Jun 9, 2023 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping, Special Events, Sports
Treat Dad to a special day on Sunday, June 18th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 9, 2023) – Celebrate Dad by taking him to enjoy Father’s Day dining and retail specials at Mohegan Sun, offered on Sunday, June 18th. Popular restaurants like Michael Jordan’s Steak House, SolToro, BALLO Italian Restaurant and more are inviting guests to bring Dad to Mohegan Sun for a special meal. Retail outlets such as Chocolux, Le Creuset and Sunglasses are all great options to purchase the perfect gift for Dad.
Guests who spend Father’s Day with Michael Jordan’s Steak House can start off with Beef Tartare consisting of prime sirloin, mustard, horseradish and bone marrow for $25. For dinner, enjoy a Bone-In Prime Rib made with a BBQ rub and served with cream corn and brown gravy for $65. Right next door to Michael Jordan’s Steak House is MJ23 Sports Bar & Grill, who is featuring a Cowboy Steak made with stout BBQ sauce and onion rings on the side for $59.
SolToro is serving up a special meal featuring a Fajita Trio this Father’s Day. This meal consists of chimichurri filet mignon, Cincoro tequila shrimp, ancho-rubbed chicken, onions, peppers, roasted corn and mushrooms for $45.
BALLO Italian Restaurant will be offering a special Surf and Turf consisting of an 18 oz. bone-in ribeye, crab oscar raviolo and roasted potatoes for $98. For dessert, guests can enjoy Bananas Foster with Don Picco spiced rum for $18.
Hash House A Go Go has multiple options for this special day. Guests can start off with a Manmosa, the beer drinker’s version of the infamous mimosa, which consists of Michelob Ultra, vodka and fresh orange juice for $20.99. The second drink special is a Nacho-Rita, which allows guests to get the best of both worlds! This drink features tequila and vodka-infused V8 with pickled jalapeños and Tabasco, topped with a nacho cheese corn chip rim and a whole jalapeño as a garnish for $20.99. Celebratory eats include the Father’s Day Waffle, a bacon waffle topped with house-made candied pecans and served with butter and syrup for $14.99. The last Father’s Day special at Hash House A Go Go is Country Fried Steak and Eggs for $21.99. This dish features a 10 oz. breaded steak, fried to perfection and served with mashed potatoes, a biscuit, and a choice of eggs, all covered in house-made country gravy.
Guests are also invited to Mohegan Sun to purchase the perfect gift for Dad. The Shops at Mohegan Sun have a variety of retail options to choose from for Father’s Day!
A Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana gift card is the perfect gift for Father’s Day! Simply download the Frank Pepe App (available via the App store and the Google Play Store) and purchase Dad the gift of great taste so he can indulge in his favorite pies!
Dads like chocolate too! Guests can stop at Chocolux to pick up a treat for Dad. At Le Creuset, guests can pick up a Deep Round Grill for 30% off. This offer is valid June 1st – June 28th while supplies last. Buy Dad the perfect shades at Sunglasses with15% off any purchase on Father’s Day.
All in for Dad! Pick up a Mohegan Sun branded gift at the brand new Online Shop!
Mohegan Sun’s digital gift card program, powered by eGIFTIFY, is having a summer BOGO sale. For every $100 spent on a Mohegan Sun digital gift card (up to $500), receive a free $20 bonus digital gift card. Receive a $20, $40, $60, $80 or $100 bonus digital gift card with a purchase of a $100, $200, $300, $400 or $500 digital gift card respectively. This offer is valid from 10:00am on Monday, June 12th through 11:59pm on Sunday, June 18th. Mohegan Sun gift cards can be used for shopping, dining and entertainment and are accepted at the luxurious hotel at Mohegan Sun, including Mandara Spa, Mohegan Sun Golf Club and Mohegan Sun’s Mobil Gas Station & Convenience Store.
10 Years & Still Lit! Bring Dad to celebrate a decade’s worth of the best in barbecue at Sun BBQ Fest during Father’s Day weekend. Prepare for incredible food, cold beer, hand-crafted cocktails, an immersive new experience by Mohegan Digital and incredible performances by international Country artist Kameron Marlowe and American Idol star HunterGirl. Plus, Coca-Cola Racing Family Legend and 2020 NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Labonte will be at Sun BBQ Fest on Saturday, June 17th for a special meet & greet from 1:00pm – 3:00pm! Free autographs and photo opportunities will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests must purchase a ticket to Saturday’s Sun BBQ Fest to access the meet & greet. Tickets for Sun BBQ Fest are $15 for the Saturday ticket and $10 for the Sunday ticket, and on sale now via ticketmaster.com.
For more information about Father’s Day celebrations, visit the Mohegan Sun website.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Jun 9, 2023 | Breaking News, Entertainment
Tickets on sale now!
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 9, 2023) – Due to overwhelming fan demand, GRAMMY award-winning group TOOL is adding an additional show at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday November 11th, to go along with their previously announced Friday, November 10th show. Both live performances will kick off at 7:30pm.
Tickets for the back to back performances are $199.50, $149.50 and $99.50 and are currently on sale via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, June 10th, subject to availability.
Since the 2019 release of the TOOL’s critically-acclaimed album, Fear Inoculum, the band has won a GRAMMY Award® (Best Metal Performance for “7empest”), completed sold-out tours of both the U.S. and Europe, and headlined Bonnaroo, Welcome to Rockville and the Sonic Temple Arts & Music Festival. TOOL marked the 30th anniversary of the Opiate EP with the 2022 release of “Opiate2,” a re-imagining of the EP’s title track, released in tandem with a breathtaking 10-minute short film crafted by Adam Jones and visual artist Dominic Hailstone (Alien: Covenant, The Eel).
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been 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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Jun 8, 2023 | Community Relations, Entertainment
WHAT: Mohegan Sun is proud to announce that Thomas Rhett will be the newest Walk of Fame inductee – the 39th group or individual to receive the honor. Thomas Rhett will be honored with a Walk of Fame star just hours before the first of his back-to-back Home Team Tour 23 performances with Cole Swindell and Nate Smith.
WHEN/ WHERE: Friday, June 9th
4:30pm
Mohegan Sun Arena Box Office Forecourt
IN DETAIL: Thomas Rhett joins the likes of Chris Rock, Luke Combs, Shinedown, Kenny Chesney, New Kids On The Block, Bon Jovi, Taylor Swift, and more as the 39th inductee into the Mohegan Sun Arena Walk of Fame. Rhett will be honored with an induction ceremony on Friday, June 9th that includes remarks by Mohegan Sun and Tribal Executives, followed by the presentation of a star plaque outside of the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Both media and the general public are invited to attend.
Thomas Rhett has 20 No. 1 singles, 15 billion streams and the longest current active streak of consecutive #1s in the format (Mediabase/Country Aircheck Chart). He has been honored with eight ACM Awards including “Entertainer of the Year,” two CMA Awards, five GRAMMY nominations, plus trophies from the CMT Music Awards, Billboard Awards and iHeartRadio Awards, in addition to being recognized with four CMA Triple Play awards for penning three No. 1 songs within a 12-month period. Since Thomas Rhett’s Mohegan Sun Arena debut in 2013, the multi-platinum artist’s upcoming shows will be his seventh performance at Mohegan Sun, including one performance in the Wolf Den and his six sold-out shows at Mohegan Sun Arena.
The Mohegan Sun Walk of Fame honors individuals who have made major contributions to Mohegan Sun’s success as the Northeast’s top entertainment destination. The names of all those admitted into the Walk of Fame will be etched on a plaque that will be permanently displayed at the entrance of Mohegan Sun Arena.
*Media interested in attending or photographing the ceremony should email Aaron Austin ([email protected]) to RSVP.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been 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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Jun 8, 2023 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, Special Events, Sports
Guests can enjoy the classic Belmont Jewel and enter the Alive for Five contest, where the jackpot is set to exceed $20,000
WHAT: Join Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook for a viewing of the 155th running of the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, June 10th.
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, June 10th
10:00am – 7:30pm
Belmont Stakes Post Time: 7:02pm
Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook is set to host a viewing of “The Test of the Champion”, the 155th running of the Belmont Stakes. Resident handicappers Mike “Mut” Mutnansky and Anthony “The Big A” Stabile will be on hand with all the tips and tricks to Belmont. Guests can also enjoy the refreshing Belmont Jewel, made with bourbon, lemonade, pomegranate juice and a lemon twist for garnish for $15.
Any guest who wagers $50 on Belmont Stakes will receive a free t-shirt. Those who are feeling extra lucky can try their hand at the Alive for Five Carryover contest. The Contest Carryover will exceed $20,000 by Saturday! Guests must correctly select the winning horse for all five contest races in order to win the jackpot. Each entry is $10, and guests can place up to five entries per person. All entries must be submitted prior to the start of the first contest race. Guests can visit Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook for complete contest rules and details.
All guests must be 21+ to enter Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook. For reservations, visit mohegansun.com/sportsbook.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Jun 8, 2023 | Breaking News, Comedy, Entertainment, General News
Record Breaking FOURTH show added!
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 8, 2023) – Following the phenomenal success of Matt Rife’s recently announced ProbleMATTic World Tour, which is scheduled to stop at Mohegan Sun Arena in February 2024, two extra dates have been added for a record-breaking fourth consecutive show on Thursday, February 22nd, and Sunday, February 25th, both at 8:00pm.
Tickets to this 18+ event are $149.50, $129.50, $99.50, $79.50 and $59.50 and go on sale Friday, June 9th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, June 10th, subject to availability.
Matt Rife has exploded as one of the fastest growing comedians through his viral content and remarkable engagement on TikTok, where he has amassed over 13 million followers, and more than 2 billion views globally. As one of the most buzzed about comedians in the business, Rife has been selling-out comedy clubs and theaters across the country and is gearing up to embark on his biggest tour to-date with Live Nation, the Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour, kicking off on July 20th.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been 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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Jun 6, 2023 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events
Tequila, tacos, live entertainment and more to take place on Saturday, July 22nd
WHAT: Who’s in for a salty good time? The Sun Tequila Tasting returns with an explosion of flavor and a wide variety of drink samples! On Saturday, July 22nd, salt, sugar, and limes will come together to complement a selection of delicious tequila and margarita samples at our mixology stations.
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, July 22nd
8:00pm -11:00pm
Earth Ballroom
IN DETAIL: Prepare for a tequila-filled night at Mohegan Sun’s 4th Annual Sun Tequila Tasting! Pedal a one-of-a-kind blender bike to mix up a custom margarita at an exclusive Patrón-sponsored happy hour. Plus, indulge in savory Mexican fare provided by Hot Taco. Capture the best memories at the photo booth, dance to the high-energy beats of DJ Rico, and shimmy to Fiesta Del Notre’s one of a kind Mariachi band!
Tickets to Sun Tequila Tasting are $75 and are on sale now via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available for $80 on the day of the event. Additionally, guests can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. A portion of ticket proceeds will go to support the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. Guests must be 21 years of age of older to attend. Valid ID and ticket are required upon entry.
The Premier Patrón Patio is back this year with a special twist! Guests can enjoy an exclusive ticketed happy hour at the Earth Terrace before the party gets started at the Sun Tequila Tasting. Attendees will get VIP access to Patrón Gran Platinum, Gran Piedra, Gran Burdeos and El Cielo poured by expert brand ambassadors. Patrón’s custom VR set will also be available for guests to fully immerse themselves in the grand hacienda and explore. Tickets to the Premier Patrón Patio are $100 and on sale now via ticketmaster.com. Ticket price includes unlimited samples and entry to Sun Tequila Tasting. Tickets can also be purchased the day of the event for $125, subject to availability.
Guests looking to explore everything Mohegan Sun has to offer after the Sun Tequila Tasting can also take advantage of two special hotel packages. For more information about this exciting event, visit mohegansun.com/suntequila.
Be on the lookout, as Mohegan Sun is set to turn up the heat for yet another Hot Summer Fun! Prepare for a summer full of showstopping live entertainment, festivals, cash, prize giveaways, and more.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Jun 6, 2023 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, General News
Tickets on sale Friday, June 9th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 6, 2023) – TOOL returns to the road this fall, expanding on their recently announced festival appearances (Power Trip, Aftershock and Louder Than Life) with a six-week, North American tour that includes a Friday, November 10th performance at Mohegan Sun Arena.
Tickets are $199.50, $149.50 and $99.50 and go on sale Friday, June 9th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, June 10th, subject to availability.
Since the 2019 release of the TOOL’s critically-acclaimed album, Fear Inoculum, the band has won a GRAMMY Award® (Best Metal Performance for “7empest”), completed sold-out tours of both the U.S. and Europe, and headlined Bonnaroo, Welcome to Rockville and the Sonic Temple Arts & Music Festival. TOOL marked the 30th anniversary of the Opiate EP with the 2022 release of “Opiate2,” a re-imagining of the EP’s title track, released in tandem with a breathtaking 10-minute short film crafted by Adam Jones and visual artist Dominic Hailstone (Alien: Covenant, The Eel).
Reviews from TOOL’s sold-out 2022 tours praised the four-piece, with Loudwire dubbing the performances as “a masterclass of immersion, sound and stage design, musicianship… and levels of ungodly tightness.” The Austin Chronicle described the incomparable live experience as an “unbridled exchange of catharsis between performers and fans.” Revolver, covering the Welcome to Rockville 2023, said “TOOL delivered a stunning… set featuring classic fan favorites, newer Fear Inoculum standouts and choice deeper cuts … the striking visuals also included a psychedelic laser and projections show bar none.”
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been 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.
ABOUT TOOL
TOOL formed in 1990, releasing five studio albums: Undertow (1993), Ænima (1996), Lateralus (2001),10,000 Days (2006), and Fear Inoculum (2019); two EPs: 72826 (1991) and Opiate (1992), and the limited-edition boxset Salival (2000). The band has won four GRAMMY Awards®: Best Metal Performance (1998, “Ænima”), Best Metal Performance (2002, “Schism”), Best Recording Package (2007, 10,000 Days) and Best Metal Performance (2020, “7empest”). TOOL is Danny Carey (drums), Justin Chancellor (bass), Adam Jones (guitar) and Maynard James Keenan (vocals).
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Jun 5, 2023 | Breaking News, Comedy, Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Tickets on sale Friday, June 9th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 5, 2023) – Today, wildly popular comedian and actor Matt Rife announced his ProbleMATTic World Tour hitting cities across North America, including two back-to-back shows at Mohegan Sun Arena at 8:00pm on February 23 & 24, 2024.
Tickets to this 18+ event are $149.50, $129.50, $99.50, $79.50 and $59.50 and go on sale Friday, June 9th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, June 10th, subject to availability.
Matt Rife has exploded as one of the fastest growing comedians through his viral content and remarkable engagement on TikTok, where he has amassed over 13 million followers, and more than 2 billion views globally. As one of the most buzzed about comedians in the business, Rife has been selling-out comedy clubs and theaters across the country and is gearing up to embark on his biggest tour to-date with Live Nation, the Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour, kicking off on July 20th.
Rife brings forth his refreshingly genuine presence along with elevated material that is quick witted and vulnerable. From a small town near Columbus Ohio, Matt started performing at the age of fifteen then moved out to Los Angeles two years later where he began his career in Hollywood.
In addition to stand-up, he made his television debut on MTV’s Wild ‘N Out as the youngest cast member in history for four seasons before moving on to other MTV properties, such as hosting the reboot of TRL and appearing on The Challenge. Other credits include Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Fresh Off The Boat, BET’s North Of The 10, and NBC’s comedy competition show Bring The Funny.
In 2021, Rife self-produced and distributed through YouTube his first one-hour comedy special, “Only Fans”. This past April, the comedian bet on himself again and self-released his highly anticipated second stand-up special, “Matthew Steven Rife” on YouTube. The special was taped in Austin, TX and is dedicated to his biggest role model, his grandfather Steven who had recently passed. He’ll be taping his third stand-up special this fall in Washington, DC.
About Mohegan Sun Arena
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been 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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May 31, 2023 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment
The original “Jersey Boy’s” Return to Mohegan Sun Arena rescheduled to Friday, December 1st
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 31, 2023) – Due to the flu, the Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons performance originally scheduled at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, June 2nd, will be postponed until Friday, December 1st. Previously purchased tickets will be honored on the rescheduled show date.
For more information on Mohegan Sun Arena and other events at Mohegan Sun, please visit mohegansun.com.
About Mohegan Sun Arena
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been 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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May 30, 2023 | Breaking News, Entertainment, Special Events
Tickets on sale Friday, June 2nd
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 30, 2023) – Modern day Rockstar Machine Gun Kelly stops by Mohegan Sun Arena for one night on Thursday, September 7th at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $149.50, $129.50, and $99.50 and go on-sale Friday, June 2, 2023 at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, June 3rd, subject to availability.
Machine Gun Kelly is a Grammy-nominated artist who is an atomic force in music, entertainment, film and fashion. In 2020, the Cleveland, Ohio native eclipsed genre expectations releasing a Rock/Pop Punk album, the widely acclaimed Tickets to My Downfall. The platinum album topped the Billboard 200 and became his first No. 1 effort. Tickets to My Downfall landed 18 tracks on the Hot Rock Songs chart and spawned two No. 1 songs on the alternative side with “bloody valentine” and “my ex’s best friend,” which both went platinum. In 2022 he followed with Mainstream Sellout, his second album to hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 cementing his status as a chart-topping artist.
The album is nominated for a 2023 Grammy Award for “Best Rock Album” and was supported with a sold-out stadium and arena North American and European tour. The US leg ended in his hometown of Cleveland at the FirstEnergy Stadium playing to 50,000 fans, making him the first and only Ohio native to sell out the stadium. As of 2022, MGK has had a record 45 entries on Hot Rock & Alternative Songs, the most among any solo artist. For his contributions to music, he was named as one of 2022’s Time 100 Next, a list honoring the emerging leaders from around the world who are shaping the future and defining the next generation of leadership. The genre-bending icon has amassed numerous awards over his career including “US Artist About to Go Global” at the 2012 MTV EMA’s, MTV’s 2012 “Breaking Woodie” Award, 2013 “Woodie of the Year” beating out A$AP Rocky, Fun, Grimes and Kendrick Lamar, “Favorite Rock Artist” for the 2021 and 2022 AMAs, “Top Rock Album” and “Top Rock Artist” for the 2021 Billboard Music Awards, 2020 and 2021 MTV VMA’s for “Best Alternative Video”, a 2021 iHeart Radio Award for “Alternative Rock Album of the Year” and 2022’s “Alternative Artist of the Year.” He’s appeared on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, THE VOICE, THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JIMMY FALLON, THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN, ELLEN, THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW, BET’s 106 AND PARK, GOOD MORNING AMERICA, THE NICKELODEON KIDS’ CHOICE AWARDS and several other programs and award shows.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been 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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