Limited-time Spring Pop-up Experience Featuring Handcrafted Cocktails such as Your Grace’s Garden, Moonflower Margarita, and Spring Fever
Mohegan Sun is welcoming the warmer season with The Secret Garden Bar, an immersive spring pop‑up experience open for a limited time from Friday, April 3rd through Sunday, June 14th. Nestled within the Sky Tower Hotel Lobby, this beautifully designed hideaway invites to a world where spring is always in full bloom.
The Secret Garden Bar will feature a curated menu of handcrafted cocktails, seasonal flavors, and visually stunning presentations designed to complement the venue’s immersive décor. Signature cocktails include, but are not limited to, Bonsai & Berries, High Society Spritzer, The Bee Sting, and Mint To Be a Scandal. Each evening, visitors can escape into a lush, atmospheric setting crafted for lingering conversation and unexpected moments. The Secret Garden Bar will be open seven days a week, with hours designed to complement both after‑work relaxation and weekend nightlife:
Sunday – Thursday: 4:00pm – 10:00pm
Friday – Saturday: 3:00pm – Midnight
“The creativity and excitement surrounding our pop‑up bars in Mohegan Sun’s Sky Tower Hotel Lobby continue to generate tremendous buzz, offering guests something fresh, imaginative, and genuinely fun,” said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “With The Secret Garden Bar, we set out to create a memorable seasonal escape within an inviting social atmosphere—giving guests a place to relax, connect, and enjoy the season of spring.”
To learn more about everything The Secret Garden Bar has to offer, visit mohegansun.com.
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 also operates an iGaming division, Mohegan Digital, in Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Ontario, CA providing cutting-edge online gaming solutions to Mohegan’s loyal fan base. 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.
Mohegan Sun is rolling out an unforgettable Valentine’s Day weekend with exclusive dining specials and exceptional nightlife. From romantic dinners to the perfect night of entertainment including the Rat Pack Valentine’s Day inside The Cab, Mohegan Sun is the place to be for couples and friends looking to celebrate in style. It all takes place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, and throughout the holiday weekend. More information on Valentine’s Day at Mohegan Sun is available HERE.
Exclusive entertainment is planned inside The Cabaret Theatre, also known as The Cab – with the Rat Pack Valentine’s Day kicking-off at 8:00pm on Saturday, February 14th. This thrilling live show is a dazzling tribute to the kings of cool, featuring stunning Vegas Showgirls, Musicians from the Tony T Orchestra and powerhouse performances by:
Jesse Posa as Frank Sinatra
Joe Perce as Dean Martin
Lloyd Diamond as Sammy Davis Jr.
Tickets for this night of glitz, glamour and entertainment are available now HERE.
Reality TV star and touring stand-up comic Vinny Guadagnino also takes over Mohegan Sun’s Comix Comedy Club for a three‑night run starting Friday, February 13th. Rising to fame on MTV’s hit Jersey Shore, Vinny has since built a multifaceted career across TV, digital media, and live entertainment. Don’t miss his Valentine’s Day weekend performances including two shows on Saturday, February 14th (6:00pm and 8:00pm), More info and tickets are available HERE.
Valentine’s Day Dining Specials
(Offers valid on Saturday, February 14th unless otherwise stated)
Valentine’s Day dining highlights at TheFarm Italy will feature Local Osyters (cavier, lime zest); Beet Salad (stracciatella, raspberry, almond); Fusilli Lunghi (red shrimp, lemon butter, pecorino, escarole); Surf & Turf (24-oz. beef tomahawk, scallops, cauliflower, salsa verde and Crostata Brûlée (blackberry custard, cherries, mint. Farm Italy also features an extensive cocktail menu, with highlights like the Mezcaluna (Dos Hombres mezcal, cotton candy grapes, fresh lime).
Available Friday, February 13th through Sunday, February 15th, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House will showcase several Valentine’s Day specials including Garlic Butter Steak (14‑oz. bone‑in ribeye with garlic butter compote, parmesan fingerling potatoes and chili crisp broccolini) and Wild Mushrooms Cupid’s Heart Bites (heart‑shaped fried polenta with oyster, cremini and shiitake mushrooms, melted fontina, parsley and olive oil). Additional highlights include Spinach and Feta Turnovers and Chicken Eggplant Caponata Pasta. The dessert special will be a S’mores Fried Ice Cream topped with melted marshmallow and chocolate sauce!
At novelle, a Valentine’s Day special will include a Surf & Turf entrée featuring a New York block cut paired with Yukon mashed potato, mushroom, onion, pepper bordelaise, Stuffed Black Tiger Shrimp and finished with cannoli cones for dessert. Guests can pair this delicious dish with two special cocktails for Valentine’s Weekend:
Lipstick & Literature – Drumshanbo Sardinian Citrus Gin, Chambord, and Prosecco
The above drink specials will also be featured as part of a Girls Dinner special at novelle on Friday, February 13th as well, and can be paired with a Caesar Salad and Fries!
Mohegan Sun’s popular TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge will offer a Salmon, Tuna & Hamachi Poke special, as well as a tasty Cantonese Salt & Pepper Lobster. Another highlight at TAO will be a specialty Valentine’s Day Fortune Cookie filled with strawberry and dark chocolate mousse, available February 13th–15th.
Beauty & Essex is also set to feature Short Rib and Ox Tail Gnocci on February 14th – as well as a Chocolate Raspberry Cake.
Todd English’s Tuscany will offer Hand‑Picked Hard‑Shell Maine Lobster Ravioli, prepared with fresh dill, broken local beet butter and golden beet threads — a vibrant, seasonal Valentine’s Day feature.
For all dining specials at Mohegan Sun for Valentine’s Day, please click HERE.
Valentine’s Day dining at Jasper White’s Summer Shack will feature a special menu, highlighted by entrée selections including Grilled Lobster Tails (garlic beurre blanc, risotto and broccolini), Grilled 12‑oz. New York Strip (mushroom au poivre, mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus) and Baked Stuffed Shrimp (lobster sauce, broccoli and jasmine rice). Dessert offerings include a Brownie Sundae or Vanilla Bean Cheesecake.
The Shaken or Stirred Hotel Package is a new package available at Mohegan Sun, which includes an overnight stay and a $150 credit for novelle
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 7, 2023) Mohegan Sun is home to two luxurious hotel towers, including the 34-story Sky Tower that overlooks the Thames River and southeastern Connecticut countryside. There are currently a variety of sensational hotel packages available for guests, with the latest being the Shaken or Stirred Hotel Package, themed around episode two of Mohegan’s original digital TV series, “Back of House,” airing now.
This package allows travelers to book an overnight stay that comes with a $150.00 dining and drink credit for use at Mohegan Sun’s premium lounge, novelle, where they can enjoy cocktails, delicious bites and gaming.
For more information and how to book the Shaken or Stirred Hotel Package, click HERE.
Launched on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, and airing every Wednesday at 7:30pm EDT through November 15th, Mohegan Sun’s award-winning original online TV series, “Back of House,” is currently in its 7th season. The show peels the curtain back to give viewers a glimpse of how Mohegan Sun’s hardest-working team members sync together to create a symphony of hospitality.
This was evident in episode two, “Shaken or Stirred,” where Mohegan Sun’s Director of Fine Dining, Chris Greaney, organizes a “Spirit Spotlight” cocktail contest. Competitors included mixologists from three Mohegan Sun fine dining attractions, including TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge, Todd English’s Tuscany and novelle – where the competition occurred. The only requirement was for each mixologist to base their drink idea on Patrón Tequila! The winning cocktail, the “Amber Maize,” skillfully prepared by top bartenders in this year’s competition, is now available at novelle. Guests taking advantage of the Shaken or Stirred package can use their dining credit on this winning drink! Visit BackofHouse.TV to watch this fun episode.
Mohegan Sun regularly offers hotel packages for exciting entertainment inside Mohegan Sun Arena and other award-winning venues. The current lineup of entertainment-focused hotel packages include:
The Tool Friday and Saturday Hotel Entertainment Packages, featuring an overnight stay, two premium tickets to the Tool concert at Mohegan Sun Arena on November 10 or 11, 2023 and a $25 credit to Arena concessions.
The Dave Matthews Band Monday and Tuesday Hotel Entertainment Packages, featuring an overnight stay, two premium tickets to see Dave Matthews Band at Mohegan Sun Arena on November 13 or 14, 2023 and a $25 credit to Arena concessions.
The Deon Cole Hotel Entertainment Package, featuring an overnight stay, two premium tickets to see Deon Cole at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, December 2, 2023 and a $25 credit to Arena concessions.
The Bret Michaels Hotel Package, featuring an overnight stay, two premium tickets to the Bret Michaels concert at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, December 16, 2023 and a $25 credit to Arena concessions.
The Matt Rife Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Entertainment Packages, featuring an overnight stay, two premium tickets to Matt Rife at Mohegan Sun Arena on February 22nd, 23rd, 24th, or 25th and a $25 credit to Arena concessions.
ABOUT BACK OF HOUSE “Back of House” swings the doors of hospitality and entertainment wide open. It is a trailblazing all-access pass to the action behind the action at one of the world’s largest integrated casino resort destinations, Mohegan Sun. Enjoy following fun, dedicated resort employees as they navigate obstacles and challenges in their quests to make each guest’s stay a perfect getaway experience. For more information, visit backofhouse.tv where you can also book a room, buy show tickets, gift cards, Mohegan Sun merchandise, and even check out careers with Mohegan Sun.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars, as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
Connecticut’s leading integrated entertainment resort sets the stage for new luxury lounge, gaming and dining space
Mohegan Sun, the East Coast’s largest luxury integrated entertainment resort, today announced an enhanced and ultra-luxurious nightlife experience opening on-property this year, novelle.
Boasting a first-of-its-kind offering for the entertainment and casino industry, novelle is a unique 15,000-square-foot venue that will shift seamlessly from a chic and modern lounge, to an entertaining night out, featuring thrilling table games and eclectic sharable plates, to a stylish ultra-lounge experience powered by high-profile DJs, bottle service and a lively dance floor. Opening in June 2019, novelle invites guests to embrace an all-new social nightlife experience at Mohegan Sun, perfect for an evening among close friends and like-minded entertainment seekers.
“Whether it’s an intimate gathering among close friends, a mid-size bachelor party or corporate event, novelle is a blank slate for visitors to plan a sophisticated social outing, while indulging in the best aspects of our integrated entertainment resort, such as table games, premium cocktails and live music,” said Jeff Hamilton, Assistant General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “Offering a truly radical departure from the typical nightspot or gaming lounge, novelle provides a customizable social experience for those who want to create a memorable night out with the perfect evening vibe.”
Designed by Peter Niemitz, New England’s premier restaurant and nightlife architect, novelle showcases a modern, speakeasy-style interior with chic, sophisticated vibes and glamourous materials using color pallets of gold, champagne and black. The entrance of novelle features an impressive statement bar, followed by a larger central bar that opens up into the main interior space which is filled with flexible lounge areas and a dance floor.
Additional highlights of novelle include:
24 dining and bottle service VIP tables offering and six gaming tables with double seats for couples
Four private rooms offering the ability for guests to rent a room for a large or small group, with custom catering and lower table limits
A state-of-the-art sound system with DJ booth prepared to host the industry’s top artists
Accelerated drink service with hand-crafted cocktails
A consolidated “greatest hits” menu showcasing a variety of cuisines and flavors including dishes such as Roasted Beet Salad, Seared Sesame Tuna & Steak Frites novelle, and more
Two beautiful, full-service bars offering a classic, yet modern beverage program and team
“Unlike any other product in the resort, restaurant and entertainment industries, novelle is guaranteed to be a thrilling and distinctive nightlife experience at Mohegan Sun,” said recently named General Manager, Joe O’Connor. “With a massive footprint and prime location near Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse, novelle offers everything guests need for a sophisticated night out, from fine dining, a cocktail lounge with bottle service, inviting blackjack tables and so much more.”
To celebrate the official grand opening, novelle will host a star-studded launch weekend starting on Thursday, June 20 through Saturday, June 22 featuring a VIP lineup of special entertainment and partying. Guests and socially-savvy fans are encouraged to follow @novellemohegan on Instagram and Twitter and stay up-to-date on novelle’s grand opening event details and ticket information in the coming weeks.
Since opening the doors to its flagship property in Connecticut in 1996, Mohegan Sun grew quickly into one of the Western hemisphere’s premier integrated entertainment resort destinations, delivering unforgettable experiences to millions of visitors each year. From dining and shopping, to professional sporting events and endless entertainment, the brand’s commitment to provide new and exciting offerings translated into more than 50 dining restaurants, bars and lounges; two hotel towers with premium guests accommodations; a full retail shopping concourse; two lavish spas; an 18-hole golf course; three high-energy entertainment venues and a recently opened boutique “hotel within a hotel,” the 93-room Aspire.
To learn about novelle at Mohegan Sun’s all-encompassing resort property in Uncasville, Connecticut, follow novelle on Instagram and Twitter @novellemohegan or visit novellemohegan.com.
About Mohegan Sun
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining, shopping and meeting 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.
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Launched on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, and airing every Wednesday at 7:30pm EDT through November 15th, Mohegan Sun’s award-winning original online TV series, “Back of House,” is currently in its 7th season. The show peels the curtain back to give viewers a glimpse of how Mohegan Sun’s hardest-working team members sync together to create a symphony of hospitality.
today announced an enhanced and ultra-luxurious nightlife experience opening on-property this year, novelle.