Nov 23, 2009 | Breaking News, Special Events
Celebration includes a 24-foot gingerbread house, holiday décor, a tree lighting ceremony, reality TV stars and charity donations
Mohegan Sun’s annual World of Holiday Marvels is set for its biggest holiday celebration to date with fireworks, music, treats, a toy drive, a fire truck parade, performances from former American Idol contestants and Mohegan Sun’s fifth annual tree lighting ceremony on November 30th.
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Welcoming the holiday season will be Mohegan Sun’s fifth annual tree lighting ceremony on Monday, November 30th. The ceremony begins at 5:00pm on the rooftop of the Thames Garage including an appearance from Santa and the 2nd annual Juke Box Jingle singing competition sponsored by Q105 at 5:30pm. Local contestants will compete for top prizes of $250.00, $100.00 and $50.00 gift cards to The Shops at Mohegan Sun. Radio stations WCTY, WKNL and WQGN will be awarding gifts and prizes to guests.
Dollar refreshments will be available including Hot Dogs, Pretzels, Soup and complimentary Cider, Hot Chocolate and Gingerbread Cookies, with proceeds benefiting local charities. The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys For Tots Program, in conjunction with the Hartford Festival of Light will also be accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys.
Performers from Albano’s Nutcracker will meet guests at the Sky Valet, where guests can also take a shuttle to the Thames Garage.
At 6:15pm, Mohegan Sun’s 1st annual holiday fire truck parade kicks off, followed by the lighting of the 66-foot holiday tree and a fireworks display by Pyro FX. The ceremony concludes at 7:00pm.
In the event the tree lighting ceremony is cancelled due to inclement weather, a make-up date is scheduled for December 1st.
American Stars In Concert For The Holidays
The Shops at Mohegan Sun present American Stars in Concert For the Holidays. In celebration of the holiday season, Mohegan Sun will welcome former American Idol contestants Michael Sarver, Alexis Grace, David Hernandez and Gina Glocksen as they perform their favorite holiday tunes on Monday, November 30th in The Shops at Mohegan Sun. The live performance will begin at 7:30pm, followed by a signing event at 8:30pm. The concert will take place rain or shine, even in the event that the tree lighting ceremony is postponed.
28-Foot Gingerbread House
The Shops at Mohegan Sun is once again home to a 28-foot life-size gingerbread house. Created by Executive Pastry Chef Lynn Mansel and Mohegan Sun’s culinary team, this year’s house incorporates approximately 6,525 gingerbread bricks, four 7-foot soldiers made out of milk chocolate and Rice Krispies®, man-made icing, and white, dark and milk chocolate will help out the gingerbread house. Assisted by Mohegan Sun’s culinary team, local children from Mohegan and Murphy Elementary Schools will assist in the construction process. Visitors of all ages can walk through the home to view the tiny rooms inside filled with a standout stone fireplace made from gingerbread and dark icing grout, chocolate stockings, a holiday tree, a chocolate rocking chair and a chocolate glass with assorted cookies for Santa to enjoy. Topping off the house is a cupola and weathervane with four chocolate chefs.
Mohegan Sun’s culinary staff will also construct a gingerbread gazebo that will serve as a gift wrap booth from December 11th through the 24th. Between the hours of 12:00pm and 8:00pm, purchases can be brought to the gazebo to be wrapped for $3.00 to $10.00 per gift. All proceeds will benefit MDA and Hospice Southeastern Connecticut.
Toys For Tots
Mohegan Sun also serves as a toy collection site for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys For Tots Program, in conjunction with the Hartford Festival of Light. New, unwrapped toys for children will be accepted until December 11th, 24 hours a day at the Riverview and Summer Coat Checks.
Holiday Décor
Throughout the property, Mohegan Sun along with The Becker Group has set up a variety of holiday decorations. Casino of the Earth features ornaments and illuminated wreaths measuring over ten feet tall. The Shops at Mohegan Sun will bring the picturesque New England winter indoors with 17-foot ice light curtains and custom-designed snowflakes suspended over iceberg islands. The hotel lobby will be transformed into a whimsical world brimming with adventure including an 18-foot tree of cascading water in an icy atmosphere filled with frosted trees and friendly forest animals. A 16-foot illuminated wreath and a theatrical lighting display of snowflakes will fall above the already-spectacular Taughannick Falls.
Maps highlighting the World of Holiday Marvels displays can be found at any Player’s Club booth throughout the casino and during the tree lighting ceremony.
Over thirty stores are located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun for holiday shopping. For a complete list of the stores and holiday hours, please visit mohegansun.com/shopping.
Additionally, Mohegan Sun gift cards are available for purchase in any denomination at Mohegan Sun’s Box Office, Essentials stores and Everything Under the Sun which are located conveniently throughout the property.
Mohegan Sun gift cards can be used at any store, restaurant or concert and sporting event at Mohegan Sun. They’re also accepted at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel, Elemis Spa and at Mohegan Sun’s Mobil Gas Station and Convenience Store.
The Becker Group, the design firm chosen to create Mohegan Sun’s World of Holiday Marvels, has over fifty years of experience creating immersive, entertaining attractions and brand-based experiences for a wide variety of clients. Venues include shopping malls, consumer brands, movie studios, television networks, theme parks, museums and casinos around the globe. The award-winning experiential marketing company is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland and has offices in Los Angeles, St. Louis, Salt Lake City, Miami, Barcelona, Spain and San Paulo, Brazil.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
Nov 18, 2009 | General News, Travel & Leisure
Package includes overnight stay with coupons to Summer Shack,Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and Leffingwells Martini Bar
Good news for those whose summer went by too fast: the best parts of the season can still be enjoyed daily at Mohegan Sun. Leisurely clambakes, appetizers and tropical treats with a water view and drinks under the stars are all part of Mohegan Sun Indian Summer package.
Package includes:
- A luxurious overnight stay at Mohegan Sun.
- Two complimentary drinks under the stars at Leffingwells Martini Bar.
- A $50.00 coupon to Jasper White’s Summer Shack, inspired by a traditional New England clam shack featuring local and regional favorites and a fresh raw bar
- A $25.00 coupon to Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, an island oasis where guests can enjoy tropical drinks or a Cheeseburger in Paradise, all while overlooking the Thames River.
Package price starts at $114.00 per person plus tax and gratuity based on double occupancy.
To make a reservation for Mohegan Sun’s Indian Summer package, please call 1.888.777.7922 and mention code PTIND.
Restrictions may apply. Pricing is based on a one-night stay and double occupancy. Taxes and gratuity are not included. Package is based on availability. For more information, visit mohegansun.com/staying.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
Sep 16, 2009 | Food & Beverage, General News
Hunting Moon Lager, brewed in The Brew Pub at Mohegan Sun, returns September 25th
Mohegan Sun welcomes back its fall-seasonal lager Hunting Moon. The sweet Oktoberfest style beer will be on tap throughout the property for $4.25 a glass beginning on September 25th through early December.
Hunting Moon is brewed with Amber, Traditional Dark and Wheat malts. Its Hallertau hops add a distinctive element which is low in bitterness and high in aroma, a perfect transition from summer to winter. Brewmaster Joel Johnson has been brewing Hunting Moon since 1997. Hunting Moon is one of four great seasonal ales brewed by Mohegan Sun.
Mohegan Sun’s Hunting Moon ale will be served at: RaceBook Bar, The Hall of the Lost Tribes Bar, Cove Bar, Lodge Bar, The Racebook, Harvest Moon Bar, the inside bar of Todd English’s Tuscany, Leffingwells Martini Bar and the East Wind Bar. Mohegan Sun’s Sachem Ale and Mohegan Lager are on-tap 365 days a year at the same locations.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
Sep 4, 2009 | Breaking News, Food & Beverage, Special Events
Weekend festivities feature culinary events, seminars and the Grand Tasting at Mohegan Sun on January 30 and 31, 2010
SUN WINEFEST, New England’s most spectacular wine and food event, returns to Mohegan Sun Saturday, January 30th and Sunday, January 31, 2010.
The weekend’s main event is the Grand Tasting, which will be held in the Convention Center from 12:00pm to 5:00pm on Saturday, January 30th and Sunday, January 31st. Sample more than 1,000 fine wines provided by international wineries and specialty beers from breweries and beer companies from around the world. Exhibitors showcasing related services such as wine storage, culinary accessories and specialty foods will also be featured. Guests will have the opportunity to ask questions, hear commentary from the winemakers and experts, and enjoy delicacies from some of the region’s finest restaurants by purchasing tasting portions of signature dishes at a nominal rate.
Tickets for the Grand Tasting are $70.00 for a one-day pass and $110.00 for a weekend pass. They go on sale at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and through Ticketmaster Monday, September 14th. Ticketmaster customers may purchase online at ticketmaster.com, over the phone at 800.745.3000, or at any Ticketmaster outlet. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
SUN WINEFEST attendees will also have the opportunity to add to their experience by attending a series of interesting and educational seminars on a variety of topics. Tickets for seminars will be offered at an additional cost and are available at sunwinefest.com.
Mohegan Sun’s Executive Chef, Michael Luboff, is pleased to host Mohegan Sun’s own celebrity restaurateurs, Bobby Flay, Todd English and Jasper White who will be joined by an impressive lineup of culinary personalities. Celebrity chefs will be featured in cooking demonstrations all weekend on the Main Stage located in the Grand Tasting along with other entertaining presentations.
To further complement the SUN WINEFEST experience, Saturday night will feature a fundraiser to benefit The Connecticut Sports Foundation Against Cancer. The evening features a Celebrity Chef Dine Around, giving guests the opportunity to be served delectable dishes prepared by world-famous chefs, television celebrities and cookbook authors. Each dish will be paired with extraordinary wines and many talented winemakers will be on-hand. The evening culminates with an elaborate dessert display presented by Mohegan Sun’s Executive Pastry Chef Lynn Mansel. Tickets for the event are $175.00, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting The Connecticut Sports Foundation Against Cancer, a non-profit-IRS 501(C)(3) corporation chartered by the State of Connecticut whose mission is to provide economic assistance and compassionate aid to Connecticut cancer patients and their families and raise funds for cancer research. Because CSF is one of only a handful of organizations in Connecticut that provides financial assistance directly to cancer patients and their families, they are inundated with more applications for assistance than they can fulfill. Their long-term goal is to never have to turn anyone away.
New for 2010 — Introducing the Elite Cru Tasting in The Cabaret Theatre hosted by Contessa Premium Foods on Saturday from 3:00pm – 5:00pm. An exclusive opportunity for wine lovers of all levels to enjoy the “best of the best” from vineyards all over the world. From the experienced to the curious palate, taste some of the world’s finest wines. Speak with vintners and discover your new favorite grape.
Reserve your space now for this ultimate event. The Elite Cru Tasting will offer select vintages from premium wineries (Silver Oak Napa Valley, Antinori Solaia, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23, Duckhorn Three Palms Vineyard Merlot, to name a few) accompanied by Contessa Premium Shrimp.
Tickets to the Celebrity Chef Dine Around and Elite Cru Tasting are on sale now at sunwinefest.com or by calling Life Marketing and Events at 860.953.0444 ext. 144.
For more information on individual seminars, the Elite Cru Tasting, the Celebrity Chef Dine Around charity gala, special trade rates and hours and area hotel information, visit sunwinefest.com or call Life Marketing and Events at 860.953.0444 ext. 144.
SUN WINEFEST 2010 is a production of Life Marketing and Events, a West Hartford, Connecticut-based, full service firm that specializes in marketing, event management and production, public relations, sponsorship, advertising sales, creative design, promotions, publishing and more.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
Jun 5, 2009 | Food & Beverage, General News
Gourmet dishes and shopping specials offered throughout the property this Father’s Day
This Father’s Day, show Dad you care with a gourmet meal or a gift he will remember at Mohegan Sun. Mouth watering menu items prepared throughout the property on June 21st include:
Todd English’s Tuscany will celebrate Father’s Day with an exclusive chef’s tasting. Diners will begin with a Fingerling Salad tossed with Roasted Leeks and Roquefort Cheese, Pan-Roasted Swordfish with Horseradish Mashed Potatoes, Wood-Grilled Filet Mignon with Three-Onion Barlotto and topping off the meal will be a Signature Fallen Chocolate Cake. The special is offered at $60.00 from 5:00pm to 10:00pm.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House will serve dinner from 3:00pm to 11:00pm and guests can feast on a variety of dishes including: BBQ Baby Back Ribs with Chipotle Corn and Mashed Potatoes for $24.00; Roast Prime Rib Au Jus for $22.00; Grilled Hanger Steak with Wild Mushrooms and Sautéed Onions for $24.00; or Roast Rack of Lamb with Muddled Berries and Mint for $30.00. Looking to surprise Dad? Diners can order steaks, steak sauces and many other items inside the Michael Jordan Restaurant store at Mohegan Sun or online at michaeljordansteaks.com. Shipping is free and packages start at $109.95.
The Longhouse will offer a Bone-In Roast Prime Rib, Asparagus and Wild Mushroom Sauté with Pan-Fried New Potatoes and Fresh Herbs for $50.00 from 5:00pm to 10:00pm.
Bamboo Forest will serve a Wok-Seared Steak topped with Black Bean Shrimp and a side of Baby Bok Choy for $45.00 from 5:00pm to 10:00pm.
Birches Bar & Grill will prepare a three-course meal beginning with a choice of Soup or House Salad and then a Full Rack of Ribs served with French Fries, Coleslaw and Corn on the Cob. For dessert, a “Mac the Nut Sandwich” consisting of White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies with a half pound of Banana Rum Ice Cream with Special Sauce, Whipped Cream and a Cherry. The meal will be offered at $25.00 from 11:00am to 11:00pm.
A special Father’s Day brunch menu will be offered from 11:00am to 3:00pm at Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe. Guests will have a wide selection of gourmet dishes to choose from including: Smoked Salmon Salad with Grilled Asparagus, Baby Arugula, Tear Drop Tomatoes and Champagne Vinaigrette for $12.00; Blueberry Baked French Toast with Whipped Cream and Vermont Maple Syrup for $9.00; Roast Prime Rib with Au Jus Mashed Potatoes and Grilled Asparagus for $22.00; Crab Omelet with Remoulade and Red Bell Peppers for $12.00; Eggs Creole with Sautéed Spinach, Brioche, Prosciutto and Remoulade for $10.00; Steak & Eggs with Grilled Filet Mignon, Scrambled Eggs, Brioche Toast, Potatoes O’Brien and Fruit for $20.00; and a selection of delicious sides for $4.00 and $3.00 per item.
Lucky’s Lounge and The Dubliner will offer an assortment of appetizers and dishes on Father’s Day including: Buffalo Wings, hot or mild with Celery and Bleu Cheese Sauce for $8.00; Two Nathan’s Chili All-Beef Hot Dogs with House Beef Chili & Cheddar Cheese for $8.00; Chef Salad with Lettuce, Green Pepper, Onion, Cucumber, Tomato, Swiss & Provolone Cheese, Turkey & Ham for $10.00; Tender Prime Rib with Au Jus served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Green Bean Almondine for $14.00. Chocolate Crunch Cheesecake will be featured for dessert for $6.00.
Big Bubba’s BBQ celebrates Father’s Day with a Prime Rib dinner with Twice Baked Potato for $22.95.
Ben & Jerry’s will feature a buy one cone or cup and get the second one of equal value free for your Father all day on June 21st.
In addition to the delicious menu items that will be located throughout the property, Mohegan Sun also has a variety of unique gifts that Dad will enjoy.
Pamper Pop at Elemis Spa with a Father’s Day special that includes a 50-mintue Deep- Tissue Sports Massage, Skin IQ Facial, Ice Cool Foaming Shave Gel and Moisture Boost for $400.00.
Spin Street is taking 25% off of the Kodak Easyshare Digital Camera; Model C813. The special is available now through Father’s Day.
Brookstone is featuring two gifts that keep on giving with an Osim® uComfort™ Massage Chair for $1,845 and an Osim® uHarmony™ Massage Chair for $3,695. Both items offer a 0% interest 12-month finance plan, $99.00 delivery charge that includes Hands-On™ full-service set-up, package removal and a Three-year in-home protection and service plan. For more information, please visit www.Brookstone.com.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
