Dec 9, 2025 | Jackpots
$5 Bet Turns Into Nearly $1 Million for One Guest, While Another Hits $100K Jackpot on Triple Double Bonus Poker
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 9, 2025) – One lucky guest just turned $5 into nearly $1 million at Mohegan Sun! On Thursday, December 4th, a Connecticut resident playing on a Spanish 21 table in Casino of the Sky when they hit the Triple Diamond progressive jackpot for a life-changing payout of $940,658. The win came after the guest was dealt a “21,” which earned them a spin on the wheel thanks to the $5 side bet.
Also on Thursday, December 4th, Blackstone, MA resident, Mark “Johnny Jackpot” Wisniewski, walked away with a massive jackpot while playing in Casino of the Sky. “Johnny Jackpot” was playing on an IGT Triple Double Bonus Poker machine when he spun quad Aces and won $100,000!
Mohegan Sun’s two unique casinos, Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Earth, feature nearly 4,000 total slot games, as well as high-limit lounges and exclusive rewards while playing through the award-winning loyalty program, Momentum. Casino of the Sky is also home to Mohegan Sun’s most popular slot area, the Hold & Spin Slot Zone, which is home to more than 250 slot games like Dragon Link and Dollar Storm that have the exhilarating Hold & Spin bonus feature. This year Mohegan Sun also unveiled the Sky Slot Tournament Zone located near The Cabaret Theatre, home to thrilling games like Wheel of Fortune, Hex Breaker and Cleopatra, all of which seamlessly switch between tournament mode and regular play. This tournament zone also now features self-service kiosks which allow pre-registered guests to print their tournament entry for immediate play. At the center of this dynamic space is a stunning 38-foot video wall, delivering real-time scoring, live promotions, and immersive television content. From $100,000 tournaments to the Hot Summer Fun Slot Series, this tournament zone sets a new standard for engagement and entertainment during Mohegan Sun’s slot tournaments!
A special hotel package celebrating the new Sky Slot Tournament Zone, equipped with $50 in Free Slot Play, is also being offered on mohegansun.com. More details on the “Lights, Slots, and Free Play” Hotel Package are available HERE.
Back in September, Mohegan Sun was named #1 “Best Casino for Slots” in USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The ‘Best Casino for Slots’ honor arrives during a year in which Mohegan Sun has awarded various major jackpots, including $1,374,307 won by a lucky guest on the popular IGT game, Jumanji Next Level. A $5 bet on a Monopoly Cash Wheel game by Aristocrat Gaming also netted $412,607 for a Connecticut native visiting Mohegan Sun in early August. For all other major jackpot wins recently at Mohegan Sun, visit https://newsroom.mohegansun.com/category/jackpots/
To learn more about all that Mohegan Sun has to offer, visit mohegansun.com/playing.
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.
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Dec 5, 2025 | Gaming
No Limit Texas Hold’em Tournaments to take place in the Mohegan Sun Poker Room from December 19th – 21st and January 7th – 10th
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 5, 2025) – Mohegan Sun is rolling out two marquee Texas Hold’em tournaments this holiday season promising high stakes and serious winnings! Players can take part in the Winter Freeze Tournament from December 19th – 21st and keep the holiday spirit alive into the New Year with the Holiday Hangover Tournament from January 7th – 10th. These no limit Texas Hold’em Poker tournaments each have a $50,000 guarantee with a pay structure that awards the top 12%.
Mohegan Sun’s Winter Freeze Tournament, which is set to take place from December 19th – 21st, has a $400 entry fee that provides players with 25,000 in tournament chips with an option to purchase a 5,000 chip dealer add-on for $10. On-site registration, which will remain open until the beginning of level seven, will take place in the Mohegan Sun Poker Room starting at 9:15am on day one. To up the stakes, the player with the highest hand (three of a kind or better) at the end of level one on day one will receive their full buy-in back.
Guests who fell short in the Winter Freeze Tournament or want to reclaim the throne can play in Mohegan Sun’s Holiday Hangover Tournament from January 7th – 10th. This $50,000 guarantee prize pool Texas Hold’em Tournament features a $300 entry fee that provides players with 25,000 tournament chips with the option to purchase a 5,000 chip dealer-add on for $10. On-site registration will take place in the Mohegan Sun Poker Room one hour before the start of each flight on day one and will remain open until the beginning of level nine. This tournament will also feature the high hand promotion where the player with the highest hand (three of a kind or better) at the end of level one on day one will receive their full buy-in back.
Beyond the Winter Freeze and Holiday Hangover tournaments, the Mohegan Sun Poker Room regularly offers daily “No Limit Texas Hold’em” and “Bounty” tournaments. A full tournament schedule can be found on the Mohegan Sun website. Those not looking to play in tournaments can check out Mohegan Sun Poker Room’s daily cash game offerings including 7 Card Stud, Texas Hold’em, No Limit Texas Hold’em, Omaha, Razz, Badugi and 2-7 Triple Draw.
For more information about Mohegan Sun’s upcoming tournaments and all other Poker offerings, visit mohegansun.com/poker.
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.
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Dec 2, 2025 | Breaking News, Entertainment
Grammy Nominated Band Brings Their Signature Blend of Soul, Pop, and Rock to Mohegan Sun Arena This Spring
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 2, 2025) –Mohegan Sun Arena is set to welcome the acclaimed band Lake Street Dive for an unforgettable performance on Friday, April 10th, 2026. The show will begin at 8:00pm. Known for their dynamic live shows and chart-topping hits, Lake Street Dive continues to captivate audiences nationwide, and this appearance promises to deliver a captivating experience.
Tickets go on sale Friday, December 5th, 2025, through Ticketmaster. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, December 6th, 2025.
Lake Street Dive have pushed the possibilities of Pop music as a unifying force, not only through their eclectic sound—a boldly original cross-pollination of Soul, Folk, Jazz, Classic Pop, and more—the five-piece’s all-embracing ethos has also made them a beloved live band known for building a potent connection among every crowd. In the making of their GRAMMY-nominated album Good Together, vocalist Rachael Price, bassist/background vocalist Bridget Kearney, drummer/background vocalist Mike Calabrese, keyboardist/vocalist Akie Bermiss, and guitarist/background vocalist James Cornelison reinforced the deep sense of purpose behind their output, often turning their attention to the many factors driving us apart today (e.g., unchecked technological growth, culturally imposed isolation, the cult of relentless self-optimization). Born from a mindset they refer to as “joyful rebellion,” Good Together arrives as a body of work both gloriously defiant and primed to inspire unbridled dancing and ecstatic singing-along.
The follow-up to 2021’s Obviously, Good Together finds Lake Street Dive working again with Grammy-winning producer Mike Elizondo (Fiona Apple, Sheryl Crow, Gary Clark Jr.). With its sonic landscape encompassing everything from R&B to Funk to Brazilian Pop, the album opens on its title track: a left-of-center love song celebrating the thrill of defying expectation and following your heart’s desire. Next, on “Dance with a Stranger,” Lake Street Dive once again prove their undeniable gift for crafting feel-good songs with an illuminating message, simultaneously inducing a carefree euphoria and gently fostering empathy. The wildly cathartic “Walking Uphill” presents gripping meditation on the work of self-repair, while “Seats at the Bar” puts a sweetly playful twist on the classic love song. And on “Twenty-Five,” Price shares a stark and lovely ballad steeped in tender reminiscence of a long-ago romance. All throughout Good Together, Lake Street Dive tap into the palpable camaraderie that’s fueled the band since their formation, ultimately delivering their most collaborative, expansive, and powerfully exuberant work to date.
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.
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Nov 18, 2025 | Jackpots
Another lucky guest hits $126,520.11 Wheel of Fortune Jackpot
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 18, 2025) – Mohegan Sun, one of the largest, most spectacular gaming destinations in the United States, just sent a lucky guest home with nearly half-a-million dollars. The huge win occured off of a $5 side bet! On Sunday, November 16th, when a Connecticut resident was playing at a Four Card Poker table in Casino of the Earth and were dealt A,K,Q,J,10 of diamonds, which landed them the Royal Flush Mega Jackpot in the amount of $480,912.50.
On Friday, November 14th, another Connecticut resident walked away with a massive jackpot while playing in Casino of the Earth. The lucky guest was betting $2.50 per spin on an IGT Wheel of Fortune Triple Gold slot machine when they landed one Wheel of Fortune symbol and two Wheel of Fortune Triple Gold symbols which triggered the $126,520.11 progressive jackpot.
Mohegan Sun’s two unique casinos, Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Earth, feature nearly 4,000 total slot games, as well as high-limit lounges and exclusive rewards while playing through the award-winning loyalty program, Momentum. Casino of the Sky is also home to Mohegan Sun’s most popular slot area, the Hold & Spin Slot Zone, which is home to more than 250 slot games like Dragon Link and Dollar Storm that have the exhilarating Hold & Spin bonus feature. This year Mohegan Sun also unveiled the Sky Slot Tournament Zone located near The Cabaret Theatre, featuring games like Wheel of Fortune, Hex Breaker and Cleopatra, all of which seamlessly switch between tournament mode and regular play. A special hotel package celebrating the new Sky Slot Tournament Zone, and equipped with $50 in Free Slot Play, is also being offered on mohegansun.com. More details on the “Lights, Slots, and Free Play” Hotel Package are available HERE.
Back in September, Mohegan Sun was named #1 “Best Casino for Slots” in USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The ‘Best Casino for Slots’ honor arrives during a year in which Mohegan Sun has awarded various major jackpots, including $1,374,307 won by a lucky guest on the popular IGT game, Jumanji Next Level. A $5 bet on a Monopoly Cash Wheel game by Aristocrat Gaming also netted $412,607 for a Connecticut native visiting Mohegan Sun in early August. For all other major jackpot wins recently at Mohegan Sun, visit https://newsroom.mohegansun.com/category/jackpots/
To learn more about all that Mohegan Sun has to offer, visit mohegansun.com/playing.
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.
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Nov 18, 2025 | Entertainment, Special Events
Five days of Nostalgic Nightlife, Electrifying Entertainment, Dazzling Experiences, and more begins Wednesday, December 31st
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 18, 2025) – To bid farewell to 2025 and welcome the magic of 2026, Mohegan Sun’s iconic Endless Midnight celebration is returning with five days of nonstop excitement! From Wednesday, December 31, 2025, through Sunday, January 4, 2026, guests can indulge in nostalgic nightlife, electrifying entertainment, dazzling experiences, and more across the property. Highlights of Mohegan Sun’s Endless Midnight New Year’s Eve celebration include the DJ D-AVE fueled Party into the New Year event in the Uncas Ballroom, the annual New Year’s Eve Party on the Concourse, the extravagantCasino Royale party in novelle, and INVINCIBLE: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson.
New Year’s Eve Celebrations
New Year’s Eve Dinner Gala | From 6:00pm – 9:00pm in the Uncas Ballroom, guests can step into a shimmering underwater world where elegance meets enchantment. At the New Year’s Eve Dinner Gala, guests can begin their evening with a refined cocktail hour, followed by a thoughtfully crafted three-course dinner. As the ballroom glows with oceanic hues and ethereal décor, live music from MOONFAZED sets the tone for a night that’s both celebratory and serene. This is the moment to dine, dance, and drift into the final hours of the year in unforgettable style. Tickets are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
Party Into The New Year | From 10:30pm – 1:00am, the Uncas Ballroom will transform into a vibrant aquatic escape, pulsing with energy and illuminated by the rhythm of DJ D-AVE. At Party Into The New Year, guests can enjoy an open bar, a midnight champagne toast, and a late-night breakfast buffet that is all surrounded by surreal sea-inspired décor. It’s a celebration that flows with excitement and welcomes 2026 with a splash. Tickets are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
New Year’s Eve Party on the Concourse | Guests can welcome 2026 with a celebration full of energy and excitement at the New Year’s Eve Party on the Concourse, hosted by Alexa Farrell! From 9:00pm – 1:00am, The Shops will transform into a vibrant celebration filled with music, energy, and unforgettable moments. DJae Mêlée sets the rhythm while DFX Entertainment brings high-energy performances that light up the night. As Midnight approaches, gather with family and friends for a dazzling pyrotechnic display that marks the new year in spectacular fashion. Complimentary party accessories will be available starting at 4:30pm at Indian Summer and Winter Coat Checks, Sky Valet, and select entrances. New Year’s Eve Party on the Concourse is free and open to all ages.
Casino Royale | From 8:00pm – 3:00am, guests can step into the world of high-stakes glamour and secret agent sophistication as novelle transforms into a Casino Royale fantasy for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve Celebration. The night will feature three incredible live bands, each bringing their own energy and style to keep the party pulsing from evening to Midnight, and beyond. At Casino Royale, guests can enjoy a night of themed entertainment, access to the live bands, and a sparkling salute to the year ahead. Guests can also indulge in a lavish appetizer buffet station featuring a curated selection of gourmet bites and savory delights. Guests must be 21+ and are encouraged to dress to impress in their finest Casino Royale attire. Tickets are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
New Year’s Eve with DJ Chizzle | From 9:00pm – 2:00am, guests can enjoy New Year’s Eve with DJ Chizzle at Mohegan Sun’s premier nightclub, Avalon! For VIP bottle service reservations, guests can call 860.862.CLUB or text 860.235.7446.
New Year’s Eve with DJ Cream | Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock is set to host New Year’s Eve with DJ Cream from 9:00pm – 2:00am. Guests can purchase tickets via ticketmaster.com or the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. For VIP bottle reservations, guests must call 860.862.4009 or text 860.235.2999.
New Year’s Eve Celebration with DJ Eazy | Starting at 10:00pm, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House will be hosting a New Year’s Eve Celebration with DJ Eazy. No cover or reservations required.
Entertainment
Mohegan Sun Arena | On Wednesday, December 31st at 7:30pm, guests can head to Mohegan Sun Arena and celebrate the unmatched legacy of the King of Pop with INVINCIBLE, recognized by Jackson family patriarch, Joe Jackson, as the world’s premier Michael Jackson tribute show. Tickets to INVINCIBLE: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Wolf Den | Live entertainment in the Wolf Den on New Year’s Eve comes by the way of Boogie Wonder Band headlining two shows at 8:00pm and 11:00pm. Additional Endless Midnight entertainment in the Wolf Den includes The Name Droppers on Thursday, January 1st at 8:00pm, The 60’s Explosion Show on Friday, January 2nd at 8:00pm, and Captain Jack on Saturday, January 3rd at 8:00pm.
Game On | On Wednesday, December 31st from 2:00pm – 12:30am, guests can ring in 2026 a little early at Game On’s 2nd Annual Mid-Day New Year’s Eve Party! Guests can bring the whole family for face painting, balloon art, a live DJ, and a special 6:00pm ball drop on the big screen. Special bowling lane rates, unlimited arcade game cards, and a private karaoke room are also available!
Comix Roadhouse | On New Year’s Eve — starting at 4:00pm — stand-up comedy fans can laugh their way into 2026 with multiple shows inside Comix Comedy Club, including Spinnato’s Comedy Magic (4:00pm), stand-up by Greg Stone (6:00pm & 8:00pm) and a late-night drag show, Lipstick, Lashes and Lies (10:00pm). The popular Country Rock and Roll band, Thirty 6 Red, will also play live on the Comix Roadhouse stage for a 9:15pm show. Learn more at comixmohegansun.com.
Promotions
On select days throughout Endless Midnight, Momentum members can enjoy exclusive promotions including Triple Status Points, Status Point Mayhem, and a $50,000 Slot Tournament! Guests can join Momentum and partake in these promotions by visiting a Player’s Club booth or Momentum enrollment kiosk on property. For more information, visit: mohegansun.com/momentum.
Triple Status Points | On Thursday, January 1st and Friday, January 2nd, guests can play their favorite slot, table, stadium, or poker games to accelerate their status and personal achievement awards with Triple Status Points. On Sunday, January 4th, guests playing table and stadium games will receive Triple Status Points.
Status Point Mayhem | Guests can play their favorite slots and give their Mometum status a huge boost with Status Point multipliers on Sunday, January 4th. During Status Point Mayhem, guests will have up to five chances to earn up to five times Status Points and each multiplier is guaranteed to occur at least twice.
$50K Slot Tournament | Momentum members can play in an exclusive $50K Slot Tournament in the brand new Sky Tournament Slot Zone from 4:00pm – 8:00pm on Saturday, January 3rd.
For additional information on all Endless Midnight festivities at Mohegan Sun, guests can visit the Mohegan Sun website.
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.
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