Tickets to see the Mohegan Sun Arena Walk of Fame member go on sale via Ticketmaster at 10:00am on Friday, November 14th. Tickets will be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, November 15th. For Friday tickets, click HERE and for Saturday, click HERE.
In select markets, Rife will introduce a new 360° in-the-round stage design, giving fans a completely immersive experience. With the addition of these shows, Matt will be heading to 10+ countries next year with a total of 60+ shows.
The 2026 leg follows this year’s Stay Golden Tour, which saw Rife play shows across San Diego, Austin, Philadelphia, and more — including two sold-out nights at New York’s Madison Square Garden, making him the youngest comedian to sell out the venue. Rife has shattered multiple venue records across the country on this tour, including the most single-event tickets ever sold at both Columbus’ Nationwide Arena and Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena, as well as the all-time ticket sales record at Manchester’s SNHU Arena and the paid seat record for the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, MI. He also set a new benchmark at Anaheim’s Honda Center, breaking the record for most tickets sold by a comedian in the venue’s history.
His Stay Golden era builds on the success of his ProbleMATTic World Tour, where Rife sold over 600,000 tickets across 250+ shows in under 48 hours following its 2023 announcement. That global run included stops across North America, Europe, the UK, and Australia, solidifying his status as one of comedy’s biggest breakout stars.
Rife’s next special for Netflix premieres globally on December 2nd, 2025. Matt Rife: Unwrapped — A Christmas Crowd Work Special, “explores gifts, traditions and who’s made it on the naughty or nice list this year.” Directed by Erik Griffin, the special was taped in Phoenix, Arizona. Rife also executive produced along with Christina Shams. His company, Carpe Noctem, produced the special along with Avesta Entertainment and Above Average.
ABOUT MATT RIFE
Comedian/Actor/Producer/Writer/and NY Times Best Selling Author Matt Rife has cemented himself as one of the biggest stand ups in the world through his chart-topping Netflix specials and his remarkable engagement on social media where he has amassed over 44.6 million followers, and more than 3 billion views globally.
Last December, Rife released his first book, Your Mom’s Gonna Love Me, a memoir from Simon & Schuster which instantly became a New York Times bestseller. In his book, Rife reveals (without apology, of course) what led him to becoming comedy’s biggest lightning rod before he reached thirty, in a story full of bold and hysterical takes on everything from Rap battles with ex-cons to Matt’s struggles with depression and his many brushes with failure before finally hitting it big.
On his ProbleMATTic World Tour, Rife sold out four shows at The Dolby Theater in Hollywood, where the Academy Awards are held. In December 2023, Rife set a record at the Mohegan Sun Arena with five nights of consecutive sold out performances and he became the youngest stand-up comedian to sell out the Hollywood Bowl with over 17,000 tickets sold. This tour sold over 600,000 tickets in under 48 hours, becoming one of the largest comedy tours in over 20 years. After the success of his tour, Rife signed on for a second world tour with Live Nation & a feature film, Rolling Loud, an R-rated comedy co-starring Owen Wilson and co-produced by Live Nation Productions and American High.
As a result of his success, Rife earned placement on the Forbes list for Forbes 30 under 30 in 2023 and top creators lists in 2024 and 2025.
Originally from a small town near Columbus, Ohio, Matt started performing at the age of 15 then moved out to Los Angeles two years later where he began his career in Hollywood.
In 2021, Rife self-produced and distributed through YouTube his first one-hour comedy special, Only Fans. In April 2023, the comedian bet on himself again and self-released his second stand-up special,Matthew StevenRife on YouTube. The special was taped in Austin, TX and is dedicated to his biggest role model, his grandfather Steven who had recently passed. Only a couple months later, Rife decided to release a crowd work special, Walking Red Flag on YouTube, which has amassed over 17 million views.
On November 15th, 2023, the comedian released his highly anticipated third stand-up special, Matt Rife: Natural Selection on Netflix, which garnered outstanding numbers including over 10.3 million views in its first two weeks and earned a Top 10 ranking in 42 countries including #1 in US, Canada, and South Africa. Natural Selection was the most viewed special on Netflix for the second half of 2023. From the overwhelming success of his first Netflix special, Rife inked a two-special deal along with a development deal for a series that he will write and star in. The deal with Rife included Netflix’s first ever crowd work special, Lucid, which debuted on August 13th, 2024 and again cemented him in the top 10 most watched shows in 37 countries on the streamer for two weeks.
In addition to stand-up, he made his television debut on MTV’sWild ‘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 Fresh Off The Boat, NBC’s comedy competition show Bring The Funny, Netflix’s That 90’s Show, and can be seen in the final season of Netflix’s comedy series Mo, opposite Mo Amer.
Most recently, it was announced that Rife is set to co-star Julia Garner in Netflix’s new series, The Altruists, based on the collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX.
He will also star in The Escort, a comedy film from Wedding Crashers’ Director David Dobkin. It was also recently announced that Rife will be starring, co-writing and producing The Chasm, a feature mockumentary comedy with Skydance Sports which follows an overconfident climber who chooses to proceed solo on a historic and potentially fatal rock climb.
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world, 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 worldwide “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size from both Pollstar and VenuesNow. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been named the “World’s Best Casino Venue,” by Hartford Magazine, and is an eight-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards and one from G2E Las Vegas. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit the Mohegan Sun website. For this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711. Complimentary self-parking is available in three convenient garages.
The Boston legend will host “Toast with the Host” inside novelle at Mohegan Sun, on Friday January 23rd; Celebrity Chef After Party and Brunch in the Shed also added to Sun Wine Food Fest 2026
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 10, 2025) – Mohegan Sun is excited to announce three new events have been added to the 22nd Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest lineup! For the first time, world-champion David Ortiz will host his very own Sun Wine & Food Festival event when Toast with the Host featuring Big Papi arrives on the night of Friday, January 23rd – celebrating Ozama Rum and mingling with fans! Following a full slate of world-class events on Saturday, January 24th, a special Celebrity Chef After Party will start at 10:30pm that evening! And finally, Brunch In The Shed will take place from 10:00am -2:00pm to close out an incredible weekend of food & wine. Exclusive Sun Wine & Food Festival events like the Celebrity Chef Dine Around, Suntory Global Spirits Presents: Asian Market and Sun Patio Ice Bar Experience and many more are already on-sale via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
From 8:00pm – 9:30pm on Friday, January 23rd, guests are invited to raise a glass in style at novelle, as Mohegan Sun presents Toast with the Host Featuring David “Big Papi” Ortiz. Baseball legend and founder of Ozama Rum, David “Big Papi” Ortiz, invites guests to begin their night with a pour and watch it unfold into something unforgettable. At this exclusive event, guests will step into a sleek, lounge-like setting, mingle with fellow enthusiasts, experience an exceptional tasting of Ozama Rum, and connect with the personality behind the pour, David Ortiz.
On Saturday, January 24th, guests can head to Avalon Nightclub and wrap up the night in unforgettable style at the Celebrity Chef After Party. From 10:30pm – 2:00am, DJ James Kennedy will have guests dancing all night long while they sip on delicious cocktails featuring Patrón! With signature cocktails flowing and the energy rising, guests can expect a vibrant mix of music, mixology, and moments they won’t find anywhere else.
On Sunday, January 25th, guests can kick off day four of Sun Wine & Food Fest 2026 with the best kind of indulgence – Brunch In The Shed, where every dish is made from scratch, the vibes are impeccable, and the mimosas keep flowing. From 10:00am – 2:00pm, The Shed Restaurant will be featuring favorites like flaky Buttermilk Biscuits with house-made berry jam, the signature Shegg Sandwich loaded with bacon, cheddar and onion jam, and the famous crispy Chicken & Waffles drizzled with spicy habanero honey. Each ticket includes one appetizer, one entrée, and two beverages from The Shed’s special Sun Wine & Food Fest menu, featuring hand-crafted cocktails, local beers, wines, and mocktails.
For the full list of Sun Wine & Food Fest events, visit the Mohegan Sun website.
Media coverage opportunities at Sun Wine & Food Fest are available. For more information, please contact Senior PR Specialist Jack Graham at [email protected].
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.
Tickets for the general on sale will be available via Ticketmaster beginning at 10:00am on Friday, November 14th, and will be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, November 15th.
Sir Rod Stewart CBE is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with more than 250 million albums and singles sold worldwide. His signature voice, style, and songwriting have transcended all genres of popular music—from Rock, Soul and R&B to the standards and Big Band Swing—making him one of the few stars to enjoy chart-topping albums in every decade of his five+ decade career.
Born in North London with Scottish roots, Stewart first made his mark in the 1960s with Long John Baldry, Steampacket, Shotgun Express, and later through seminal work with Jeff Beck and the Faces. He then launched a solo career that produced some of the biggest hits in music history, including “Maggie May,” “Forever Young,” “Rhythm of My Heart,” “Tonight’s the Night,” “I Don’t Want to Talk About It,” “You Wear It Well,” and “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy.”
The 2000s saw Sir Rod record five acclaimed volumes of his Great American Songbook series, pushing his career into uncharted territory and creating the biggest-selling ongoing series of new music recordings in history. His rekindled love of songwriting continued with the release of four studio albums of original songs beginning with 2013’s Time—a chart-topping record that reached the Top 10 in the U.S. and ten countries worldwide, including number one in the U.K., where it was certified double-platinum. In addition, Stewart revisited some of his greatest hits with You’re in My Heart: Rod Stewart with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. A timeless record which spent three weeks at number one, making it Stewart’s 10th chart-topping album—a milestone in an already remarkable career.
In 2024, Stewart released Swing Fever, his 33rd studio album and a collaboration with Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. The sparkling salute to the timeless Big Band era debuted at number one in the U.K., giving Stewart his 11th career chart-topper and placing him alongside David Bowie, Taylor Swift, and U2 on the all-time list of acts with the most number one albums in the U.K.
Stewart’s One Last Time world tour, launched in 2024, is a global box office smash—ranked among the Top 20 Global Concert Tours of 2024—and continues with sold-out shows across North America, Europe, South America, and beyond. In Las Vegas, his record-setting 13-year residency Rod Stewart: The Hits became one of the most successful runs in Caesars Palace history, drawing hundreds of thousands of fans. Due to overwhelming demand, he has returned with The Encore Shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
Stewart’s extraordinary catalog includes ten U.K. number one albums, 31 U.K. Top 10 singles, 17 U.S. Top 10 albums, and 16 U.S. Top 10 singles. He has earned countless of the industry’s highest honors and awards including, two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, the ASCAP Founders Award for songwriting, Grammy™ Living Legend, Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music, UK Music Hall of Fame, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, New York Times bestselling author, Lifetime Achievement Award, American Music Awards. And in 2016 he was bestowed his most treasured honor when he was knighted at Buckingham Palace for his services to music and charity.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world, 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 worldwide “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size from both Pollstar and VenuesNow. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been named the “World’s Best Casino Venue,” by Hartford Magazine, and is an eight-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards and one from G2E Las Vegas. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit the Mohegan Sun website. For this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711. Complimentary self-parking is available in three convenient garages.
$600 No Limit Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament to take place November 19th – 22nd
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 29, 2025) – Stakes are high as the action heats up for Mohegan Sun’s annual Fall Showdown Tournament – taking place from Wednesday, November 19th through Saturday, November 22nd. This no limit Texas Hold’em poker tournament has a $100,000 guarantee with a pay structure that awards the top 12%. Entry fee for players is $600 and participants will begin with 30,000 in tournament chips with an option to purchase a 5,000 chip dealer add-on for $10. On-site registration will take place in the Mohegan Sun Poker Room one hour before the start of each flight and will remain open until the beginning of level nine.
Fall Showdown Satellite Tournaments, which provide players with a shot at winning a seat at the Fall Showdown main event, are also taking place on Mondays, November 3rd, 10th, and 17th at 6:00pm and Wednesdays, November 5th and 12th at 11:00am. Entry for these satellite tournaments is $155. Players will begin with 15,000 in tournament chips and play will continue until all winners are declared. Players will have a one in five chance in these special tournaments to advance to Mohegan Sun’s Fall Showdown Tournament!
Beyond the Fall Showdown Tournament, Mohegan Sun Poker Room regularly offers daily “No Limit Texas Hold’em” and “Bounty” tournaments. A full tournament schedule can be found on the Mohegan Sun website. Those not looking to play in tournaments can check out Mohegan Sun Poker Room’s daily cash game offerings including 7 Card Stud, Texas Hold’em, No Limit Texas Hold’em, Omaha, Razz, Badugi and 2-7 Triple Draw.
For more information about Mohegan Sun’s Fall Showdown Tournament and all other Poker offerings, visit mohegansun.com/poker.
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.
Three-day Festival kicks off Friday November 7th; Tickets on sale now
WHAT: Celebrate the season at the 39th Annual New England Christmas Festival, returning to Mohegan Sun just in time for the holidays. Guests are invited to jumpstart their holiday shopping at this once-a-year event! From special handcrafted gifts and specialty foods to the most memorable seasonal decor, guests can immerse themselves in holiday cheer at New England’s premier Christmas festival.
WHEN: Friday, November 7th – Sunday, November 9th
Friday, November 7th – 9:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday, November 8th – 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday, November 9th – 9:00am – 5:00pm
WHERE: Earth Expo & Convention Center
IN DETAIL: The 39th Annual New England Christmas Festival is returning to Mohegan Sun’s Earth Expo & Convention Center and is set to offer more than 400 pop-up boutiques showcasing handcrafted items in every price range from America’s premier artisans and craftsmen. Since 1982, this multi-award-winning festival has been guests’ one-stop holiday shopping solution. The largest arts and crafts festival in New England will feature aisles chock full of seasonal decor, distinctive home accessories, fashion, fine jewelry, specialty foods, adorable kids’ clothing & toys, spa products, and so much more.
For three days only, guests can experience a fun and memorable shopping destination while seeking something special for their loved ones (including your 4-legged friends) this gift-giving season. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased on the New England Christmas Festival 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.
The Connecticut International Auto Show comes to the Earth Expo and Convention Center at Mohegan Sun on November 15-16. From the hottest new cars, tricked-out custom rides, sleek EVs, and jaw-dropping classics, this show has it all. See new cars, custom rides, EVs, and classics, talk to experts, and test drive vehicles—all in one hands-on event.
Guests can compare hybrids, plug-in hybrids, EVs, and traditional gas engines to discover what best suits their lifestyle. Attendees can get an up-close look at must-see new model vehicles from Chevrolet, Ford, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Ineos Grenadier, Infinity, Jaguar, Kia, Lotus, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, and Volvo. New this year, Ineos Grenadier will join the lineup of featured brands.
“It’s all about choices this year,” said Kelley Blue Book Executive Editor Brian Moody. “Consumers can pick from fast, powerful gas vehicles like the Nissan Armada and Subaru Forester, or explore hybrids that are growing in popularity, including the Kia Carnival, Toyota Camry, and new Jeep Cherokee Hybrid, the brand’s first pure hybrid in North America. The Connecticut Auto Show offers a pressure-free environment to gather information, compare options and test drive vehicles available today.”
Guests can also get behind the wheel and take some of the latest Chevrolet vehicles for a test drive around the center, courtesy of the Chevrolet dealers of Connecticut. The EV Showcase is a great place to check out some of the latest all-electric vehicles from a variety of brands—Cadillac, Chevrolet, Genesis, GMC, Hyundai, and more. Also, don’t miss furry friends from Pack Leaders Rescue of Connecticutlooking for forever homes in the Subaru Loves Pets display.
Additional special features at the auto show include:
Luxury Vehicle Display – Over-the-top luxury vehicles from Maserati, Alfa Romeo, Jaguar, and more.
401 Jeep Wave – Custom tricked-out off-road vehicles from local enthusiasts.
New England Supercar Club – See a collection of privately owned tricked-out exotics.
Valenti’s Classics — Classic cars from the Valenti family of dealerships private collection.
Enter to Win a New Bike – All attendees are invited to enter to win a n+ Mercedes-Benz EQ Formula E Team ebike on site at the show ($3,250 value), courtesy of the Connecticut Automotive Retailers Association.
The Connecticut International Auto Show is owned by the Connecticut Automotive Retailers Association and produced by Steve Freeman Events. The show will be open to the public Saturday, November 15 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, November 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Earth Expo & Convention Center at Mohegan Sun. (1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville, CT 06382.) Plenty of free parking is available onsite in the Winger Garage, adjacent to the Expo Center.Tickets are $14 for adults, $10 for senior citizens, and $6 for children 6-12. Children 6 and under are admitted free. Purchase tickets here. Members of the military are free with ID. For more information visit ctautoshow.com and follow Facebook.
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.
Festivities this Holiday Season also include a special SantaCon event at Mohegan Sun on Friday, December 12th
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 23, 2025) – Mohegan Sun is welcoming in the holiday season with the 3rd Annual Sun Patio Tree Lighting on Sunday, December 7th. From 3:00pm – 6:00pm, guests of all ages can experience the magic of the season as Mohegan Sun lights up the Sun Patio, featuring a special appearance by music legends Philip Bailey and Ralph Johnson of Earth, Wind & Fire. Mohegan Sun is also thrilled to host a SantaCon event on Friday, December 12th across popular nightlife stops like Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock, Avalon Nightclub and more.
At the annual family-fun Sun Patio Tree Lighting at Mohegan Sun, guests can enjoy a curated Holiday Market featuring the perfect seasonal finds and handcrafted gifts from well-known local vendors. Sip from a hot chocolate bar, enjoy festive cocktails at the Sun Patio are also on the docket, as are carolers filling the air with classic holiday tunes. Families will also have the opportunity to snap a photo with Santa to capture the holiday spirit. This event is free and will take place rain or shine. The main event will occur around 5:00pm when legendary musicians Philip Bailey and Ralph Johnson join Mohegan Sun’s Chief Marketing Officer Kim Noto to light up the tree!
Following their appearance at the Tree Lighting, Bailey and Johnson of Earth, Wind & Fire will take the stage returning to Mohegan Sun Arena. The performance is set to feature some of the band’s most iconic hits, including “September,” “Let’s Groove,” and “Shining Star.” With over five decades of legendary music, Earth, Wind & Fire continues to bring generations together through their timeless sound and dynamic live shows.
Tickets for Earth, Wind & Fire at Mohegan Sun Arena are available now via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Adding to the holiday excitement, Mohegan Sun will host its first ever SantaCon celebration on Friday, December 12th, turning the property into a winter wonderland of cheer from 6:00pm until participating locations close. Guests are encouraged to sport their best Santa attire and gather for the group photo at 9:00pm beneath the glowing Sun Patio tree.
In the spirit of giving, $5 from every ticket sold will benefit the Tommy Toy Fund of United Way, spreading holiday joy to children across the region.
Mohegan Sun’s SantaCon will feature a variety of drink specials across participating venues. Avalon Nightclub will offer a free cover for SantaCon guests and a $10 Jingle Juice made with Truly Wildberry Vodka, soda water, and a splash of cranberry juice. Chocoluxwill have a buy-one-get-one-free offer on its liquor bars. The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House will serve a $12 Mistletoe Sour with whiskey, sour mix, cranberry juice, fresh cranberries, and a rosemary sprig. Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock will offer a $12 Santa’s Spritz, made with Prosecco, Aperol, and cranberry juice.
Space and seating at each participating location is first-come, first-served; for closing times, hours at 24-hour locations, the full schedule, and additional information about SantaCon, please visit our 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 the 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena and the legendary Wolf Den . 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.
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 23, 2025) – History-making multi-platinum Australian Alt-Rock and future Punk / Pop band 5 Seconds of Summer have announced the ‘EVERYONE’S A STAR!’ world tour. The tour will kick off in March with a European and UK leg running through May, before the group makes their highly anticipated return to Mohegan Sun Arena, performing Friday, May 29, 2026. The 8:00pm show will be filled with all the group’s iconic hits including She Looks So Perfect, Amnesia, and Jet Black Heart.
Tickets go on sale Friday, October 31st via Ticketmaster, with tickets also available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, November 1st.
Alongside today’s announcement of the Live Nation promoted tour, the band releases the highly anticipated single, “Telephone Busy” off their forthcoming album EVERYONE’S A STAR! out November 14th. “Telephone Busy” follows their most recent release, “Boyband” which served as an ode to their fans and a playful nod to the label that’s followed them throughout their career.
Earlier this month, the band released the official video for their lead single “NOT OK,” directed by Hannah Lux Davis (Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, Avril Lavigne). “NOT OK” marked the first song from their highly anticipated sixth studio album, EVERYONE’S A STAR! dueout November 14th – and their first official new music since 2022.
To kick off the new chapter, the band surprised fans in Los Angeles with a pop-up performance. Announced just hours before showtime, thousands of fans lined up and down Sunset Boulevard eager to witness the start of the band’s new era and one-of-a-kind event.
The band debuted new songs off the album including lead single “NOT OK,” “Boyband” “Telephone Busy,” “No.1 Obsession” and “Everyone’s A Star!,” alongside fan favorites like “Youngblood,” “She’s So Perfect,” and “Teeth”.
Listen to “NOT OK” HERE | Watch official video for “NOT OK” HERE
5SOS is the only band (not vocal group) in chart history to see its first three full-length studio albums enter the Billboard 200 at #1. Across their catalog, 5SOS has sold more than eight million equivalent album units and sold over two million concert tickets worldwide, while cumulative streams of their songs now surpass seven billion.
The band – comprising Luke Hemmings (vocals/guitar), Michael Clifford (vocals/guitar), Calum Hood (vocals/bass) and Ashton Irwin (vocals/drums) – has been recognized with an array of prestigious accolades including an American Music Award, a People’s Choice Award, two iHeartRadio Music Awards, eight MTV European Music Awards, five ARIA Awards, two APRA and two MTV Video Music Awards.
Formed in Sydney, Australia in 2011, 5 Seconds of Summer have grown from local high school friends into one of the biggest bands of the 21st century. Across fourteen years, the multi-platinum group has sold over 18 million albums, moved more than six million tickets worldwide, generated over 10 billion streams, and achieved three Billboard 200 #1 debuts, while winning multiple accolades at the ARIA Awards, MTV EMAs, MTV VMAs, and beyond. Known for their genre-defying collaborations and globe-spanning tours, the quartet – Luke Hemmings, Michael Clifford, Calum Hood, and Ashton Irwin – continue to reinvent what a modern band can be.
With the release of their highly anticipated sixth album EVERYONE’S A STAR– their first under Republic Records – 5 Seconds of Summer usher in their most ambitious era yet, led by the explosive singles “NOT OK,” “Boyband,” and now “Telephone Busy.”
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena,one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world, 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 worldwide “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size from both Pollstar and VenuesNow. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been named the “World’s Best Casino Venue,” by Hartford Magazine, and is an eight-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards and one from G2E Las Vegas. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit the Mohegan Sun website. For this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711. Complimentary self-parking is available in three convenient garages.
Fans will be able to participate in the RUSH Artist Presaleby signing up HEREno later than Thursday, October 23 at 11:59pm ET. Tickets for the general public will be available via Ticketmaster beginning at Noon on Friday, October 31st, and at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, November 1st. Tickets for the Friday, October 30th show are available HERE, and tickets for the Sunday, November 1st show are available HERE.
ABOUT RUSH
RUSH took rock music into uncharted territory and to unmatched heights fueled by the once-in-a-lifetime interplay of Geddy Lee [bass, keys, vocals], Alex Lifeson [guitar, vocals], and the late Neil Peart [drums, lyrics]. Selling over 45 million albums worldwide, garnering seven GRAMMY® Award nominations, tallying billions of streams, and earning induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame®, and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, the pioneering trio’s incalculable influence has spanned generations, attracting one of the most ardent audiences in history. These musicians effectively reimagined and redefined rock without boundaries, striking a balance between elite instrumentation, anthemic vocals, provocative lyricism, and timeless storytelling both sonically and thematically. RUSH notably achieved “the third most consecutive gold/platinum studio albums by a rock a band behind only the Beatles and the Rolling Stones.” Furthermore, their accolades have included becoming Officers of the Order of Canada in 1996, achieving the Canadian Governor General’s Performing Arts Award in 2012, and receiving recognition with both a star on the Canada Walk of Fame and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The world tragically said goodbye to Peart on January 7th, 2020 following his battle with brain cancer. Honouring Peart and the legacy the band had forged together, Lee and Lifeson celebrate RUSH on tour in 2026. It’s a moment for new listeners to finally experience this music live in all of its glory and another chance for the group’s faithful fanbase to rally again.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world, 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 worldwide “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size from both Pollstar and VenuesNow. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been named the “World’s Best Casino Venue,” by Hartford Magazine, and is an eight-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards and one from G2E Las Vegas. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit the Mohegan Sun website. For this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711. Complimentary self-parking is available in three convenient garages.
Two Other Lucky Mohegan Sun Guests also walked away with $100,000+ Jackpots this month!
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 22, 2025) – Mohegan Sun continues to be the place to be for big wins, with three lucky guests recently hitting jackpots of over $100,000 – including a $202,338 prize on a Wheel of Fortune slot machine! In total, these three wins in October exceed half-a-million.
On Sunday, October 19th, Johnston, RI resident, Arthur S., was playing on an IGT Wheel of Fortune – Triple Double Diamond slot machine in Casino of the Sky when he landed a $202,338.91 jackpot! Arthur was betting $2.50 at the time he spun three Wheel of Fortune symbols that triggered the massive progressive jackpot.
Also on Sunday, October 19th, a Springfield, NJ resident was playing on an Ultimate X Triple Double Bonus Poker slot machine in Casino of the Sky when they hit a $241,200 jackpot! The lucky Mohegan Sun guest was betting $150 at the time the jackpot was won.
On Saturday, October 18th, a Connecticut resident was playing on Light & Wonder’s ULTIMATE FIRE LINK™ Ultra Bank slot machine in Casino of the Sky when they won a $108,386 jackpot. The Mohegan Sun guest was betting $75 and spun six orbs which triggered the hold & spin bonus feature, which ultimately landed them the MEGA jackpot.
Mohegan Sun’s two unique casinos, Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Earth, feature nearly 4,000 total slot games, as well as high-limit lounges and exclusive rewards while playing through the award-winning loyalty program, Momentum. Casino of the Sky is also home to Mohegan Sun’s most popular slot area, the Hold & Spin Slot Zone, which is home to more than 250 slot games like Dragon Link and Dollar Storm that have the exhilarating Hold & Spin bonus feature. This year Mohegan Sun also unveiled the Sky Slot Tournament Zone located near The Cabaret Theatre, featuring games like Wheel of Fortune, Hex Breaker and Cleopatra, all of which seamlessly switch between tournament mode and regular play. A special hotel package celebrating the new Sky Slot Tournament Zone, and equipped with $50 in Free Slot Play, is also being offered on mohegansun.com. More details on the “Lights, Slots, and Free Play” Hotel Package are available HERE.
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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.
