Fan-favorite ventriloquist returns for one-night-only on September 11th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 11, 2026) ––Global comedy superstar Jeff Dunham is set to bring his wildly popular live show back to Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, September 11th, 2026 at 8:00pm.
Tickets go on sale Friday, May 15th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Subject to availability, Comedy fans can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting on Saturday, May 16th.
Dunham performed live in front of over 7.7 million people across 1,500+ performances between June 2007 through June 2024. He’s completed a total of nine international tours with shows in more than 20 different countries, including (but not limited to): Canada, the U.K., Ireland, Scotland, Switzerland, Holland, Belgium, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Germany, France, Australia, New Zealand, Abu Dhabi, Israel, Malaysia, Singapore, and also South Africa, where he’s the highest-selling international comedian of all time.
Beyond the stage, Dunham has also filmed 13 record-breaking comedy specials, and currently holds three of the top-five highest-rated programs on Comedy Central. Of those specials, Minding the Monsters (2012) and Controlled Chaos (2011) were the network’s most viewed specials of their respective years, while 2008’s Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special remains Comedy Central’s highest rated program of all time. His 2019 Netflix special Beside Himself, still ranks in the top five most watched among all Netflix Comedy Specials. All-in, his specials have garnered nearly 2.5 billion views across all digital and broadcast platforms.
Dunham is also an avid car collector whose extensive agglomeration includes the Lost In Space chariots from both the original TV series and current Netflix series; the Batmobile from 1992’s Batman Returns; and a replica from the same mold of the 1966 Batmobile from the original Batman TV series. Both Dunham and pieces of his collection have been regular guests on Jay Leno’s Garage.
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.
George Thorogood & The Destroyers join the bill on Saturday, September 12th
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 21, 2026) ––ZZ Top has announced seven more weeks of U.S. dates on their ongoing The Big One! Tour, which began last month, including a stop at Mohegan Sun Arena, where ZZ Top with special guests George Thorogood & The Destroyers are confirmed to appear on Saturday, September 12th. The show begins at 8:00pm.
Fans can secure tickets beginning Friday, April 24th via Ticketmaster, before tickets become available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office on Saturday, April 25th.
ZZ Top – Billy F Gibbons, Frank Beard and Elwood Francis – has proven to be one of most sought-after touring attractions of the era and the breadth of their dates confirms their status across three continents. Billy Gibbons commented, “It’s true that we’ve been spending a lot of time on the road and the more we’re out there, the better it feels. It’s a good time for us and for the generations of fans who appreciate what we do. We’ve been at it for quite a while – something like five decades – and it seems we’re getting good at it so there’s no reason to slow things down. Let’s rock!”
ABOUT ZZ TOP
The stuff of rock legend, ZZ Top traces its history back to the last day of 1969 with the band making its public debut at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Beaumont, TX shortly thereafter. In the intervening years, ZZ Top has been responsible for the sale of more than 60 million albums worldwide. Their catalog includes four RIAA certified Gold albums, six Platinum albums and one album, Eliminator, that has been certified Diamond in recognition of sales of more than 10 million copies. Beyond that, they enjoyed eight Top 40 singles, two Platinum-certified video collections and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004 by Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones.
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 a 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.
R&B Trio Takes the Stage Saturday, September 19th at 8:00pm
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 20, 2026) –– The stars behind timeless hits like “I’ll Make Love To You” and “End of the Road,” Boyz II Men, one of the most successful R&B groups of all time are set to return to Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, September 19, 2026, bringing their signature harmonies and soulful ballads back to Uncasville for an 8:00pm show.
Tickets for Boyz II Men go on sale Friday, April 24th, at 10:00am via Ticketmaster. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, April 25th.
Boyz II Men redefined popular R&B and continue to tour with their timeless hits that appeal to fans across all generations. The band has penned and performed some of the most celebrated classics of the past three decades. Music lovers can expect favorites such as “End of the Road,” “I’ll Make Love to You,” “One Sweet Day” and “Motownphilly.”
The group’s four GRAMMY® Awards are just the tip of the iceberg. Throughout their 30 plus-year career, Boyz II Men has also won a whopping nine American Music Awards, nine Soul Train Awards, three Billboard Music Awards and a MOBO Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music. Boyz II Men’s accolades also include receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a Casino Entertainment Award for the group’s acclaimed residency at the Mirage Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, which launched in 2013.
The trio holds the distinction of being the best-selling R&B group of all time, with an astounding 64 million albums sold. The reason is abundantly clear — for the past three decades, Boyz II Men has given fans a rich catalog of hits filled with smooth harmonies and enduring themes and for Boyz II Men, the hits just keep on coming. The group continues to bring its legendary act to stages across the world.
In 2021, Boyz II Men starred in ABC’s A Very Boy Band Holiday, Live in Front of a Studio Audience: The Facts of Life and Diff’rent Strokes, and CMT Crossroads Christmas: Brett Young & Friends. In November 2023, Boyz II Men starred in a national television spot by recreating the iconic Chili’s Baby Back Ribs jingle, which turned into a viral sensation for the next generation.
The trio opened the 2024 NFL season by singing the national anthem for Monday Night Football and performed it again at F1 in Las Vegas last November. Ending the 2024 holiday season Boyz II Men also collaborated with the Kelce brothers for a new Christmas song.
In 2025, the group announced they will be working on a biopic movie and documentary. Most recently they are featured on music from the Disneyland Resort 70th celebration with their rendition of “Rainbow Connection.” As they continue to tour across the world the group just wrapped a sold-out tour run called “The New Edition Way.”
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 a 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.
Mohegan is excited to announce the appointment of Joe Soper as VP of Sports & Entertainment, where he will oversee strategy and programming for Mohegan Sun’s entertainment as well working collaboratively across Mohegan’s overall portfolio, which includes Mohegan Pennsylvania in Northeast Pennsylvania as well as Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara In Niagara Falls, Ontario, CA. Mohegan Sun is home to more than 120 concerts and sporting events annually inside the 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena alone, which just recently announced two special 25th Anniversary shows with the legendary rock band, Metallica.
Joe Soper returns to Mohegan following his service on the Mohegan Tribal Council, where he has held the role of Corresponding Secretary since 2019. In this role, Soper was responsible for all correspondence issued by The Tribal Council, and for communicating all appropriate information from the Council to members of the Mohegan Tribe. Prior to his years on the Mohegan Tribal Council, Soper built a 15-year career at Mohegan Sun, first as a Senior Financial Analyst followed by serving as Director of Sports & Entertainment. In his leadership role as Director, Soper was a key asset in helping to grow Mohegan Sun Arena into one of the world’s busiest and most decorated live entertainment venues in the world, while also supporting booking, programming and development initiatives across Mohegan’s broader portfolio.
“Joe Soper is a proven leader with invaluable insight and expertise not only as it applies to Mohegan Sun’s Sports & Entertainment, but as it applies throughout our entire enterprise and we’re thrilled to welcome him back to lead one of the most dynamic areas of our business,” -said David Martinelli, CMO of Mohegan. “His dedication and experience will prove integral to the continued momentum in elevating the future of live entertainment at Mohegan Sun.”
As VP of Sports & Entertainment, Soper will not only oversee the strategic direction and day-to-day programming of Mohegan Sun’s robust entertainment but will also play a key role in cultivating and strengthening high-impact industry partnerships. This includes working closely with leading promoters like Live Nation, top music agencies such as CAA and WME, as well as major sports and entertainment organizations including WWE, to attract premier talent, secure first-to-market performances, and continue elevating Mohegan Sun’s position as a top-tier destination for live entertainment.
Soper attended Western New England University and received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in finance.
ABOUT MOHEGAN
Mohegan is the owner, developer, and manager of premier entertainment resorts in the United States and Canada. Mohegan’s U.S. operations include resorts in Connecticut and Pennsylvania and Canadian operations are based in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The brand’s iGaming division, Mohegan Digital, provides cutting-edge online gaming solutions to Mohegan’s loyal fan base and meets the digital needs of North American customers. Mohegan is owner and operator of Connecticut Sun, a professional basketball team in the WNBA. For more information on Mohegan and its properties, please visit mohegangaming.com.
Delectable brunches, family-friendly events, elevated shopping and more await at one extraordinary destination
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 7, 2026) – Celebrate Mother’s Day at Mohegan Sun with moments made to spoil, surprise and delight, and not just on Mother’s Day. From elegant Mother’s Day Brunches and inspired dining specials to strolling the New England Spring Craft Festival throughout the weekend, sipping cocktails at The Secret Garden Bar, or unwinding with a restorative escape at Mandara Spa, every detail is designed to make moms feel truly celebrated.
Dining
The highly anticipated Premium and Classic Mother’s Day Brunches return on Sunday, May 10th in the Uncas Ballroom, and tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office. The Premium Brunch takes place from 10:00am – Noon and features an elevated spread of brunch specialties like pancakes, crispy bacon, lobster bisque, a prime rib carving station, and an extensive dessert display.
The Classic Brunch, from 1:30pm – 3:30pm on Mother’s Day, offers chef-curated favorites like fluffy scrambled eggs, kielbasa, cracker-crusted cod and oven-roasted turkey breast, as well as an assortment of desserts. Both brunches will feature live music from Moment’s Notice featuring David Davis and Wayne Brown and include complimentary Mimosa, Bellini and Bloody Mary bars (alcohol is available for adult tickets only).
Limited-time menus and delicious dining specials will also be available at various restaurants for Mother’s Day. Jasper White’s Summer Shack is offering a three-course prix fixe meal that features main entrées like Grilled Lobster Tails and Baked Stuffed Shrimp, along with beloved classic choices for appetizers and desserts for $65 per person. Todd English’s Tuscany has something for all guests to enjoy, including Grilled Faroe Islands Salmon with a red wine glaze and braised bean medley, and a special Truffle and Pear Flatbread made with salsa bianca, gorgonzola dolce and black truffle. Other special menus can be enjoyed at Comix Roadhouse, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, and Sushi Koya on Mother’s Day. The Shed Restaurant will offer a special Watermelon Salad and Shakshuka Burger all weekend in honor of Mother’s Day.
The Secret Garden Bar, Mohegan Sun’s limited-time spring pop-up bar located in the Sky Tower Lobby, is open seven days a week, and features immersive décor and visually stunning presentations to complement a curated menu of signature spring cocktails like Bonsai & Berries, made with Grey Goose Berry Rouge; Your Grace’s Garden, featuring Hendrick’s Gin; and the Spring Fever, which combines South County Limoncello with Bols Elderflower Liqueur and La Marca Prosecco. The transformed venue, which will be open until mid-June, is an experience in itself, and all ages are welcome to enjoy the beautiful springtime scenery.
Events & Experiences
The Secret Garden Bar will also offer guests an opportunity to craft beautiful custom floral bouquets featuring hand-selected blooms at Sip & Stem on Thursday, May 7th. Dahlia Dreams Flower Farm will guide participants through the bouquet-making experience as they design a unique arrangement to take home. Specially curated craft cocktails from South County Distillers will also be available for purchase during the event. Sip & Stem is open to all ages and tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Guests can also enjoy the New England Spring Craft Festival, returning to the Earth Expo & Convention Center Saturday, May 9th and Sunday, May 10th, after a successful inaugural year in 2025. This one-of-a-kind indoor festival blends the charm of a traditional craft fair with the indulgence of a gourmet food showcase, featuring more than 275 American artisans from across the region. Guests will discover a vibrant marketplace filled with handcrafted treasures and specialty foods all under one roof. Tickets for New England Spring Craft Festival can be purchased in advance for a discount or at event doors.
Mohegan Sun Arena will be another go-to destination for moms, families, and fans to enjoy the Connecticut Sun’s 2026 Home Opener, presented by TD. The Sun face off against the Seattle Storm at 1:00pm on Sunday, May 10th at Mohegan Sun Arena. Individual tickets for the home opener, as well as the rest of the season, can be purchased on Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Shopping & Self-Care
For a gift offering endless possibilities, a Mohegan Sun gift card invites loved ones to relax, recharge and indulge on their own terms. Gift cards can be used for shopping, dining and entertainment and are accepted at the luxurious hotels at Mohegan Sun, Mandara Spa, Mohegan Sun Golf Club, and The Shops at Mohegan Sun, which includes outlets like Lux Bond & Green, Coach, Le Creuset, Swarovski, and Chocolux.
For those interested in treating mom to a spa day, Mandara Spa is offering guests $50 off $350 or more on spa and salon services. The Spring Serenity Special is available Mondays – Thursdays, excluding holidays, now through May 31st.
For additional information on Mother’s Day at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com/mothersday.
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.
