Apr 21, 2026 | Breaking News, Entertainment
The honor marks the second time in three years the venue has won “Casino/Resort of the Year”
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 21, 2026) –– Mohegan Sun Arena has once again been recognized among the live entertainment industry’s elite, earning “Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 37th Annual Pollstar Awards. Held at the Loews Hollywood Hotel in Los Angeles, the ceremony celebrated the most innovative and successful artists, tours, companies, venues, and executives shaping live entertainment worldwide. This latest honor marks Mohegan Sun Arena’s second win of the same Pollstar award in just three years, reinforcing its standing as a premier destination for world‑class live events.
“This recognition by Pollstar is a true testament to the hard work, passion, and dedication of everyone involved in making Mohegan Sun Arena what it is today,” said Joe Soper, Vice President of Sports & Entertainment at Mohegan Sun. “Earning this honor for the second time in just three years speaks volumes about the consistency and excellence of our team and our partners, with a special thanks to Jimmy Koplik and the Live Nation CT team. As we look ahead, we’re excited about the future of Mohegan Sun Arena and the memorable experiences still to come.”
For more than 40 years, Pollstar has served as The Voice of Live Entertainment, delivering the most up‑to‑date, relevant, and trusted data for the global concert industry while setting the standard for industry coverage worldwide. This latest recognition as “Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the Pollstar Awards adds to a long list of national entertainment awards earned by Mohegan Sun. Recently, Mohegan Sun was also named “Best Casino Concert Venue” in Newsweek’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
As the award‑winning Mohegan Sun Arena celebrates its 25th Anniversary in November, the venue continues to exemplify the standard of excellence recognized by Pollstar. The milestone year will be highlighted by recently announced special anniversary performances from Rock & Roll Hall of Famers and nine‑time GRAMMY® Award winners Metallica, who also won “Rock Tour of the Year” at the 37th Annual Pollstar Awards. Beyond the Arena, Mohegan Sun’s live entertainment offerings include the Wolf Den, Comix Roadhouse, novelle, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, The Cabaret Theatre, and the Sun Patio.
The annualPollstar Awards feature over 40 categories that honor the top tours, venues, live music executives, agencies, production companies and more. The “Casino/Resort of the Year” category was an addition to the awards in 2024. The Pollstar Awards are the only peer-voted live entertainment industry awards. Bad Bunny, Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson and Adam Sandler, who have all played live for thousands of Mohegan Sun Arena fans, were also among the major winners at the event Los Angeles on April 15, 2026.
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.
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Apr 20, 2026 | Breaking News, Entertainment
Rapper performs live as part of the Sun Patio Concert Series
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 20, 2026) – The Sun Patio at Mohegan Sun is set to host an unforgettable night of Hip‑Hop as Rick Ross makes a highly anticipated appearance as part of the Sun Patio Concert Series. The acclaimed rapper, songwriter, and entrepreneur will take the stage Saturday, September 5th, 2026, with the show beginning at 8:00pm.
Tickets go on sale Friday, April 24th, 2026, with purchasing options available through Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on April 25th.
All Sun Patio Concert Series shows are general admission and take place rain or shine. This premier outdoor event space at Mohegan Sun features a full bar and deck, available to guests 21+.
Rick Ross rose to national prominence in 2006 when his breakout single “Hustlin’” put Miami back on Hip‑Hop’s map and introduced audiences to his unmistakable voice and larger‑than‑life persona. His debut album, Port of Miami, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and launched a remarkable run in which every one of his studio albums has landed in the Top Ten. Known for cinematic production and luxury‑themed storytelling, Ross has delivered platinum‑certified hits such as “The Boss,” “B.M.F. (Blowin’ Money Fast),” and “Aston Martin Music,” while earning nine Grammy nominations, for God Forgives, I Don’t and Port of Miami 2. The Hip-Hop veteran has his upcoming album “Set In Stone” due out this year, which features the chart-topping radio single “Minks In Miami” featuring French Montana and Max B.
Beyond his solo success, Ross is the founder of Maybach Music Group, a powerhouse label that has helped elevate the careers of artists including Meek Mill, Wale, Gunplay, and French Montana. One of hip‑hop’s most sought‑after collaborators, Ross has contributed standout verses to major hits by DJ Khaled, Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Drake, Chris Brown, and others, cementing his reputation as a commanding presence across eras and styles. His influence remained dominant throughout the 2010s, with chart‑topping albums such as Mastermind and Teflon Don, plus the multi‑platinum success of Maybach Music releases.
Born in Clarksdale, Mississippi and raised in Carol City, Florida, Ross began rapping in the mid‑1990s before breaking through with Def Jam under the leadership of Jay‑Z. His later releases, including Rather You Than Me, Port of Miami 2, and Richer Than I Ever Been (2021), reflect both personal growth and enduring hit‑making power. Nearly two decades into his career, Rick Ross remains a defining force in modern Hip‑Hop—balancing legacy, relevance, and unmatched presence on and off the stage.
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, 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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Mar 30, 2026 | Entertainment, General News
Three shows across two nights, June 27–28, 2026
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 30, 2026) – Blue Man Group, the internationally acclaimed theatrical phenomenon, is bringing their signature blend of captivating music, interactive art, and audience engagement in their return to Mohegan Sun Arena for a three‑performance Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 7:00pm and Sunday, June 28, 2026 with performances at 2:00pm and 7:00pm.
Tickets for Blue Man Group go on sale Friday, April 3rd via Ticketmaster. Fans can also purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, April 4th. Tickets for Saturday, June 27th at 7:00pm are available HERE, while tickets for Sunday, June 28th at 2:00pm can be purchased HERE, and tickets for the Sunday, June 28 at 7:00pm performance are available HERE.
The beloved production will continue to showcase classic Blue Man favorites along with brand new content including the addition of a new character exclusive to the current Tour. The “Rockstar” is a dynamic multi-instrumentalist with striking blue hair who will join the Blue Men in creating a multi-sensory experience fans can remember for years to come. Featuring pulsing, original music, custom-made instruments, surprise audience interactions and hilarious absurdity, showgoers will join the Blue Men in a joyful experience that unites audiences of all ages.
Blue Man Group continues to redefine live entertainment through their combination of rhythmic artistry, groundbreaking technology and immersive audience interaction. The upcoming tour showcases over three decades of creative evolution, with the iconic trio continuing their legacy as innovators of experimental performance while consistently delivering their signature blend of musical innovation, visual spectacle and spontaneous humor that has captivated millions of fans worldwide.
ABOUT BLUE MAN GROUP
Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon, known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters and multiple creative explorations. Blue Man Group performances are euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, comedy and non-verbal communication. Since debuting at New York’s Astor Place Theatre in 1991, the live show has expanded to additional domestic residencies playing in Las Vegas and multiple tours, reaching more than 50 million people worldwide. This year, Blue Man Group launched the return of their North American Tour (opening January 2026) and will be embarking on a Japan tour this summer. Blue Man Group is universally appealing to a broad range of age groups and cultural backgrounds, and continually injected with new music, fresh stories, custom instruments and sensory stimulating graphics. Blue Man Group is owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group. For more information, please visit BLUEMAN.com.
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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Mar 17, 2026 | Gaming, General News, Jackpots
An IGT Whitney Houston™ Slots Game Turned $5 Into a Massive Jackpot, Marking the Second Seven-Figure Slot Jackpot Awarded Since Late February at Mohegan Sun
Lesley O., a visitor from New York, turned a March 10th trip to Mohegan Sun into a life‑changing moment, hitting the major jackpot on an IGT Whitney Houston™ slot machine in Casino of the Sky for $1,770,327.01, marking the second Mohegan Sun slot jackpot exceeding $1.7 million in the past month.
Casino of the Sky is home to Mohegan Sun’s thrilling Hold & Spin Slot Zone, featuring hundreds of popular games like Dragon Link™ and Dollar Storm™, each offering the exciting Hold & Spin bonus feature. Across Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Earth, Mohegan Sun features 4,300 slot machines and table games, including multiple high‑limit lounges, the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook, a large-scale Poker Room, and more.
Last month, Mohegan Sun became the first casino entertainment destination in the country to debut the all-new Spooky Link Grand™ slot games by Aristocrat Gaming. At the debut, Mohegan Sun guests enjoyed a free-pull event, frighteningly fun photos with the Mo’ Mummy™ character, and the chance at winning $100,000 in cash prizes.
Last year, Mohegan Sun also unveiled the Sky Slot Tournament Zone located near The Cabaret Theatre. This tournament zone also now features self-service kiosks that 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 zone sets a new standard for engagement and entertainment during Mohegan Sun’s slot tournaments.
To learn more about all that Mohegan Sun offers, 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 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.
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Mar 3, 2026 | Entertainment
Tickets On Sale Friday, March 6th
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 3, 2026) – Legendary Rock band The Guess Who, featuring original members Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman, have added a special Mohegan Sun Arena performance to their major 2026 reunion tour. The Guess Who with special guest Don Felder, former lead guitarist of the Eagles, are confirmed to appear at Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, July 16th at 7:30pm.
Cummings comments, “Randy and I are incredibly grateful that our music has endured all these years. Knowing that people still want to hear these songs live means everything to us, and when we go out on stage, our goal is to truly honor the music.” Bachman adds, “I’m really excited about reuniting with Burton and touring again as The Guess Who. We created an amazing body of work together, along with memories that have lasted for decades, and those songs are still as strong as ever. I can’t wait to sing them with everyone very soon.”
Tickets go on sale Friday, March 6th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster, and will be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, March 7th, 2026.
After six decades and a hard-fought battle to reclaim their name, The Guess Who’s Takin’ It Back Tour will officially kick off in Canada, making stops in Toronto, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton, and more – dates are on sale now.
Formed in 1965, The Guess Who – who have been dubbed “the Canadian Beatles” – released eleven studio albums, all of which charted in both Canada and the United States, including 1970s American Woman, which went to Number One in Canada and Number 9 in the US. They’ve placed fourteen singles in the US Top 40 chart and more than thirty in Canada – rock & roll classics like “American Woman,” “These Eyes,” “No Sugar Tonight/New Mother Nature,” and “No Time.”
With their unmatched songwriting catalog and deep influence on rock music, this moment marks a rare and meaningful full-circle return – one that longtime fans have been waiting for, and one that underscores just how enduring their mighty legacy continues to be.
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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