Mohegan Sun is set to host the 2nd annual Savor New England, an all ages festival set for Saturday, June 20th at the Sun Patio from 2:00pm – 6:00pm. Savor New England is a celebration of New England tradition featuring coastal inspired bites, live entertainment and a Chowder Competition – where festival goers can cast their votes for a 2026 champ!
Tickets for Savor New England are available for purchase starting 10:00am on Tuesday, April 14th, HERE. Special Savor New England themed hotel packages are also offered at mohegansun.com!
Live performances on the Sun Patio Music Stage at Savor New England will be Juice Box from 2:00pm – 4:00pm and Souls on Fire from 4:30pm – 6:00pm. Connecticut’s premier Top 40 band, Juice Box brings high‑energy crowd favorites, followed by Souls on Fire— a talented 10‑piece Connecticut band delivering iconic ’70s hits from Chicago, Tower of Power, Stevie Wonder, Motown, and beyond.
Sip & Savor
Guests 21+ can elevate their experience with Sip & Savor as part of Savor New England. This exclusive VIP section is designed for those who want to explore more, and unlock unlimited samples from local breweries and wineries like Two Roads Brewing Company and Downeast Cider.
Mohegan Sun’s all-new Reel Catch Food Truck, which debuts soon on the Sun Patio, will also serve as one of the signature food trucks at Savor New England 2026. Reel Catch specializes in fresh, coastal-inspired favorites such as Narragansett Fresh Catch Fish & Chips; fresh Maine hot and cold lobster rolls; lobster corn dogs; lobster grilled chees and classic New England clam chowder. Reel Catch will remain a permanent addition to the Sun Patio throughout the summer, giving guests a new go-to offering for seasonal seafood.
Savor New England Chowder Competition
The Clam Chowder Competition makes its flavorful comeback for Savor NE 2026 —where guests can sample each contender’s signature recipe and cast your vote for this year’s champion. Local vendors often have unique twists on their offering and Mohegan Sun’s Reel Catch Food Truck will be competing!
Savor New England is supported by numerous partners, including Patrón, Jim Beam, Sun Cruiser, Drive Sober, Mini Melts Ice Cream, Downeast Cider, High Noon, Modelo, and Two Roads Brewing.
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.
Inaugural festival to take place on the Sun Patio at Mohegan Sun on Saturday, June 7th
WHAT: Mohegan Sun is excited announce that Matunuck Oyster Bar, one of USA Today’s best places to eat in the United States, has been added as a vendor at Mohegan Sun’s inaugural Savor New England on Saturday, June 7th!
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, June 7th
2:00pm – 6:00pm
Sun Patio
IN DETAIL: Matunuck Oyster Bar, the renowned seafood restaurant in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, is slated to be a vendor at Mohegan Sun’s brand-new festival, Savor New England! From 2:00pm – 6:00pm, guests can enjoy all of their Matunuck Oyster Bar favorites along with other fresh, seafood flavors and local bites from well-known New England restaurants. Guests can also taste and vote for their favorite at the clam chowder competition, enjoy $5 samples of delectable dishes, and explore special offerings from regional vendors. Additionally, attendees can unwind to live performances by Will Evans and Jazz band, Roomful of Blues. Whether guests are sampling local fare or soaking up the electrifying Sun Patio atmosphere, there’s something for all ages to enjoy.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased via ticketmaster.com or the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. Ticket includes event entry only. Food and beverage options will be available at event for purchase.
Guests looking to elevate their experience at Savor New England can do so with Sip & Savor, an upgraded ticket that offers unlimited samples from local breweries and wineries from 4:00pm – 6:00pm plus entry to the Savor New England event. While Savor New England is open to guests of all ages, guests must be 21 years of age or older to access Sip & Savor.
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.
Inaugural festival to feature delicious seafood, refreshing drinks, can’t-miss live entertainment, and more on the Sun Patio
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 27, 2025) – Mohegan Sun is gearing up for a brand-new festival, Savor New England, taking over the Sun Patio on Saturday, June 7th! From 2:00pm – 6:00pm, guests can savor fresh, seafood flavors and other local bites from well-known New England restaurants, taste and vote for their favorite at the clam chowder competition, enjoy $5 samples of delectable dishes, and explore special offerings from regional vendors. Additionally, attendees can unwind to live performances by Will Evans and Jazz band, Roomful of Blues. Whether guests are sampling local fare or soaking up the electrifying Sun Patio atmosphere, there’s something for all ages to enjoy.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased via ticketmaster.com or the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. Ticket includes event entry only. Food and beverage options will be available at event for purchase.
“We’re really excited for the first-ever Savor New England festival at Mohegan Sun as it builds on an already robust lineup of signature festivals on the Sun Patio and throughout our amazing property,” said Lauren Willard, Director of Special Events at Mohegan Sun. “We wanted to create an event and outdoor atmosphere that showcases the best of New England and thought there was no better way to do so than by bringing delicious regional seafood vendors together in one location.”
Guests looking to elevate their experience at Savor New England can do so with Sip & Savor, an upgraded ticket that offers unlimited samples from local breweries and wineries from 4:00pm – 6:00pm plus entry to the Savor New England event. While Savor New England is open to guests of all ages, guests must be 21 years of age or older to access Sip & Savor.
Roomful of Blues, the world-renowned, horn-powered, house rocking blues band, that has been delighting audiences for over 55 years is set to take the Sun Patio stage from 2:00pm – 3:30pm. On record and on stage, Roomful of Blues—led by master guitarist Chris Vachon for the past 25 years—continues to deliver its bone-shaking mix of original songs and carefully chosen covers ranging from jump, swing and proto rock ‘n’ roll to funky, contemporary blues. Performing from 4:00pm 6:00pm is the Rhode Island-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Will Evans. Through quotable folk-inspired lyrics, breezy grooves, and roots energy, it’s as if he’s giving you permission to be that pure self you can’t always be at work or even at home. He puts his words into action via his “Kind Folk” fan community, activating small acts of kindness, charity, and goodwill in tandem with performances nationwide.
For additional information on Savor New England, 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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