Hip-hop Superstar 50 Cent Joins a Celebrity-Filled Evening Honoring 30 Years of World-Class Entertainment at Mohegan Sun
WHAT: Hip-hop heavyweight, entrepreneur and film actor 50 Cent will make an appearance on the red carpet at Mohegan Sun on Saturday, October 10th as part of Mohegan Sun’s 30th Birthday festivities and will perform a few hits inside the Uncas Ballroom at a special 30th Birthday Party kicking off at 10:00pm. Limited tickets are available for this special event, available HERE via Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. The lavish birthday bash also features a premium open bar, an elegant Art Deco theme, a special DJ set by Kyle Cooke, a high-energy dance floor and more.
WHEN: Saturday, October 10th from 10:00pm – 2:00am
WHERE: The Uncas Ballroom inside Sky Convention Center
RED CARPET & 30TH BIRTHDAY PARTY SPECIAL GUESTS:
50 Cent, iconic artist from Queens, NY who became one of the most successful hip-hop artists of his generation. The “In Da Club” rapper has sold over 30 million albums worldwide since his major label debut, Get Rich or Die Tryin’
TV star and entrepreneur, Kyle Cooke, who also takes over the DJ Booth after stopping by Mohegan Sun’s pop-up bar in Sky Tower lobby, the 30th Birthday Bar
Hip-hop superstar, Flo Rida, who is also performing a special free concert at Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den on Saturday, October 10th at 8:00pm
Real Housewives of Rhode Island star Kelsey Swanson, The Real Housewives of New Jersey icon Teresa Giudice, and The Real Housewives of New York Citystars Erin Lichy, Ramona Singer, Sonja Morgan, Sai De Silva and Dorinda Medley
Emmy Award-winning television star, author and culinary expert Antoni Porowski
Social Media superstars Demi and Tom Schweers
Comedian, podcaster and social media personality, Chris Klemens
Legendary ring announcer, Michael Buffer, best known for his trademark phrase, “Let’s Get Ready to Rumble!.”
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN’S 30TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
One of the most successful casino & entertainment destinations in North America is turning 30, and Mohegan Sun is celebrating in unforgettable fashion. Beyond the star-studded entertainment, Mohegan Sun’s 30th Birthday Celebrations also features a free-to-enter 30th Birthday Pick ‘Em Contest at Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook, with a $30,000 grand prize, a special $30,000 Guaranteed No Limit Hold ‘Em Tournament, a $100,000 30th Birthday Slot Tournament, and a month-long Signature Stroll showcasing nostalgic dining favorites inspired by beloved restaurants throughout Mohegan Sun’s history. The special 30th Birthday Bar also opens its doors on Thursday, October 1st, lasting through Monday, October 12th. The limited-time Birthday Bar will serve specialty cocktails like the “30 Years Rising” and offers guests a festive way to toast 30 years of memories at Mohegan Sun.
The award-winning and viral card magician takes the stage for an unforgettable evening of close-up magic and cheating exposés
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 23, 2026) – Mohegan Sun invites guests to experience an extraordinary night of mind-blowing card magic when Jason Ladanye performs live at The Cabaret Theatre on Saturday, November 14th. Known as one of the most skilled sleight-of-hand entertainers in the world, Ladanye will bring his highly anticipated show featuring stunning card magic, audience interaction, and fascinating cheating demonstrations to Mohegan Sun for one night only.
Tickets for Jason Ladanye at The Cab are on sale now at comixroadhouse.com.
Jason Ladanye is a professional, award-winning sleight-of-hand entertainer who has performed card magic all around the world for the last twenty years. A protégé of legendary card man Darwin Ortiz, Jason has built a reputation as one of the finest technical card handlers alive today, headlining for Fortune 500 clients like Google, HBO Max, and the New York Yankees, and performing for celebrities including Bruce Willis, Michael Bolton, and Tom Holland. He’s a regular performer at the Magic Castle in Hollywood and the Chicago Magic Lounge, and his expertise has been featured on ABC’s 20/20 and Inside Edition.
Jason is also an author, with two best-selling instructional books, Confident Deceptions and Game Changer, and an online following of more than a million across his cardmagicbyjason platforms. Now he brings his sold-out brand of close-up card magic and cheating exposés to The Cab — a night of stunning sleight of hand you have to see to believe.
The Cab is part of the Comix Roadhouse entertainment lineup, and this show is your chance to catch one of the best card men working today up close. Comix Roadhouse continues to cement its place as one of the region’s premier entertainment destinations, having earned Connecticut Magazine’s 2026 Best of Connecticut statewide win for Best Casino Casual Dining, along with OpenTable’s 2026 Diners’ Choice Award.
For more information about entertainment at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com.
ABOUT THE CABARET THEATRE
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, Derek Jeter, Aaron Lewis, Indigo Girls, Dave Attell, Chris Botti, Air Supply and Chelsea Handler.
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 23, 2026) – Due to phenomenal fan demand, multiplatinum global superstar Hilary Duff has extended her acclaimed Live Nation-promoted world tour, the lucky me tour, with 32 newly announced dates across Europe, Latin America, and the United States. The expanded run includes a stop at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, October 8, 2027, with special guest Dashboard Confessional.
Tickets will be available starting with Citi and Verizon presales on Monday, September 28th at 10:00am local, followed by an Artist Presale on Tuesday, September 29th. Additional presales will take place throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning Friday, October 2nd at 10:00am local. Tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster.com or at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Duff teased the announcement at the final show on her UK leg which marked her second sold-out show at The O2 Arena in London. During the night’s encore of “What Dreams Are Made Of,” confetti with the message “2027 More Dates Loading” rained down as a countdown clock appeared on screen and her website simultaneously — hinting that the next chapter of Duff’s live journey would be announced when the clock reached 00:00. The moment exploded across social media as fans were buzzing about which cities the tour will hit next.
Marking her first full-scale global headline run in almost two decades, the lucky me tour celebrates her critically acclaimed sixth studio album luck… or something, which Rolling Stone, Billboard and Variety all named one of the “Best Albums of 2026.”
For more information on the lucky me tour and other upcoming events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com.
ABOUT HILARY DUFF
One of the defining stars of her generation, multiplatinum global icon Hilary Duff returns to the pop world with her boldest and most self-assured project yet, luck… or something. Duff first kicked off her music career with 2003’s 4X platinum Metamorphosis (featuring the Top 40-charting “So Yesterday” and “Come Clean”), then released her platinum-selling 2004 self-titled LP and 2007 autobiographical dance-pop collection Dignity. With those three albums alone selling a collective 15 million copies worldwide, she also established herself as a producer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and New York Times-bestselling author, all while continuing to deliver standout performances in TV and film, including her award-nominated turn on Darren Star’s “Younger.” Now signed to Atlantic Records, Duff launched a thrilling new chapter with her sixth studio album, luck… or something, her first new music since 2015’s Breathe In. Breathe Out. (a No. 5 debut on the Billboard 200, made with an extensive lineup of producers/co-writers, including Tove Lo and Ed Sheeran). luck… or something debuted at #3 on the Billboard 200, marking Duff’s highest chart position since 2007 and becoming the second-largest debut for a female artist this year. Garnering critical praise from Rolling Stone, Billboard, LA Times, Associated Press, Pitchfork, Glamour and more, the project officially became her sixth career Top 5 entry while simultaneously landing at #2 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales Chart. Internationally, luck… or something has soared to the top of the charts with Top 5 debuts in 6 countries, including #1 in Canada and Australia. Marking her first major tour in over 18 years, Duff’s global headline “the lucky me tour” spans seven countries, with dates across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the U.K., Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand including SOLD-OUT performances at New York’s Madison Square Garden and Los Angeles’ Kia Forum. Duff also surprised fans with the release of (Mine), a seven-song EP featuring newly re-recorded renditions of her greatest hits including “Come Clean (Mine)” and the beloved anthem, “What Dreams Are Made Of (Mine).
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena is one of the busiest sports & entertainment venues in the world and recently was named the “Best Casino Concert Venue” in the 2026 Newsweek Readers’ Choice 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. The arena is also an eight-time winner of “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music and was recognized as “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 37th Annual Pollstar Awards in 2026, an award Mohegan Sun Arena also won in 2024. The award-winning venue also celebrates its 25th anniversary in November 2026 with two special performances by Metallica. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit mohegansun.com/entertainment or call 1.888.226.7711. Complimentary self-parking is always available.
The band’s next headline run follows a fall stretch that has carried them through the UK, Europe, Japan, and Australia
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 18, 2026) – Indie rock titans and eight-time GRAMMY nominees Death Cab for Cutie – Benjamin Gibbard, Nicholas Harmer, Jason McGerr, Dave Depper and Zac Rae – have announced a run of North American tour dates for 2027, which includes a one-night stop in Connecticut. Death Cab for Cutie will perform at Mohegan Sun Arena at 8:00pm on Friday, April 9, 2027, with special guest Swapmeet.
Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10:00am on Friday, September 25th via Ticketmaster, and at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, September 26th, subject to availability. The artist presale begins Wednesday, September 23rd, followed by local presale on Thursday, September 24th. Fans can find full details and sign up for updates at deatcabforcutie.com
Death Cab for Cutie’s I Built You A Tower marks the band’s return to their independent roots after 20 years on Atlantic Records. Produced and engineered by John Congleton and recorded at Animal Rites in Los Angeles as well as the band members’ homes in Seattle, Bellingham, Los Angeles and Portland, the album features “Riptides,” the band’s 9th #1 at Adult Alternative radio.
In recent years, Death Cab for Cutie celebrated several historic milestones, including massive sold-out tours celebrating the 20th anniversaries of seminal releases Transatlanticism and Plans. Those tours were pivotal to the creation of I Built You A Tower, as the band drew on that renewed connection with their catalog and each other to record a leaner, more immediate set of songs.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena is one of the busiest sports & entertainment venues in the world and recently was named the “Best Casino Concert Venue” in the 2026 Newsweek Readers’ Choice 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. The arena is also an eight-time winner of “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music and was recognized as “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 37th Annual Pollstar Awards in 2026, an award Mohegan Sun Arena also won in 2024. The award-winning venue also celebrates its 25th anniversary in November 2026 with two special performances by Metallica. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit mohegansun.com/entertainment or call 1.888.226.7711. Complimentary self-parking is always available.
From haunted cocktails and costume contests to Halloween shopping and wellness specials, guests can enjoy spooky season all October long
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 14, 2026) – Halloween season comes to life at Mohegan Sun with festive experiences including the return of the haunted cocktail pop-up bar, Spookeasy, nightlife events featuring costume contests, shopping deals, wellness specials and the inaugural New England Halloween Fest. From family-friendly activities to late-night celebrations, Mohegan Sun is the ultimate destination for Halloween fun all October long.
The Spookeasy is Back at Mohegan Sun
Beginning Friday, October 16th through Sunday, November 1st, guests can step into The Spookeasy, Mohegan Sun’s haunted Halloween pop-up bar located in the Sky Tower Lobby. The Spookeasy features handcrafted cocktails with a wicked twist, photo-worthy moments at every turn, and an atmosphere that’s equal parts mysterious and irresistible. Whether stopping in before dinner, a concert or a night on the town, guests can embrace the thrills of spooky season while enjoying one of Mohegan Sun’s most unique seasonal experiences.
Experience the Inaugural New England Halloween Fest
Halloween enthusiasts won’t want to miss the first-ever New England Halloween Fest, taking place Saturday, October 17th and Sunday, October 18th inside Mohegan Sun’s Earth Expo & Convention Center. Featuring more than 145,000 square feet of festive fun, the event feels like an indoor Salem, providing the ultimate Halloween experience. Guests can explore a pumpkin patch walkthrough, enjoy live pumpkin carving, visit a Witch History Museum and Paranormal Museum, and browse unique vendors throughout the event. Attendees can also brave a scare zone, compete in costume contests, and meet celebrities from some of their favorite Halloween-themed films.
Halloween Costume Party with DJ Tommy Carlucci at Avalon Nightclub
The Halloween festivities continue on Saturday, October 31st, when DJ Tommy Carlucci hosts Mohegan Sun’s annual Halloween Costume Party at Avalon Nightclub. Guests are encouraged to dress to impress for a chance to win prizes in multiple costume categories including Best Overall Costume, Best Group Costume, Most Creative Costume and Best Arcade/Sports Theme Costume. Costume contest winners will take home prize packages featuring VIP Avalon experiences, complimentary hotel stays and $200 gift cards to Michael Jordan’s Steak House, The Farm Italy, Beauty & Essex or Game On, depending on category.
Monster Ball: Rock Gods & Ghouls at novelle
Novelle keeps the Halloween party going with the Monster Ball: Rock Gods & Ghouls costume party on Saturday, October 31st at 10:00pm. This free, 21+ event invites guests to channel legendary performers, iconic concert moments and music’s biggest stars while enjoying specialty cocktails, music by DJ Flip and a high-energy atmosphere. Attendees can compete in multiple costume categories where the most creative and show-stopping looks inspired by unforgettable arena performances can win prizes. Categories include Best Individual Rock Gods-Themed Costume, Best Dynamic Duo and Best Music Group, with prizes including tickets to Sun Wine & Food Fest and more. Winners will be announced at Midnight and must be present to claim their prize.
Seasonal Shopping and Wellness Promotions at The Shops
Guests can also enjoy Halloween-themed offerings throughout Mohegan Sun’s premier shopping and wellness destinations.
Lush
Lush is bringing Halloween fun to Mohegan Sun with a custom Trick-or-Treat reusable canvas bag activity on October 24th and festive $10 bath bomb pressing experiences on October 30th and 31st.
Lux Bond & Green
Celebrate Halloween with a curated collection of fine jewelry, timepieces and giftware inspired by the season at Lux Bond & Green. Featured pieces include black onyx, black South Sea pearls, vintage estate treasures, evil eye motifs, skulls, serpents and celestial-inspired designs that perfectly capture the spirit of Halloween.
Second Wind IV Therapy
Throughout October at the all-new Second Wind IV Therapy, guests can get a BOO-st of energy with a special seasonal promotion. As part of the promo, guests who purchase any full IV infusion will receive a complimentary B12 injection, a $55 value. Additionally, during Halloween weekend, guests who arrive in costume for their appointment will receive a $25 Second Wind gift card valid toward a future visit.
Complimentary injection subject to medical eligibility and authorization. Additional terms may apply.
For additional details on Halloween celebrations and all the excitement happening at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com.
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 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.
