Aug 14, 2018 | Entertainment, General News
Coming to Mohegan Sun, Sunday, October 14th
UNCASVILLE, CT (August 14, 2018) – SO YOUR THINK YOU CAN DANCE, the 15 – time Emmy Award – winning show that sparked America’s fascination with dance, returns to the road this fall with their annual tour, SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE LIVE! 2018. Kicking off October 13th in Atlantic City, NJ at Ocean Resort Casino, the show performs in 40 – plus markets over the course of two months, stopping at Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday, October 14th at 7:00pm.
SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE LIVE! 2018 features the Top 10 contestants from Season 15 which include the following: Jensen Arnold, Hannahlei Cabanilla, Genessy Castillo, Evan DeBenedetto, Jay Jay Dixonbey, Magdalena Fialek, Darius Hickman, Chelsea Hough, Cole Mills, and Slavik Pustovoytov with more cast announcements to come. Meet the Top Ten here.
Tickets are $49.00, $39.00 and $29.00 and go on sale Friday, August 17th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, August 18th, subject to availability.
Fans can witness the hottest show-stopping routines from Season 15 as well as original pieces choreographed specifically for SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE LIVE! 2018. Industrial Media’s 19 Entertainment and dick clark productions will present audiences across the country with many surprises from the most respected show in the dance community and promises to be an unforgettable night of dance by some of the world’s most talented performers up – close – and – personal, boldly transporting the small screen experience, enjoyed by millions, to the stage.
SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE LIVE! 2018 is directed by visionary director Raj Kapoor with dance routines overseen by Emmy Award – winning star choreographer Mandy Moore. SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE LIVE! 2018 is produced by Faculty Productions in association with Industrial Media.
For more information on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE LIVE! 2018, visit dancelivetour.com.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Aug 6, 2018 | Entertainment, General News
Performing at Mohegan Sun Arena on December 1st
UNCASVILLE, CT (August 6, 2018) – Now for the first time ever, FOREIGNER presents Double Vision: Then and Now, featuring all current band members plus the original band members who helped to put the iconic group on the map more than forty years ago. Experience two great bands in one unforgettable night at Mohegan Sun Arena Saturday, December 1st at 7:30pm. Rock through some of the best – selling songs from the band’s albums and bring back the memories that make it feel like the first time for long – time fans and new generations.
Tickets are $59.00, $49.00 and $39.00 and go on sale Friday, August 10th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, August 11th, subject to availability.
With ten multi – platinum albums and sixteen Top 30 Hits, FOREIGNER is universally hailed as one of the most popular Rock acts in the world. With an arsenal of hits such as “Cold As Ice,” “Hot Blooded,” and “Feels Like The First Time,” FOREIGNER – Mick Jones (lead guitar), Kelly Hansen (lead vocals), Tom Gimbel (rhythm guitar, sax, vocals), Jeff Pilson (bass, vocals), Michael Bluestein (keyboards), Bruce Watson (guitar) and Chris Frazier (drums) – continue to propel sold – out tours and album sales, now exceeding 75 million. The original band members who helped put the iconic group on the map more than forty years ago include: Lou Gramm, Dennis Elliott, Al Greenwood, Ian McDonald and Rick Wills join Mick Jones.
FOREIGNER‘s album Double Vision produced hits like “Urgent,” “Juke Box Hero” and “Waiting For A Girl Like You.” Those songs helped give FOREIGNER‘s next album, 4, its impressive run at #1 on the Billboard chart. At the zenith of 80’s sound, FOREIGNER‘s fifth album, Agent Provocateur, gave the world the incredible #1 global hit, “I Want To Know What Love Is.” This musical milestone followed the record – breaking song “Waiting For A Girl Like You.”
At FOREIGNER‘s core is the founder and Songwriters Hall of Fame member Mick Jones, the visionary maestro whose stylistic songwriting, indelible guitar hooks and multi – layered talents continue to escalate FOREIGNER‘s influence and guide the band to new horizons. Jones reformed the band after a 2002 hiatus and selected lead singer Kelly Hansen to help write an inspired new chapter in the history of Foreigner. One of Rock’s greatest showmen, Hansen is known for his innate ability to connect with the crowds. As a front man and lead vocalist, Hansen is among the most respected, consummate professionals in Rock and Roll.
For more information on FOREIGNER, visit the band’s website.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Jul 23, 2018 | Entertainment, General News
With Special Guest State Champs
UNCASVILLE, CT (July 23, 2018) – Blink-182, the Punk Pop favorites of a generation are set to kick off their fall mini-tour September 12th in Moorhead on 
their way to headline Riotfest in Chicago. Mohegan Sun Arena is scheduled to welcome back the rockers on Thursday, September 20th!
Tickets are $65.00, $45.00 and $35.00 and go on sale Friday, July 27th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, July 28th, subject to availability.
“We are always stoked to get back on the road and play for our fans” say blink-182. “We’re looking forward to playing really fun shows for you all.”
For information about blink-182 and new or additional dates please visit blink182.com
About blink-182: Since their humble beginnings twenty-four years ago, when they started playing in a San Diego garage, ‘blink-182’ has sold over fifty million albums worldwide and rocked audiences from Adelaide to Zurich having become one of the defining rock bands of their generation. They combine high-energy dynamics with an artistic ambition that transcends any genre. Now with Matt Skiba (of Alkaline Trio) joining ‘blink-182’ as singer/guitarist, the group starts a new chapter. Skiba debuted with ‘blink-182’ in March 2015 with a live performance at the MusInk Tattoo and Music Festival: “It was the best they’ve sounded in over a decade,” the OC Weekly raved about the band’s set.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
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Jun 19, 2017 | Breaking News, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events
Soak in the Sun with cash prizes, giveaways, rooftop parties and the hottest live entertainment
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 19, 2017) – The 20th annual Hot Summer Fun casts off this summer with a lineup sure to impress, including an incredible Land Rover Evoque Convertible giveaway! The celebrations, which kick off June 26th and sizzle on through September 3rd, will feature live entertainment, cash prizes, rooftop parties, food festivals and so much more. Join us for a bigger, better and hotter Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun where the memories are waiting to happen.
Special Events
Swipe your Momentum card all summer long for a chance to win a 2017 Land Rover Evoque Convertible! The Rollin’ In My Rover Giveaway runs from June 26th to September 1st. Swipe your Momentum card once a day at any promotional kiosk and you could be driving yourself wild with Free Slot Play, Momentum Dollars or entries into the Grand Prize Drawing! Plus, swipe your Momentum card at any kiosk on September 1st between 6:00am and 4:00pm to double your total entries! Grand prize drawing will take place on September 1st at 7:00pm.
Put your shades on – you’re traveling with the Sun! Swipe your Momentum card once a day at any promotional kiosk and you could win the ultimate super fan experience, a trip to Phoenix and Los Angeles with the Connecticut Sun plus $1,000 cash! The CT Sun Super Fan Giveaway runs from August 12th through August 20th.
Keep your cool this summer with a free mini cooler bag! Starting Saturday, July 1st at 9:00am, the first 2,000 Momentum members who visit the Summer Coat Check will receive a free Mohegan Sun mini cooler bag. Limit one per Momentum member: Subject to availability.
The excitement never stops with high hand jackpots, Monday through Saturday, all throughout summer in Mohegan Sun’s Poker Room! Win up to $1,000 with Hot Hands June 26th through September 2nd.
Saturday, July 15th – Sunday, July 16th and Saturday, August 19th – Sunday, August 20th Fuel Your Need For Speed! Exotic Driving Events provides thrill seekers the opportunity to experience the adrenaline rush of driving an exotic automobile at Mohegan Sun. For more information or to book your experience, visit exoticdrivingevents.com. Use coupon code MOHEGAN50 to save 50% off your driving package when you book online. Driving will take place in the Turtle Parking Lot located off Mohegan Sun Boulevard.
The celebrations at Mohegan Sun continue with endless summer fun for everyone! Mohegan Sun’s first-ever Sun Tequila Tasting takes places on July 28th featuring an array of premium tequilas at the mixology and margarita bars with Mexican-themed favorites to complement. Cigar aficionados light it up at Mohegan Sun’s Cigar Social on August 12th when the rooftop of the Riverview Garage transforms into a cigar lover’s paradise with food trucks, live entertainment and more.
The foodies come together to wrap up the summer at The New England Food Truck Festival, taking place at Mohegan Sun Winter Parking Lot September 2nd & 3rd. The festival returns to Mohegan Sun featuring up to 30 food trucks, live music, entertainment for kids, field games, a fireworks show on Saturday starting at 9:15pm and so much more. Sample all the food truck fare and be entertained at this family-fun event!
Rock the Region Mondays
Show off your local pride! Beginning Monday, June 26th, guests can catch their favorite acts from around the region, check out area vendors on The Shops concourse and start the week off right with great drink specials in the Wolf Den – including $2.00 domestic drafts and $5.00 Jameson any way. Catch local acts such as Will Evans June 26th, Wicked Peach July 3rd, Sugar July 31st and Darik & The Funbags August 14th amongst others. Plus, Mohegan Sun restaurants rock the region with 2 for $40.00 Tuscan Tables at Todd English’s Tuscany, and two lunches for $30.00 or 2 dinners for $40.00 at Seasons Buffet.
Cash Dash Tuesdays
Let the money fly all summer long inside Mohegan Sun’s Cash Cube where up to $120,000 is given away every Tuesday. Beginning Tuesday, June 27th, every hour from Noon to 2:00pm and 5:00pm to 7:00pm, one lucky Momentum member playing their favorite slot machine or table game will have the chance to enter the Cash Cube. Each winner will be able to select a friend (who must also be a Momentum member) to also participate in the Cash Cube promotion! Win up to $10,000 in 60 seconds when you dash to grab the cash each Tuesday this summer.
More Momentum Wednesdays
Beginning June 28th, boost the excitement on Wednesdays and play your favorite slots from 6:00am to Midnight to receive Double Momentum Dollars! Earn 50% more Status Points while playing your favorite table games, including stadium gaming. Bring a friend who joins Momentum and we’ll give each of you $10.00 in Free Slot Play. Plus, if they give us their email, we’ll email them another $10.00 in Free Slot Play.
The Momentum keeps rolling! Earn $5.00 cash back each day you play with Play+ during Hot Summer Fun – plus an extra $5.00 on Wednesday! Cash back will be deposited into your Play+ account at the end of the promotional period.
Hot Seat Thursdays
Hot Seat Thursdays run June 29th through August 31st with a chance to win your share of $10,000! Play your favorite slots, tables and stadium games for your chance to win. From 10:00am to 7:00pm one winner each hour will win $1,000 cash. End the day catching the summer sunset at Bean and Vine Terrace with drink and food specials from 5:00pm to 9:00pm while enjoying live entertainment.
Free and Fun Fridays
Each Friday morning throughout Hot Summer Fun, Mohegan Sun will also be giving away free t-shirts for the first 2,000 Momentum members. Beginning June 30th, shirts will be distributed at the Summer Coat Check starting at 9:00am. A different color shirt will be given each week. Collect all 10 during Hot Summer Fun!
Then start the weekend early with Party on the Rooftop. This 21 and over event allows guests to enjoy live tribute bands, bars, games and food trucks on top of the Riverview Parking Garage every Friday from 7:00pm – 11:00pm. Grab a $3.00 Bud Light or a specialty cocktail and stop by the Gaming Tent complete with slots, blackjack tables and roulette! Party on the Rooftop kicks off on Friday, June 30th with live music by Terrapin, a tribute to Grateful Dead. For a complete list of participating bands, please visit our website.
Worth-the-Wait Weekends
Weekends heat up at Mohegan Sun during Hot Summer Fun. Enjoy a drink under the world’s largest indoor planetarium dome at VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock or party the night away at MIST, a steamy, contemporary venue that sits beneath the water wall in Casino of the Wind and features Duo blackjack lounge. Catch the hottest DJs around at Avalon, the favorite nightlife destination throughout the Northeast or meet up with friends for a handcrafted cocktail at Tom’s Urban. The fun continues with some of the best in comedy at COMIX Comedy Club, live music at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and topnotch tequilas at SolToro Tequila Grill!
Entertainment Galore
This summer, Mohegan Sun has your concert hookup with the best names in music! The top-ranked Mohegan Sun Arena will be home to hot tours like New Kids On The Block, Ed Sheeran, The Who, Queen and Adam Lambert, Kings Of Leon, Logic, Linkin Park, Kenny Chesney and so much more.
The Wolf Den, which is open Thursday through Monday, free and for guests 21 and over, will see such acts as Brandy Clark, Danielle Bradbery, RaeLynn and The Revolution among others. Don’t miss the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun with multiple home games inside Mohegan Sun Arena throughout June, July and August!
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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.
