Jan 27, 2022 | Breaking News, Food & Beverage, General News, Travel & Leisure
Guests unable to make it to Mohegan Sun on Saturday due to inclement weather are welcomed to either use their ticket for Friday evening’s Grand Tasting Preview or receive a refund at point of purchase
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 27th, 2022) – The 18th Annual Sun Wine & Food
Fest (SWFF) at Mohegan Sun kicks off this evening and runs through Sunday, January 30th. The Grand Tasting, from 1:00pm – 5:00pm on Saturday, January 29th, will take place as planned and tickets are still available HERE. Should current ticket holders be unable to attend the Grand Tasting or any other Saturday SWFF event due to the impending weather, Mohegan Sun will offer refunds at point of purchase. Additionally, any guests who have Saturday Grand Tasting tickets that would like to attend the Grand Tasting Preview event inside Earth Expo Center from 8:00pm – 10:00pm on Friday, January 28th, are welcomed to do so.
“We understand that parts of our region will be impacted by the impending weather, so we wanted to make sure to provide the opportunity for our Sun Wine & Food Fest guests to plan accordingly for our major event this Saturday,” –said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “Whether it’s utilizing your Saturday tickets for Friday evening, or inquiring about a refund, we’re happy to assist.”
*Guests who utilize their Saturday Grand Tasting tickets to enjoy Friday evening’s Grand Tasting Preview are still welcomed to use the same ticket for the Grand Tasting.
The Sun Wine & Food Fest, which is Mohegan Sun’s signature food and wine event, brings the likes of Rocco DiSpirito, Robert Irvine, Aarón Sánchez, Adam Young, JJ Johnson, Tom Sandoval, Tom Schwartz and so many more well-known personalities to Mohegan Sun for a multi-day festival. For the full schedule of Sun Wine & Food Fest 2022, visit mohegansun.com/swff
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 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.
Jan 11, 2021 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News
Sun Wine & Food Fest, one of Mohegan Sun’s largest property-wide events, has been
officially postponed for 2021. This difficult decision was made in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, as keeping the community safe takes precedence.
Over the past 17 years, Sun Wine & Food Fest has developed into a four-day, multi-event festival. The event welcomes thousands of guests over the course of the weekend and features 30 local and nationally acclaimed chefs. Hundreds of vendors are also showcased to offer the greatest assortment of experiences for guests. Sun Wine & Food Fest brings people from all over for the same reason – to celebrate and experience the incredible art and joy of the culinary world.
Despite the cancellation of this year’s event, Mohegan Sun is still looking to support partners and the culinary community. The 18th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest will occur in 2022. For sponsorship opportunities, contact [email protected]. For event exhibitor and participation inquiries, contact [email protected].
Guests can sign up to receive email updates about events and happenings at Mohegan Sun, along with our health and safety protocols at mohegansun.com.
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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Dec 6, 2018 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Guests can enjoy beer from Boston Beer Company, learn from Boston’s most talented chefs and eat some delicious food
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 6, 2018) – Sun Wine & Food Fest is just 
around the corner and with that, Mohegan Sun is excited to announce a very special opening night event: Boston Brews & Bites. The event will feature some of Boston’s greatest athletes as Pedro Martinez, Paul Pierce, Ray Bourque & Willie McGinest will interact with fans and team up with some of Boston’s best Chef’s, which will include Nick Calias, Chris Coombs, Jason Santos, Will Gilson, Robert Sisca & Mike Fucci, to prepare their favorite twist on tailgating foods!
When & Where: 7:00pm – 9:00pm on Thursday, January 24th in the Earth Ballroom located in the Earth Expo & Convention Center at Mohegan Sun.
Tickets: $125.00 and go on sale Friday, December 7th at 10:00am at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and ticketmaster.com.
Who: Pedro Martinez (Hall of Fame MLB Pitcher, Red Sox World Series Champion in 2004) |Paul Pierce (All-time great
Small Forward who played for the Boston Celtics from 1998 – 2013, winning a title in 2008) | Ray Bourque (Hall of Fame hockey player played most of his 20 plus year career with the Boston Bruins; considered one of the greatest hockey defense-man in NHL history) | Willie McGinest (Former NFL Linebacker who was a two-time pro-bowler and three-time champion with the New England Patriots.
Nick Calias (Award-winning Executive Chef at The Colonnade Hotel in Boston) | Chris Coombs (A Forbes “30 Under 30” honoree as well as Owner & Executive Chef for Boston Urban Hospitality) | Jason Santos (Celebrity Chef & Restaurateur, owner of Citrus & Salt; appeared on the TV show Bar Rescue in 2016) | Will Gilson (Chef & Co-owner of the popular Cambridge, MA restaurant, Puritan & Company) |Robert Sisca (Executive Chef at one of Boston’s best dining destinations, Bistro du Midi| Mike Fucci (Chef/Owner of Chef Mike’s Catering & former winner of the cooking show, Cutthroat Kitchen on the Food Network).
In Detail: Admission to Boston Brews & Bites includes complimentary food, beer pairings and specialty drinks. Participating chefs and athletes will team up to prepare their favorite tailgating snacks that will be open to all guests during the mini dine around. Boston Beer Company will be the exclusive beer to be featured at the event. Dancing and entertainment will be provided by Boston-based band “Legends Of Summer.”
*Please note that autographs and/or memorabilia are not permitted at this event.
For further details on all things Sun Wine & Food Fest 2019, including the Grand Tasting, Bourbon Tasting, Vintage Cru, Celebrity Chef Dine Around and so much more across the four-day festival & it’s associated event packages, visit SWFF!
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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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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Jan 27, 2016 | General News, Special Events
Tickets on sale this Friday
Uncasville, CT (January 27, 2016) – Join Mohegan Sun for the Sun WhiskeyFest on April 1, 2016 and enjoy the finest whiskey, great food, live entertainment and more. Tickets for Sun Whiskey Fest go on sale Friday, January 29th through Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Sun Whiskey Fest 2016
Beginning at 7:00pm and going through 11:00pm on Friday, April 1st and taking place inside the Uncas Ballroom, Sun Whiskey Fest promises to be a special festival for Whiskey lovers. Guests will be able to try new and old favorites of whiskey, scotch, bourbon and rye. Craft batch cocktails for those looking for something a little different will be available as well. Experts from many of the distilleries will be on hand to discuss their style of whiskey and other libations!
Delicious small plates will also be featured from some of the region’s top restaurants and The Shiny Lapel Trio with provide entertainment for the evening.
Tickets to this event are $75.00 and go on sale Friday, January 29th at 10:00am. The event runs from 8:00pm – 11:00pm on April 1st and includes unlimited tastings and food samples and a cigar for your enjoyment.
Sun WineFest Ticket Offer: Show your ticket to any Sun WineFest 2016 event and you will receive $5.00 off your $75.00 Whiskey Fest ticket at either Mohegan Sun’s Box Office or at the Bourbon event on January 29th (discount will only be offered January 29th through January 31st).
Must be 21 years of age or older to participate*
There will also be special hotel packages available as part of Sun Whiskey Fest. For $349.00, guests can take advantage of a King Sky Hotel Room + 2 tickets to the event and for $369.00, guests can enjoy a Double Sky Hotel Room + 2 tickets to the event. For more information visit Whiskey Fest Hotel Packages.
Some exhibitors that are excited to be a part of Sun Whiskey Fest 2016 are: Cody Road, Defiant Whiskey, Four Roses Bourbon, Glendalough Distillery, Glengoyne Distillery, High West Distillery, J.R. Revelry Bourbon, Litchfield Distillery, Pendleton Whiskey, Revel Stoke, Saxtons River Distillery, Sinfire, Teeling Whiskey, Templeton Rye and more!
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 85 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 view us on YouTube.
Dec 18, 2008 | General News, Special Events
Raw bar experts compete in event on Sunday, January 18th
The raw bar gets a sweet deal when the sixth Annual Oyster Open comes to SUN WINEFEST at Mohegan Sun. The event, sponsored by Bud Light, is part of the Grand Tasting on Sunday, January 18th, and is slated to kick off at 4:15pm on the Main Stage inside Mohegan Sun’s Uncas Ballroom.
The Oyster Open started out several years ago as a face-off between Boston and Cambridge restaurant staffers to see who had the best skill and acumen in the world of raw-bar seafood. The competition has grown, and in its sixth year at SUN WINEFEST, shuckers are expected to apply from all over the Eastern Seaboard and Canada.
Participants will be challenged to open fifteen Atlantic Oysters within three minutes. The victor will claim a $3,500 cash prize, a two-night stay at Mohegan Sun’s luxury hotel, a lobster and oyster feast at Jasper White’s Summer Shack and a trophy belt. The winner is also invited to compete in the Mohegan Sun Oyster Open at the Taste of Mystic in September 2009. The second-place winner will receive a $1,000 prize and a trophy plaque, and the third-place finalist will be awarded $500.00 and a trophy plaque.
Shuckers can apply from now through January 1st via the SUN WINEFEST website at sunwinefest.com. Click on the Oyster Open 09 button for an application form.
Last year’s Oyster Open victor was William “Chopper” Young of Wellfleet, MA.
Tickets for the Grand Tasting event on Saturday, January 17th and Sunday, January 18th are $70.00 for a one-day pass, and $110.00 for a weekend pass. The Grand Tasting also includes celebrity chef cooking demonstrations, tastings of over 1,000 wines, world craft brewers and restaurateurs and the Chef Showdown presented by Contessa Premium Foods and Hatfield Quality Meats.
For more information on SUN WINEFEST 2009, visit sunwinefest.com. For more information about Mohegan Sun, please visit mohegansun.com or call 1.888.226.7711.
SUN WINEFEST 2009 is a production of Life Marketing and Events, a West Hartford, Connecticut-based, full service firm that specializes in marketing, event management and production, public relations, sponsorship, advertising sales, creative design, promotions, publishing and more.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 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.
