Aug 31, 2023 | Breakers, Breaking News, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Party on the Patio, Special Events
Classic Skynyrd Live, a tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd, to perform free show on Thursday, September 21st
WILKES-BARRE, PA (August 31, 2023) – Due to popular demand, NEPA’s favorite outdoor concert series, Party on the Patio, has been extended for an additional week! Classic Skynyrd Live is set to bring the best of Lynyrd Skynyrd to the outdoor concert venue at Mohegan Pennsylvania on Thursday, September 21st. Delicious bites will be provided by Ray’s Porketta. Doors open at 6:30pm and the show starts at 7:30pm. There is no cover for this special added Party on the Patio event.
Lynyrd Skynyrd was the band that defined Southern Rock in the 1970’s and built a fan base that continues to grow today. Classic Skynyrd Live, performed by Southern Steel, pays tribute to this iconic band and the music that continues to be loved by generation after generation of fans. This show delivers an unrivaled level of energy, generating standing ovations and calls for encores time after time. Classic Skynyrd Live performs all the fan favorites, including “Free Bird”, “Simple Man”, “That Smell”, “Sweet Home Alabama”, “Gimme Three Steps”, “Call Me the Breeze”, “I Know a Little” and so many more.
Guests who are looking for an afterparty can join Chasing Ashlee at The Hive Taphouse for the best in Rock from the 70s to now, or wind down by a hand-built fire pit at Embers Terrace. The official host of Party on the Patio, DJ Tommy from The River 105 & 103.5, will also be spinning Top 40 hits at the After the Patio Party at Breakers. For more information about entertainment at Mohegan Pennsylvania, visit moheganpa.com.
All guests must be 21+ to attend Party on the Patio. Additionally, most areas of Mohegan Pennsylvania are restricted to guests 21 years of age and older, including the hotel, gaming areas, and several restaurants. Valid, unexpired photo identification is required (driver’s license, passport, military ID). Expired identification will not be accepted. Wristbands issued for Party on the Patio are not valid for the gaming floor. All persons, bags and personal items are subject to inspection. No portable chairs are permitted.
ABOUT MOHEGAN PENNSYLVANIA
Mohegan Pennsylvania, owned by Mohegan, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 67,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,700 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Pennsylvania is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting MoheganPA.com Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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Aug 10, 2023 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
The return of the popular beer festival is set for Friday, September 15th & Saturday, September 16th; Germany’s own, Romy, returns for her 7th Consecutive Performance at Oktoberfest
WHAT: Mohegan Pennsylvania (MPA) will be taking over the harness track & track infield known as MPA’s Outdoor Event Venue to celebrate the return of NEPA’s largest and most popular outdoor beerfest: Oktoberfest 2023! The two-day festival kicks off on Friday, September 15th, running into Saturday, September 16th. Guests can enjoy 50+ domestic and imported beer options, delicious food, live music, cornhole tournaments, wiener dog racing and much more! Tickets are $5.00 per day at the door.
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, September 15th from 5:00pm – 11:00pm
Saturday, September 16th from 11:00am – 11:00pm
Mohegan Pennsylvania Outdoor Event Venue
IN DETAIL: The region’s largest Oktoberfest is back where it all started. The festivities will kick off with a ceremonial keg tapping from each of our participating distributors for Oktoberfest at 5:00pm on Friday, September 15th. Over the course of this two-day event, guests will enjoy award-winning traditional entertainers, local bands, authentic German American cuisine, wiener dog racing, NEPA cornhole tournaments, strong arm contests and more than 50 beer selections including highlights like Shangy’s – The Beer Authority, Northeast Eagle, Wallenpaupack Brewing Co and L.T. Verrastro. Guests will also have the option to enjoy wine, spirits and various seltzers.
NEPA Cornhole will be conducting walkup tournaments throughout the festival which will take place on the racetrack infield.
Live entertainment at Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Oktoberfest will include fan-favorites, Bavarski Band, Schützengiggles Oompah Band, Joe Stanky and the Cadets, Alpine Horns Ensemble, HSV Bavaria, Ken Norton, Jay Luke and the return of talented singer and Germany’s own, Romy. The main stage will feature an area of over 1,000 seats for guests to enjoy this incredible lineup of entertainment.
Oktoberfest will also feature local vendors offering authentic German American cuisine, traditional style fair options, pizza, pierogies and more; some of these vendors include The Alpine Wurst & Meat House, Luppo Russo Wood Fired Pizza, Yogi’s Pierogies, Lou’s Concessions, Cibo’s Pizza, Kernel Moonies Gourmet Popcorn, Best Cigar Pub and more.
Additionally, Wiener dog races are back by popular demand! Attendees can register their furry friends in several heats of races throughout the festival. Attendees who register their wiener dogs for the race will receive free admission to Oktoberfest. There will be a Dachshund parade before each race and trophies will be awarded to the winning wiener dog! To register, click HERE.
Okto-Bucks are the official currency of Oktoberfest 2023 at Mohegan Pennsylvania. Guests may purchase Okto-Bucks at the event ($1 = 1 Okto-Buck).
Direct parking for the event is available on the racetrack with shuttle service to and from the festival grounds. Casino guests can access the event grounds through the racing lobby entrance.
For more information about Oktoberfest, visit MoheganPA.com/Oktoberfest.
*Media are welcome to attend Oktoberfest. Those interested in coverage opportunities can reach out to PR Manager Charisse Huff at [email protected].
Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend Oktoberfest 2023. Valid ID and ticket are required upon entry.
ABOUT ROMY: Headlining the Oktoberfest 2023 live entertainment will be Germany’s own, Romy – An accomplished singer with four solo albums, author and host of her own German based TV show, Romy’s performances will have attendees swaying in their seats and laughing at her playful banter.
ABOUT Schützengiggles OOMPAH BAND: Schützengiggles Oompah Band is a traditional German/Bavarian Brass band based out of Scranton, PA!
ABOUT JOE STANKY and the CADETS: This group has a large local following and have been performing for 30+ years appearing at venues from Texas to Massachusetts. They’re known for versatility and providing audiences with a variety of musical styles including Polkas, Country, Rock n’ Roll and specialty tunes.
ABOUT ALPINE HORNS ENSEMBLE: As the name suggests, Alpine Horns Ensemble brings the energy through incredible horn performances including the German Alpenhorn or 12’ horn. Played by Alpine herdsmen and villagers by way of the New Jersey Workshop for the Arts, this is a must see event at MPA’s Oktoberfest.
ABOUT BAVARSKI BAND: A new level of Polka fusing German, Slovenian and Polish American music with Jazz, Rock and world music influences.
ABOUT HSV BAVARIA: Authentic German Austrian Dance Group from Meriden, CT.
ABOUT MOHEGAN PENNSYLVANIA: Mohegan Pennsylvania, owned by Mohegan, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a newly renovated 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 67,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,700 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Pennsylvania is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting MoheganPA.com Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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Jul 11, 2023 | Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Hot Summer Fun, Party on the Patio, Special Events
WILKES-BARRE, PA (July 11, 2023) – Allied Services, a leading provider of healthcare and human services for northeastern Pennsylvanians with disabilities and chronic illnesses, is hosting their Annual Campaign Kick-Off Celebration on Thursday, August 10th during Party on the Patio at Mohegan Pennsylvania. At this special edition of Party on the Patio, guests will be able to stop by the Team Allied Services tent to donate, purchase an official team exercise t-shirt and learn more about Allied Services. Guests can also feast on delicious bites by Eat Up Now while dancing the night away to the best of the 80’s, courtesy of tribute band RUBIX KUBE. There is no cover to attend this celebration, and all guests must be 21+.
“Mohegan Pennsylvania has been a proud sponsor and fundraising participant for Team Allied Services for the past 14 years,” said David Parfrey, Vice President of Marketing at Mohegan Pennsylvania. “Like Allied Services, we are passionate about supporting our community as they overcome challenges and reach their greatest potential. This Party on the Patio on August 10th will certainly be a special one, and Mohegan Pennsylvania is really looking forward to a fun and memorable night kicking off the annual Team Allied Services campaign.”
Team members from Mohegan Pennsylvania will be joining Team Allied Services for their 5K and All-Abilities Walk on Saturday, August 12th. This inspiring event starts with a run/walk 5K, followed by an all-abilities opportunity where patients strive to meet their own rehab goals, whether it be just a few steps or a lap around the track. On Sunday, November 5th, Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Director of Events, Jennifer Ducharme, will also be joining Team Allied Services for the TCS New York City Marathon – a 26.2-mile journey starting in Staten Island, working its way through all five boroughs in New York City and finishing in Central Park. Team Allied Services is currently accepting online donations for the 2023 fundraising campaign.
For more information about the Team Allied Services Campaign Kick-Off celebration, visit moheganpa.com.
ABOUT MOHEGAN PENNSYLVANIA
Mohegan Pennsylvania, owned by Mohegan, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 67,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,700 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Pennsylvania is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting MoheganPA.com Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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Jun 21, 2023 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, giveaway, Hot Summer Fun
Get ready for a summer full of sizzling entertainment, exciting promotions and much more
Mohegan Pennsylvania is ready to turn up the heat for a
thrilling Hot Summer Fun season! From July 1st through September 1st, Momentum members can enjoy giveaways with chances to win more than $2 million in cash prizes, Free Slot Play, brand-new summer toys and more. Hot Summer Fun begins with a summer kick-off event featuring Ostrich and Camel races and live harness racing. Don’t miss weekly tribute bands at the popular outdoor concert series Party on the Patio, and the FUNTASTIC 2023 Tour featuring Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo.
Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Summer Kickoff marks the start of the season with camel and ostrich races on July 1st. Live harness racing serves as the star of the show, where Mohegan PA’s horse racing action gets a unique twist. Between races, ostriches and camels with drivers will make a mad dash to the finish line! This family-friendly event starts at 12:30pm with the FBS Initiative presenting the colors during the National Anthem. Guests can also enjoy face painting, balloon art, Jitty Joe’s Ice Cream Truck and more! Local charity Marley’s Mission and veteran service organizations Amvets and PA Wounded Warriors will be on hand to provide support to guests of all ages.
Also kicking off on July 1st is Mohegan Pennsylvania’s “Toys Of Summer Giveaway.” Momentum members can earn entries all month long to win their choice of a Polaris Slingshot, Kawasaki Teryx, or an Aprilia RSV4 from North American Warhorse. The drawing will take place on July 29th with over 100 winners, but only one lucky Momentum member will drive away with their new summer toy!
In August, Momentum members can earn entries for the “$75,000 Aloha August Giveaway.” Drawings will take place as Hot Summer Fun wraps up on September 1st. One lucky winner will receive $25,000 Cash!
HOT SUMMER FUN DAYS OF THE WEEK
Momentum members can win big or score some sweet deals every day of the week during Hot Summer Fun!
Every Sunday starting July 2nd through August 20th, Momentum members who earn at least three Status Points will be able to participate in a slot tournament. On Sunday, August 27th Mohegan Pennsylvania will host the “Move-In Day Giveaway” where the first 1,000 Momentum members to earn one Status Point will receive their choice of back-to-school essentials.
Mondays bring the element of surprise to Hot Summer Fun. Each Monday there will be a different promotion, including a Toys of Summer entry multiplier, a Status Point Multiplier, Free Slot Play giveaways and more. All Momentum members who play their favorite slot machine or table game are eligible!
The first 500 Momentum members to earn one Status Point on Tuesdays will receive a commemorative Hot Summer Fun 2023 t-shirt. A new design is featured each of the nine weeks – visit each week to collect all nine! T-shirt recipients will receive $20 Free Slot Play when they return to Mohegan Pennsylvania on the following Thursday. On Tuesday, July 4th there will be a special “Independence Day Play to Earn Mystery” promotion where Momentum members can play a mystery game at any Promotional Kiosk to win up to $1,000 Free Slot Play.
Join Mohegan Pennsylvania on Wednesdays to enjoy the “Play & Eat” promotion where Momentum members who earn four Status Points are eligible to print a dining credit voucher at any Promotional Kiosk.
Thursdays are thunderstruck in July and August. Momentum members can play their favorite slot machine or table game for a chance to win an Indian motorcycle from North American Warhorse. The Grand Prize winner will be announced just before the music starts during Party on the Patio on August 31st.
On July 7th, 14th and 21st, Momentum members who earn five Status Points are eligible to participate in the “$1 Million Press For Cash” promotion on the Mega Wall to win up to $1 Million in cash.
Every Saturday in August, Momentum members who earn five Status Points are eligible to participate in the “$1 Million Fishin’ for a Fortune” promotion on the Mega Wall to reel in up to $1 Million in cash.
HOT SUMMER FUN ENTERTAINMENT
The action gets amped up with Pennsylvania’s biggest and best free concert series, Party on the Patio, taking place outdoors every Thursday night through September 14th. Dance the night away with the nation’s best tribute bands, and enjoy drink specials and local food trucks. Highlighted performances include Tusk, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac, Rubix Kube, a tribute to the 80s, and Who’s Bad, a tribute to Michael Jackson. Don’t let the party stop there! Join DJ Tommy at Breakers each Thursday night following Party on the Patio. Guests can visit moheganpa.com/potp to view the full concert line-up.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo are set to turn up the heat with the FUNTASTIC 2023 Tour at Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Outdoor Concert Venue on Friday, July 28th. Doors open at 6:30pm and the show kicks off at 8:00pm, rain or shine. Tickets are $55.00 and on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Pennsylvania Box Office, located at the Hotel Front Desk. There are a limited number of VIP packages available for purchase. Entry is general admission, and seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is 21+ and valid identification is required upon entry.
Guests can take advantage of all Hot Summer Fun has to offer by signing up for Momentum, Mohegan’s rewards program. Momentum is a free, 21+ program, and allows guests to quickly elevate their Status, which comes with added rewards. Visit the Casino Cashier on property or moheganpa.com/momentum for more information.
ABOUT MOHEGAN PENNSYLVANIA
Mohegan Pennsylvania, owned by Mohegan, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a newly renovated 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 67,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,700 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Pennsylvania is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting MoheganPA.com Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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Jun 15, 2023 | Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Hot Summer Fun, Racing, Special Events
Live harness racing gets a boost with ostrich & camel racing, plus so much more!
WHAT: Mohegan Pennsylvania is celebrating the start of their annual Hot Summer Fun with a Kickoff Party. This family-friendly event is full of activities while spotlighting local charities and a salute to veterans.
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, July 1st
12:30pm – 6:00pm
Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania
IN DETAIL: Hot Summer Fun is upon us at Mohegan Pennsylvania, and the Summer Kickoff Party is one guests won’t want to miss. Guests of all ages can gather at the Racetrack for a day of activities including face painting, balloon art, and more. Those looking for a quick bite can enjoy freshly grilled hot dogs and hamburgers and grab a sweet treat from Jitty Joe’s Homemade Ice Cream truck. An array of beverages will be available for purchase, along with a complimentary, limited-edition, color changing cup.
To get things started, the FBS Initiative, an organization dedicated to helping homeless veterans off the street and on their feet, will do a special presentation of the colors during the National Anthem at 12:30pm. Veteran organizations Amvets and the PA Wounded Warriors will also be on hand to provide support to past and present military members, along with their families. Additional charities at the Summer Kickoff include Marley’s Mission, a local non-profit organization that provides free, equine-based therapy to help children develop solutions in their own lives and break barriers in their own healing.
At 1:00pm, guests can enjoy some high energy live harness racing on the Racetrack with a unique twist during the two intermissions. Between races, ostriches and camels with drivers will take over the Racetrack for an exhilarating dash to the finish line!
For more information about the Summer Kickoff Party, visit MoheganPA.com.
*Media are welcome to attend the Summer Kickoff Party. Those interested in coverage opportunities can reach out to PR Manager Charisse Huff at [email protected].
ABOUT MOHEGAN PENNSYLVANIA
Mohegan Pennsylvania, owned by Mohegan, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 67,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,700 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Pennsylvania is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting MoheganPA.com Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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Apr 25, 2023 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, Racing, Sports
On Saturday, May 6th, Kentucky Derby enthusiasts can enjoy live music, food trucks, mint juleps, a Hat Revue contest and plenty more!
WILKES-BARRE, PA (April 25, 2023)– The Kentucky Derby Celebration is back at Mohegan Pennsylvania! This much anticipated annual party gets started at 2:00pm on Saturday, May 6th when outdoor beverage windows and food trucks open. Registration for the Hat Revue starts at 4:00pm, and guests will compete for up to $500 in Mohegan Pennsylvania gift cards. The Kentucky Derby celebration at Mohegan Pennsylvania is free for all fans age 21+ to enjoy.
Outdoor beverage windows at the Kentucky Derby Celebration will offer mint juleps, Coors Light, Blue Moon, and a variety of seltzers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages. Two of Pennsylvania’s best food trucks, Ray’s Porketta and Jitty Joe’s Homemade Ice Cream, will be stationed outside for the celebration. There will be live music by The JOB and Light up the Moon starting at 2:00pm. Guests can also participate in the NEPA Cornhole Tournaments throughout the afternoon on the track infield.
It’s contest time! Guests can bring their greatest Churchill Downs inspired hats for a chance to win great prizes. Registration for the Hat Revue will be from 4:00pm – 6:00pm, and there are three different prizes that guests can win. The top prize includes a $500 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card that will be awarded to the Best Dressed Couple. The other two categories are Most Classic and Most Creative, each awarding a $250 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card. Mohegan Pennsylvania gift cards can be redeemed towards an overnight stay, tantalizing dining choices and incredible shopping selections across the property.
At approximately 6:57pm, the Kentucky Derby will begin, televised on the outdoor jumbo screen and indoor racing TV’s. Mohegan Pennsylvania will also be accepting advance wagers for the Kentucky Derby on Friday, May 5th. There will be no live harness racing meets scheduled for May 6th but simulcast wagering will be available for all tracks with live meets including Churchill Downs throughout the day. All guests must be 18 years or older to place wagers at the indoor simulcast location.
For more details on this event, visit: Kentucky Derby Celebration at Mohegan Pennsylvania
ABOUT MOHEGAN PENNSYLVANIA
Mohegan Pennsylvania, owned by Mohegan, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a 237-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 67,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,700 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Pennsylvania is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting MoheganPA.com Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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