Mohegan Sun’s 10th Annual Locals Live Competition Returns This November

Mohegan Sun’s 10th Annual Locals Live Competition Returns This November

Grand prize winner will receive $5,000 and a headlining show in the Wolf Den

UNCASVILLE, CT (August 28, 2024) – This November, 12 local bands and musicians will have the opportunity to be crowned champion when the alluring four-week Locals Live competition returns. Mohegan Sun and Hall Communications will host the 10th annual competition where area talent battle for a $5,000 grand prize. The Locals Live champion will also get the opportunity to headline their own show in the award-winning Wolf Den, where acts like Thomas Rhett, Run DMC, Five For Fighting, and previous winners like Nick Bosse and Unwoke have graced the stage. Submissions can be made starting today, through Wednesday, September 25th via the WCTY website.

Mohegan Sun and Hall Communications will select 12 bands/musicians plus two alternates, and four acts per week will compete live in the Wolf Den every Wednesday from November 6th – December 4th (excluding November 27th) from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. A live audience vote will select who moves on to the most epic musical clash in town, the final competition, on Wednesday, December 4th. At the finals, a panel of expert judges will play a pivotal role in deciding the official Locals Live champion.

Admission to attend Locals Live is free, and guests can enjoy $4 Michelob Ultra and Bud Light specials. Guests may line up no sooner than three hours before the show. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. One guest can hold four spots in line, but seats will only be given to those present at the time of seating. All guests must be 21 or older to enter the Wolf Den.

For the purposes of this competition, talent is defined as musicians, bands, or singer-songwriters only. All talent must be 21 years of age or older and from CT, RI, MA or NY. Performers must adhere to all Mohegan Sun rules and sign a guidelines contract prior to performance. Talent must be able to set up by 5:00pm on date of performance for sound check. All rules subject to change/management interpretation.

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, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.

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Summer Entertainment Continues to Roll at Mohegan Sun

Summer Entertainment Continues to Roll at Mohegan Sun

Select nights in August & September feature live entertainment across all major venues on property


UNCASVILLE, CT (August 8, 2024) ––Entertainment at Mohegan Sun is getting a boost during select Saturdays in August and September with jam-packed live entertainment all evening inside Mohegan Sun Arena, the freshly renovated Sun Patio, and the Wolf Den. This can’t miss entertainment at Mohegan Sun is set to include Dierks Bentley, Buckcherry, Childish Gambino, Meghan Trainor and more! Doors open for concerts outside at The Sun Patio at 6:30pm before the action kicks off at 8:00pm, while shows at Mohegan Sun Arena start as early as 7:00pm. On select weekend nights starting at 10:30pm, the Wolf Den continues its late night concert series with popular bands like Wicked Peach, BRANDED and Fusion taking the stage!  

“Our new summer entertainment lineup includes a few special nights where all three of our major entertainment venues are packed with electrifying talent at the same time, creating an unforgettable experience for our guests,” said Greg Romeyn, Director of Sports and Entertainment for Mohegan. “Mohegan Sun Arena, the Wolf Den and the brand-new Sun Patio all provide a unique atmosphere combined with high energy, and we encourage our guests to stop by all three venues to revel in a diverse talent lineup they won’t find anywhere else.”

Saturday, August 10th

Dierks Bentley | Mohegan Sun Arena |7:00pm  

Multi-Platinum singer/songwriter Dierks Bentley  kicks off a night of entertainment on Saturday, August 10th with openers Chase Rice & Kaitlin Butts inside Mohegan Sun Arena. Bentley’s unique 21st-century career has had a rare consistency fueled by longevity. Over the course of two decades, Bentley has achieved success with eight more albums that reached the top of the Country sales charts, resulting in 22 No. 1 songs, eight billion streams, three CMA Awards, 15 GRAMMY® nominations and membership into the Grand Ole Opry. Bentley released his tenth studio album Gravel & Gold in 2023. Tickets are available on Ticketmaster.

Buckcherry| Sun Patio |8:00pm

Buckcherry has four million+ album sales, two million+ monthly listeners, 300 million+ song streams, 100 million+ video views and two million+ followers! They have also toured with KISS, AC/DC, Guns N’ Roses, Nickelback, Aerosmith, Mötley Crüe and Kid Rock and have played Woodstock ‘99.

The Sun Patio features free live entertainment every Friday through September 27th. Guests can enjoy a rotating lineup of food trucks for a quick and tasty bite, complimented by an incredible beverage and cocktail menu. The featured food trucks on August 10th are Philly’s and House of Barbecue and Bacon. Food trucks will not be serving during the concert from 8:00pm-10:00pm.

All guests must be 21+ and have a valid ID to enter the Sun Patio. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. However, guests are welcome to bring their own chairs! Guests are not permitted to bring coolers or outside food/beverages. Bands and food trucks subject to change.

BRANDED| Wolf Den |10:30pm

Branded Country That Rocks, has been the foremost party band for 18 years entertaining Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Vermont, and New York. Bringing new music from country, pop, hip hop and rock & roll, Branded Country That Rocks, is a family-oriented band that regularly plays fairgrounds, baseball stadiums, campgrounds, casinos, Big E, and countless other entertainment venues all over New England. They bring something for everyone to enjoy from the bar stool to the dance floor.  Be sure to check them out on Facebook @BrandedCT and Instagram @BrandedCT for upcoming shows and other exciting information.

Guests must be 21+ to enter the Wolf Den. Guests may line up no sooner than three hours before the show. Come early as limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. One person can hold four spots in line, but seats will only be given to those present at the time of seating.

Saturday, August 24th

Childish Gambino| Mohegan Sun Arena |8:00pm  

Childish Gambino is set to take the global stage with special guest Willow at The New World Tour. Alongside The New World Tour, Gambino surprised fans with the release of Atavista (3.15.20 reimagined versions) via RCA Records, including two new tracks, “Atavista” and “Human Sacrifice.” Additionally, he dropped the official music video for “Little Foot Big Foot,” directed by Hiro Murai, featuring Young Nudy. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

The Docksiders| Sun Patio |8:00pm

Imagine that it’s 1981 and you’re cruising the Atlantic shores of the Hamptons with your friends. Bikinis are fluorescent, polo collars are popped, and boat shoes are rocked sockless. In the background, your booming sound system is playing the Soft Rock sounds of Michael McDonald, Olivia Newton-John, Hall & Oates, Christopher Cross and Air Supply. Straight from their headlining show in Las Vegas, The Docksidersl is made up of veteran musicians – led by three-time GRAMMY® nominee, Kevin Sucher. Their unique tribute act of Soft Rock favorites songs of the 70s and 80s – now defined as Yacht Rock – have been entertaining hundreds of thousands of people for years – and audiences are only getting bigger!

Wicked Peach| Wolf Den|10:30pm

Wicked Peach is this area’s ultimate Rock cover band and is a staple on the southeastern New England music scene. With Ernie Lewis on lead vocals/guitar, Dan Watson on lead guitar/vocals, Stan Smith on bass guitar and Jonathan Souza on drums, Wicked Peach continues to rock the house night after night! 

Saturday, September 21st

Meghan Trainor| Mohegan Sun Arena |6:30pm  

GRAMMY® Award-winning hitmaker Meghan Trainor has announced her sixth full-length album, Timeless, and her first tour in seven years. Meghan Trainor first made history in 2014 with her diamond-certified smash single “All About That Bass.” Since then, the award-winning singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist has garnered a GRAMMY® for “Best New Artist”, achieved eight multi-platinum singles and two multi-platinum albums, sold out three world tours, penned multi-platinum hits for peers across Pop and Country, and received countless industry awards and nominations. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

Kimberly Perry of The Band Perry| Sun Patio |8:00pm

As one-third of the GRAMMY® Award-winning superstar sibling trio The Band Perry, Kimberly Perry has racked up sales of over two and a half million albums, thirteen million singles, and over two billion combined streams. As a songwriter, her groundbreaking crossover No.1 single “If I Die Young” (with its current nine times platinum status and over 200 million video views) helped Kimberly burst on to the world stage. As an entertainer, she’s performed on TV’s biggest shows, from late night’s most influential (The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonJimmy Kimmel LiveThe Late Late Show With James CordenThe Late Show with David Letterman) to daytime’s most popular (EllenGood Morning AmericaThe Today Show). She has also performed and presented at multiple CMA, ACM, and CMT award shows and specials.

FUSION| Wolf Den |10:30pm

FUSION is a high energy six-piece Top 40 band from Southeastern Connecticut that has been packing dance floors and entertaining audiences for over 15 years. The bands repertoire ranges from the hits of the 1960’s to the most recognizable songs of today. Rock, Pop, Disco, 80’s, 90’s, Modern Country and Hip Hop; FUSION plays it all which ensures an entertaining experience for all ages. There’s something for everybody so come on out and party with FUSION!

For additional information about entertainment at Mohegan Sun Arena, the Sun Patio and the Wolf Den, 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

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Mohegan Sun’s 27th Annual Hot Summer Fun Returns on June 24th with Giveaways Totaling more than $1 Million!

Mohegan Sun’s 27th Annual Hot Summer Fun Returns on June 24th with Giveaways Totaling more than $1 Million!

UNCASVILLE, CT (June 3, 2024) – Mohegan Sun is celebrating 27 years of Hot Summer Fun and it’s only getting hotter! The festivities get started on Monday, June 24th, and guests can take advantage of daily Momentum member promotions, exciting special events and 256 live shows in 96 days across the resort. The action runs through August 30th, and includes outdoor tribute acts every Friday night at the new and improved Sun Patio, which now features a brand-new music stage, upgraded fire pits, cozy Adirondack chairs and grassy turf to enjoy lawn games during the festivities.

HOT SUMMER FUN DAILY GIVEAWAYS
Momentum members can participate in a new promotion every day of the week! Guests can sign up for Mohegan Sun’s free rewards program at any Player’s Club booth on property. When a friend of an existing Momentum member signs up for a new Momentum account any weekday during Hot Summer Fun, both guests will receive $10 in Free Slot Play! Guests must be 21+ to sign up for Momentum.

On More Money Mondays, Momentum members can win their share of $10,000 cash! Every Monday, one Momentum member will be randomly selected every hour between 10:00am – 7:00pm to win $1,000 cash. That’s 10 winners every Monday! To enter, Momentum members can play their favorite slots, table games or in the Poker Room. All Momentum members must be present to win.

During Catchin’ Rays Tuesdays, one Momentum member playing slots, table games, or in the Poker Room from 10:00am to 7:00pm will be randomly selected to dash in the Cash Cube for up to $10,000 in cash! Each winner will have 60 seconds to grab as much money as they can and place it into the cash box attached to the Cash Cube. Winners will keep whatever amount is inside the cash box after 60 seconds. Guests who grab and place the $2 bill in the cash box will DOUBLE their total prize!

All Momentum members will earn one electronic entry for every Status Point earned while playing slots, table games or in the Poker Room during Wild Winning Wednesdays. At the top of each hour from 10:00am – 6:00pm every Wednesday, one winner will be randomly selected to choose a voucher from the prize barrel to determine their prize, ranging from $500 to $5,000 in cash! Triumph status members are not eligible to participate in this promotion.

With Thrills & Chills Thursdays, Momentum members will earn Triple Status Points from 6:00am – Midnight while playing slots, table games, stadium gaming, in the Poker Room or wagering in the Race Book.

Momentum members can start their weekend off right with Fun in the Sun Fridays. Starting at 10:00am, the first 1,000 Momentum members to visit the Play+ Event Center (located next to Hash House A Go Go in Casino of the Earth) will receive a commemorative, free Hot Summer Fun t-shirt. Guests can collect a new shirt each week of Hot Summer Fun! All participants must present their Momentum card and a valid photo ID to participate. Limit one shirt per Momentum member, per Friday.

Let the winning continue with a special Hot Summer Fun session of Mohegan Sun’s $100,000 Jackpot Celebration! Beginning June 1st, Momentum members who win a jackpot of $1,200 or more while playing their favorite slot machines will receive one electronic entry form for a chance to be one of 50 winners to win their share of $100,000 in cash! Guests must activate their entries by visiting any promotional kiosk between 6:00am and 7:00pm on Saturday, September 7th. Winners will be drawn electronically on Saturday, September 7th at 7:15pm (there will be no live drawing). Guests can visit any Player’s Club booth at Mohegan Sun for official details of the $100,000 Hot Summer Fun Jackpot Celebration.

KIOSK PROMOTIONS
One lucky Momentum member will win a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport from Giard Ford, courtesy of Mohegan Sun’s Lasso A Bronco Giveaway! Guests can swipe their Momentum card once a day at any promotional kiosk from June 24th through August 30th for a chance to win Free Slot Play, Momentum Dollars or electronic entries into the grand prize drawing for a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport from Girard Ford! Those looking to double their total entries can swipe their Momentum card at any promotional kiosk on Friday, August 30th from 6:00am – 4:00pm. The grand prize drawing takes place on Friday, August 30th at 4:00pm. Momentum members can visit any Player’s Club booth for official details.

Momentum members can pick up a complimentary Hot Summer Fun Hat at the Play+ Event Center on Saturday, June 29th. The giveaway begins at 10:00am, and the Hot Summer Fun Hats are limited to the first 1,000 Momentum members. All guests must present their Momentum card as well as a valid photo ID. Limit is one hat per Momentum member.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

The summer entertainment lineup inside the award-winning Mohegan Sun Arena features can’t-miss performances by Brad Paisley, Sam Hunt, Kevin Hart, Andrew Schulz, Tate McRae, Shane Gillis, Childish Gambino, Meghan Trainor and many more. Additionally, the Connecticut Sun will be bringing the heat inside Mohegan Sun Arena throughout the summer as they take on some of the league’s best including New York Liberty, Las Vegas Aces and more. Located in the heart of Casino of the Earth, the legendary Wolf Den showcases free live shows including favorites like Queensrÿche, Red Light, Don’t Tell Lisa and much more. For full details on all live entertainment in Mohegan Sun Arena and the Wolf Den throughout Hot Summer Fun, visit mohegansun.com/entertainment.

Take in the evening summer vibes with the return of Party on the Sun Patio! This popular live outdoor entertainment series is back and takes place every Friday from June 28th – September 27th from 7:00pm – 11:00pm. This 14-week outdoor concert series features the fully renovated Sun Patio, and guests can get refreshing beverage specials at the Sun Patio Bar while dancing to the beats of their favorite tribute bands! Plus, grab some food at various food truck offerings each week. Be a part of this exciting summer get-together under the stars! To make the night even more special, reserve a VIP fire pit and enjoy a complimentary round of drinks for six to eight guests! For a full list of tribute bands, visit mohegansun.com/potsp. Guests must be 21+ to attend Party on the Sun Patio.

ADDITIONAL HOT SUMMER FUN

The Hot Summer Fun festivities don’t stop there; the 5th Annual Sun Tequila Tasting returns and takes place on the Sun Patio for the first time! On Saturday, July 27th, guests can indulge in the unique flavors and complexities of tequila, treat their taste buds to delicious Mexican food provided by Los Mariachis On Wheels, groove to the high-energy beats of DJ D-Ave and dance to Fiesta del Norte’s incredible mariachi band. Tickets to Sun Tequila Tasting are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. A portion of ticket proceeds will go to support the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut Young Leaders.

To stay updated on all things Hot Summer Fun, visit mohegansun.com/hotsummerfun.

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.

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Summer Entertainment Ramps Up at Mohegan Sun

Summer Entertainment Ramps Up at Mohegan Sun

Guests can enjoy 256 events in 96 days at Mohegan Sun Arena, the Wolf Den, the newly renovated Sun Patio and Comix Roadhouse

UNCASVILLE, CT (May 23, 2024) – The summer gets off to a sizzling start at Mohegan Sun  with 256 live events in a 96-day stretch kicking off on Friday, June 28th. The summer entertainment lineup across the resort includes chart-topping headliners in the 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena, incredible tribute bands at the upgraded outdoor venue, Sun Patio, hilarious comedians in Comix Roadhouse and so much more.

Mohegan Sun Arena’s award-winning stage will feature plenty of world class entertainers this summer including,  Brad Paisley, June 29th|THE 80’s ROCK TOUR – FOREIGNER Original Lead Singer/Founding Member LOU GRAMM, JOURNEY, former Lead Vocalist STEVE AUGERI and ASIA Featuring JOHN PAYNE, July 5th|International Sumo League World Championship, July 6th|Daryl Hall + Elvis Costello., July 12th| Counting Crows, July 13th| Sam Hunt, July 18th| Kevin Hart, July 19th| Phish, July 23rd & 24th| Andrew Shulz, July 27th| Greta Van Fleet, August 2nd| Lamb of God & Mastodon, August 3rd| Cheap Trick, August 4th| Dierks Bentley, August 10th| Tate McRae, August 11th|Lindsey Stirling, August 15th| Shane Gillis, August  16th-18th |Childish Gambino, August 24th| Koe Wetzel, August 29th |Mötley Crüe, August 31st| Australian Pink Floyd Show, September 12th|Jon Stewart, September 13th| Jeff Dunham, September 14th | Squeeze & Boy George, September 15th| Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band, September 20th| Meghan Trainor, September 21st| The Beach Boys, September 27th| Carin León, September 28th.

 To purchase tickets, visit the Mohegan Sun Box Office or Ticketmaster. Show times and performers are subject to change.

The WNBA’s Connecticut Sun will also be in action throughout the summer as they take on the league’s best inside Mohegan Sun Arena during their home games which includes Indiana Fever, June 10th | Atlanta Dream, June 28th & July 7th| New York Liberty, July 10th| Phoenix Mercury, July 14th |Chicago Sky, August 23rd, |Seattle Storm, September 1st & September 3rd| Las Vegas Aces, September 6th| Minnesota Lynx, September 17th |Chicago Sky, September 19th.  For tickets and more information, visit sun.wnba.com.

The Wolf Den, located in the center of Casino of the Earth, offers the best free entertainment in the region. Guests have the unique opportunity to experience acts in an intimate setting including Nick Bosse, June 27th| Mike DelGuidice, June 29th|Wild Nights, June 29th| The ToneShifters, June 30th| Red Light, July 4th| Vixen, July 6th| Blurred Vision, July 7th| The Lost Marbles, July 11th| The Fabulous Thunderbirds, July 13th| Alex Shilo, July 14th| Don’t Tell Lisa, July 18th|| Britany Spencer, July 20th|Dr. K’s Motown Revue tone County, July 21st| Stone County, July 25th| Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone, July 27th|Brandt Taylor, July 28th| Souls on Fire, August  1st|Home Free, August 3rd| The 60’s Explosion Show, August 4th|American Honey, August 8th| Branded, August 10th|JD Leonard, August 11th|Tyler Morris, August 15th|Five For Fighting, August 17th| Dookie, A Tribute to Green Day, August 18th| F & Blues Band, August 22nd| Wicked Peach, August 24th|The Main Street Cruisers, August 25th| Last Licks, August 29th| Queensrÿche, August 31st| Josh Ross, September 1st| Autograph: Beyond, September 6th| The Rascals, September 7th|Stryper, September 13th| John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band, September 14th| Juice Box, September 27th| Face 2 Face: A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel, September 28th.

Guests can take in the evening summer vibes with the return of Party on the Sun Patio, located at the newly upgraded Sun Patio. Over the course of 14 weeks, guests can get mouthwatering beverage specials while dancing to the beats of fan favorite tribute bands.  Every Friday night, doors open at 6:30pm before bands get the party started at 8:00pm. The best food trucks in the region including Munchies, Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ, NoRA Cupcake Company, and Supreme Hot Dogs will be on site delivering mouthwatering favorites. VIP fire pit reservations will be accepted starting Saturday, June 1st. Each fire pit includes a complimentary round of drinks, cocktail service, and an Adirondak chair for each guest.  Guests can visit the Mohegan Sun website for booking information. Party on the Sun Patio tribute bands include: Vegas McGraw, June 28th|Fleetwood Macked – The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac July 5th|Raise Your Hands, 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.

All guests must be 21 or older and have a valid ID. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. However, guests can feel free to bring their own chairs! Guests are not permitted to bring coolers or outside food/beverages. Bands and food trucks subject to change. There will not be rain dates or make up dates. In the event of inclement weather, cancellations (only) will be announced by 2:00pm on the day of the event and bands will perform in the Wolf Den or The Cabaret Theatre.

Swing by Comix Roadhouse this summer for laugh out loud entertainment, country music, line dancing, a rockin’ mechanical bull, and mouthwatering food and drinks. Comix Roadhouse instantly becomes a hot spot for live entertainment when acts such as Change Up, Lacey Cheryl 5, and Whiskey & Rye take the stage throughout the summer. The Comedy Club inside Comix Roadhouse will host headliners including Greg Stone, May 23rd-25th|John Valby, May 26th|Red Grant, June 6th-8th|Julian McCullough, June 20th-23rd|Kurt Metzger, August 1st-3rd. To stay up to date on the entertainment lineup at Comix Roadhouse, visit comixroadhouse.com.

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.

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The Cartells To Become newest Mohegan Sun Wolf Den  Hall of Fame Honorees

The Cartells To Become newest Mohegan Sun Wolf Den Hall of Fame Honorees

Two live free shows Friday, May 31st

UNCASVILLE, CT (May 16 , 2024) – Mohegan Sun will be enshrining The Cartells as the latest group/individual inductee in the  Wolf Den Hall of Fame prior to their upcoming double set of exciting, free, live shows at 8:00pm and 10:30pm on Friday, May 31st. Mohegan’s President of Sports & Entertainment, Tom Cantone, and representation from the Mohegan Tribe will take the stage early into the first show to present The Cartells with their latest accolade as Wolf Den Hall of Fame members. The band is the 15th member of Wolf Den Hall of Fame joining other notable acts such as Chubby Checker, Little Anthony & The Imperials, and Eddie Money. Since their debut in 2011, the veteran performers have appeared on the Wolf Den stage 42 times.

The Wolf Den Hall of Fame at Mohegan Sun is a select club that honors a certain class of performers whose exceptional talents and commitment have helped make Mohegan Sun a world-class entertainment destination. As some of our most celebrated performers, these artists have shown loyalty to fans at Mohegan Sun and have helped shape the Wolf Den into the successful venue it is today.

Guests must be 21 years of age to enter the Wolf Den. Guests may line up no sooner than three hours before the show. Come early as limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

ABOUT THE CARTELLS:
The Cartells, a Mystic Connecticut based legacy rock band, have brought their versatile repertoire, including rock and roll, jazz, swing, R&B, and Motown to the concert stage, clubs and high-end events on the East Coast since their formation in April of 1986.

The founders of the band, Bill Holloman, Karin Barth Tyska, Joe Grieco and, Gary Stevens started as a four-piece vocals forward style group. Along the way, the quartet were joined by a compliment of highly accomplished musicians Tom Majesky, guitarist, Jay Wiggin, bass guitarist, on drums, Wayne June, Peter Lepak, and currently John Corvo as well as Michael Manglicmot on percussion.  Over the years other horn players have included Jimmy Biggins, Dan Cipriano, Klyph Johnson, Rick Cunningham, and Curt Ramm.

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.

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