Jun 23, 2022 | Community Relations, Entertainment, Gaming, Hot Summer Fun
Celebrate all season long with showstopping live entertainment, festivals, cash, prize giveaways, and more
Mohegan Sun is heating up for the 25th anniversary of its annual Hot Summer Fun celebration! The action gets started on Monday, June 27th where guests can take advantage of daily Momentum member promotions, thrilling special events, live entertainment in Mohegan Sun Arena, Wolf Den, and more through Friday, September 2nd.
HOT SUMMER FUN DAILY GIVEAWAYS
Momentum members can participate in a new promotion every day of the week! Guests can sign up for Mohegan Sun’s free rewards program at any Player’s Club booth on property.
On More Money Mondays, Momentum members can win their share of $10,000 cash! Every Monday from June 27th – August 29th, one Momentum member will be randomly selected every sixty minutes between 10:00am – 7:00pm to win $1,000 cash. That’s 10 winners every Monday! To enter, Momentum members can play their favorite slots, tables, stadium games or poker games in the Poker Room. All Momentum members must be present to win.
During Catchin’ Rays Tuesdays, Momentum members can go head-to-head with other members in their Status Level for up to $1,000 Momentum Dollars! Momentum members can play their favorite slots, table games, stadium games or wager in the Race Book and Poker Room from 6:00am – 10:00pm every Tuesday from June 28th – August 30th. Five winners per status level will be selected each week, and the Momentum members who earn the most Status Points throughout the week win the top prize! Momentum members must be a Core, Ignite, Leap, Ascend, Soar, or Soar Hawk member to participate.
Momentum members can double down on the momentum earnings during Wild Winning Wednesdays. Every Wednesday from June 29th – August 31st, Momentum members who play their favorite slots from 6:00am – Midnight will receive double Momentum Dollars. Momentum members can also earn double Status Points while playing their favorite table games, including Poker, stadium gaming and wagers placed in the Race Book. New to Hot Summer Fun is the Wild Winning Wednesday Kiosk Game that allows guests to swipe their Momentum card to win a share of $25,000 in Free Slot Play every Wednesday of HSF!
Additionally, with Bring-A-Friend Free Slot Play, any Momentum member who brings a friend to create a new Momentum account will receive $10 in Free Slot Play for themselves and $10 in Free Slot Play for the new member! Plus, if the new Momentum member provides their email address, they will be provided with an extra $10 in Free Slot Play. The Bring-A-Friend Free Slot Play promotion is limited to one offer per Momentum member, per Wild Winning Wednesday.
With Thrills & Chills Thursdays, Momentum members can win their share of prizes all day long! To enter, Momentum members can play their favorite slots, table games, stadium games or poker games in the Poker Room from June 30th through September 1st between the hours of 11:00am – 9:00pm. At the top of each hour during the promotion, one lucky Momentum member will be randomly chosen to win a gift of their choosing from our exclusive online catalog! All guests must be present to win.
Momentum members can kickstart their weekend with Fun in the Sun Fridays. Starting at 10:00am, the first 1,000 Momentum members to visit the Play+ Event Center (located next to Hash House A Go Go in Casino of the Earth) will receive a commemorative free Hot Summer Fun t-shirt. New colors will be offered every Friday from July 1st – September 2nd and Momentum members will have the chance to collect all 10! All participants must present their Momentum card and a valid ID to participate. Limit one shirt per Momentum member, per Fun in the Sun Friday.
In addition to these daily bonuses, Momentum members will have an extra chance to win big with Mohegan Sun’s $50,000 Jackpot Celebration! Through September 3rd, Momentum members who hit a jackpot of $1,200 or more on their favorite slot machines will get an entry form. Winners must activate their entries at Mohegan Sun between the hours of Noon and 7:00pm on Saturday, September 3rd. Lucky winners will be chosen at 7:30pm on Saturday, September 3rd (there will not be a live drawing). More details are available by visiting any Player’s Club booth at Mohegan Sun.
KIOSK PROMOTIONS
One lucky Momentum member will get the chance to take their summertime adventures to new heights with a 2022 Forest River RV Wildwood FSX 170SS from Long View RV Superstores, courtesy of Mohegan Sun’s Happy Camper Giveaway! Guests can swipe their Momentum card once a day at any promotional kiosk from June 27th through September 2nd to earn Free Slot Play, Momentum Dollars or entries into the grand prize drawing. Those looking to double their total entries can swipe their Momentum card at any promotional kiosk on Friday, September 2nd from 6:00am – 4:00pm. The grand prize drawing takes place on Friday, September 2nd at 7:00pm. Momentum members can visit any Player’s Club booth for official details.
Momentum members who want to enjoy Hot Summer Fun while relaxing with their favorite cold beverage can pick up a complimentary Hot Summer Fun 12-can cooler bag at the Play+ Event Center on Sunday, July 3rd. The giveaway begins at 10:00am, and cooler bags are limited to the first 1,000 Momentum members. Each Momentum member is only allowed one bag. All guests must present their Momentum card as well as a valid photo ID.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
The summer entertainment lineup inside the award-winning Mohegan Sun Arena features chart-topping acts like My Chemical Romance, Santana, New Kids on the Block, Shawn Mendes, Lorde, Sam Hunt, Pitbull, OneRepublic, Third Eye Blind, and much more. Located in the heart of Casino of the Earth, the legendary Wolf Den showcases free live shows including favorites like Queensrÿche, classic rock stars such as Steven Page, and everything in between. For full details on all live entertainment in Mohegan Sun Arena and the Wolf Den throughout Hot Summer Fun, visit mohegansun.com/entertainment.
Hot Summer Fun wouldn’t be complete without the popular live outdoor entertainment series Party on the Patio taking place every Friday from July 1st – September 2nd from 7:00pm – 11:00pm. The Summer Entrance will undergo a complete transformation into the best spot for drink specials, fire pits, food trucks, and so much more while enjoying the sounds of the best tribute bands around. Reserve a fire pit and your first round of drinks for up to six guests to take your Party on the Patio experience to new heights!
Fleetwood Macked kicks off the Party on the Patio concert series on July 1st delivering all of Fleetwood Mac’s hits. Two weeks later, enjoy the tropical vibes with a hint of country funkiness when Parrot Beach rocks the patio set to all the Jimmy Buffett classics on Friday, June 15th. August turns up the heat as 7800 Fahrenheit takes the stage as a tribute to Bon Jovi on August 19th with classics such as “Livin’on a Prayer”, “You Give Love a Bad Name”, and more. The BStreetBand closes out the series Friday, September 2nd with the sounds of Bruce Springsteen. Seating for Party on the Patio is available on a first-come, first-served basis, however, guests are welcome to bring their own chairs. Delicious food truck options such as Backyard Smokers, The Rolling Tomato, and Munchies Food Truck will also be available during Party on the Patio.
will also be available during Party on the Patio. For full details on fire pit reservations and information about the tribute band lineup, visit mohegansun.com
Guests looking for a more intimate entertainment experience can enjoy novelle’s Bubbles, Brunch & Beats: Baby Got Brunch on Sunday, July 3rd. The exclusive themed brunch has no cover, and is full of expertly made food and cocktails while chilling to a DJ spinning the best music from that decade. Make your way to Mohegan Sun’s luxury lounge at 11:00am for this rad brunch with a 90’s flair!
ADDITIONAL HOT SUMMER FUN
The Hot Summer Fun doesn’t stop there! Tequila fans rejoice as the Sun Tequila Tasting is back and better than ever. Limes will be squeezed, and salt & sugar will be flowing on Saturday, July 23rd, to complement an array of tasty tequila and margarita samples at our mixology stations. Guests will have the opportunity to pedal a one-of-a-kind blender bike to mix up their very own margarita at an exclusive Patrón sponsored Happy Hour. Sip on your choice of various Fruitful Mixology liqueurs to kick-start your evening. Dive into savory Mexican fare provided by Taco Pacifico and capture memories at our photo booth while dancing along to band, The Fake Experience! Tickets include food and entertainment! Tickets are currently on sale for $70.00 via ticketmaster.com and will be available for $75.00 on the day of the event.
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 Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Jun 20, 2022 | Entertainment, General News, Hot Summer Fun
Enjoy live music all summer long inside Mohegan Sun Arena, the Wolf Den, and at Party on the Patio!
After 25 years of Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun, it’s only getting hotter! This summer, Mohegan Sun has your concert and live entertainment hookup for all types of fans! Mohegan Sun will bring the heat all summer long beginning with back-to-back New Kids on the Block shows in Mohegan Sun Arena to kick off the Fourth of July weekend.
From live music and comedy in Mohegan Sun Arena, Comix Roadhouse and novelle, free performances in the Wolf Den, to Party on the Patio and Connecticut Sun home games, there is no other place to experience a greater variety of entertainment all summer long. There will be more than 250 shows and events at Mohegan Sun for a full 10 weeks, making Mohegan Sun the largest producer of live summer entertainment in the Northeast.
Mohegan Sun Arena – See the hottest acts of the season light up the stage of our world-class Arena! New Kids on the Block: The MixTape Tour 2022, The Party Continues with Very Special Guests En Vogue, Rick Astley & Salt-N-Pepa | July 1st and 2nd; 5 Seconds of Summer with special guest Pale Waves |July 8th; Barenaked Ladies with special guests Gin Blossoms and Toad the Wet Sprocket |July 9th; Death Cab for Cutie with special guest Illuminati Hotties |July 15th; Third Eye Blind: Summer Gods Tour 2022 with special guests Taking Back Sunday and Hockey Dad |July 21st; OneRepublic with special guests NEEDTOBREATHE |July 22nd; Shawn Mendes with special guest Dermot Kennedy |July 29th; Jeff Dunham |August 5th; Pitbull: Can’t Stop Us Now | August 6th; Santana: Miraculous Supernatural Tour |August 12th; Rod Stewart with special guest Cheap Trick| August 13th; Sam Hunt |August 19th; Lorde: Solar Power Tour| August 25th; My Chemical Romance with special guests Waterparks and Meg Myers |September 1st; and Daddy Yankee La Última Vuelta World Tour |September 2nd. To purchase tickets, visit the Mohegan Sun Box Office or ticketmaster.com. Times and performers are subject to change.
Wolf Den – Located in the center of the action in Casino of the Earth, the 300-seat Wolf Den offers free weekly entertainment for guests 21 years of age and older since its opening in 1996. From up-and-comers and New England’s finest acts to Classic Rock, R&B, Country, and everything in between, the Wolf Den always has something for everyone to enjoy.
July Wolf Den line up: Nicole Atkins Saturday, July 2nd; The Cartells Sunday, July 3rd; Last Licks Thursday, July 7th; Soul Asylum Saturday, July 9th; Carole Sylvan Sunday, July 10th; Van Halen Tribute featuring Tyler Morris Thursday, July 14th; Queensryche Saturday, July 16th; F & Blues Band Sunday, July 17th; Brandt Taylor Thursday, July 21st; Steven Page Saturday July 23rd; Souls on Fire Sunday, July 24th; Wicked Peach Thursday, July 28th; Hannah Ellis Saturday, July 30th; The ToneShifters Sunday, July 31st.
August Wolf Den line up: Alex Shilo Thursday, August 4th; Jessie James Decker Saturday, August 6th; The 60’s Explosion Show Sunday, August 7th; Wild Nights Thursday, August 11th; Alana Springsteen Saturday, August 13th; Steve Azar Sunday, August 14th; Mystic Dead Thursday, August 18th; Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone Saturday, August 20th; Smak Dab Sunday, August 21st; Juice Box Thursday, August 25th; DSL Dire Straits Legacy Saturday, August 27th; Alter Ego Sunday, August 28th.
Guests must be 21 years of age to enter the Wolf Den. Guests may line up no sooner than three hours before the show. Come early, limited seating is available on a first come – first served basis. One person can hold four spots in line, but seats will only be given to those present at the time of seating.
Mohegan Sun’s Party on the Patio is the best spot for over-21 fun every Friday night from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. The Summer Entrance will transform into a space where guests can enjoy drink specials like $5 beer and Grey Goose cocktails, fire pits, food trucks, and so much more while listening to some of the best tribute bands around.
All guests must be 21 or older and have a valid ID. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. However, feel free to bring your own chairs! Guests are not permitted to bring coolers or outside food/beverages. Bands and food trucks subject to change.
Party on the Patio line up: Fleetwood Macked, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac, on July 1st; Beatlemania, a Beatles tribute, on July 8th; Parrot Beach, a tribute to Jimmy Buffett, on July 15th; The Driftwoods, a Beach Boys tribute, on July 22nd; Captain Fantastic, an Elton John tribute, on July 29th, Queen Flash, a tribute to Queen, on August 5th; Pirate Flag, a tribute to Kenny Chesney, on August 12th; 7800 Fahrenheit, a tribute to Bon Jovi, on August 19th; Desert Highway, a tribute to the Eagles, on August 26th; and The BStreetBand, the original Bruce Springsteen tribute band, to wrap up the summer fun on September 2nd.
There will not be rain dates or make-up dates. In the event of inclement weather, cancellations (only) will be announced by 2:00pm on the day of the event and bands will perform in the Wolf Den.
Mohegan Sun’s very own WNBA team Connecticut Sun are celebrating the franchise’s 20th anniversary season in Uncasville. Come cheer on reigning league MVP Jonquel Jones, 2021’s Most Improved Player Brionna Jones, and fan favorites like DeWanna Bonner, Alyssa Thomas and Courtney Williams for home games at Mohegan Sun Arena.
Connecticut Sun home schedule: Sunday, July 3rd vs. Washington Mystics; Sunday, July 17th vs. Las Vegas Aces; Tuesday, July 19th vs. New York Liberty; Thursday, July 28th vs. Seattle Storm; Sunday, July 31st vs. Chicago Sky; Tuesday, August 2nd vs. Phoenix Mercury; Thursday, August 4th vs. Phoenix Mercury, Sunday, August 14th vs. Minnesota Lynx.
Comix Roadhouse is home to live comedy, country music, dance, and fantastic food and drinks. The Comedy Club inside Comix Roadhouse will host 130 shows from July 1st through Labor Day, including headliners Mike Koutrobis, Caitlin Peluffo, Marshall Brandon, and Mike Feeny. Don’t miss music every weekend in the Roadhouse, including Karaoke every Thursday night and live bands every Friday and Saturday night.
For more information on concerts or other great events, 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, 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 Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Jun 23, 2021 | Entertainment, Gaming, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events, Travel & Leisure, Uncategorized
Cash giveaways, live entertainment, Party on the Patio, the return of BBQ Fest and more take place June 28th through September 5th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 23, 2021) – Hot Summer Fun kicks off Monday, June 28th and Mohegan Sun is ready to turn up the heat with this year’s celebration! Guests can participate in daily Momentum member promotions, special events including a Tesla test drive, the highly-anticipated return of live entertainment in Mohegan Sun Arena and the Wolf Den and our all-new Party on the Patio location.
HOT SUMMER FUN DAILY PROMOTIONS
Momentum members can take advantage of a new promotion every day of the week! Guests can sign up for Mohegan Sun’s free rewards program at any Player’s Club booth on property.
On More Money Mondays, Momentum members can win their share of $10,000 cash! Every Monday from June 28th – August 30th, one Momentum member will be randomly selected every thirty minutes between 10:00am – 7:30pm to win $500 cash. That’s 20 winners every Monday! To enter, Momentum members can play their favorite slots, tables, stadium games or poker games in the Poker Room. All Momentum members must be present to win.
During Catchin’ Rays Tuesdays, Momentum members can go head-to-head with other members in their status level for up to 1,000 Momentum Dollars! Momentum members can play their favorite slots and table games, or wager in the Race Book and Poker Room from 6:00am – 10:00pm every Tuesday from June 29th – August 31st. Five winners per status level will be selected each week, and the Momentum members who earn the most Status Points throughout the week wins the top Momentum Dollar prize! Momentum members must be an Ignite, Leap, Ascend or Soar member to participate.
Momentum members can double up on the earnings during Wild Winning Wednesdays. Every Wednesday from June 30th – September 1st, Momentum members who play their favorite slots from 6:00am – Midnight will receive double Momentum Dollars. Momentum members can also earn double status points while playing their favorite table games, including Poker, stadium gaming and wagers placed in the Race Book. Additionally, with Bring-A-Friend Free Slot Play, any Momentum member who brings a friend to create a new Momentum account will receive $10 in Free Slot Play for themselves and $10 in Free Slot Play for the new member! Plus, if the new Momentum member provides their email address at sign-up, they will be provided with an extra $10 in Free Slot Play. The Bring-A-Friend Free Slot Play promotion is limited to one offer per Momentum member, per Wild Winning Wednesday.
With Thrills & Chills Thursdays, Momentum members can win their share of prizes all day long! To enter, Momentum members can play their favorite slots, table games, stadium games or poker games in the Poker Room from July 1st through September 2nd between the hours of 11:00am – 9:00pm. Momentum members will be randomly selected to win prizes and incredible experiences at the top of every hour during the promotion! All guests must be present to win.
Momentum members can kick off the weekend with Fun In The Sun Fridays. The first 1,000 Momentum members to visit the Play+ Event Center (located next to Hash House A Go Go in Casino of the Earth) will receive a free Hot Summer Fun t-shirt. With new colors being offered every Friday from July 2nd – September 3rd, Momentum members will have the chance to collect all 10! All participants must present their Momentum card and a valid ID to participate. Limit one shirt per Momentum member, per Fun in the Sun Friday.
On top of these daily promotions, Momentum members will get an extra shot at their share of some cold hard cash with Mohegan Sun’s $50,000 Jackpot Celebration! Momentum members who play their favorite slot machines and win a jackpot of $1,200 or more will receive an entry form. Jackpot winners must activate their entries at the Play+ Event Center between the hours of Noon and 7:00pm on Saturday, September 4th and deposit it into the drawing drum located at the Guest Assistance Center in the Shops at Mohegan Sun. Winners will be drawn on Saturday, September 4th at 7:30pm (there will not be a live drawing). Momentum members can visit any Player’s Club booth for official rules and complete details.
KIOSK PROMOTIONS
One lucky Momentum member will get the chance to take their off-roading adventures to the next level with a Polaris RZR Pro XP 4 Ultimate from Scranton Powersports of Vernon, CT, courtesy of Mohegan Sun’s Accelerate Into Summer Giveaway! Guests can swipe their Momentum card once a day at any promotional kiosk from June 28th through September 3rd to earn Free Slot Play, Momentum Dollars or entries into the grand prize drawing. Those looking to double their total entries can swipe their Momentum card at any promotional kiosk on Friday, September 3rd from 6:00am – 4:00pm. The grand prize drawing takes place on Friday, September 3rd at 7:00pm. Momentum members can visit any Player’s Club booth for official details.
HOT SUMMER FUN GIVEAWAY
Momentum members looking to enjoy Hot Summer Fun while basking in the sun can stop by the Play+ Event Center on Saturday, July 3rd for a free Hot Summer Fun beach towel. The giveaway starts at 10:00am, and beach towels are only available for the first 1,000 Momentum members to attend. Limit one beach towel per Momentum member. All guests must show their Momentum card along with valid photo ID.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Mohegan Sun Arena and the Wolf Den are back just in time for summer concert season! In Mohegan Sun Arena, fans can enjoy acts like Air Supply, Lady A, Dustin Lynch, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Straight No Chaser, Jason Mraz, Jeff Dunham, Deftones, Tom Segura, Big & Rich and Toby Keith. Over at the Wolf Den, guests can enjoy free live shows including weekend headliners like Mullett, Branded and Wicked Peach, along with full beverage service and intimate seating, all in the center of the action in Casino of the Earth. For full details on shows in Mohegan Sun Arena and the Wolf Den, visit mohegansun.com/entertainment.
This year’s Hot Summer Fun welcomes the return of live outdoor entertainment with a new twist! Party on the Patio takes place every Friday from 7:00pm – 11:00pm. The Summer Entrance has transformed into a space where guests can enjoy an 80 foot bar, fire pits and food trucks, all while listening to some of the best tribute bands around. Anticipated acts include 7800 Fahrenheit (a tribute to Bon Jovi) on July 9th, Parrot Beach (a tribute to Jimmy Buffett) on July 16th, Big Eyed Phish (a tribute to Dave Matthews Band) on August 27th, B Street Band (a tribute to Bruce Springsteen) on September 3rd and more. For full details and information about the tribute band lineup, visit the Mohegan Sun website. Seating for Party on the Patio is available on a first-come, first-served basis, however, guests are also welcome to bring their own chairs. Reservations are required for fire pit seating. Call 860.862.4728 for availability and pricing.
Guests looking for a more low key live entertainment experience can enjoy novelle’s Acoustic Hideaway every Thursday from 6:00pm – 10:00pm, and every Friday & Saturday from 7:30pm – 11:30pm.
ADDITIONAL HOT SUMMER FUN
Momentum members who have a need for speed will have the chance to test drive a Tesla at the Summer Valet on Saturday, July 17th and Sunday, July 18th. Guests can experience a 15-minute test drive of a Tesla Model 3 or a Tesla Model Y from 10:00am – 6:00pm. A Tesla representative will also be on-hand to discuss each model in detail. This event is exclusively for Momentum members. Those who are interested in participating are asked to reserve a time slot in advance. All participants will be required to fill out a demonstration drive agreement form, and provide a valid driver’s license along with their Momentum card.
Basketball fans can bask in the glow of WNBA’s Connecticut Sun with home games taking place in Mohegan Sun Arena! Visit mohegansun.com/connecticutsun for the season schedule and ticket information.
BBQ lovers rejoice! Mohegan Sun’s annual Sun BBQ Fest returns to wrap up Hot Summer Fun on Saturday, September 4th and Sunday, September 5th. Guests can gather in the Winter Parking Lot to taste the best in barbecue, cold beer and handcrafted cocktails, all while enjoying live entertainment. Full plate vending will be provided from nationally acclaimed BBQ teams. Sample bites will also be available through the “People’s Choice Competition”, and guests are also welcome to participate in the annual Wing & Rib competition. Over $25,000 in prize money will be given out over the course of two days! Saturday’s festivities will also conclude with a special fireworks show. Ticket and vendor information are forthcoming.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 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 Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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