Jul 11, 2013 | General News, Special Events
Featuring special guests Rev Run & DJ Ruckus and “Mr. Belding” Dennis Haskins on July 26th
WHAT: VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock inside Mohegan Sun celebrates its one year anniversary on Friday, July 26th with a ‘Throwback’ party featuring Rev Run & DJ Ruckus and “Mr. Belding” Dennis Haskins from Saved By the Bell.
WHEN/ WHERE: Friday, July 26th at 10:00pm inside VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock
IN DETAIL: VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock inside Mohegan Sun is turning one and some of the most “mega” 90’s stars are helping to celebrate with a ‘Throwback’ party. On Friday, July 26th at 10:00pm, dance to music by Rev Run & DJ Ruckus then hang out as Dennis Haskins a.k.a “Mr. Belding” from Saved By the Bell helps to commemorate the ultra lounge’s first anniversary.
ABOUT VISTA LOUNGE: VISTA Lounge is a 450-person lounge with numerous plush coves and VIP sections alongside a dance floor complete with a state-of-the-art, near–field, bi-amped 60,000 watt sound system. Two bars are available for guest convenience, offering bubbly cocktails, creative cosmos and delicious dessert martinis. VISTA Lounge brings part of the casino inside with two custom designed blackjack tables which are available for use or for rent and a view of the entire gaming floor. Throughout the night, you can look up at the stars as the dome above Wombi Rock transforms from a sunset-red sky to a smattering of twinkling twilight. In recent months Jenny McCarthy, Melissa Gorga, Scott Disick, R&B group Boyz II Men and many more have all partied at VISTA Lounge.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, find us on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Jun 4, 2013 | General News, Hot Summer Fun
Sultry Saturdays kick off the weekend during Hot Summer Fun
There is no hotter place to party than in the Sun this summer. Mohegan Sun has some of the premier party spots in the
region all under one roof and during Sultry Saturdays during Hot Summer Fun, nightlife is the name of the game.
Beginning June 29th, Sultry Saturdays add to the Hot Summer Fun weekly line up, putting Mohegan Sun nightlife spots on display. Whether you want to grab your closest girlfriends and party outside or you and your buddies would rather get wild inside, there is something for everyone at Mohegan Sun on Saturdays after the sun goes down this summer.
GLO at the Pool
The region’s only nighttime pool party, GLO at the Pool lets guests party under the New England stars on the third floor pool terrace of the hotel. Equipped with VIP cabanas, a fire pit and two new blackjack tables, party with live DJs and dancers every Thursday and Saturday until the end of August.
MIST
One of the newest additions to the Mohegan Sun nightlife family is MIST, a contemporary venue that sits beneath the 3-story water wall in Casino of the Wind. Party in this steamy venue this summer amidst rolling fog, VIP areas and dancers.
VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock
VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock is a true ultra lounge nestled in the quartz structure in Casino of the Sky underneath the world’s largest indoor planetarium dome. Grab a cocktail amongst the stars and cozy up in one of VISTA’s private alcoves, grab a partner and dance on the newly-renovated dance floor or play at one of the blackjack tables open for play!
The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House
Opened at the end of December, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House is an Irish public house in the middle of Mohegan Sun. Grab a pint, sample some of the amazing pub fare and put some luck of the Irish back into your Saturday nights!
Ballo Social Club
When Ballo Italian Restaurant turns into a Social Club every Saturday night, party like you are in the heart of Italy. In a space that resembles a Gothic abbey, grab a drink and dance on anything from tabletops to window platforms as DJs spin during Sultry Saturdays this summer.
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere inside Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville in Casino of the Wind. This home to the Cheeseburger in Paradise is a Parrothead’s dream. Choose from dozens of frozen concoctions or catch a live performance on the concert stage, all in the same venue!
For a list of all upcoming Mohegan Sun nightlife events and more information on all our nightlife venues, please visit our website.
For more information on Sultry Saturdays or Mohegan Sun’s Hot Summer Fun, please visit our website.
Jan 18, 2013 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Starting February 6th, Wine Wednesdays at Mohegan Sun offers guests a classier night out
Don’t look at Wednesdays as the glass is half empty any longer. Treat yourself to a classier night out as Mohegan Sun unveils the all-new Wine Wednesday program. Wednesdays at Mohegan Sun will turn into a vino lover’s dream with featured wines from all around the globe each season, delicious dishes to accompany them and other various specials being offered each week.
Wine Wednesdays kick off on February 6th with Tastings & Tapas on the Tuscany Patio from 6:00pm – 7:30pm. A $20.00 price per person allows guests to indulge in mouthwatering tapas along with three different varieties of wines. While you taste and sip, a wine expert will lead a discussion and Q&A segment about the featured wines. Tastings & Tapas will be held on the first Wednesday of every month, with advanced tickets available for purchase at Todd English’s Tuscany.
Ready for dinner? Every Wednesday during the month, select restaurants throughout the property will offer traditional wine-pairing dinners. To start, Todd English’s Tuscany will be offering a four-course Tuscan dinner paired with flavorful wines for $95.00 and Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain will be offering a four-course American Regional Cuisine dinner paired with California wines for $75.00. Reservations are not required.
After you and your guests have your fill, be sure to stop by VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock every Wednesday to sip some bubbly while listening to the sweet sounds of a live Jazz Ensemble from 8:00pm – 11:00pm. In addition, on Wednesdays only, all VISTA Lounge bubble cocktails will be upgraded to Veuve Clicquot Champagne.
Finally, along with Tastings & Tapas, The Shops concourse at Mohegan Sun will feature displays and sales from local artists, sculptors and jewelers on the first Wednesday of every month.
Featured wines for 2013-2014 are as follows:
- February-April: California wines
- May-July: French wines
- August-October: Spanish wines
- November-January: Italian wines
For more information and upcoming Wine Wednesday events, please visit mohegansun.com/wine-wednesdays.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Nov 20, 2012 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Last year's New Year's Eve countdown in The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
Mohegan Sun transforms into one big party with exclusive events, great entertainment, delicious dining and The Shops countdown celebration
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 20, 2012) – Countdown to the New Year like never before inside Mohegan Sun’s all-night celebration this December 31st. Not only is The Shops Concourse New Year’s Eve Countdown back and bigger than ever but this year, other highlights include Cyndi Lauper in The Arena, fantastic comedy in The Cabaret Theatre, The Groovematics in The Wolf Den, but Mohegan Sun is your stop for exclusive parties in a number of our venues including the brand-new Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House and MIST inside Casino of the Wind opening New Year’s Even night, among several others.
PARTY IN THE SHOPS CONCOURSE
One of the best places to be inside Mohegan Sun when the clock strikes Midnight is alongside thousands of other partygoers in The Shops at Mohegan Sun. DJae Mêlée will be live outside Todd English’s Tuscany and big screen projectors will be placed throughout the concourse to display the countdown broadcast live from Times Square in New York. The large concourse will also feature concessions. It’s quite a site to see and to be a part of as the clock ticks towards Midnight. To view some of the celebrations from last year’s event, click here http://youtube/ItdygZ42KzM.
NIGHTLIFE
At Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock, there will be a party to ring in the New Year starting at 9:00pm. Tickets are $25.00 a person (prices subject to change based on availability) and include music by DJ Jason Mae, party favors and a champagne toast at Midnight. The party is for ages 21 and over and the dress code will be strictly enforced. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, November 21st at noon through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and can be purchased by calling 860.862.8499. For more information and VIP reservations, call 860.862.4009.
Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club will host a New Year’s Eve celebration starting at 10:00pm. For $30.00 per person, enjoy music by DJ Louie Faiola Jr. and party favors. For VIP reservations, call 860.862.1100.
Over at Ultra 88 Night Club, the New Year’s Eve party begins at 9:00pm and will be $50.00 per person (prices subject to change based on availability). Ticket price will include music by DJ Legacy, party favors and a champagne toast at Midnight. The party is for ages 21 and over and the dress code will be strictly enforced. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, November 21st at noon through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and can be purchased by calling 860.862.8499. For more information and VIP reservations, call 860.862.7042.
The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House will be holding its first-ever New Year’s Eve celebration for $40.00 per person (prices subject to change based on availability) starting at 9:00pm! Ticket price includes music by DJ Jay-C, party favors and a champagne toast at Midnight. The party is for ages 21 and over and guests are encouraged to dress to impress. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, November 21st at noon through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and can be purchased by calling 860.862.8499. For more information and VIP reservations, call 860.862.7005.
New Year’s Eve will also mark a new beginning for one destination in Mohegan Sun when the all-new MIST opens. Located in Casino of the Wind, MIST was designed right next to the 35-foot high electronic and animated water wall. DJ K-Otic will be on-hand for this grand opening party starting at 9:00pm with no cover charge, party favors and a champagne toast at Midnight. During the grand opening party on New Year’s Eve, guests can win a two night trip, including air fare, to the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas! Guests can also take advantage of select VIP tables (with bottle service) for their party by calling 1.866.760.5901.
The new lounge will feature top notch drinks, live DJs, a dance floor. Beginning January 4th, MIST will be open every Friday and Saturday night.
LAST SHOWS OF THE YEAR
On Monday, December 31st, rocker Cyndi Lauper will take the stage inside Mohegan Sun Arena. The performance starts at 7:30pm and tickets are on sale now for $30.00.
“The Funniest New Year’s Eve Party In Connecticut” will bring great comedians to The Cabaret Theatre to Laugh-in 2012 featuring “The Coach” Tom Whiteley, Jim David & Joey Vega. The show starts at 10:00pm on Monday, December 31st and tickets are $39.75. This show is on sale now.
New Year’s Eve also brings Mike DelGuidice & Big Shot to The Wolf Den for a 8:00pm show. Then later in the evening, The Groovematics will be live in The Wolf Den for an 11:00pm performance.
*The Wolf Den is free and all guests must be 21 or older. Come early as seating is limited. Times and performers are subject to change.
More info on Mohegan Sun’s Entertainment schedule can be found at www.mohegansun.com/entertainment.
DINING AND RETAIL
Mohegan Sun’s culinary team is planning great dishes and specials for the final day of 2012. Guests can expect nothing but the best from the likes of Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club, Todd English’s Tuscany, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and more.
A dinner and a party is planned at Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club as they will be taking dinner reservations in the main dining room until 9:00pm and in the restaurant until
Midnight. There will be a special New Year’s Eve party taking place inside Ballo as well where all non dinner guests can attend for a $30.00 cover charge starting at 10:00pm. The event will feature a DJ, professional dancers and of course live coverage of the Times Square celebration on the TV screens above the bar.
Over in Casino of the Wind, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville is joining the fun as well with a New Year’s Eve special that serves four Baked Stuffed Shrimp with a Portabella Parmesan Cream Rice and Green Beans and Lemon Butter Sauce. This dinner will be served at $27.95. At 10:00pm, the band KICK will be performing on the Margaritaville stage. Cover will be $10.00.
At Jasper White’s Summer Shack Express, guests can get a combo deal that includes a clam strip roll, soft drink and French Fries for $15.00.
A number of other restaurants on property will be having extended hours including Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain, Bobby’s Burger Palace, Todd English’s Tuscany, Seasons Buffet and the Bow & Arrow Sports Bar. Be sure to check out mohegansun.com/nye for more information.
Additionally, on New Year’s Day, Todd English’s Tuscany will be featuring a New Year’s Day brunch where delicious selections of food are endless. Seafood lovers can enjoy the chilled raw bar with the likes of Littleneck Clams, Oysters and Shrimp Cocktail. There will also be omelet stations, a pasta station with 4-Cheese Ravioli and a carved meat station with Prime Rib and Brown Sugar-Glazed Ham. Further hot offerings will be classic Eggs Benedict, Stuffed French Toast with Vanilla Sauce, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Lobster Cream & Fried Leeks, Sliced Chilled Sirloin with Gorgonzola Cream and also Chicken Saltimbocca with Brown Butter Arugula and Spaghetti Olio. This will be offered from 10:00am t 2:00pm and is $38.00 per adult, $19.00 for children 7-12 and free for kids 1-6.
About Mohegan Sun: Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Jul 18, 2012 | Breaking News, Food & Beverage, General News, Travel & Leisure
Vista Lounge joins Mohegan Sun nightlife
Mohegan Sun is pleased to announce the opening of Vista Lounge, the latest addition to its nightlife dedicated to givingguests the complete VIP treatment. Formerly Leffingwell’s Martini Bar, Vista Lounge is the newly-renovated
nighttime offering at Wombi Rock in Casino of the Sky. This ultra lounge has been refinished from top to bottom to provide its guests with an intimate atmosphere they can enjoy with one special person or an entourage of their closest friends. The lounge will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, July 28th with a private, invite-only event hosted by Jenny McCarthy on Saturday, July 21st.
The 450-person lounge has numerous plush coves and VIP sections alongside a dance floor with a new state of the art, near–field, bi-amped 60,000 watt sound system that will transform the room. Two bars are also available for guest convenience, offering bubbly cocktails, creative cosmos and delicious dessert martinis. Vista Lounge brings some of the casino inside with two custom designed blackjack tables which are available for use or for rent and a view of the entire gaming floor. Throughout the night, you can look up at the stars as the dome above Wombi Rock transforms from a sunset-red sky to a smattering of twinkling twilight.
For more information, visit mohegansun.com/nightlife.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
