İViva Mohegan! 6th Annual Sun Tequila Tasting Returns to Mohegan Sun on Saturday, May 3rd

İViva Mohegan! 6th Annual Sun Tequila Tasting Returns to Mohegan Sun on Saturday, May 3rd

WHAT: Guests are invited to kick off Cinco de Mayo weekend at the 6th Annual Sun Tequila Tasting on Saturday, May 3rd.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 3rd | 8:00pm – 11:00pm | Sun Patio

IN DETAIL: The Sun Tequila Tasting is back at Mohegan Sun, and this event is home base for the ultimate Cinco de Mayo experience! Guests are invited to step onto the Sun Patio and sample an impressive selection of top-shelf tequila and margarita samples, providing bold flavors and even spicier vibes. Fiesta del Norte is setting the tone with traditional Mariachi music and DJ D-Ave will keep the party going all night long. Plus, Niantic’s own La Mesa is serving up delicious bites.

Tickets to Sun Tequila Tasting are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. A ticket purchase includes drink samples and bites from La Mesa. A portion of proceeds will benefit the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut Young Leaders. Guests must be 21+ to attend the Sun Tequila Tasting.

Guests of the Sun Tequila Tasting are also invited to “Shoot Your Shot” with Mohegan Sun Online Casino for some great prizes, including up to $500 cash! To play, download the Mohegan Sun Online Casino app and place a $10 wager on any game for three chances to land a lime in an oversized shot glass.

Those who are interested in keeping the Cinco de Mayo fiesta going after the Sun Tequila Tasting can purchase a special hotel package that includes two tickets to the event and an overnight stay at Mohegan Sun.

For more information, visit mohegansun.com/suntequila.

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, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, 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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube

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Eric Clapton Announces September Mohegan Sun Arena Show

Eric Clapton Announces September Mohegan Sun Arena Show

 Tickets on sale Friday, March 7th

UNCASVILLE, CT (March 3, 2025) –– Today, legendary guitarist and vocalist Eric Clapton has announced he will return to the states for a limited run of 2025 tour dates. The tour begins in Nashville, Tennessee at Bridgestone Arena on September 8th before heading to Uncasville’s Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, September 20th at 7:00pm. Clapton will be joined in support by special guest The Wallflowers.

Tickets to see Clapton go on sale Friday, March 7th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster. Fans can also purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, March 8th, subject to availability.

The tour comes on the heels of the release of Clapton’s recent studio album, Meanwhile, from Bushbranch/Surfdog Recordsavailable in all formats HERE. Watch the official music videos for “One Woman”HERE & “The Call” HERE

The album features collaborations with Jeff Beck, Van Morrison, Bradley Walker, Judith Hill, Daniel Santiago, and Simon Climie, six brand-new songs and eight previously released singles.

Clapton’s band for the U.S. tour will be Nathan East (bass / vocals), Edward ‘Sonny’ Emory III (drums), Doyle Bramhall II (Guitar), Tim Carmon (Hammond / keyboards), Chris Stainton (keyboard) Sharon White (backing vocals) and Katie Kissoon (backing vocals).

ABOUT ERIC CLAPTON

Revered as a member of such iconic bands as the Yardbirds, Blind Faith and Cream, Clapton’s solo career is unparalleled. The recipient of countless awards and accolades, he is universally recognised as one of the most important musicians of our time and continues to attract audiences all over the world to his sold-out shows. 

ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA

Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”.  Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is also a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) and G2E Las Vegas. 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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Celebrate the Luck of the Irish at Mohegan Sun this St. Patrick’s Day

Celebrate the Luck of the Irish at Mohegan Sun this St. Patrick’s Day

Food and drink specials, live entertainment, and more to take place on Monday, March 17th

UNCASVILLE, CT (February 27, 2025) – Mohegan Sun is set to ramp up the shenanigans this St. Patrick’s Day and offer Irish-inspired food, drink, and retail specials at various venues across property. Guests can also head over to The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House for some can’t-miss live entertainment starting at Noon. All specials are offered Monday, March 17th unless otherwise specified.

Along with the exhilarating live entertainment, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House is set to feature a special Corned Beef & Cabbage Spring Rolls appetizer for $17, which is made of corned beef, cabbage, carrots and Swiss cheese, and served with Thousand Island dressing on the side. For an entrée, guests can enjoy the Irish Trio for $36 which consists of Shepherd’s Pie, corned beef & cabbage, and banger sausage served with soda bread. 

At Todd English’s Tuscany, guests can enjoy House-Made Wagyu Corned Beef, served with salt-cured potatoes, honey-glazed carrots and a cabbage béchamel. The drink special is a Shamrock Shake, made with Irish pot de crème and green matcha popcorn with a bourbon glaze.

Hash House A Go Go is getting in on the St. Patrick’s Day festivities with featured food and drink specials. Options include Corned Beef Hash Breakfast Tacos for $17.99, which consist of finely chopped corned beef and red potatoes on warm corn tortillas, topped with cheddar scrambled eggs and pico de gallo, and served with crispy potatoes, sour cream and homemade spicy green sauce or a Leprechaun Flapjack for $12.99, which is a delicious green pancake, topped with rich cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of Leprechaun dust (green sugar). Guests can also sip on either a Shamrock Sparkle for $6.99, which is a lucky blend of sweet kiwi, zesty lime, and a Starry sparkle, or a Leprechaun Lemonade for $16.99, which is a mischievous blend of homemade green lemonade, crisp apple pucker and smooth vodka, topped with a shimmering green sugar rim.

MJ23 Sports Bar & Grill will feature Corned Beef served with carrots, cabbage, whole grain mustard aioli and Big Mike Sauce for $18 and Braised Short Rib served with Guiness sauce, peas, carrots, onions, and mashed Red Bliss potatoes for $32. MJ23 Sports Bar & Grill will also have Green Beer and Shamrock Martinis made with Baileys Irish Cream, crème de menthe, vodka, and half-and-half.

Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook will have drink specials available for the entire month of March. Guests can choose between a Green Apple Jolly Rancher made with Tito’s Vodka, sour apple, triple sec, and Sprite, or a Blue Powerade Margarita featuring Herradura Tequila, Powerade Mountain Berry Blast, lime sour, blue curaçao, and a sugar rim.

Over at Chocolux, guests can choose between a large selection of chocolates, including, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and sugar-free options, as well as special treats like the viral Dubai Bar for St. Patrick’s Day.

Lux Bond & Green is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a stunning collection of Irish Claddagh and clover jewelry, blending timeless design with affordable luxury. Items available include, but are not limited to, Claddagh Drop Earrings, Green Four-Leaf Clover Earrings, and Four-Leaf Clover Black Onyx Cufflinks.

novelle will offer St. Patrick’s Day food and drink specials available from Thursday, March 13th through Sunday, March 30th. Guests can indulge in Reuben Spring Rolls, a crispy, golden-brown twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, for $18. Drink specials include The Saint of Ireland Martini ($18), made with Jameson Irish Whiskey, Tippy Cow Mint Vanilla, Frangelico, blue curaçao and Irish gold flakes, and the Sardinian Charms ($13), made with Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin with Brazilian Pineapple, bergamot, elderflower, orange bitters and lemon sour.

Guests can also get the “paddy” started early and catch Dropkick Murphys as they headline Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, March 13th at 7:00pm. Dropkick Murphys St. Patrick’s Day 2025 Tour features special guests The Menzingers and Teenage Bottlerocket. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased via ticketmaster.com or the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.

For additional information regarding St. Patrick’s Day specials, 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, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, 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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.

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Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook to Host Hardwood Havoc

Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook to Host Hardwood Havoc

College Basketball’s most Exciting time of the Year brings F&B specials, an Electric Atmosphere and a Chance to Compete for $10,000!

UNCASVILLE, CT (February 25, 2025) – It’s college basketball tournament season, and guests are invited to the ultimate showdown at Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook! This year, guests can experience Hardwood Havoc on the largest video wall in the Northeast—a jaw-dropping 140 feet of non-stop action! Guests can also take their shot in the Mini Hoops Mania contest where one lucky winner will take home the grand prize of a trip for two to Las Vegas, two-night hotel accommodations, two tickets to the Bud Light March Hoops Watch Party and entry into the Mini Hoops Mania Finals for a shot at $10,000! In this contest, participants try to make as many shots in a set amount of time on a mini arcade-style basketball hoop!

From Thursday, March 20th – Sunday, March 23rd, Thursday, March 27th – Sunday, March 30th, and Friday, April 4th – Monday, April 7th guests can lock in a reservation at Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook to ensure they never miss a buzzer-beater, three-pointer, or the sheer madness of the tournament. With ice-cold drinks, incredible food, and an electric atmosphere, every night will have those in attendance feeling like they’re courtside for the big game. All guests must be 21+ to enter Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook.

Guests who think they’ve got what it takes to dominant the court can compete in the Mini Hoops Mania contest, sponsored by Bud Light! On Thursday, March 13th from Noon – 10:00pm, Friday, March 14th from Noon – 10:00pm, and Saturday, March 15th from 10:00am – 6:00pm, guests can prove their skills in the Mini Hoops Mania contest, where every shot counts and the stakes are sky-high! Each contestant can participate one time per day over the course of  three days, and can earn additional entries by purchasing a bucket of beer (Anheuser-Busch products only).

Contestants are given 30 seconds to rack up as many points as possible with each shot earning them two points. In the final 10 seconds, shots are worth three points. If a player hits 30 points, then they get an extra 15 seconds added to their total time. If a player hits 60 points, they earn an additional 10 seconds. If a player reaches 100 points in one turn, then they are in the finals, which will take place on Saturday, March 15th at 7:00pm. The best of the best will go head-to-head, with the top two scorers battling in a best-of-three showdown for the grand prize of a trip for two to Las Vegas, two-night hotel accommodations, two tickets to the Bud Light March Hoops Watch Party and entry into the Mini Hoops Mania Finals for a shot at $10,000! All finals contestants will win a bucket of beer (Anheuser-Busch products only) after competing.

For more details on Hardwood Havoc at Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook, 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, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, 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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.

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Mohegan Sun Announces Two VP Promotions

Mary Wren, a 20+ year Team Member and Chris Greaney, a 10-year Team Member, Appointed to Vice President roles

UNCASVILLE, CT (February 24, 2025) – Mohegan Sun is excited to announce the promotions of Mary Wren to Vice President of Hotel Operations and Chris Greaney to Vice President of Food & Beverage. Both Wren and Greaney have enjoyed long and impactful careers at Mohegan Sun, bringing immense value, leadership and talent to their new executive positions.  

“Mohegan Sun is home to one of the busiest hotels in the region in addition to being a world-class destination for exceptional dining experiences and the success we’ve seen in both of these categories isn’t possible without the expertise and drive by leaders like Mary and Chris!” -Said Jeff Hamilton, President & GM of Mohegan Sun. “I am excited for their next chapter and very much look forward to working with them as we continue to deliver unmatched service and lasting memories for our guests.”

Mary Wren started in 2002 with Mohegan Sun’s very first hotel team, helping to welcome guests for their first overnight stays at Sky Tower. Her career in hotel operations grew from there as Wren became Front Office Manager, Hotel Manager and Director of Operations before her latest promotion to VP of Hotel Operations. Wren also played an integral role in launching Mohegan Pennsylvania’s first hotel in 2013 and was a major player in the opening Mohegan Sun’s second hotel tower, Earth Tower, in 2016. As VP of Hotel Operations, Wren will oversee hotel operations and lead strategic planning for the overall hotel team at Mohegan Sun, in addition to leading the Environmental Services (EVS) team.

Chris Greaney began his career at Mohegan Sun in 2014 as the Service Manager at Bar American and from there, he became Operations Manager at Todd English’s Tuscany shortly before being named Director of Fine Dining for Mohegan Sun. As the VP of F&B, Greaney will oversee all areas of Mohegan Sun’s owned or managed restaurant, lounge and nightlife offerings. This includes guiding operations and top-notch guest service for a variety of eateries and fine dining attractions across Mohegan Sun, including the likes of: TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge, novelle, Todd English’s Tuscany, Sunrise Square Food Court, Thirty-Three Lounge, The Crafty Slice and the all-new Beauty & Essex. Greaney played a key role in recent Mohegan Sun beverage partnerships with regional brands like Waypoint Spirits, Downeast Cider and  Two Roads Brewing Company – which produced the popular Jackpot Juice Hazy IPA.

Chris Greaney resides in Mystic with his wife and two children and studied Civil Engineering at UConn prior transitioning into Hospitality, starting his gourmet career with Tom Colicchios Craftsteak.

Mary Wren is a graduate of UConn (School of Business) and currently resides in Waterford with her two children and their family dog, Charley.

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, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, 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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube

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Regional Chamber Honors Mohegan Executive with Distinguished Award

Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT announces the head of Mohegan Sun as 2025 Citizen of the Year (COY).

New London, CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut is pleased to announce Jeffrey ‘Jeff’ Hamilton, President and General Manager of Mohegan Sun, as the 74th Annual Citizen of the Year.

Jeff, a member of the Mohegan Tribe, has over two decades of experience at Mohegan Sun. The alumnus of Seton Hall University and University of New Haven carries both a bachelor’s and master’s degree. Prior to his current position, he worked as the Assistant General Manager and in key management roles within the Advertising and Human Resource departments. As President and General Manager, Hamilton is responsible for achieving overall business objectives, driving strategic planning, and ensuring operational success while also overseeing project development, marketing and fiscal planning, technology, and visitor experience.

Chamber staff surprised Hamilton during a Tribal Council Meeting on February 11 at the Mohegan Community and Government Center with the distinction.

It is with great honor that we (the Chamber) present Jeff with our 74 Annual Citizen of the Year award. His unwavering commitment to both the success of the Mohegan Sun and Tribe and the betterment of our community reflects the true spirit of what it means to be a leader. Today, we celebrate not only the incredible achievements of his career but also the continuous impact he will have on our region and beyond,” states Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT President, Tony Sheridan.

Citizen of the Year is an annual award given to an extraordinary individual for their outstanding contributions to the civic and business communities of the region. The full list of past Citizens can be found here. Most recent honorees include Mike Buscetto (Filomena’s; Cactus Jack Foundation), Chief Lynn Malerba (Mohegan Tribe; Former U.S. Treasurer), and Dr. John Burkhardt (Pfizer, Retired).

Hamilton was chosen not only for his longstanding leadership at Mohegan, but for also proudly serving on the Board of Directors for the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut – where he was awarded the Chairman’s Award of Excellence for increasing Mohegan Sun employees’ participation by 23% in the 2019-20 United Way Campaign efforts. Additionally, he is an active board member of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (CT Chapter), a member of the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) State of CT Advisory Council, and member of the State of CT Tourism Council.

Jeff notably has also spearheaded the Tribe and Sun’s mutual efforts in supporting The Governor’s Prevention Partnership, a pivotal public-private initiative established in 1989, which combats substance and alcohol abuse among state youth through generous Casino/Tribe donations and program mentorship.

“I am truly honored to be recognized by the Chamber of Commerce for Eastern CT as Citizen of the Year,” said Jeff Hamilton, President and General Manager of Mohegan Sun.

“I have been blessed to work alongside so many great people over the last 20 years that have assisted and guided me not only in my career journey at Mohegan Sun, but with work that I have been able to enjoy with many great philanthropic organizations in our community as well. I look forward to celebrating with many of those special people in May.”

A formal celebration is scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2025, in Mohegan Sun’s Earth Ballroom, where Jeff will be honored in the company of the local business community, Council leaders, Tribal Elders, and family. Additional details to follow.

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About the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut:

We are the region’s largest network of professionals, representing over a thousand organizations spanning eastern Connecticut and beyond. Our mission is to create and maintain a positive business climate that meets the needs of our members by supporting economic development and growth in the region. For more information, visit ChamberECT.com.

Stephen Pearcy and Warren DeMartini Announce April Mohegan Sun Arena Show

Stephen Pearcy and Warren DeMartini Announce April Mohegan Sun Arena Show

Tickets on sale Friday, February 28th

UNCASVILLE, CT (February 24, 2025) –– Current and former RATT members Stephen Pearcy and Warren DeMartini are scheduled to appear at  Mohegan Sun Arena  Saturday, April 5th for an unforgettable night of Classic Rock. The credited singer and guitarist behind nine Billboard charting singles and five Billboard charting albums will be joined by special guest Vixen during the 7:30pm show.  

Tickets will go on sale Friday, February 28th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Rock fans can purchase at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, March 1st, subject to availability. 

ABOUT PEARCY AND DEMARTINI

Legendary frontman Stephen Pearcy and guitar virtuoso Warren DeMartini, the driving forces behind RATT, are back together, bringing fans the music that made their band one of the most influential of the 80’s hard Rock scene.

RATT’s signature Sunset Strip sound helped define a generation, making them one of the biggest Rock acts of the mid-80’s. As pioneers of Hollywood’s legendary Rock scene, Pearcy and DeMartini became true legends while headlining massive arena tours with RATT and selling multiple platinum albums.

The duo is now reigniting the fire, delivering the music that made RATT a household name with an all-star lineup including Carlos Cavazo (Quiet Riot, RATT), Blas Elias (Slaughter), and Matt Thorne (RATT)

ABOUT VIXEN

Vixen was founded in St. Paul Minnesota by a high school guitarist Jan Kuehnemund. The desire to achieve the Rock star dreams like so many before her, Jan took her group to Hollywood but soon retooled the lineup which included; vocalist Janet Gardner, drummer Roxy Petrucci, and bassist Share Ross (Pederson)

Vixen is the only all-female Hard Rock band of the 80’s to sell over two million albums, have six #1 videos on MTV, and have four songs in Billboard’s Top 100. EMI Records released their self-named debut album Vixen featuring the groups’ first hit “Edge of a Broken Heart”, penned by Richard Marx and Fee Waybill (The Tubes). MTV became Vixen’s playground and so coupled with exhaustive touring Vixen embarked on their ride.

ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA

Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”.  Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is also a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) and G2E Las Vegas. 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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Big Time Rush Announces Return to Mohegan Sun Arena

Big Time Rush Announces Return to Mohegan Sun Arena

Tickets to “Big Time Rush Life Worldwide” on sale Friday, February 28th

UNCASVILLE, CT (February 20, 2025) –Global Pop sensation and former Nickelodeon stars Big Time Rush are gearing up for a massive 2025 with the announcement of a brand-new tour, Big Time Rush In Real Life Worldwide. The tour includes a performance at Mohegan Sun Arena  scheduled for 7:00pm on Saturday, July 26th. The Big Time Rush In Real Life Worldwide Tour promises an unforgettable night, featuring the talented Katelynn Tarver and Stephen Kramer Glickman as supporting acts.

Tickets to see the famed boy band go on sale Friday, February 28th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, March 1st, subject to availability.

Big Time Rush In Real Life Worldwide will give fans exactly what they’ve long asked for – the band will play every song from every episode of their hit Nickelodeon show, many of which, have never been played live. Rushers will finally get to revisit their favorite moments from the show, plus many more surprises.

ABOUT BIG TIME RUSH

Big Time Rush became an overnight sensation in November 2009 when the scripted TV show of the same name launched on Nickelodeon. The show focused on the Hollywood adventures of four hockey players from Minnesota after they were selected to form a boy band. The show became a huge success and later, Carlos, Kendall, James, and Logan came to life as a band off the screen releasing three full length albums and performing across the globe. As the show concluded in July 2013 and after four years of recording music and touring as a band, they went their separate ways but remained close friends through the years.

The power group kicked off 2022 stronger than ever with the launch of their wildly successful, sold-out Forever Tour, as well as all new music, including hit singles “Honey,” “Fall,” and “Not Giving You Up.” The Forever Tour included numerous sell outs including shows in Chicago, at New York City’s legendary Madison Square Garden and on all dates on their Mexico Tour. The tour concluded in early 2023 in South America with shows in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia and Chile. 

Another Life, which was released in June of 2023, was the band’s first new studio album release in ten years and was followed up by a special deluxe version in November. The band’s 2023 Can’t Get Enough Tour sold out amphitheater and arena shows – selling out venues across the US including Los Angeles’s KIA Forum and New York’s Jones Beach on the 39-city run. Across 2022 and 2023 the band’s reunion resulted in over 600,000 tickets sold.

2024 was another incredible year for Big Time Rush, including several sold-out international tours in the UK, Europe, Asia & Australia. The band ended the year with their sold-out holiday extravaganza – Big Time Rush On Ice – bringing their fans together for a first of its kind skating and concert spectacle on ice.

ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA

Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”.  Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is also a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) and G2E Las Vegas. 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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Lucky Mohegan Sun Guest Wins $1,338,736.40 off $5 Side Bet

Lucky Mohegan Sun Guest Wins $1,338,736.40 off $5 Side Bet

Mohegan Sun still has two $1 million Progressive Jackpots up for Grabs on Select Table Games

UNCASVILLE, CT (February 20, 2025) – On Thursday, February 13th, a lucky Mohegan Sun guest walked away with a life-changing $1,338,736.40 jackpot. The guest was playing the optional $5 Super 4 Progressive side bet on a Blackjack table in Casino of the Earth at the time the jackpot was won.

The Super 4 Progressive side bet is offered on all Blackjack tables at Mohegan Sun and is triggered when the dealer’s hand is a Blackjack; the amount of the payout is dependent on the value and suit of both the player’s and dealer’s hand. This guest hit the top jackpot which requires the four cards in the hand to be A, K, Q, and J of diamonds. Mohegan Sun was the first casino to offer Super 4 Progressive Blackjack in 2015 and is still one of only a few casinos that offer the game across the United States.

Currently at Mohegan Sun, there are two additional one million dollar jackpots up for grabs! Pai Gow Poker (Fortune Pai Gow Progressive) and Spanish 21 (Bonus Spin Extreme Progressive) table games both have progressive jackpots over a million dollars and are growing! Guests can be in the running for one of these massive jackpots by playing the $5 side-bet.

To learn more on all that Mohegan Sun has to offer, visit mohegansun.com/playing.


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, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, 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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube

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“The Cab” Cabaret Theatre to Feature Star-Studded Lineup in 2025

“The Cab” Cabaret Theatre to Feature Star-Studded Lineup in 2025

 Comedians Kev Herrera, Roy Wood Jr. and Anthony Rodia join The Bacon Brothers to kick off the Revamp of the
classic entertainment venue

UNCASVILLE, CT (February 19, 2025)The Cabaret Theatre at Mohegan Sun, also now known as “The Cab,” returns with force in 2025 as big-time acts headline marquee shows inside the intimate 450-seat venue in the coming months. Starting March 8th, “The Cab” will host some of the best stand-up acts in comedy, plus Michael Bacon and Kevin Bacon will bring back the Rock, Soul and Country sound guests have come to love when The Bacon Brothers play live on September 13th!

“We are thrilled to welcome back The Cab to our acclaimed entertainment portfolio, joining Mohegan Sun Arena and The Wolf Den,” said Tom Cantone, President of Sports & Entertainment for Mohegan. “The Cab is a unique and intimate venue that has hosted many memorable shows over the years. Returning to live entertainment now gives our guests more variety and diverse entertainment options in three very unique, award-winning venues.”

A wide range of performances and concerts have taken place at the esteemed Cabaret Theatre since Kristin Chenoweth opened its doors in January 2002. Nick Carter, Linda Eder, and Nick Swardson were on The Cab’s 2024 lineup. To continue drawing the top local and traveling performers, “The Cab” will maintain its intimate atmosphere with cutting-edge sound and lighting.

Entertainment acts that kick off the return of The “Cab” include:

Kev Herrera

Saturday, March 8th | 8:00pm

Kev Herrera’s stand-up comedy is unfiltered and raw, inspired by his triumphed life experiences that may have broken many. Kevin took a focused, creative direction with his organic character and animated persona by expanding his humor to produce relatable skits on social media for the everyday married couple, parent and anyone else who can relate! Tickets to see Herrera are on sale now via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.

Roy Wood Jr.

Saturday, April 5th | 8:00pm

Roy Wood Jr. is a comedian, an Emmy-nominated documentary producer, and WGA nominated writer. He served for eight years as a correspondent on Comedy Central’s Emmy award-winning The Daily Show. In 2023, Wood Jr. guest hosted The Daily Show and headlined the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, leading to its highest ratings since 2017. His fourth stand-up special, Lonely Flowers, premiered on Hulu earlier this year. Wood Jr. is the host of CNN’s Have I Got News for You, an American adaptation of a long-running UK comedy series, which kicked off season 2 on February 14th. Upcoming projects in 2025 include comedy film Outcome, Sundance film Love, Brooklyn and a memoir, titled The Man of Many Fathers.

Tickets to see Roy Wood Jr. go on sale Friday, February 21st at 10:00am via Ticketmaster. Guests can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, February 22nd.

Anthony Rodia

Friday, May 9th & Saturday, May 10th | 7:00pm

Anthony Rodia came out of the womb making people laugh. In his 20’s, he tried a few open mics but ultimately took a different career path as a finance manager of a luxury car dealership. In 2019, Rodia returned to comedy and left his day job to become a full-time stand-up comic. He hit the ground running and performed 100 shows in just nine months, and within three years, Anthony has gained a massive fan base online and around the country. In a very short time, Anthony gained over 900,000 social media followers and his YouTube videos have amassed over 22 million views. Rodia’s comedy pulls from his real life and razor-sharp observations on marriage, parenthood, road rage, and everything else worthy of a social media rant.

Tickets to see Anthony Rodia go on sale Friday, February 28th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster. Guests can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, March 1st.

Jason Ledanye

Friday, August 22nd & Saturday, August 23rd | 7:00pm

Jason Ledanye is an incredibly talented magician and sleight-of-hand entertainer who has lectured around the globe, published books on card magic, and has amassed a social media following of over a million. He has performed all over the world including at The World-Famous Magic Castle in Los Angeles and The Chicago Magic Lounge.

Ticket information for Jason Ledanye is forthcoming. Guests are encouraged to check out mohegansun.com/entertainment for details!

The Bacon Brothers

Saturday, September 13th | 7:00pm

For The Bacon Brothers, music is all about exploration. Michael and Kevin Bacon have spent the better part of three decades creating their own mix of Folk, Rock, Soul, and Country music. They call that diverse sound “forosoco,” and it’s taken them around the world, from headlining gigs in Japan to American performances at iconic venues like Carnegie Hall, the Grand Ole Opry and Gruene Hall. The two siblings may be bound together by blood and a mutual love of American Roots music, but they’ve grown into sharp songwriters and cinematic storytellers with their own distinct approaches. Ballad Of The Brothers makes room for both of those approaches, offering a mix of edgy Alt-Rock (“Take Off This Tattoo”), Motown-inspired Soul (“Put Your Hand Up”), fingerpicked Folk (“Let That Be Enough”), and everything in between.

Ticket information for The Bacon Brothers is forthcoming. Guests are encouraged to check out mohegansun.com/entertainment for details!

ABOUT THE CABARET THEATRE

The 450-seat Cabaret Theatre, known also as “The Cab”is a beautiful venue in Mohegan Sun’s Casino of the Sky that returns in full force in 2025 hosting acts like Anthony Rodia, Roy Wood, Jr., The Bacon Brothers and more.  Throughout its history, “The Cab” has showcased dynamic music, popular comedy performances and intimate special events. Opened in 2002, top performers and personalities who have had events inside The Cabaret Theatre include: Dionne Warwick, Al Jarreau, Tony Danza, Neil Sedaka, Joey McIntyre, Michael Bublé, Lou Rawls, Tony Bennett, Wanda Sykes, Paul Anka, Smothers Brothers, Tony Orlando, Derek Jeter, Aaron Lewis, Indigo Girls, Dave Attell, Chris Botti, Air Supply and Chelsea Handler. 

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