The performance by breakout artist KELS originally slated for tomorrow evening, September 27th, at Mohegan Sun’s Cabaret Theatre (The Cab) has been postponed due to inclement weather currently impacting the Northeast. The KELS performance inside The CAB will now take place on Sunday, November 15th.
Previously purchased tickets will be valid for the new date or refunds can be made at point of purchase.
The 450-seat Cabaret Theatre, known also as “The Cab” is a beautiful venue in Mohegan Sun’s Casino of the Sky that returned 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, Aaron Lewis, Indigo Girls, Dave Attell, Chris Botti, Air Supply and more.
The Multi‑Platinum Artist Performs Saturday, August 29th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 21, 2026) –As part of the Sun Patio Concert Series, Mohegan Sun welcomes iconic rapper, singer, and musician Afroman to the Sun Patio on Saturday, August 29, 2026, with an outdoor performance beginning at 8:00pm.
All Sun Patio Concert Series shows are general admission and take place rain or shine. This premier outdoor event space at Mohegan Sun also features a full bar and deck for guests 21+.
Afroman’s musical career began in the eighth grade, when he began recording homemade songs and selling them to his classmates. “The first tape I made was about my eighth-grade teacher,” he once recalled. “She got me kicked out of school for sagging my pants, which was a big deal back then. So I wrote this song about her and it sold about 400 copies: it was selling to teachers, students, just about everybody. And I realized that, even though I wasn’t at school, my song was at school, so in a way I was still there. All these people would come by my house just to give me comments about how cool they thought the song was.” Foreman also performed in his church at a young age, playing both the drums and guitar.
In 1998, Afroman released his first album, My Fro-losophy and later relocated to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, where he met drummer Jody Stallone, keyboardist/bassist Darrell Havard and producer Tim Ramenofsky (a.k.a. Headfridge).
Ramenofsky produced and released Afroman’s album Because I Got High in 2000 on T-Bones Records; it was distributed primarily through concerts and the file-sharing service Napster before its title track was played on The Howard Stern Show. Afroman was inspired to write the song’s lyrical content by his unwillingness to clean his room, and he ran with the idea of everyday tasks being derailed by drug use. In late 2001, the song became a hit and was featured in the films Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, The Perfect Score, and Disturbia later in the 2000s. Because I Got High was nominated for the Grammy Award for “Best Rap Solo Performance” in 2002.
After the single’s success, Afroman joined the lineup of Cypress Hill’s fall festival Smoke Out with the Deftones, Method Man, and others. After this, Universal Records signed Afroman to a six-album deal, and Universal released The Good Times in 2001. The Good Times was a compilation of Afroman’s first two albums and some new tracks.
Afroman started releasing his music independently and mostly through the Internet in 2004, and that year, he recorded Jobe Bells, which satirized traditional Christmas songs.
Afroman was part of the 2010 Gathering of the Juggalos lineup.
In October 2014, Afroman released a remix of his hit song Because I Got High in order to highlight the usefulness of marijuana as part of the effort to legalize its sale across the United States.
In January of 2021, Afroman signed with revolutionary record label, Cosmic Wire. Owned and operated by artist/producer BLAZAR (Jerad Finck), and growth hacking expert BJ Klock, their first single “WHOLEthing” was released as a precursor to his upcoming album release.
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UNCASVILLE, CT (April 16, 2026) – As part of the second annual Sun Patio Concert Series, Sons of Legion will bring their dynamic live show to The Sun Patio on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 8:00pm.
Sons of Legion – just two guys from opposite sides of the country that happened to cross paths and chose to walk down the same road. Sons of Legion is a dynamic band blending the raw energy of Rock, the soulful depth of Blues, and the timeless appeal of Soul music. With a style that marries rugged grit with sophisticated class, they channel a vibe reminiscent of the GREATEST bands of the past. Renowned for their powerful performances and compelling lyrics, Sons of Legion have captivated audiences worldwide. Their music, featuring standout tracks like “Brand New Day,” “Power,” and “Firestarter,” has garnered over 55 million streams and is featured on major platforms like ESPN, Dodge Ram commercials, Netflix, and NBC.
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.
These shows will bring the band’s No Repeat Weekend tradition to Mohegan Sun Arena, with each night featuring entirely different setlists and support acts. The Thursday, November 19th performance, beginning at 8:00pm will feature special guest Suicidal Tendencies, while the 8:00pm Saturday, November 21st show will include special guest Spiritbox. These special anniversary concerts are Metallica’s first‑ever performances at Mohegan Sun Arena and their first in Connecticut since 1998.
Tickets for both performances will go on sale Friday, April 10th at 10:00am ET, through Ticketmaster. Tickets for November 19th will be available HERE and tickets for November 21st will be available HERE. A two-day package option will also be offered. Tickets will also be available beginning Saturday, April 11th, at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
A Metallica Fan Club pre-sale also begins at 10:00am ET on Wednesday, April 8th. A Live Nation and Mohegan Sun pre-sale begins Thursday, April 9th at 10:00am ET.
“Metallica’s first‑ever performance at Mohegan Sun Arena is a truly special moment as we celebrate the venue’s 25th anniversary,” said Jeff Hamilton, President & GM of Mohegan Sun. “The 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena has been home to so many unforgettable moments, hosting more than 3,000 events and welcoming over 15 million guests in its history. We couldn’t be more excited to honor that legacy by welcoming one of the most iconic Rock bands ever and celebrating this milestone with fans.”
Formed in 1981 by vocalist/guitarist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich, alongside guitarist Kirk Hammett and bassist Robert Trujillo, Metallica has become one of the most influential and successful rock bands in history. With nearly 125 million albums sold worldwide and more than 25 billion streams, the band has performed for millions of fans across all seven continents – more than 1.3 million of whom belong to the band’s fiercely loyal and consistently growing Fifth Member fan club. Metallica’s catalog of multi‑platinum albums includes Kill ’Em All; Ride the Lightning; Master of Puppets; …And Justice for All; Metallica (The Black Album), Load; ReLoad; St. Anger; Death Magnetic; Hardwired…To Self‑Destruct, and most recently, the GRAMMY® winning 72 Seasons, released April 14th, 2023, via the band’s own Blackened Recordings label. Metallica’s long list of achievements also includes two American Music Awards, multiple MTV Video Music Awards and Sweden’s Polar Music Prize. Founded in 2017, Metallica’s All Within My Hands foundation has also raised more than $29M, supporting career and technical education, food insecurity relief, and disaster response worldwide. Learn more at AllWithinMyHands.org.
Metallica has also just announced an incredible sold-out residency at Sphere in Las Vegas. The special Mohegan Sun Arena shows will also be the bands only Northeast dates in 2026.
Since opening in the fall of 2001 with a preseason game between the Boston Celtics and Michael Jordan’s Washington Wizards, Mohegan Sun Arena has helped redefine live entertainment experiences at major casino destinations, setting the ultimate standard for concerts, comedy, and more. The Arena has hosted an extraordinary range of memorable performances, from Tim McGraw, Billy Joel, Kevin Hart, Jennifer Lopez, Prince, Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga, Chris Rock, Kenny Chesney, Jay‑Z, Fleetwood Mac, Prince, Bruno Mars, Ozzy Osbourne, Luke Combs, Justin Timberlake, Beyoncé and countless more. Regularly hosting WWE, Division I college basketball, MMA, and boxing events, the Arena is one of the most versatile in the country. National recognitions also include multiple “Arena of the Year” awards by the Academy of Country Music (ACM), CMA “Arena of the Year” honors, Pollstar’s #1 Indoor Arena ranking for its size, and Newsweek Readers’ Choice wins for Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America.
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.
Legendary Motown Icons Perform Live on Saturday, February 14th at 7:00pm
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 15, 2026) – Two of Motown’s most iconic groups, The Commodores & The Spinners, are set to bring an unforgettable “Evening of Love Songs”, classic hits and soulful sounds to Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, February 14th at 7:00pm. Fans can look forward to a night filled with timeless favorites from these music pioneers.
Tickets go on sale on Friday, January 16th via Ticketmaster and at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, January 17th.
One of the greatest Motown and R&B / Funk artists of all time, The Commodores have influenced artists both young and old, and in all genres with their classic songs. With a brand that is bigger than ever, The Commodores continue to blaze trails all over the world.
In 1968, the group was formed while all the members were in college at Tuskegee Institute. After being discovered by Berry Gordy, the Commodores went on to sell over 60 million records for Motown. With hits like “Machine Gun” and “Sail On”, The Commodores became proven artists. For five decades, The Commodores have remained a force in the music industry. The Commodores aren’t just any group. They have staying power. Just like their hit song “Brick House,” The Commodores have created a foundation that just won’t budge.
ABOUT THE SPINNERS
With a legacy spanning over six decades, The Spinners are one of R&B’s most iconic groups, recently honored with induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (2023). Known for defining the smooth Philadelphia Soul sound, they delivered timeless hits like “I’ll Be Around”, “Could It Be I’m Falling in Love”, “Then Came You”, and “The Rubberband Man”. Their career boasts six Grammy nominations, 18 Platinum and Gold albums, millions of records sold, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Starting in Detroit at Tri-Phi Records before joining Motown and later Atlantic Records, The Spinners helped shape the “MotownPhilly” sound era. Today, as they enter their 70th year, the group continues to perform to sold-out crowds worldwide, cementing their place in music history and in the hearts of fans across generations.
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.
