ teams, sample small bites in our “People’s Choice Competition”, or participate in our annual Wing & Rib competition. Sun BBQ Fest also features a World Food Championship sanctioned barbecue competition with teams that compete all over the country. During the last hour of the event stick around to celebrate, over $25,000 will be given out in prize money!
We’re upping the ante this year with outdoor activities for your friends and family. Get your protein fix with delicious BBQ and sweet treats, then burn some calories all weekend at Big Dog’s Axe Throwing. If you’re feeling competitive, get a team together for the Wicked Cornhole Tournament on Sunday from Noon-4:00pm! Entry fee is $20 per team. Visit SUNBBQFEST.com to learn how to register early. Walk-ups are based on availability. The tournament team that wins will receive a free hotel stay as well as (2) tickets to a show at the world-class Mohegan Sun Arena! (for available dates)!
Tickets to the Sun BBQ Festival are $8.00 per day or $10.00 for the whole weekend and are on sale now through Ticketmaster and at Mohegan Sun Box Office. Kids ages six and under receive free admission.
Grab a seat at a picnic table and learn from leading BBQ Chefs, including Mike Puma from Gotham Burger Social Club and more. If you are interested in viewing the BBQ judging, Mohegan Sun is pulling back the curtain for guests to view select judging times throughout the weekend. Seating is limited. Mohegan Digital is also bringing the heat this summer, promoting their online casino app with more exciting giveaways and the Temperature Rising Game Show! There’s more! Now offering private fire pit rentals available for groups of 6-8 guests. This is a 21+experience. No underage admission is allowed within this seating area. Visit SUNBBQFEST.com for more information and live updates.
Ribs & Wings Galore
Guests can feast throughout the day by participating in the People’s Choice Contest. Participating World Food Championship teams will offer $2.00 BBQ samples all weekend long, and guests can vote for the best in show. Voting will be open from Saturday at 11:00am until Sunday at 3:00pm and the winners will be announced on Sunday at 4:00pm.
In addition to the People’s Choice competition, guests can indulge at the Rib and Wing Challenges. All participating WFC Team competitors will be given racks of ribs and loads of chicken wings to prepare in any flavor they wish. For $1 each, guests can taste any ribs or wings and help determine who reigns supreme. Winners will be announced during Sundays Awards Ceremony at 4:00pm, and a portion of the proceeds from both competitions benefit Operation BBQ Relief, an organization dedicated to providing meals to disaster-stricken communities across the U.S. The Rib Challenge Tent is open to guests on Saturday from Noon – 2:30pm, and the Wing Challenge Tent is open on Saturday from 6:00pm – 8:30pm.
Sun BBQ Fest wouldn’t be complete without entertainment!
All weekend long guests can pair their favorite slice of BBQ with great live entertainment including an upbeat set from DJ E@ZY kicking off the day at 11:30am, and the soulful sounds of local favorite Davey Blues. Blues hits the BBQ Fest stage Saturday at 3pm with the smoothest melodies guaranteed to have you on your feet. End Saturday night with a bang! An eye-popping firework show starts at 9:15pm. Sunday, live music will be provided on the Main Stage to keep the party rolling.
Updates on live music entertainment will be available prior to the event. To stay up to date on all things Sun BBQ Fest, visit SUNBBQFEST.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 90 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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Mar 25, 2022 | Community Relations, General News, Travel & Leisure
Enjoy a complimentary Mimosa, Bellini, and Bloody Mary bar!
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 25, 2022) – Make Mother’s Day perfect for the mom in your life at Mohegan Sun! There will be plenty of mouthwatering dining options for the Mother’s Day Brunch taking place on Sunday, May 8th at 11:00am inside Mohegan Sun’s Uncas Ballroom.
Tickets for this extravagant brunch buffet are $55 for adults, $30 for guests under 21, and $10 for guests ages 3-8. Guests ages 2 and under are free. Adult ticket includes access to the complimentary Mimosa, Bellini and Bloody Mary bar. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Dive into the buffet with starters featuring spring’s delightful produce: An Elaborate Antipasto and Vegetable Display; Garden Salad with Assorted Dressings; and Fruit Salad.
Load your plate with scrumptious breakfast favorites like Buttermilk Pancakes with Maple Syrup; Crispy Bacon and Turkey Sausage; Scrambled Eggs; and Cold Overnight Oats.
The stars of the brunch–besides Mom–include a Smoked Salmon Platter; Baked Cod with Lemon Beurre Blanc; Sliced Sirloin with Onions and Peppers with Demi-Glace; and Farfalle with Roasted Tomatoes, Yellow Peppers, and Asparagus with White Wine Garlic Sauce.
For those with an insatiable sweet tooth, there will be more than enough tasty sweets at the Dessert Buffet to satisfy all cravings. Enjoy Blondie Bars; Salted Caramel Mousse; Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta; Assorted Pie Slices; and Sugar or Gluten-Free selections as well.
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 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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Jan 27, 2022 | Breaking News, Food & Beverage, General News, Travel & Leisure
Guests unable to make it to Mohegan Sun on Saturday due to inclement weather are welcomed to either use their ticket for Friday evening’s Grand Tasting Preview or receive a refund at point of purchase
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 27th, 2022) – The 18th Annual Sun Wine & Food
Fest (SWFF) at Mohegan Sun kicks off this evening and runs through Sunday, January 30th. The Grand Tasting, from 1:00pm – 5:00pm on Saturday, January 29th, will take place as planned and tickets are still available HERE. Should current ticket holders be unable to attend the Grand Tasting or any other Saturday SWFF event due to the impending weather, Mohegan Sun will offer refunds at point of purchase. Additionally, any guests who have Saturday Grand Tasting tickets that would like to attend the Grand Tasting Preview event inside Earth Expo Center from 8:00pm – 10:00pm on Friday, January 28th, are welcomed to do so.
“We understand that parts of our region will be impacted by the impending weather, so we wanted to make sure to provide the opportunity for our Sun Wine & Food Fest guests to plan accordingly for our major event this Saturday,” –said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “Whether it’s utilizing your Saturday tickets for Friday evening, or inquiring about a refund, we’re happy to assist.”
*Guests who utilize their Saturday Grand Tasting tickets to enjoy Friday evening’s Grand Tasting Preview are still welcomed to use the same ticket for the Grand Tasting.
The Sun Wine & Food Fest, which is Mohegan Sun’s signature food and wine event, brings the likes of Rocco DiSpirito, Robert Irvine, Aarón Sánchez, Adam Young, JJ Johnson, Tom Sandoval, Tom Schwartz and so many more well-known personalities to Mohegan Sun for a multi-day festival. For the full schedule of Sun Wine & Food Fest 2022, visit mohegansun.com/swff
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 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.
Dec 3, 2021 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
The Holiday spirit is in full swing as well, with a life-size Gingerbread house, incredible holiday concerts, a Free Winter Wonderland Escape Room and an all-new digital Mohegan Sun gift
Mohegan Sun is
inviting guests to welcome in 2022 in style, as the Uncas Ballroom rolls out the “Party into the New Year,” celebration from 10:30pm – 1:00am, equipped with an open bar, DJ V Tech setting the tone for the dance floor, a Midnight champagne toast and a breakfast buffet! Both the award-winning Mohegan Sun Arena and Wolf Den will also feature can’t-miss NYE performances. Leading up to this spectacular night, Mohegan Sun is also once again in the full holiday spirit, featuring Chef Lynn’s life-size Gingerbread House, the Free Winter Wonderland & Santa’s Workshop Escape Room and an all-new simplified way to send Mohegan Sun gift cards to loved ones.
Tickets for the 21+ Party into the New Year celebration inside Uncas Ballroom on Friday, December 31st are $125.00 in advance and $150.00 for day-of purchases. Advance tickets are available now through December 30th via Ticketmaster and at the Mohegan Sun Box Office. This NYE bash will bring electrifying music and an all-around good time, with music provided by DJ V Tech, based out of Las Vegas. Night-of event tickets will be available and club-style attire is required.
Available through mohegansun.com, launched this holiday season is the first-ever digital Mohegan Sun gift card. Powered by eGIFTIFY, these new online gift-cards can be purchased directly via mohegansun.com/giftcards and used towards shopping, dining, entertainment, Mohegan Sun’s world-class hotel, Mandara Spa, Mohegan Sun Golf Club, Mohegan Sun’s Mobil Gas Station and more. Digital gift cards are able to be sent to recipients by email, SMS, Facebook or by printing off a copy. Traditional gift cards are also available at Mohegan Sun (and online) this holiday season and throughout the year. Gift cards cannot be used towards gaming. More information is available by calling 1.888.MOHEGAN
The Beach Boys: Holiday Harmonies also takes center stage this New Year’s Eve at Mohegan Sun. Fans can close out the year right with Mike Love and The Beach Boys as they celebrate the season with a mix of holiday classics from the band’s Christmas album and more. Join the iconic band for a show to remember at 8:00pm on December 31st at Mohegan Sun Arena. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
The famous Boogie Wonder Band also returns to the Wolf Den for another NYE performance, taking fans back in time to the 70s & 80s. This 10-piece band will play Funk grooves and Disco-strutting jams in the Wolf Den, for two free shows at 8:00pm and 11:00pm on Friday, December 31st. Seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis and guests may line up no sooner than three hours before the show. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to enter the Wolf Den.
Now through January 9th, Mohegan Sun guests can travel through the Free Winter Wonderland & Santa’s Workshop Escape Room, located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun across from Todd English’s Tuscany. To gain entry, a group must have someone 21+ download and sign up for the real money online casino experience through the all-new real money MoheganSunCasino.com apps (Android + iOS), home to hundreds of slots, table games, video poker and more. In the Winter Wonderland Maze, guests will find a Christmas tree farm photo vignette, an ugly holiday sweater vignette, a classic 1950’s living room and a Candy Cane swing scene. Families can save their money on Santa and holiday card photos this year too, as the Free Winter Wonderland at Mohegan Sun offers various holiday vignette photo ops, as well as photos with Santa himself! Hours of operation and more information is available HERE.
Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House will also be featuring music by DJ Cribb on New Year’s Eve, as well as hosting a champagne toast, party favors and more. The festivities at Lansdowne begin at 9:00pm, and cover starts at $30.00. VIP reservations can be made by emailing [email protected].
For the full lineup of events, including entertainment at Comix Roadhouse, novelle and more, visit mohegansun.com/NYE
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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Oct 26, 2021 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News, Travel & Leisure
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Mohegan Sun’s blow-out weekend kicked-off on Thursday, October 21st when Pop Superstar Harry Styles played to a rousing sell-out Mohegan Sun Arena crowd. This was followed Friday evening by Country superstar, Blake Shelton – who also rocked to a sell-out Arena crowd. Saturday was capped off by another incredible performance by Styles, and a star-studded VIP affair inside the new TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge at Mohegan Sun
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 25, 2021) – The stars came out to Mohegan Sun as a special
25th Anniversary weekend wrapped up on Saturday, October 23rd. Harry Styles put on an incredible performances in the award-winning 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena on both October 21st and October 23rd, and Blake Shelton also brought the house down on Friday, October 22nd. Run DMC played an epic first-time performance in the legendary 325-seat Wolf Den as well, which was Mohegan Sun’s very first music venue that opened in 1996. A late night VIP 25th Anniversary After-party occurred in the new TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge following the Harry Styles concert on Saturday, which saw the likes of Mario Lopez, Serena & Joe from ABC’s Bachelor in Paradise, Melissa & Joe Gorga, recording artist Teyana Taylor and many more walk a special Red Carpet before entering the TAO After-party.
*To view and download a photo gallery from the full weekend of events, please visit mohegansun.com/PR25
The 25th Anniversary celebration inside TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge also hosted a special
performance by Madison Beer and was DJ’d by the popular DJ Ruckus. Other celebrity guests included Jason Tartick from The Bachelorette and Margaret Josephs and Dolores Catania of Bravo’s Real Housewives of NJ.
The performances inside Mohegan Sun Arena set the tone for what was one of the most exciting and star-studded weekends in Mohegan Sun’s history. The October 21st Harry Styles show was the first time Styles played Mohegan Sun as a solo artist and RUN DMC’s Wolf Den concert was the first time this legendary hip-hop group played at Mohegan Sun. In 2016, LL Cool J also played the Wolf Den as part of Mohegan Sun’s 20th Anniversary.
Since Mohegan Sun Arena launched in 2001, it has hosted more than 13.5 million guests and has hosted various historic events, including Michael Jordan playing with the Wizards in a pre-season game in the fall of 2001
, and the Fight of the Century, where on May 18th, 2002, Micky Ward defeated the late Arturo Gatti in the first battle of what would be an all-time boxing trilogy.
During Mohegan Sun’s 25-year history as the East Coast’s premier integrated resort destination, the resort has grossed more than $27 billion and attracted 9 million guests per year. The latest additions to Mohegan Sun include a world-class dining experience at TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge, located in the Sky Tower Lobby, and the all-new Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook at Bow & Arrow Sportsbar! Online casino games just recently launched as well through MoheganSunCasino.com (+ iOS and Android apps) in mid-October. Sports wagering, both at the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook on-site at Bow & Arrow Sportsbar, and online through a partnership with America’s #1 Sportsbook, FanDuel, also launched this fall.
Mohegan Sun’s award-winning online TV series returned this month as well, (BackofHouse.TV) giving viewers a glimpse behind the scenes of the historic opening of Mohegan Sun Casino at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, how Mohegan Sun Arena pulled off the massive NCAA “Bubbleville,” Basketball tournament in the fall of 2020 and more.
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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