The Sneakerhead Invasion arrives at Mohegan Sun on Sunday, June 4th

May 15, 2023 | Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Shopping, Special Events, Sports, Travel & Leisure

The most buzzworthy kicks, in addition to rare classics, will take centerstage inside Earth Expo at Mohegan Sun; Both general and VIP tickets allow guests to sell and trade sneakers

UNCASVILLE, CT (May 15, 2023) – Beginning at Noon on Sunday, June 4th inside the 125,000 square foot Earth Expo center, The Sneakerhead Invasion, hosting various sneaker, streetwear and collectable vendors, will arrive in full force at Mohegan Sun. Organized by The Urban Collab, the latest and greatest from Nike, Air Jordan, Adidas and more will be up for grabs for sneakerheads of all stripes.

“Hosting a large-scale sneaker convention is something we have wanted to add to the calendar for our Expo center for some time, and we’re so happy to have the Urban Collab bringing their amazing 1-day Sneakerhead Invasion event to Mohegan Sun later this spring,” -said Kevin Barosso, Dir. of Convention & Sales for Mohegan Sun. “Not only does this convention allow for selling and trading of some of the most sought-after sneakers on the market, but across 200+ vendors, the event will also feature unique collectables, streetwear, headwear and more.”

Tickets to the Sneakerhead Invasion are available through Ticketmaster.com and start at $30 for general admission, which allows guests to bring three pairs of sneakers inside for the opportunity to sell or trade. VIP tickets are $40 and come with the bonus of entering the event with as many sneakers as one can carry and doing that through a special entry line. The first 100 VIP guests will also receive a free enamel pin. Tickets for High School students are also discounted to $15 and children under 10 with a parent enter for free! High School students are asked to have their High School ID on hand.

Attendees can expect to see popular recent sneaker releases such as Air Jordan 1s, Yeezy’s, the latest New Balances and much more.

For more information on the Sneakerhead Invasion, visit mohegansun.com/sneakerhead

And for more details on how to become a vendor, visit theurbancollab.org

ABOUT SNEAKERHEAD INVASION: Organized by The Urban Collab, The Sneakerhead Invasion is Connecticut’s Biggest Sneaker Convention where you can buy, sell and trade your sneakers. The Sneakerhead Invasion has a variety of vendors from sneakers, streetwear, hats and pins, collectables and more. This convention is also an experience for the whole family with awards, giveaways and performances. We have something for everyone! Follow The Urban Collab on Instagram via @theurbancollab_

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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All-new Sneaker Boutique, Portal, Opens at Mohegan Sun

Dec 16, 2021 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment

New retail outlet now open in the Shops at Mohegan Sun also features the top styles in streetwear fashion

UNCASVILLE, CT (December 15, 2021) – Portal, the boutique established on reverence for sneaker and streetwear culture, is proud to announce its debut at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut.

“We’re really excited to have Portal launch in the Shops at Mohegan Sun and look forward to offering their visitors a variety of the hottest sneaker and streetwear apparel,” said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “From classic sneakers that include Air Jordan, Nike, Yeezy, Puma and plenty more, to today’s top brands such as Just Don, Bape, and Honor the Gift, Portal will provide our guests a new space to represent their own style through fashion”.

In addition to great in-store selections, if shoppers are searching something specific Portal has you covered through its “Priority Access” program. This program connects shoppers with hard-to-find pieces and the stories behind them. Through the power of Mohegan Sun’s Momentum Program, Portal will source hard-to-find footwear and apparel pieces for on-site pickup and purchase with Momentum Rewards. Members can initiate this process by completing the Priority Access form available on the Portal website. Guests can sign up for Mohegan Sun’s Momentum Rewards by presenting their photo ID at any Player’s Club booth on property to sign up for a free personalized account. From there, guests can start earning valuable Momentum Dollars + other perks right away. More details are available via: mohegansun.com/momentum.html

Store hours at Portal will be Monday – Saturday 11:00am – 10:00pm, and Sunday 10:00am – 8:00pm.

 About Portal: Founded by two minorities who overcame the challenges of being seen for more than their ethnic identities, Portal was established on reverence for sneaker and streetwear culture, with the mission of sharing this passion through contextual storytelling and experiential access to curated collections from the creators that shape the culture we celebrate today.  For more information on Portal, visit website.

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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