Apr 10, 2017 | Entertainment
Final 2017 shows presented by Blue Chair Bay Rum on sale April 14th; 2 shows in the 
Northeast, 2 shows in the South
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 10, 2017) – With a second Gillette Stadium show added and close to sold-out, the hunger for that live Kenny Chesney summer experience is pronounced. Though there’s a handful of festival plays on the calendar for this year, Chesney announces four more intimate shows to round out his 2017 live schedule: Tuscaloosa Amphitheater on August 4th and The Wharf Amphitheatre in Orange Beach, AL on August 5th, followed by two nights at Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, August 10th and Friday, August 11th. Both Mohegan Sun shows are presented by Blue Chair Bay Rum and will begin at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $125.00 & $95.00 and go on sale Friday, April 14th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, April 15th, subject to availability.
“As long as we’re rehearsing and I’ve got new music in the pipeline, I can’t imagine not playing a little bit,” says Chesney. “I know that it takes time off to create and make records… to write and find songs like “American Kids” and “Noise,” but that doesn’t mean I don’t miss the fans. There is nothing that feeds me more than hearing the sound of the No Shoes Nation singing these songs, seeing those faces and knowing this is gonna be one of those nights.”
Having closed 2016’s Spread the Love Tour with 121,399 cheering New Englanders at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA, along with hitting the half-million mark at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey’s Meadowlands, Chesney had one of his biggest touring years – despite playing fewer dates than he has in previous years. As he says of those shows, “I can still hear the crowds when I close my eyes at night. Just when I think it can’t get any bigger or louder, the No Shoes Nation comes at me with these songs, singing and cheering and showing me how much life we can live in three minutes.”
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. 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, ext. 27163.
Apr 10, 2017 | Entertainment, General News
A show sure to heat things up on Saturday, May 27th
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 10, 2017) – The one and only premier brand of women’s entertainment, Chippendales, brings the Best. Night. Ever. Tour to The Cabaret Theatre on Saturday, May 27th at 8:00pm and 11:00pm.
Tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster.com and available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. Must be 21 or over. Visit www.chippendales.com for more information.
Named “the most-wanted men in Vegas!” by ET’s, The Insider, Chippendales is the go-to male revue for girls looking to let loose and have a great night out. Whether you are celebrating a birthday, a bachelorette party, a divorce party or a dirty thirty – Chippendales promises to be the highlight of your night. The show, a 75-minute interactive experience, combines the hottest guys with the hottest music to create the hottest party in Connecticut! Some call them male stripes, some call them sexy men, some call them entertainers; call them whatever you want, this is the male revue millions of women around the world are talking about. Grab your girlfriends and head to The Cabaret Theatre at Mohegan Sun on May 27th – Chippendales guarantees you will leave with a smile.
For more information on Chippendales and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 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.
Apr 10, 2017 | Comedy
Comedian Performs Live in the Arena on Friday, July 21st
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 10, 2017) – Internationally acclaimed ventriloquist Jeff Dunham and his troupe of characters are returning to Connecticut for a one-night only engagement at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, July 21st at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $60.00 & $50.00 and go on sale Friday, April 14th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, April 15th, subject to availability.
A regular on Forbes’ Celebrity 100 list of most powerful entertainers, Dunham has built a comedy empire over years of constant touring and innovation. Using colorful characters like Walter the Grumpy Retiree, Achmed the Dead Terrorist, redneck Bubba J, Peanut and Jose Jalapeno, Dunham has carved a unique corner in the comedy world that’s as funny as it is popular. He has set the record for viewership on Comedy Central, sold more than 7 million DVDs worldwide and nearly a billion views on YouTube.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. 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, ext. 27163.
Apr 7, 2017 | Breaking News, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun
Rain or shine, Sun BBQFest comes back on June 3rd & 4th
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 7, 2017) – Get ready for all-day finger-lickin’ fun at Sun BBQFest! On June 3rd and 4th, taste the flavors of the best barbeque around with festivities featuring live music, a beer garden and Tito’s RV, barbeque battles, local vendors, food trucks, fireworks and so much more.
Tickets are $5.00 per day and go on sale Friday, April 7th at 10:00am through the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Kids 6 and under get in free. The weekend of the event, tickets for entry are available at the gate along with food and drink tickets.
Wings, Ribs & More
Join the BBQ action and decide who reigns supreme during the People’s Choice Contest all weekend long. $2.00 samples will be available from 20 participating Kansas City BBQ Society teams, and guests can cast their vote for the ultimate best at Sun BBQFest. On Saturday, the competition continues with a rib contest from Noon to 2:30pm, followed by a wing challenge from 6:00pm to 8:30pm. For $5.00, each contest offers a sampling of 5 wings or 5 ribs for fans to indulge and then judge. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Sun BBQFest official charity, Operation BBQ Relief.
BBQFest goers can taste their way through an endless supply of delicious meats and other flavorful options, all from some of the best restaurants and food vendors that can be found in the region. Wash it all down with a refreshing selection of beers that include Bud, Bud Light and Sam Adams. Select cocktails will also be offered for $7.00 – just what might be needed on a hot summer day!
Incredible Entertainment
No festival would be complete without live entertainment! The Winter Parking Lot heats up with music, demos and a fireworks show to celebrate summertime and all things BBQ.
Dance all weekend long with live music on the main stage. Jay Dempsey Band, Will Evans Band, Green Tea Band and Southern City Band will be providing the beats for this can’t-miss parking lot party.
End Saturday night with a bang! 20Ride, a Zac Brown Band tribute band, will take the stage leading up the spectacular fireworks display – set to kick off at 9:15pm and guaranteed to be fun for the whole family.
NOTE: Mohegan Sun requires persons under the age of 18 to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian during Sun BBQFest. Unescorted minors will have their parent/legal guardian contacted to pick them up immediately.
To learn more about Sun BBQFest, please visit the event website.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 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.
Apr 5, 2017 | Employment, General News
20-year team member, Don Sikorski, was promoted to Director of Shops at Mohegan Sun and former Phoenix Suns Executive, Lynn Agnello, hired as Director of Sponsorships
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 5, 2017) – Mohegan Sun is pleased to announce the recent promotion of Don Sikorski and the hiring of Lynn Agnello. Both join the Director level at Mohegan Sun, Sikorski as Director of Shops at Mohegan Sun and Agnello as director of Sponsorships.
Joining Mohegan Sun in 1997, and prior to that, being a Senior Accountant for The Mohegan Tribe, Don Sikorski brings 20 years of valuable business, management and retail operations skills and experience to his newly promoted role in overseeing the 225,000 square-foot, Shops at Mohegan Sun. In addition to the many responsibilities that come along with such a vast, high revenue generating area, Sikorski will also be largely involved in the direction & strategic planning for all future retail and tenant opportunities at Mohegan Sun.
Sikorski is a Southern CT State University graduate and currently resides in Norwich with his wife and two sons, Kyle and Kevin.
Lynn Agnello joins the Mohegan Sun corporate team by way of Phoenix, Arizona, where she most recently represented radio sales across the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL, as Network Audio Sales Manager for Skyview Networks. From 2001 – 2013, Agnello served initially as VP of Corporate Sales, then as Senior Vice President of Marketing Partnerships and later promoted to Executive Vice President of Partnership Development for the Phoenix Suns. Now as Director of Sponsorships, Agnello will lead a team focused on working with various partners to deliver unique and impactful activations for the countless special & signature events, concerts, Connecticut Sun and New England Black Wolves Lacrosse games at Mohegan Sun.
Agnello is an Indiana University graduate, a 2011 Stevie Award winner as “Best Executive” for companies with up to 250 employees, was named The Business Journal’s Top 25 Valley Business Women Leaders for 2011 as well and is a board member on the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 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.
Apr 5, 2017 | Sports
18-hole championship course readies for 2017 season 
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 5, 2017) – It’s time to dust off the golf clubs and get back out on the course! Sunday, April 16th will mark the official opening of Mohegan Sun Golf Club for the 2017 season. Open to all resort and public play, there is much to be excited about this year.
Stretching along the hills of beautiful southeastern, CT in the town of Baltic, Mohegan Sun Golf Club is just a short drive from Mohegan Sun and has long been recognized as one of the most scenic, well-designed and professionally kept courses in the region. New for 2017 is a partnership with online tee time booking engine GolfNow.com. Founded in 2001, GolfNow is the leading provider of online tee times, golf course technology and service solutions. Trusted by more than 2 million registered golfers and thousands of golf courses worldwide, GolfNow is dedicated to growing the game of golf for players of all ages and skill levels by keeping them connected any time of day to their favorite courses and tee times through the web, email and mobile apps for iPhone and Android – even when the course is closed.
Mohegan Sun Golf Club is also home to a very spacious banquet facility ready to host a variety of private parties, including group golf outings, corporate events, weddings and receptions, reunions, birthdays and more. For more information, call 860.862.9261 or visit mohegansungolfclub.com/weddings-parties
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 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.
Mar 31, 2017 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: Professional football player Chris Hogan visits Mohegan Sun on April 7th to sign an honorary New England Black Wolves contract followed by a free Signings & Sightings event. Afterwards, join Chris Hogan inside Mohegan Sun Arena as the Black Wolves take on the Georgia Swarm.
WHEN: Friday, April 7th
6:00pm – Honorary Contract Signing followed by Photo Meet & Greet
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: You’ve just scored a touchdown – better yet, an exclusive opportunity to get up-close-and-personal with one of football’s finest. Chris Hogan stops by Mohegan Sun on Friday, April 7th to sign autographs for fans, plus signs an honorary contract with the New England Black Wolves to get back to his lacrosse roots, followed by an appearance at the Black Wolves game.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Chris Hogan will be signing 1 piece of memorabilia OR 1 headshot per person. Headshots will be distributed at the event. This event is bracelet-only. Bracelets will be distributed at 4:30pm at the signing location. Guests must be wearing a bracelet in order to gain entry into the signing line. Signing personalization and photos are prohibited.
Mar 30, 2017 | General News, Special Events, Sports
WHAT: Mike Tyson signs copies of his new book at Mohegan Sun on May 31st as part of a Signings & Sightings event.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 31st
7:00pm – Signing Event
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: The iconic boxer and entertainer, Mike Tyson, packs a punch with fans during an exclusive Signings & Sightings event at Mohegan Sun. Tyson shares his latest memoir, Iron Ambition, during a special autograph session on May 31st in The Shops concourse.
Tyson will only be signing copies of his book Iron Ambition which is available for pre-order through Bank Square Books and can be purchased by clicking here. Guests are encouraged to pre-order as there is a limited amount of spots available for signing event. Each book purchased will entitle the purchaser to one bracelet which gains them entry to the signing line. All guests must have a bracelet in order to gain entry into the signing line. Bracelet and the pre-ordered books will be distributed on the day of the event starting at 10:00am. A limited number of books and bracelets may be available for purchase on the day of the event, subject to availability. Photos and signing personalization are prohibited. 
ABOUT BANK SQUARE BOOKS: Located in the heart of downtown Mystic, Connecticut, Bank Square Books has been a cornerstone of the community for over 25 years. It is a locally owned and operated bookstore with a great selection of books and helpful, knowledgeable staff. There is something for everyone, including bestsellers, classics, children’s books, gifts and toys, plus a wide range of greeting cards, Mystic postcards, journals and stationery. The bookstore hosts many author events, both in the store and around the community, including author luncheons, Beer & Books, dinners, author talks and book signings. Its sister store is Savoy Bookshop & Café in Westerly, Rhode Island.
ABOUT SIGNINGS & SIGHTINGS: Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows guests to get up-close-and-personal with some of the world’s biggest entertainers. Whether it’s an up-and-coming band, well-known comedian or chart-topping musician, a Signings & Sightings event provides artists with an exciting opportunity to share their latest work in an interactive way with fans.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 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.
Mar 28, 2017 | Food & Beverage, General News
Egg-clusive Easter dining and shopping specials on April 16th
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 28, 2017) – In honor of Easter Sunday, Mohegan Sun is celebrating with a variety of dining and shopping discounts.
On April 16th, guests are treated with an Easter meal at BALLO Italian Restaurant. For $44.00 per person, this special meal will feature a 14 oz. spring braised lamb shank with English pea risotto, pea shoots and gremolata.
Todd English’s Tuscany will feature an Easter Sunday meal including braised lamb shank, spring pea risotto and heirloom radish with an arugula salad for $36.00. For dessert, try a Guinness brownie sundae with shamrock gelato for $9.00.
Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafé will be running a special meal on April 16th for $29.00 per person – enjoy a 16 oz. prime rib with mashed potatoes and asparagus.
Giving you many Easter blessings, Hash House A Go Go will provide an Easter menu for brunch and dinner. Served until 5:00pm, brunch specials will include: the “Lamb Chop” Hash – crispy potatoes, lamb chops, roasted red peppers, spinach and goat cheese crowned with two eggs and served with a fresh buttermilk biscuit, all drizzled with Bar-B-Que cream for $17.99, White Chocolate Blueberry Flapjack topped with fresh whipped cream for $10.99 and Crispy Pork Tenderloin Quesadilla – flour tortilla filled with charred tomatoes, fresh corn, mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, scrambled eggs and crispy pork, all on a bed of mashed potatoes and crowned with Bar-B-Que cream for $18.99. Dinner specials will be served until close and include: Wedge Salad served with homemade blue cheese dressings for $8.99, Hash House Mixed Grill which includes a lamb chop, a chicken breast and boneless ribeye with sweet corn mash and Bar-B-Que cream for $34.99 and grilled salmon with sweet and spicy b’que goat cheese and fresh tomato on a bed of garlic mashed potatoes and served with sautéed fresh vegetables for $21.99. Plus, Hash House A Go Go will be offering Easter specialty cocktails such as Blueberry Lemonade Margarita for $10.50, Cinnamon Roll A Go Go for $5.99, Frigid Irishman with Nitro coffee and Sambuca for $8.99 and HH Gin Mary with stuffed olives and cucumber slice for $10.99.
Head over to COMIX Comedy Club on April 16th to see a silly Sunday show – bring an Easter egg to COMIX for 25% off on tickets.
Making sure you’re dressed your best, Denali will now be carrying a new brand in-store, Southern Tide, including pastel colors that are great for Easter.
Stop in Robert Graham to receive a complimentary gift with your purchase of $300.00 or more, while supplies last.
Or, visit Splendeur – A Luxury Boutique on April 16th to receive 10% off any Versace or Balenciaga handbag.
For more information on all Easter specials, please visit mohegansun.com.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 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.
Mar 27, 2017 | Entertainment
Live in the Arena on November 11th; Tickets go on sale Friday
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 27, 2017) – Lady Gaga’s Joanne World Tour – one of 2017’s hottest tours – keeps getting hotter and hotter with sold-out shows and additional dates added in response to extremely high demand throughout North America and Europe. Due to on-going fan demand, a second show has been added at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, November 11th. The show will begin at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $400.00, $230.00, $160.00, $90.00 and $50.00 and go on sale Friday, March 31st at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, April 1st, subject to availability.
Grammy and Golden Globe winner and Academy Award-nominated Lady Gaga is a one-of-a kind artist and performer. She has amassed an outstanding 30 million global album sales and 150 million single sales, making her one of the best-selling musicians of all time. Gaga is also one of the biggest forces in social media with over 61 million likes on Facebook, over 65.1 million followers on Twitter and over 21.3 million followers on Instagram. Her fifth studio album Joanne was recently released and debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, marking her 4th consecutive #1 album – the first female to do so in the 2010s.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. 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, ext. 27163.
Northeast, 2 shows in the South
