Apr 16, 2025 | Entertainment, Special Events
Events to be held at Breakers, Embers Terrace, and The Hive Taphouse on select nights in May and June
WILKES-BARRE, PA (April 16, 2025) – Mohegan Pennsylvania is about to turn entertainment up a notch with special Red Dirt Road Line Dancing and Open Mic Nights in May and June. Breakers and Embers Terrace will be hosting the line dancing while The Hive Taphouse will feature open mic nights. These events are free and open to the public though guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
Guests are invited to giddy up with Red Dirt Road Line Dancing at Mohegan Pennsylvania, even if it’s their first rodeo! This Country music experience starts with a one-hour lesson led by instructors with more than 10 years of line dancing experience, followed by another hour of open dance. Embers Terrace is set to host Red Dirt Road Line Dancing from 5:00pm – 7:00pm on Thursday, May 15th, 4:00pm – 6:00pm on Saturday, May 17th, 2:00pm – 4:00pm on Sunday, May 18th, and 5:00pm – 7:00pm on Thursday, June 5th. Breakers will get in on the line dancing action on Saturdays, June 7th and 14th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm.
Open Mic Night at The Hive Taphouse is going to be the new highlight of guests’ Fridays! Those in attendance can showcase their skills in comedy, music, poetry, or anything in between. Sign-ups for 15-minute time slots will begin at 8:00pm, and performances will run from 8:30pm to Midnight. Open Mic Nights at The Hive Taphouse will take place every Friday night in May. From amateurs to more seasoned entertainers, all are welcome to attend!
For additional information on Red Dirt Road Line Dancing and Open Mic Nights, visit the Mohegan Pennsylvania website.
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, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a newly renovated 238-room hotel with an on-site spa, adjacent to a 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It features nearly 75,000 square feet of gaming space, including close to 60 live table games, over 1,500 slot machines and electronic table games, a sportsbook, a variety of dining 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 and view us on YouTube. Gambling problem? Call 1.800.GAMBLER.
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Apr 7, 2025 | Entertainment, General News, Wise Crackers
Winner receives a cash prize and emcee bookings at comedy venues across Northeast Pennsylvania
WILKES-BARRE, PA (April 7, 2024) – Calling all comedians! Wise Crackers Comedy Club at Mohegan Pennsylvania is excited to host the first ever NEPA’s Funniest Competition. This competition is open to the public, and those who think they’ve got what it takes can take center stage and battle for the chance to be the first to claim the title of “NEPA’s Funniest”. The comedian who is crowned “NEPA’s Funniest” will receive a $500 cash prize and be booked to emcee at Wise Crackers Comedy Club inside Mohegan Pennsylvania, Emmaus Theatre in Emmaus, PA and Soul Joel’s in Pottstown, PA. Comedians who come in second and third place will also receive cash prizes.
The first round of the competition takes place every Sunday from June 1st through July 20th (excluding July 6th) and each comedian will get one, five-minute set. Those who advance to the second round will get ten minutes to compete in a Sunday slot from July 27th – August 17th. Semi-finalists will have 12 minutes to crack up the crowd on Sunday, July 24th, and the finalists will go head-to-head for the top spot with 15-minute sets on Sunday, September 7th.
Those looking to support the comedians can purchase seats in the audience for $10. The audience will also have the chance to vote in every round except for the finals, where a panel of judges will select the winner.
Entries can be submitted via the Wise Cracker’s website until Sunday, May 25th. All entries include a $25 fee. For more information, visit moheganpa.com/wisecrackers.
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, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a newly renovated 238-room hotel with an on-site spa, adjacent to a 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It features nearly 75,000 square feet of gaming space, including close to 60 live table games, over 1,500 slot machines and electronic table games, a sportsbook, a variety of dining 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 and view us on YouTube. Gambling problem? Call 1.800.GAMBLER.
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Feb 26, 2025 | Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Keystone Grand Ballroom
Performance is open to guests of all ages
WILKES-BARRE, PA (February 26, 2025) – Mohegan Pennsylvania is proud to host the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic as they present Simply the Best: A Tribute to Tina Turner on Saturday, June 7th. Under the baton of Maestra Mélisse Brunet and Scott Coulter’s Spot On Entertainment, this iconic performance honoring one of music’s most legendary superstars starts at 7:30pm in the Keystone Grand Ballroom.
“We’re delighted to welcome NEPA Philharmonic back to Mohegan Pennsylvania for the first time since 2016,” said Tony Carlucci, President & General Manager at Mohegan Pennsylvania. “This partnership is a great match. Their mission statement for this concert season references building bridges, which we can relate to because we’re also dedicated to building bridges with our local community. Our guests are in for a treat as this trio of incredible talent will perform some of the greatest hits in music history.”
Tickets to Simply the Best: A Tribute to Tina Turner are on sale now via the NEPA Philharmonic website or the Philharmonic Ticket Hotline at 570.270.4444. Will Call, located at the entrance of the Convention Center, opens at 6:00pm and the pre-function space (including a cash bar) opens at 6:30pm. Doors to the Keystone Grand Ballroom open at 7:00pm.
Performed by a trio of singers, including two-time Grammy Award-winning vocalist Tamika Lawrence and Broadway’s Shaleah Adkisson, Simply the Best celebrates the stories and songs that made Tina Turner one of the greatest performers the world has ever known. Guests will get the chance to rock out to classics like “Proud Mary”, “River Deep – Mountain High”, “Private Dancer”, “Better Be Good to Me” and more, including the number one hit, “What’s Love Got to Do With It”.
The Philharmonic Pops series is sponsored by the PNC Foundation in collaboration with Dr. Seth W. And Carolyn Fisher. Additional sponsors include Munley Law and Pat Atkins & Family.
This is an all-ages show, however, most areas of Mohegan Pennsylvania are 21+ including the hotel, casino floor and most restaurants. All guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult, enter via the hotel and convention center entrance and proceed directly to the Keystone Grand Ballroom.
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, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a newly renovated 238-room hotel with an on-site spa, adjacent to a 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It features nearly 75,000 square feet of gaming space, including close to 60 live table games, over 1,500 slot machines and electronic table games, a sportsbook, a variety of dining 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 and view us on YouTube. Gambling problem? Call 1.800.GAMBLER.
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Feb 25, 2025 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Keystone Grand Ballroom, Special Events, Uncategorized
Eclectic festival featuring live entertainment and cultural experiences takes over the Keystone Grand Ballroom
on Saturday, April 5th
WILKES-BARRE, PA (February 25, 2025) – It’s Polka Time! After resounding success over the past two years, the 2025 Pennsylvania Polkafest, sponsored by Mrs. T’s Pierogies and The Times Leader, makes its debut in the Keystone Grand Ballroom on Saturday, April 5th. This event promises to be an evening of vibrant music, energetic dancing, unforgettable performances and generational memories. Doors open at 3:30pm and the party starts at 4:00pm. Pennsylvania Polkafest is open to guests of all ages!
Tickets to Pennsylvania Polkafest are on sale now at ticketsalesnow.com. General admission tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door the day of the event. Reserved table seating is also available at $30 per person for groups of up to 10 guests. Guests looking for assistance with online tickets can call 570.550.6410.
Produced by the entertainment powerhouse trio of Thom Greco’s Rittenhouse Entertainment, Joe Nardone’s Magnus Concerts, and Jim Della Croce’s Pathfinder, Pennsylvania Polkafest features a talented lineup, headlined by the legendary 18-time Grammy Award-winner and Polka King, Jimmy Sturr and His Orchestra. Known for their electrifying performances and timeless melodies, Jimmy Sturr and His Orchestra are sure to bring the house down with a mix of classic hits and exciting arrangements! The band will be joined by Grammy-nominated group, the Polka Family Band. Originally from Southern California and now based in Mt. Carmel, PA, the beloved Polka Family Band delivers energy, charm and crowd-pleasing tunes every time they take the stage.
In addition to lively entertainment, guests can indulge in a delectable spread of food and drinks, including delicious traditional favorites like pierogies. Pennsylvania Polkafest will be recorded live by Service Electric Cable TV for later broadcast, ensuring audiences can enjoy the excitement far and wide.
Pennsylvania Polkafest is an all-ages event, however, most areas of Mohegan Pennsylvania are 21+ including the hotel, casino floor and most restaurants. All guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult, enter via the hotel and convention center entrance and proceed directly to the Keystone Grand Ballroom.
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, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a newly renovated 238-room hotel with an on-site spa, adjacent to a 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It features nearly 75,000 square feet of gaming space, including close to 60 live table games, over 1,500 slot machines and electronic table games, a sportsbook, a variety of dining 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 and view us on YouTube. Gambling problem? Call 1.800.GAMBLER.
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Feb 13, 2025 | Entertainment, Keystone Grand Ballroom
Tickets on sale Friday, February 14th
WILKES-BARRE, PA (February 13, 2025) – Former New York City cab driver turned TV host, radio host, and New York Times best-selling author Jimmy Failla and political commentator Lisa Kennedy Montgomery (Kennedy) are set to bring A Night of Laughs and Liberty to the Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Pennsylvania on Saturday, April 19th. Doors for this comedic masterpiece open at 7:00pm and the laughs begin at 8:00pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 14th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com and a Meet & Greet upgrade will be available upon checkout. Tickets can also be purchased with Momentum Dollars and all other forms of payment at the Mohegan Pennsylvania Box Office located at the Hotel Front Desk, subject to availability. Guests must be 21+ to attend this show.
Jimmy Failla hosts Fox News Saturday Night and appears regularly on all the biggest Fox News shows including Gutfeld, Watters World, Hannity, and The Ingraham Angle. His nationally syndicated talk show, Fox Across America with Jimmy Failla, can be heard daily on 160 radio stations. Additionally, Failla is the author of the New York Times best seller, Cancel Culture Dictionary.
Kennedy joined Fox Business Network (FBN) as a contributor in 2012 and most recently hosted the primetime program Kennedy. She also appears frequently as a panelist on Fox News Channel’s Outnumbered and The Five as well as a variety of daytime and primetime programing. She also hosts a podcast on Fox News Audio entitled Kennedy Saves the World. Prior to joining FBN, Kennedy hosted a nightly political talk show on KFI-AM 640 in Los Angeles and served as the host of Fox Reality Channel’s Reality Remix, a daily news and reality talk show. Additionally, she was a correspondent for MTV News covering events such as the Grammys and Video Music Awards. While at MTV she hosted a series of specials entitled How-To With Kennedy. She got her start in television as an MTV VJ in 1992. Kennedy is also the author of two books, The Kennedy Chronicles: The Golden Age of MTV Through Rose-Colored Glasses and Hey Ladies! Tales and Tips for Curious Girls.
For more information on A Night of Laughs and Liberty, visit the Mohegan Pennsylvania website.
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, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a newly renovated 238-room hotel with an on-site spa, adjacent to a 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It features nearly 75,000 square feet of gaming space, including close to 60 live table games, over 1,500 slot machines and electronic table games, a sportsbook, a variety of dining 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 and view us on YouTube. Gambling problem? Call 1.800.GAMBLER.
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Feb 4, 2025 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Keystone Grand Ballroom
Valentine’s Day specials available Friday, February 14th – Sunday, February 16th; The Lalas to headline the Keystone Grand Ballroom on Friday, February 14th
WILKES-BARRE, PA (February TBD, 2025) – Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and so is the opportunity to treat that certain someone to delicious food and drink specials at Mohegan Pennsylvania. Specials are offered Friday, February 14th through Sunday, February 16th. Those looking for the full Valentine’s Day experience can also catch The Lalas take over the Keystone Grand Ballroom for an equally hilarious and sexy show at 9:00pm.
The Hive Taphouse will feature a special $75 dinner that includes an appetizer to share, choice of soup or salad, two entrées, and a decadent desert to share. The app choices are Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Classic Shrimp Cocktail, or Margherita Flatbread followed by either a House salad, Classic Ceaser Salad, or Lobster Bisque. The main entrée offers guests either a Neptune’s Kiss: Twin jumbo lump crab cakes with cognac stone ground mustard aioli, Cupid’s Steakhouse; 12-oz. carved prime rib of beef served with classis au jus and horseradish cream sauce, or The Love Shack: Twin pan-seared European chicken breasts with a porcini mushroom and caramelized onion demi-glace. To finish the meal, guests can choose either a Fresh Wild Berry Shortcake or Triple Chocolate Cake to share. The Hive Taphouse will also feature a Queen of Hearts Martini, a Peach Pomegranate Mimosa, and sparking wine by the glass or bottle as their Valentine’s Day inspired drink specials.
Over at Molly O’Sheas, guests can enjoy a four-course dinner for two. This $69 special dinner includes an appetizer to share, choice of soup or salad, two entrées, and a mouthwatering desert to share. The app choices are Peel & Eat Shrimp, Sausage and Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms, or Crabby Dip with Toasted Pretzel Dippers followed by either Molly’s Beef & Mushroom Soup, a Classic Caesar Salad, or a Pub Side Salad. The main entrée offers guests either Prime Rib served with baby carrots, Guinness gravy and red skin mashed potatoes, Honey Bourbon Glazed Pork served with brussels sprouts & bacon and red skin mashed potatoes, or Beer Brined Roasted Chickenserved with a side of sweet corn and red skin mashed potatoes. To finish the meal, guests can choose either Sweet Strawberries or Cheesecake to share. Molly O’Sheas will also feature Lovers Knot, Kiss me I’m Irish, and sparkling wine by the glass or bottle as their drink specials.
Those looking for more of an Italian Mediterranean-influenced menu can head over to Rustic Kitchen where they’ll be featuring two appetizers and two entrées. To start, guests can choose between Fried Fresh Mozzarella ($14) which consists of fried fresh panko & herb crusted mozzarella with an arugula salad & marinara and a Berry Burrata Salad ($15) which is made up of strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, burrata, and toasted pecans over mixed greens in an orange poppyseed dressing. For the main course, guests have the option of Surf & Turf ($75) which consists of a 7oz. filet mignon and an 8oz. Brazilian lobster tail with a béarnaise sauce and drawn butter, served with grilled asparagus and mashed potatoes or Cajun Shrimp & Crab Pasta ($42) featuring house-made pappardelle pasta with jump lump crab and shrimp in a Cajun roasted pepper cream sauce.
Slice’d will also be getting in on the Valentine’s Day specials action by offering a Heart-Shaped Cheese Pizza with a choice of two toppings and a Sinfully Chocolate Desert Pizza which consists of Nutella spread, chocolate chips, marshmallows, and strawberry garnishes.
Those looking to fall in love with Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Valentine’s Day entertainment can head over to the Keystone Grand Ballroom for The Lalas, one of the best in burlesque. Doors for this special Valentine’s Day performance open at 8:00pm and the show kicks off at 9:00pm. Tickets are on sale now via ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased with Momentum Dollars and all other forms of payment at the Mohegan Pennsylvania Box Office located at the Hotel Front Desk, subject to availability. Guests must be 21+ to attend this show.
For more information about Valentine’s Day at Mohegan Pennsylvania, visit the Mohegan Pennsylvania website.
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, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a newly renovated 238-room hotel with an on-site spa, adjacent to a 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It features nearly 75,000 square feet of gaming space, including close to 60 live table games, over 1,500 slot machines and electronic table games, a sportsbook, a variety of dining 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 and view us on YouTube. Gambling problem? Call 1.800.GAMBLER.
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