Aug 21, 2014 | Food & Beverage, Special Events
Microbrews, craft beers, and more finished off with an exclusive BrewBrunch
Uncasville, CT (August 21, 2014) – Sun BrewFest returns to Mohegan Sun on Saturday, October 4th and Sunday, October 5th with a variety of finely crafted brews to please any palate. Treat yourself to a weekend of beer tasting capped off by an exclusive Sunday BrewBrunch.
Saturday Tasting Sessions
Tap into up to 200 of the best beers around during one of the two tasting sessions on Saturday, October 4th. Explore a wide variety of breweries pouring out 2 ounce samples of their favorite beers for guests to enjoy 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 Uncas Ballroom.
Tickets to the tasting sessions are $25.00 each. The first session runs from 1:00pm to 4:00pm and the second session runs from 7:00pm to 10:00pm.
BrewBrunch
The fun continues to flow on Sunday during a special BrewBrunch sponsored by Goose Island and Absolut from 11:00am to 2:00pm. The BrewBrunch features beer infused cocktails and an array of brunch items, each and every recipe containing Goose Island beer! If you’re all brewed out, don’t worry, Absolut will help you create your own signature Bloody Mary for the perfect brunch beverage.
Tickets to the BrewBrunch are $60.00 each and include all food and drink.
Sun BrewFest Packages
This year Mohegan Sun is offering two special packages for Sun BrewFest.
- “BrewFest Fanatic”
- $40.00 per person
- Entry into an exclusive “Fanatics Hour” on Saturday from Noon to 1:00pm
- Entry into the first tasting session on Saturday
- “Brew Lover’s Weekend Package”
- $100.00 per person
- Entry into the first tasting session on Saturday
- Entry into the Sunday BrewBrunch
Hotel Package:
Take part in Sun BrewFest, plus be treated to all Mohegan Sun has to offer with this special hotel package! Packages start at $599.00 and include an overnight stay at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel on Saturday, October 4th as well as two tickets to the first tating session on Saturday October 4th and two BrewBrunch tickets on Sunday October 5th.
Tickets for Sun BrewFest go on sale Friday, August 22nd at 10:00am at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster. A portion of all ticket prices will go to the American Red Cross. Tickets will be required for entry to all events. All guests in attendance must be 21+.
For the most up-to-date information and a list of brewers participating in Sun BrewFest, please visit sunbrewfest.com.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 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 view us on YouTube.
Aug 19, 2014 | Special Events
WHAT: 
Kathy Wakile of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New Jersey visits Mohegan Sun for a free Reality Check event to sign copies of her new cookbook.
WHEN/WHERE:
Friday, October 10th
8:00pm- Book Signing Event
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
Mohegan Sun is about to get a whole lot sweeter when Bravo reality star, Kathy Wakile, stops in for a special Reality Check event. The New Jersey housewife turned dessert queen will sign copies of her new cookbook, Indulge: Delicious Little Desserts That Keep Life Real Sweet for fans on Friday, October 10th.
Kathy is a business woman and mother of two. Her most recent achievement is her venture into indulging specialty foods and desserts. Her dessert line includes cannoli kits, chip & dip platters, desserts, gluten free and specialty coffee’s items which are all available for purchase through her website. To learn more about Kathy, follow her on Twitter and like her on Facebook.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Kathy Wakile will be signing copies of Indulge: Delicious Little Desserts That Keep Life Real Sweet which will be for sale at Spin Street.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 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 view us on YouTube.
Aug 18, 2014 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: 
Join Mohegan Sun for The Price Is Right Contestant Search, held by CBS Boston, on Thursday, September 18th for a chance to compete on contestants’ row in Los Angeles, California!
WHEN/WHERE:
Thursday, September 18th
2:00pm – 5:00pm
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
COME ON DOWN to Mohegan Sun for your chance to audition for CBS’s classic game show, The Price Is Right. If you’re enthusiastic and think you have what it takes, bring your big personality to The Shops at Mohegan Sun from 2:00pm to 5:00pm and you could land yourself a spot on the show! Two people from The Price Is Right Contestant Search at Mohegan Sun will be selected to fly to Los Angeles, one of which will get to bid on contestants’ row!
*Note: You must be 18 years of age or older to participate.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 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 view us on YouTube.
Aug 11, 2014 | Food & Beverage
UNCASVILLE, CT (August 11, 2014) – Enjoy a week of specialty menus and dining deals during Restaurant Week at Mohegan Sun. Many of the restaurants at Mohegan Sun have prepared exciting courses paired with great deals in celebration of Restaurant Week.
20% Off Food Purchase
From September 14th through September 19th, guests can take advantage of 20% off food purchases at Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain, Todd English’s Tuscany, Bobby’s Burger Palace and Seasons Buffet!
Ballo Italian Restaurant
Throughout Restaurant Week, Ballo Italian Restaurant will be featuring a three-course dinner for just $29.95 from 4:00pm to close. The signature meal includes your choice of antipasti from their Classic Caesar Salad, the meatballs with pomodoro and ricotta or arugula with shaved parmigiano, pine nuts and lemon. For secondi, choose from Rigatoni in a spicy sausage ragu with pecorino fonduta, Chicken Parmigiana in a house pomodoro topped with mozzarella and basil, Salmon accompanied by charred broccolini and toasted almonds in a blood orange vinaigrette, or Skirt Steak paired with grilled corn and an herb crema ($10.00 supplement). Finish the unforgettable meal off with Ballo’s delicious Kahlua and Dark Chocolate Espresso Cannoli.
Hash House A Go Go
Hash House A Go Go celebrates Restaurant Week at Mohegan Sun with buy one, get one burgers.
*Two beverages must be purchased with the burgers; the lesser of the two will be free. This offer is valid for dine-in only, no to-go orders.
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
Krispy Kreme sweetens up Restaurant week by offering a free small soda or drip coffee with any six or more doughnuts purchased.
The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House
Stop by The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House during Restaurant Week and enjoy their Apple Cider Glazed Pork Medallions for just $15.00 per person plus tax and gratuity. They are served over butternut squash along with roasted root vegetables. Momentum Dollars and coupons are welcome to be used with this special.
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
From September 14th through the 19th, for just $17.99 per person, plus tax and gratuity, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville is serving up a scrumptious specialty dinner! On the menu is Buttermilk Fried Chicken Breast served with Yukon gold mashed potatoes, green beans and chicken gravy. If you’ve saved room, indulge in a warm dark chocolate brownie, complete with vanilla ice cream, chocolate fudge and whipped cream.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House
Michael Jordan’s Steak House is serving a slam dunk meal in honor of Restaurant Week. The $49.00 per person, three-course meal begins with guest’s selection of either a Classic Caesar Salad or Lobster and Fingerling Potato Chowder. For the main course, a Prime Sirloin Steak with wild mushrooms in a Dijon mustard, along with your choice of Yukon gold mashed potatoes or Scottish Salmon with Heirloom Tomato and Cornbread Puree. For dessert, Michael Jordan’s Steak House is offering White Chocolate Bread Pudding accompanied by seasonal berries or a choice of their daily sorbet selection.
SolToro Tequila Grill
The deals continue at SolToro Tequila Grill, where a $23.00 per person, three-course meal is being offered. Enjoy their house made chips and then sink your teeth into their chicken taquitos to get things started. The second course is diner’s choice of enchiladas or a chicken or beef burrito. For dessert, choose between a brownie sundae with cinnamon ice cream, caramel, chocolate sauce and whipped cream or a SolToro flan with house made caramel sauce.
Virgil’s Real Barbeque
Enjoy Fish and Chips along with the soup of the day and a fountain beverage, all for just $16.95, at Virgil’s Real Barbeque.
Jasper White’s Summer Shack
Jasper White’s Summer Shack will be offering a four-course tasting during Restaurant Week for $30.00 per person plus tax and gratuity.
Chief’s Deli
Receive a free Hebrew National hot dog with the purchase of any fountain beverage.
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 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 view us on YouTube.
Aug 4, 2014 | Entertainment, General News
The Arena’s powerhouse calendar so far in 2014 also helped boost the venue to #37 for all Arenas worldwide, In Pollstar Magazine’s mid-year rankings
UNCASVILLE, CT (August 4, 2014) – In Pollstar Magazine’s recently released mid-year report, Mohegan Sun Arena comes in ranking 11th for all Arenas in the U.S., regardless of size. Mohegan Sun Arena currently sits ahead of other big music venue forces such as The Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA, The Prudential Center in Newark, NJ and Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. All of whom have capacities over 18,000.
“It’s quite an accomplishment and one that so many people here at Mohegan Sun deserve to celebrate. A ton of hard work goes into making Mohegan Sun Arena one of the most popular and attractive entertainment venues in the world. To continue to be in the company of places like the Sprint Center, Wells Fargo Center and Madison Square Garden feels tremendous, especially when you factor in how much larger some of these places are.” said Tom Cantone, Senior Vice President of Sports & Entertainment for Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority.
Mohegan Sun Arena continues to build off of an amazing 2013 where Prince rounded out the concert calendar with three consecutive highly crowd pleasing shows in late December. The venue also was named “Best Arena of the Year” at the 2013 G2E Global Gaming Conference’s Casino Entertainment Awards as well as “Casino of the Year” for 2013, by the Academy of Country Music.
Being the 37th ranked venue for all Arenas in the world by Pollstar is something Mohegan Sun is extremely proud of as well. An amazing calendar thus far through 2014 included some of the most high-profile global touring acts around. Some of which brought in performances by Jay Z, The Killers, Hunter Hayes, Cher, Bruce Springsteen, Justin Timberlake, Boston, Lady Gaga, Kings of Leon, Luke Bryan, Michael Bublé, Queen + Adam Lambert, Darius Rucker, Katy Perry, Lady Antebellum and Imagine Dragons.
*All figures are based off of tickets sold worldwide as reported to Pollstar for shows played between January 1, 2014 through June 30, 2014.
Mohegan Sun Arena is a 10,000 seat capacity venue which is now consistently ranked among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the Academy of Country Music Awards. For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
