Jan 18, 2013 | Food & Beverage, General News, Sports
WHAT: This February 3rd, win a chance to watch the biggest game in football – high roller style!
WHEN/ WHERE: Sunday, February 3rd, 6:30pm at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: Cheer on your favorite team from your very own high roller suite inside Mohegan Sun during football’s biggest game of the year! Enter to win and on January 28th, you could be the lucky winner of a fully-catered party for you and up to 21 of your closest friends along with one hour of event photography services to capture your epic night.
To enter, please visit mohegansun.com/qr/allaccesspass/.
*Must be 21 or over to enter. All guests at the party must be at least 21 years of age.
Even if you don’t win the grand prize, you can still enjoy the game at Mohegan Sun! Numerous locations on property will be showing the big game including Bow & Arrow Sports Bar inside Casino of the Earth. Stop by the renovated bar for the 6:30pm kick-off, enjoy the game on over 30 TV’s and be one of five lucky guests to receive overnight stays at Mohegan Sun!
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Jan 18, 2013 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Starting February 6th, Wine Wednesdays at Mohegan Sun offers guests a classier night out
Don’t look at Wednesdays as the glass is half empty any longer. Treat yourself to a classier night out as Mohegan Sun unveils the all-new Wine Wednesday program. Wednesdays at Mohegan Sun will turn into a vino lover’s dream with featured wines from all around the globe each season, delicious dishes to accompany them and other various specials being offered each week.
Wine Wednesdays kick off on February 6th with Tastings & Tapas on the Tuscany Patio from 6:00pm – 7:30pm. A $20.00 price per person allows guests to indulge in mouthwatering tapas along with three different varieties of wines. While you taste and sip, a wine expert will lead a discussion and Q&A segment about the featured wines. Tastings & Tapas will be held on the first Wednesday of every month, with advanced tickets available for purchase at Todd English’s Tuscany.
Ready for dinner? Every Wednesday during the month, select restaurants throughout the property will offer traditional wine-pairing dinners. To start, Todd English’s Tuscany will be offering a four-course Tuscan dinner paired with flavorful wines for $95.00 and Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain will be offering a four-course American Regional Cuisine dinner paired with California wines for $75.00. Reservations are not required.
After you and your guests have your fill, be sure to stop by VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock every Wednesday to sip some bubbly while listening to the sweet sounds of a live Jazz Ensemble from 8:00pm – 11:00pm. In addition, on Wednesdays only, all VISTA Lounge bubble cocktails will be upgraded to Veuve Clicquot Champagne.
Finally, along with Tastings & Tapas, The Shops concourse at Mohegan Sun will feature displays and sales from local artists, sculptors and jewelers on the first Wednesday of every month.
Featured wines for 2013-2014 are as follows:
- February-April: California wines
- May-July: French wines
- August-October: Spanish wines
- November-January: Italian wines
For more information and upcoming Wine Wednesday events, please visit mohegansun.com/wine-wednesdays.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Jan 18, 2013 | Food & Beverage, General News
Celebrate February 14th at Mohegan Sun with a number of specials to please all sweethearts
Treat your Valentine to more than just conversation hearts and a teddy bear this Valentine’s Day and visit Mohegan Sun where specials are plentiful at shops and restaurants all over property!
Start with a romantic dinner at either Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club or Todd English’s Tuscany where delicious specials are being served.
At Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club, three special dishes are being prepared in addition to the regular dinner menu. From 3:00pm until 10:00pm, choose from table side Macaroni and Cheese with Black Truffle and Parmigiano for $18.00 or a Pepper Crusted 8-ounce Filet Mignon and 6-ounce Butter Poached Lobster Tail, Fingerling Potatoes and Broccolini for $55.00. Then finish off your meal with a dessert tasting for 2 including Chocolate Budino, Chocolate Cheesecake, a Vanilla Cannoli, Ricotta Zeppole and Biscotti for $24.00.
Then at Todd English’s Tuscany, the Valentine’s Day 4-course meal special, including one complimentary glass of wine each from the house selection, will run from February 14th – 17th for $90.00 per couple. For the first course, enjoy your choice of Caesar or Bibb Salad, then follow that with an appetizer or Flatbread to share. Next, choose from Spaghetti and Meatballs, a 6-ounce Filet Mignon, Crispy Skin Salmon or Chicken Parmesan and finish the meal with a Petit Fallen Chocolate Cake for dessert.
After dinner, treat your honey to something sweet. Visit Ben & Jerry’s for $3.00 off all Valentine’s Day cakes or Godiva Chocolatier where you can take advantage of a special pre-order savings – get six Chocolate Kissed Strawberries for $42.00!
Stop by Brookstone in The Shops concourse where you can pick up a gadget for that special someone on Valentine’s Day! Special items include a Max®2 Cordless Dual-Node Percussion Massager for $229.99, an OSIM® uSqueez® App-Controlled Foot & Calf Massager for $399.99, an Aero™ Wine Aerator by Brookstone for $49.99 or an Automatic Wine Opener with Foil Cutter for $39.99.
Keep the night going with the “Sink Your Teeth Into This” party at MIST. Haven’t found that certain someone yet? MIST, which recently opened inside Casino of the Wind, is hosting this singles party with no cover, DJ Miss Jade and dancers all night long.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Jan 15, 2013 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News
The Godsmack band member headlines the Arena on Sunday, March 24th
Sully Erna, the front man of one of today’s most successful and powerful Rock bands Godsmack, will take the stage at Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday, March 24th at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $25.00 and go on sale Saturday, January 19th through Ticketmaster at 10:00am. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Sunday, January 20th, subject to availability.
Born and raised in the suburbs of Boston, Massachusetts, Sully Erna has been a musician since the age of 3, where he began his journey as a drummer initially. Since then, Erna has reaped a myriad of accolades, industry records and other notable stats, some of which include 15 million albums sold worldwide, three consecutive #1 debut albums on the Billboard Top 200 charts, 18 top 10 singles, 6 #1 hit songs and 4 Grammy nominations.
Erna’s released Avalon, his first solo album outside of Godsmack, in 2010. The project marks a big departure from the style of music that Erna is typically known for, utilizing the hypnotic sounds of tribal rhythms, melodic pianos, cellos and haunting vocals.
In 2012, Godsmack released its first official live CD, Live & Inspired. It included a bonus 4 track EP of newly-recorded cover versions as well as the hits “Straight Outta Line,” “Realign,” “Awake,” “Speak,” “I Stand Alone,” “Serenity” and “Batalla De Los Tambores.”
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked 3rd in the U.S. and 5th in the world by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” Venues Today also ranked Mohegan Sun Arena #4 in 2011 and ranked in the top six of “Top Stops of The Decade” in 2012. For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Jan 14, 2013 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News
Concert slated for Saturday, April 13 at 8:00pm
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 14, 2013) – English Rockers and multi-million album-selling band Muse will play Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, April 13th at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $65.00 and $45.00 and go on sale Friday, January 18th through Ticketmaster at 10:00am. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, January 19th, subject to availability.
Hailing from England, the Rock band Muse has sold over 15 million albums worldwide, has won 5 MTV Europe Awards, 2 Brit Awards, 8 NME Awards, were winners of the “Best Rock Album” Grammy in 2011 and also saw their album The Resistance strike #1 in 19 countries. The band’s 6th studio album, The 2nd Law, was one of their most ambitious and enjoyable albums to record. Drummer Dom Howard accurately describes the album as brimming with “wild” sounds and is also quoted as saying “It feels like the best thing we’ve ever done, there was a sense of adventure making it.” The album sold more than 100,000 copies in its first week. Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked 3rd in the U.S. and 5th in the world by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.”
Venues Today also ranked Mohegan Sun Arena #4 in 2011 and ranked in the top six of “Top Stops of The Decade” in 2012. For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Jan 7, 2013 | Entertainment, General News
Multi-talented Country legend performs live in Arena on April 27th
The multi-talented actress and entertainer Reba will bring her huge catalogue of iconic Country music hits to Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, April 27th at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $65.00 and $45.00 and go on sale Friday, January 11th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, January 12th, subject to availability.
One of Country’s most successful entertainers, Reba has sold over 56 million albums worldwide. As a leading lady in the genre, the multi-platinum recording artist for The Valory Music Co. was recently inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and earned an ACM Career Achievement award. Reba has won fifteen American Music Awards; thirteen ACM Awards; nine People’s Choice Awards; six CMA Awards and two Grammy Awards. Reba’s reign of #1 hits spans four decades and Billboard, Country Aircheck and Mediabase recognized her as the biggest female hit-maker in Country music history. The multimedia superstar earned her 64th Top 10 hit and her 35th #1 with the lead single, “Turn On The Radio,” from her current album, All The Women I Am. Reba’s unprecedented run of sales successes extended the superstar’s lead as the female artist with the most RIAA sales certifications in Country music history and more #1 albums than any female in the genre. The superstar has earned over 3 million fans on Facebook, propelling her into an elite group of Country artists who’ve achieved the popularity milestone. The Oklahoma native is also an acclaimed film, TV and Broadway actress. She currently can be found on the all-new ABC sitcom Malibu Country.
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked 3rd in the U.S. and 5th in the world by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” Venues Today also ranked Mohegan Sun Arena #4 in 2011 and ranked in the top six of “Top Stops of The Decade” in 2012. For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Jan 4, 2013 | Gaming, General News, Special Events
Back for the first time in 2013, Mohegan Sun’s favorite bingo game is back
With the New Year comes a new $15,000 up for grabs at Mohegan Sun’s first Bingo After Dark of 2013! Back for its 5th time on Saturday, February 9th, this after-dark bingo game set against an ultra hip neon backdrop is a long way from your Grandma’s bingo.
The doors open at 8:00pm and the event kicks off at 10:00pm inside Mohegan Sun’s Uncas Ballroom. The cost is $20.00 per person and covers eight games, a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage, entertainment and more. Prize pools vary from $1,500 to $3,000 per game with a total of $15,000 in cash being awarded and a DJ will be on-hand to spin tunes between rounds. A cash bar will also be available.
Tickets are on sale now at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster. Must be 21 years or older to attend. Must be a Player’s Club member to win. For more information, visit youtube.com/mohegansunvideos to check out past Bingo After Dark events.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Dec 31, 2012 | Breaking News, Entertainment
Reprise Records’ Green Day have announced new dates of their “¡UNO!, ¡DOS!, ¡TRÉ!” Tour. The full-scale North American tour will now Rock Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, April 6th at 8:00pm.
“We want to thank everyone for hanging in with us for the last few months,” said the members of Green Day. “We are very excited to hit the road and see all of you again, though we regret having to cancel more shows.”
Tickets are still valid for the new date. At the chance you cannot attend the concert on this new date, a refund of your ticket purchase is possible via the point of purchase. To secure your refund, please contact the outlets where you purchased your ticket. Please note, you must request your refund no later than April 6th. Our apologies for any inconvenience the reschedule may have caused.
For more information on other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Dec 27, 2012 | General News
Tickets on sale now for three different beer and wine seminars
Step out of the Sun WineFest Grand Tasting and into a more intimate setting this January 26th and 27th as celebrity wine and beer experts hold seminars sponsored by igourmet.com inside Todd English’s Tuscany.
Venice is Calling: How to Craft the Famous Bellini with Lorenzo Canella
Join Lorenzo Canella, owner of Canella Winery, Saturday, January 26th at 12:30pm inside Todd English’s Tuscany as he teaches how to blend his Venetian Prosecco with the succulent juice of Italian peaches to create one of the most delicious drinks made famous by “The Floating City.” Tickets for this event are $50.00 per person.
Argentina and Malbec: The Perfect Pairing
On Saturday, January 26th at 2:30pm, Jimena Turner, the Director of Wine Education at Alamos Winery, will be giving an overview of Argentina and the wines from there, particularly Malbec, as they relate to the rest of the wine industry and why they are performing so well in the market place. This event will be $45.00 per person.
Shared Terroir in Beer & Cheese – Smutty Style!
Then on Sunday, January 27th inside Todd English’s Tuscany, join David Yarrington, Director of Brewing Operations at Smuttynose Brewing Company at 12:30pm as he teaches the art of pairing his specialty ales with artisanal cheeses from here and abroad. David will be comparing and contrasting his exceptional brews with double aged goudas, creamy blues, very old cheddars and several other intriguing cheeses such as Red Dragon and Pierre Robert. This seminar will also be featuring ParadoX, a specially created IPA for the 10th anniversary of Sun WineFest! Tickets to this event are $40.00 per person.
A Grand Tasting ticket is not required.
For more information on Sun WineFest 2013 events, featured personalities and hours and area hotel information, visit sunwinefest.com or Facebook and Twitter at facebook.com/sunwinefest and twitter.com/sunwinefest.
Sun WineFest 2013 is a production of Cirilli Associates LLC, a Connecticut-based marketing firm that specializes in event concepts, event production and customized marketing and sponsorship programs.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Dec 27, 2012 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, Shopping, Special Events
Leave the men at home and grab your girlfriends for a totally new Diva Fridays line up you won’t want to miss
Not only does Diva Fridays return to Mohegan Sun this January and February, but will return fully revamped to kick off 2013. Complete with even more specials, entertainment options and party spots than ever before, your inner Diva will be on cloud nine.
Weekly Specials
Each week, ladies can enjoy the following as part of the all-new Diva Fridays:
- No Judgment Zone: This is a Divas-Only area where you can learn the ins and outs of table games, play an old favorite or discover a new one from Noon to Midnight! Located in Casino of the Wind across from Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Divas playing in the “No Judgment Zone” will receive Diva trinkets and be entered to win nightlife packages and beauty make-overs at Mohegan Sun!
- Sign Up a Friend: Sign up for a Player’s Club card on Diva Fridays and receive $25 in Free Slot Play! To sweeten the deal, bring your friends to sign up and get up to $75 in Free Slot Play. The more friends you bring, the more Free Slot Play you earn!
- Party At The Brand-New MIST: Opening at the end of December in Casino of the Wind, MIST is the newest place to party at Mohegan Sun! Replacing Todd English’s Tuscany’s Party on the Patio on Friday nights, MIST will have DJs, dancers, bottle service and a 3-story video wall to take your night to the next level from 9:00pm until 3:00am. MIST will also feature specialty drinks like the ‘Second Wind’ and ‘Opti-Mist.’
- Complimentary “Make-Under”: Let your Diva side shine as the professionals at Bare Minerals give complimentary “make-unders” to you and all your girlfriends from 6:00pm-10:00pm. Plus, receive 10% off your purchase of $60 or more!
Diva Events
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but gold is the next best thing! Visit Lux Bond & Green in The Shops concourse Friday, January 18th and Friday, February 8th from 3:00pm-9:00pm and trade in your old gold for a chance to treat yourself to some new jewels!
For all you book worm Divas, Mohegan Sun, Chicken Soup For The Soul and CT Humanities present The Big Book Club Getaway. Join more than 40 bestselling and award-winning authors and presenters at Mohegan Sun’s Uncas Ballroom on Friday, February 1st and Saturday, February 2nd to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Speakers will include Yale professor Carlos Eire, iconic American talk show host, Leeza Gibbons, host of the History Channel TV show Decoded, Brad Meltzer, creator of the Rizzoli & Isles series on TNT, Tess Gerritsen and author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die, Patricia Schultz! Visit www.thebigbookclub.org for more information. Register online or in-person the night of the event beginning at 6:00pm.
Exclusive Dining & Shopping Specials
More than 14 shops and restaurants are offering Diva Fridays specials through January and February. Stop by places like Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Brighton Collectibles, Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club and more to get treated to deals fit for a Diva. Visit mohegansun.com/diva for a complete listing.
Entertainment
There are both ticketed and free events going on for Diva Fridays in January and February.
Arena:
February 22nd: Maroon 5 with special guests Neon Trees & Owl City – 8:00pm
To purchase tickets for arena events, please visit the Mohegan Sun Box Office or Ticketmaster.
Wolf Den:
January 4th: The Man In Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash – 8:00pm
January 11th: Almost Elton John – 8:00pm
January 18th: Ben Kweller – 8:00pm
January 25th: The Association – 8:00pm
February 1st: Gin Blossoms – 8:00pm
February 8th: Bill Medley – 8:00pm
February 15th: Uncle Kracker – 8:00pm
February 22nd: Boogie Wonder Band – 8:00pm
The Wolf Den is for ages 21 years of age and older and shows are always free.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
