More than 30 free outdoor concerts are planned for the Sun Patio at Mohegan Sun including Mike DelGuidice, Beatlemania Again, The Docksiders, Kimberly Perry and more!
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 21, 2024) –The summer is heating up at Mohegan Sun with a robust outdoor entertainment lineup featured at the Sun Patio. Located between the Riverview and Indian Summer Garages, the Sun Patio is back and better than ever with a brand-new look! Soak in the summer weather in this open-air venue with delicious food and beverage specials that include the All in Orange Whip Canned Cocktail and the Jackpot Juice Hazy IPA. Over 30 free live shows are scheduled at the new & improved Sun Patio with popular tribute concerts every Friday night from June 28th – late September, and the new outdoor Summer Concert Series brings big-time acts like Buckcherry on select weekend nights!
Party on the Sun Patio is back again during Hot Summer Fun with some of the best tribute bands the region has to offer. Over the course of 14 weeks, guests can get mouthwatering beverage specials while dancing to their favorite songs. Every Friday night, doors open at 6:30pm before bands get the party started at 8:00pm. VIP fire pit reservations are available and each fire pit includes a complimentary round of drinks, cocktail service, an Adirondak chair for each guest and a prime view of the stage. Four additional shows have been added to this year’s Party on the Sun Patio lineup, which includes: Vegas McGraw (Tim McGraw Tribute), June 28th|Fleetwood Macked – The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, July 5th|Raise Your Hands (Bon Jovi Tribute), July 12th |Captain Fantastic (Elton John Tribute), July 19th|Mystic Dead (Grateful Dead Tribute), July 26th|Refugee (Tom Petty Tribute), August 2nd |Beatlemania Again (The Beatles Tribute), August 9th|52nd Street Band (Billy Joel Tribute), August 16th|The Journey Tribute Show, August 23rd|Red Neck Castaway (Kenny Chesney Tribute), August 30th |Zac N’ Fried (Zac Brown Band Tribute) September 6th|Big Eyed Phish (Dave Matthews Band Tribute), September 13th|BStreetBand (Bruce Springsteen Tribute), September 20th|Queen Flash (Queen Tribute), September 27th.
The multipurpose venue will also hold a Summer Concert Series that kicks off on Saturday, June 29th as Mike DelGuidice takes the stage at 8:00pm. The month of August features Buckcherry on Saturday, August 10th before welcoming The Docksiders on Saturday, August 24th. The Sun Patio Concert Series ends after Kimberly Perry of The Band Perry plays on Saturday, September 21st. Guests taking in the back-to-back Phish concerts inside the award-winning Mohegan Sun Arena on July 23rd & 24th are encouraged to attend the Sun Patio Tailgate Party before the show, starting at 3:00pm each day. Free acoustic music will also be available on a regular basis throughout the summer on the Sun Patio. Stay tuned to our website for additional tailgate parties to be added throughout the summer.
The full entertainment lineup across Mohegan Sun this summer will total 256 events in 96 days, and this includes the above outdoor entertainment as well as major performances inside Mohegan Sun Arena, Comix Roadhouse, The Wolf Den and more! For more information on summer entertainment, visit mohegansun.com/entertainment.
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.
Complimentary party also commemorates the opening of the fully renovated Sun Patio
UNCASVILE, CT (April 30, 2024) – Mohegan Sun is ready to start the summer off right with the 2nd Annual Summer Kick-Off on Saturday, May 25th! From 5:00pm – 9:00pm, guests can let loose at this epic, free bash with incredible vendors, delicious drink specials and delectable bites from food trucks like Hungry Lion, Newport Creamery and Farm to Sandwich. The Fake Experience is set to rock the brand-new Sun Patio Stage with fan favorite hits starting at 6:00pm. Plus, guests are invited to partake in a special beach ball drop at 7:30pm. The first 100 guests to attend the Summer Kick-Off will receive one free drink, courtesy of Red Bull! Seating by the firepits is available for guests on a first-come, first-served basis. All guests must be 21+ to attend the Summer Kick-Off.
Summer Kick-Off also marks the launch of the completely renovated Sun Patio. This decked-out, 36,000 square-foot outdoor space now features updated fire pits, cozy Adirondack chairs and grassy turf, adjacent to the Sun Patio Bar. Guests can dance into the breezy summer nights with live music at the Sun Patio Stage, complete with a new sound system for an optimal music experience. This open-air venue allows guests to soak in the warm weather at any time – whether they’re visiting for a special event or looking for a sunny place to sit back and relax. Over at the Sun Patio Bar, guests can enjoy six hi-definition screens (including two menu boards) and a full bar including six bartender stations while vibing to acoustic entertainment throughout the summer. The Sun Patio Bar is open Fridays from 5:00pm – 11:00pm, Saturdays from Noon – Midnight and Sundays from Noon – 9:00pm. In addition to serving as an entertainment space, the Sun Patio is bookable for private events and groups of up to 2,000 guests.
Want more fun in the sun? Guests are encouraged to check mohegansun.com/sunpatio for upcoming exciting functions at the Sun Patio, including favorites like Party on the Sun Patio, Sun Tequila Tasting and some brand-new events!
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.
Festivities include a Summer Kick-Off party that unveils the Sun Patio Bar, and the return of popular outdoor summer concert series Party on the Sun Patio
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 4, 2023) – Summertime at Mohegan Sun is in full effect on the Sun Patio. The former Summer Entrance has been transformed into a 2,100 square-foot outdoor event space that is perfect for sunny days and warm summer nights. The star of the show is the elevated, 50 square-foot Sun Patio Bar, complete with six hi-definition screens (including two menu boards) and a full bar including six bartender stations. Regular hours for the Sun Patio Bar are Fridays from 5:00pm – 11:00pm, Saturdays from Noon – Midnight and Sundays from Noon – 9:00pm.
Those looking to be the first to party at the Sun Patio Bar can do so at the Summer Kick-Off on Saturday, May 27th. From 5:00pm – 8:00pm, delectable eats will be offered from Munchies, Bridge Market Pizza and Travelin’ Bones. Refreshing drink specials will also be available and electrifying live entertainment will be provided by local favorite band, Sugar. Complimentary fire pits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The first 100 guests to attend also receive a free drink, courtesy of Red Bull! Mohegan Sun’s Summer Kick-Off has free admission, and all guests must be 21+ with valid ID.
The Sun Patio is also the home of Mohegan Sun’s popular summer concert series, Party on the Sun Patio. Starting June 30th, and every Friday night through September 1st, the Sun Patio transforms into a breezy outdoor area where guests can dance the night away to live entertainment provided by local tribute bands. A rotating lineup of amazing food trucks will be offering tasty bites, and guests can quench their thirst with incredible cocktail and beverage specials. Make the night extra special with a VIP fire pit!
Party on the Sun Patio is a free event that takes place from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. Doors open at 6:30pm and the bands start rockin’ at 8:00pm. Featured bands* for Party on the Sun Patio are as follows:
June 30th: Chicken Fried, a tribute to Zac Brown Band
July 7th: Vegas McGraw & Tim McGraw Tribute, a tribute to Tim McGraw
July 14th: Simply Shania, a tribute to Shania Twain
July 21st: Big Eyed Phish, a tribute to Dave Matthews Band
July 28th: Captain Fantastic, a tribute to Elton John
Aug. 4th: Queen Flash, a tribute to Queen
Aug. 11th: Dumb As You Are, a tribute to Nirvana
Aug. 18th: No Shoes Nation, a tribute to Kenny Chesney
Aug. 25th: Tramps Like Us, a tribute to Bruce Springsteen
Sept. 1st: The Journey Show, a tribute to Journey
*Lineup subject to change
Guests must be 21+ with valid ID to attend Party on the Sun Patio. Fire pit reservations will open in June 2023. All fire pit reservations include a complimentary round of drinks for up to eight guests per reserved fire pit. Additional seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and guests are welcome to bring their own chairs. Coolers and outside food/beverages are not permitted. In the event of inclement weather, bands performing at Party on the Sun Patio will be moved to the Wolf Den. Decisions will be announced by 2:00pm the day of the event.
While the Sun Patio is open to the public, private parties can be booked for up to 2,000 guests. The Sun Patio Bar is also available for booking private parties of up to 300 guests. The Sun Patio is in the process of a multi-phase renovation with phase two starting in fall 2023.
Stay tuned, Mohegan Sun is gearing up for a summer to remember and things are just warming up! For the latest details on events and promotions, 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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