Dec 6, 2018 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Guests can enjoy beer from Boston Beer Company, learn from Boston’s most talented chefs and eat some delicious food
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 6, 2018) – Sun Wine & Food Fest is just
around the corner and with that, Mohegan Sun is excited to announce a very special opening night event: Boston Brews & Bites. The event will feature some of Boston’s greatest athletes as Pedro Martinez, Paul Pierce, Ray Bourque & Willie McGinest will interact with fans and team up with some of Boston’s best Chef’s, which will include Nick Calias, Chris Coombs, Jason Santos, Will Gilson, Robert Sisca & Mike Fucci, to prepare their favorite twist on tailgating foods!
When & Where: 7:00pm – 9:00pm on Thursday, January 24th in the Earth Ballroom located in the Earth Expo & Convention Center at Mohegan Sun.
Tickets: $125.00 and go on sale Friday, December 7th at 10:00am at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and ticketmaster.com.
Who: Pedro Martinez (Hall of Fame MLB Pitcher, Red Sox World Series Champion in 2004) |Paul Pierce (All-time great
Small Forward who played for the Boston Celtics from 1998 – 2013, winning a title in 2008) | Ray Bourque (Hall of Fame hockey player played most of his 20 plus year career with the Boston Bruins; considered one of the greatest hockey defense-man in NHL history) | Willie McGinest (Former NFL Linebacker who was a two-time pro-bowler and three-time champion with the New England Patriots.
Nick Calias (Award-winning Executive Chef at The Colonnade Hotel in Boston) | Chris Coombs (A Forbes “30 Under 30” honoree as well as Owner & Executive Chef for Boston Urban Hospitality) | Jason Santos (Celebrity Chef & Restaurateur, owner of Citrus & Salt; appeared on the TV show Bar Rescue in 2016) | Will Gilson (Chef & Co-owner of the popular Cambridge, MA restaurant, Puritan & Company) |Robert Sisca (Executive Chef at one of Boston’s best dining destinations, Bistro du Midi| Mike Fucci (Chef/Owner of Chef Mike’s Catering & former winner of the cooking show, Cutthroat Kitchen on the Food Network).
In Detail: Admission to Boston Brews & Bites includes complimentary food, beer pairings and specialty drinks. Participating chefs and athletes will team up to prepare their favorite tailgating snacks that will be open to all guests during the mini dine around. Boston Beer Company will be the exclusive beer to be featured at the event. Dancing and entertainment will be provided by Boston-based band “Legends Of Summer.”
*Please note that autographs and/or memorabilia are not permitted at this event.
For further details on all things Sun Wine & Food Fest 2019, including the Grand Tasting, Bourbon Tasting, Vintage Cru, Celebrity Chef Dine Around and so much more across the four-day festival & it’s associated event packages, visit SWFF!
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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.
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Oct 12, 2018 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Sports
Michigan’s Fab Five: A Look Back takes place at 8:30pm on Saturday, November 17th; The Michigan Wolverine’s also play in Mohegan Sun Arena at Noon on November 17th
WHAT: Three former players from one of the most electrifying NCAA Division 1 teams to ever take the court will be on hand at Mohegan Sun inside the Earth Ballroom for a special appearance and Q&A session. The event features Jalen
Rose, Jimmy King & Ray Jackson and is hosted by ESPNs Mike Greenberg. The group will relive memories and take questions related to their “Fab Five,” days in the early 1990s that took the basketball world by storm. Rose, King and Jackson, with stars Chris Webber & Juwan Howard, reached the NCAA Championship game in 1993.
WHEN: Saturday, November 17th at 8:30pm. (doors open at 7:30pm)
WHERE: The new Earth Ballroom inside Earth Expo & Convention Center.
IN DETAIL: Tickets to Michigan’s Fab Five: A Look Back are on sale now for $50.00 and are available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and ticketmaster.com.
This event is open to all ages. Guests must purchase tickets in advance at the Mohegan Sun Box Office to attend. Ticket pick-up is available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office until 6:00pm on the night of event. Will Call will be located in the Earth Ballroom pre-function area from 6:00pm – 9:00pm
*Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drinks from a cash bar will be offered.
At Noon on November 17th, The Michigan Wolverine’s are set to take on George Washington University, followed by South Carolina vs. Providence College at 2:30pm in the 2018 Air Force Reserve Tip-Off Tournament Presented by CITI at Mohegan Sun Arena. Tickets are on sale now at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and ticketmaster.com.
ABOUT THE FAB FIVE: The 1991 University of Michigan Men’s Basketball team, known as the “Fab Five,” consisted of four McDonald’s High-school All-American’s (Howard, King, Rose & Webber) and is regarded as one of the most talented recruiting classes in NCAA Basketball history. Detroit natives Chris Webber (#1) and Jalen Rose (#5) joined Chicago native Juwan Howard (#3) and two recruits from Texas: Plano’s Jimmy King (#9) and Austin’s Ray Jackson (#84). In the first game starting together as a regular unit in February of 1992, the five freshman scored all the team’s points against Notre Dame. Four of the five members from the trend-setting team went on to play in the NBA.
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.
Sep 26, 2018 | General News, Special Events

WHAT: Teresa Giudice, Dorinda Medley, Tamra Judge and Kelly Dodd join Mohegan Sun for an East Coast vs. West Coast Real Housewives Brunch on October 21st.
WHEN: Sunday, October 21st
11:00am – Doors & Brunch
Noon – Show
VIP Photo Meet & Greet Immediately Follows Show
Earth Ballroom
NOTE: Media opportunities are available. Please contact Elizabeth Woodmancy at 860.862.7840 or [email protected] for more information.


IN DETAIL: Come sip on mimosas and nibble on fancy fare when the sassy and classy ladies of The Real Housewives stop by the Earth Ballroom for a deliciously fierce Reality Check East Coast vs. West Coast Brunch on October 21st. After enjoying your gourmet goodies, witness the drama first-hand as the divas compete in an East Coast vs. West Coast trivia game. Holding it down for the East will be Teresa Giudice and Dorinda Medley and reppin’ the West will be Tamra Judge and Kelly Dodd. To keep it a clean fight, Ryan Kristafer is in the house as our moderator. A Q&A session will follow for all fans in attendance.
Tickets are $75.00 and $50.00 and go on sale Wednesday, September 26th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Ticket levels follow as:
GA – $50.00
- Individual ticket purchase, seated in the GA section on first-come, first-served basis
- Brunch (1 Mimosa drink coupon upon entry)
VIP 2 – $75.00
- Entrance for one person, seated in the VIP GA section behind VIP 1
- Brunch (1 Mimosa drink coupon upon entry)
- $15.00 Free Slot Play
- Photo meet & greet with panel following the event
VIP 1 – Call VIP services at 1.888.777.7922 for information and availability
- One overnight accommodation at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel on October 20th
- Entrance for two people, seated in the VIP GA section in front of stage
- Brunch (2 Mimosa drink coupons upon entry)
- $25.00 Free Slot Play per person
- Photo meet & greet with panel following the event
*Must purchase ticket in advance to attend event. Must be 18 years of age or older to attend event. Must be 21 years of age or older to receive drink voucher and Free Slot Play. Reserved seating and photo meet & greet are only included in VIP 1 & VIP 2 packages. General Admission ticket seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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.
Aug 17, 2018 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Following the Grand Tasting on Saturday, October 6th
WHAT: New this year, Sun Brewfest adds Sip and Slice Connecticut, featuring local pizzerias and breweries!
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, October 6th
6:00pm to 9:00pm
Earth Ballroom
IN DETAIL: What goes together better than pizza and beer? Nothing, of course! On Saturday, October 6th, join us in the Earth Ballroom for our brand new event – Sip and Slice Connecticut – as local breweries and pizzerias from all over the state team up to create a perfect pairing of their finest pizza and craft beer! You won’t want to miss a PIZZA the action!
Tickets for Sip and Slice Connecticut are $40.00 and on sale today at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster. A portion of all ticket sales will go to the Channel 3 Kids Camp. All guests in attendance must be 21 years of age or older.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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.
Jul 13, 2018 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Beers of all varieties, live music, great food and more on Saturday, October 6th
UNCASVILLE, CT (July 13, 2018) – Join Mohegan Sun at the 7th Annual Sun BrewFest on Saturday, October 6th! Sample an array of unlimited domestic, craft, import, microbrews, ciders and more. Local restaurants will be selling a variety of food offerings to pair with your favorite brews. Challenge your friends to a game of ping – pong, foosball and more while listening to live entertainment all afternoon. This year’s event also includes a thrilling Cornhole Tournament competition at the Sun BrewFest!
Tickets for Sun BrewFest are on sale today at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster. A portion of all ticket prices will go to the Channel 3 Kids Camp. All guests in attendance must be 21 years of age or older.
Grand Tasting
Cheers with your friends to over 150 of the best beers around during the grand tasting on Saturday, October 6th. Expand your palate with a variety of brew masters pouring out samples of their favorite beers for guests to experience in souvenir, mini Pilsner glasses. Try and find your favorite as you taste your way through craft beers, microbrews, imports, domestics and ciders. Live music keeps the entertainment going all day long inside Mohegan Sun’s Earth Expo & Convention Center.
Tickets to the grand tasting are $30.00 per person and runs from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. VIP tickets are available for $50.00 per person, including early access to the tasting at Noon.
Cornhole Tournament
Get your game on and toss some bags at the Sun BrewFest Cornhole Tournament! Choose your partner wisely and head to the Sun BrewFest site to register. Buy – in to the Cornhole Tournament is $100.00 and includes entry to the BrewFest grand tasting plus an exclusive VIP tasting preview at Noon.
For the most up – to – date information and a list of brewers participating in Sun BrewFest, please visit sunbrewfest.com.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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.