Nov 17, 2025 | Gaming
Three lucky guests hit jackpots over $60k
WILKES-BARRE, PA (November 17, 2025) – October brought a wave of winning to Mohegan Pennsylvania! Guests across the property celebrated a thrilling month of luck, with more than $10.4 million in slot jackpots awarded. Among the most exciting moments were three standout wins: a $74,515 jackpot on a Light & Wonder Ultimate Fire Link Ultra Bank slot machine, a $62,340 jackpot on an Aristocrat Dragon Cash – Peace & Long Life slot machine, and a $63,231 jackpot on a HUFF N’ EVEN MORE PUFF GRAND slot machine.
From Wednesday, October 1st – Wednesday, December 31st, Momentum members who win a qualifying jackpot of $1,200 or more automatically receive an electronic entry for the chance to win a share of $50,000 in cash and Free Slot Play Prizes! Momentum members who win a qualifying jackpot on Fridays during the promotion period will receive an additional entry. The $50,000 Jackpot Winners Club Giveaway drawing will take place on Saturday, January 24th, where one winner will be chosen every ten minutes from 6:00pm – 10:00pm to receive $1,000 Free Slot Play. At 10:00pm, one lucky winner will be chosen to receive $10,000 in cash!
In total, Mohegan Pennsylvania has an array of more than 1,500 slot machines including the latest technology from featured games like Dragon Link, Lightning Link, Wheel of Fortune, Monopoly Express, and more. The property also features nearly 60 table games including Blackjack, Roulette, Three Card Poker, and more. To learn more about all that Mohegan Pennsylvania has to offer, visit mohegansun.com/playing.
Mohegan Pennsylvania’s rewards program, Momentum, is a free, 21+ program, and allows guests to 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, 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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Jun 3, 2025 | Entertainment, Gaming, General News, giveaway, Hot Summer Fun, Party on the Patio, Racing, Special Events
Daily promotions, giveaways, live entertainment, and more to take place at Mohegan Pennsylvania June 23rd – August 31st
WILKES-BARRE, PA (June 3, 2025) – Mohegan Pennsylvania is turning up the heat as Hot Summer Fun rolls out on Monday, June 23rd, lasting through Sunday, August 31st. Momentum members can enjoy exclusive giveaways with a shot at cash prizes up to $1,000,000. Plenty of Free Slot Play will also be up for grabs along with a chance to win a brand-new Hummer EV Pickup. Additionally, NEPA’s favorite outdoor concert series, Party on the Patio, is set to provide guests with exhilarating live entertainment all summer long!
Guests can take advantage of all Hot Summer Fun 2025 promotions by signing up for Momentum, Mohegan’s rewards program. Momentum is a free, 21+ program, and allows guests to elevate their Status, which comes with added rewards. Visit the Casino Cashier on property or moheganpa.com/momentum for more information.
SUMMER OF HUMMER PROMOTION
Mohegan Pennsylvania will be holding an exclusive Summer of Hummer promotion where one lucky guest will win a brand-new Hummer EV Pickup from Jo-Dan Buick GMC! From Monday, June 23rd through Saturday, August 30th, guests will receive one entry for every Status Point earned; entries will be multiplied by 5X on Mondays and Wednesdays, 10X on Thursdays, and Multiplier Mania could land guests anywhere from 5X – 25X entries each Saturday. The grand prize drawing, which requires guests to activate their entries by playing with their Momentum card each hour, will take place on Sunday, August 30th. From 6:00pm – 9:48pm, two winners will be chosen every 12 minutes to receive $500 Free Slot Play. At 10:00pm, six winners will be chosen where five will receive $1,000 Free Slot Play and one will win a Hummer EV Pickup!
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!
On Play & Eat Sundays, Momentum members who earn at least four Status Points will be able to print a $15 Play and Eat voucher at the kiosk. This voucher will be valid from Sunday through the following Saturday and is redeemable at all dining locations except Ruth’s Chris Steak House.
Forever Young Mondays will provide guests 50 years of age or older with $10 Food Credit to use at The Hive Taphouse or Slice’d when they earn at least one Status Point. This voucher will be valid until 11:59pm on the day it is received.
The first 500 Momentum members to earn one Status Point on T-Shirt Tuesdays will receive a commemorative Hot Summer Fun 2025 t-shirt. A new design is featured every week – guests can visit each week to collect all 10! Momentum members can begin earning at 6:00am and print their voucher at any Promotional Kiosk beginning at 3:00pm. Vouchers are available until 500 have been claimed or 7:00pm, whichever happens first. All Momentum members who pick up a shirt can drop their voucher in the drawing barrel. At 7:00pm, 10 winners will be chosen to receive $250 Free Slot Play.
On $100K Boardwalk Bonanza Wednesdays, three Momentum members who are actively playing a slot machine or table game between 3:00pm – 8:00pm will be randomly selected every 20 minutes to play the gameboard for a chance to win from $100 Free Slot Play up to $10,000 Cash! The selected guests will pick beach balls to reveal possible prizes and will win whichever denomination they match two of.
Rockin’ Thursdays allows guests who claimed their Hot Summer Fun t-shirt to swipe their Momentum card at any Promotional Kiosk to receive $20 Free Slot Play from 6:00am – Midnight. Guests are invited to stick around for Party on the Patio every Thursday night!
On Millionaire Madness Fridays, one winner at the top of each hour (6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm, 10:00pm) will be randomly selected to spin for a chance to win anywhere from $200 Free Slot Play to $1,000,000 cash! Two winners on the half-hour (6:30pm, 7:30pm, 8:30pm, 9:30pm) will also be randomly selected to spin for a chance to win anywhere from $200 to $3,000 Free Slot Play! Additionally, the five top Status Point earners each Friday from 6:00am – Midnight will be invited to come back the following week and spin the wheel for a chance to win $1,000,000.
Multiplier Mania Saturdays offer Momentum members the chance to multiply their Summer of Hummer entries by 5X, 10X, 15X, 20X, or 25X!
HOT SUMMER FUN ENTERTAINMENT
The energy gets turned up a notch with Pennsylvania’s largest and best free concert series, Party on the Patio, taking place outdoors every Thursday night through September 11th! Dance the night away with the nation’s best tribute bands and enjoy drink specials and delicious bites from Pennsylvania’s most popular food trucks. Highlighted performances include Jay Bon Jovi, a tribute to Bon Jovi, Philadelphia Freedom, a tribute to Elton John, and Stevie Mac, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Doors open at 6:00pm and the bands start rockin’ at 7:30pm. There is no cover to attend Party on the Patio. 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.
Other entertainment throughout Hot Summer Fun includes live bands in Breakers every Friday and Saturday from 8:30pm – 12:30am, live bands in The Hive Taphouse every Thursday and Saturday from 9:30pm – 12:30am, Open Mic Nights with DJ Tommy at The Hive Taphouse on Fridays from 7:30pm – 11:30pm, and live acoustics at Embers Terrace every Friday and Saturday from 6:00pm – 10:00pm. Additionally, guests can attend Sunstakes Saturday on August 16th at Mohegan Pennsylvania. This family friendly event will feature popular food trucks, Notis the Gyro King and Burger Bus, and live harness racing with over $2,000,000 in purses!
For additional information on Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Pennsylvania, visit moheganpa.com/hsf.
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 11, 2025 | Gaming, Racing, Special Events, Sports
Food trucks, mint juleps, contests, promotions, live music and more to take place on Saturday, May 3rd
WILKES-BARRE, PA (April 11, 2025) – With the 151st Kentucky Derby set to take place on Saturday, May 3rd, Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania is gearing up for a one-of-a-kind Derby Day Extravaganza! Beginning at 10:00am, this annual event will provide guests with an opportunity to indulge in delicious bites from popular food trucks, try various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, experience live harness racing, participate in a Hat Revue for a chance to win up to a $500 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card, and join in on a promotion where guests can win up to $1,000 in free wagers.
Refreshing beverages being served at the Derby Day Extravaganza include Coors Light, Modelo, Party on the Patio Lager with Lime, Twisted Tea, and a variety of seltzers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages. Guests can also enjoy the official cocktail of the Kentucky Derby, mint juleps! Those looking to grab a quick bite can head over to the Burger Bus and Eat Up Now food trucks, where a variety of mouthwatering options will be available. Guests can also stop by the Best Cigar Pub booth, located outside near the Winner’s Circle, where a selection of freshly rolled cigars will be available for purchase.
Specialty juleps will also be available for purchase at Breakers, Crafty Stir, Embers Terrace, The Hive Taphouse, Latitudes, Molly O’ Sheas, Pearl Sushi Bar, Rustic Kitchen, and Sunset Bar. For a full list of flavors, guests can visit the Mohegan Pennsylvania website.
The Hat Revue is set to return, and guests have an opportunity to compete for lucrative prizes! Registration for the Hat Revue will be from 5:00pm – 6:00pm in the Racing Lobby. Top prizes include a $500 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card that will be awarded to those named “Best Couple” or “Group Themed Hats”. Winners of the “Most Classic Derby Hat” and “Most Creative Hat” categories will each receive a $250 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card. Mohegan Pennsylvania gift cards can be redeemed towards an overnight stay, divine dining choices and other incredible offerings across the property.
Beginning at 10:00am on Friday, May 2nd, Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania will accept advanced Kentucky Derby wagers in Simulcast and tellers will be available to assist. Beginning at 10:00am on Saturday, May 3rd, Simulcast will be self-service and available for all tracks with live meets (including Churchill Downs) throughout the day. The upper-level Pacer’s Clubhouse will also have live tellers at the betting windows. Additionally, guests can wager on live harness racing, which is set to take place from 1:00pm – 5:00pm. All guests must be 18 years or older to place wagers.
Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania is holding a promotion where guests who wager $100 or more with a teller on any race will receive one entry for every $100 wagered. Guests must place these entries into one of the 20 boxes located in the Racing Lobby based on who they think will win the Kentucky Derby. At approximately 6:57pm, the Kentucky Derby will begin, televised on the outdoor jumbo screen and indoor racing TVs. At the conclusion of the race, four winners will be selected out of the corresponding boxes of the official top four finishers. The selected first-place box winner will receive $1,000 in free wagers valid for Preakness Stakes on Saturday, May 17th. Second – fourth place winners will receive $500, $250 and $100 in free wagers, respectively.
Following the Derby Day Extravaganza, the party goes on at various venues across the property. Wilkes-Barre native Bill Hoffman will be playing solo acoustic rock music from 6:00pm – 10:00pm at Embers Terrace, Bean and Vine Café & Wine Bar will feature a Piano Night with Lee Strubeck from 7:00pm – 11:00pm, Breakers will have Light up the Moon playing a show like no other from 8:30pm – 12:30am, and The Hive Taphouse will feature Reel in the Years playing all the 50s, 60s, and 70s to current day favorites from 9:30pm – 12:30am.
Additionally, guests can play their favorite slots and tables games for their chance to win a share of $35,000 in cash and Free Slot Play with the “You’re Off to The Races” promotion! From now through Saturday, May 3rd, guests will receive one entry for every Status Point earned. Those who play on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the designated time period will receive 10X entries! On Saturday, May 3rd between 3:00pm – 5:00pm and 7:30pm – 10:00pm, there will be two winners chosen every 15 minutes to select a rose and reveal a prize up to $5,000 cash. Guests must activate their entries each hour by playing slots or table games with their Momentum card.
The Derby Day Extravaganza is an all-ages event. However, 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 (driver’s license, passport, military ID) is required to access 21+ areas. Expired identification will not be accepted. 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, 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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Jun 4, 2024 | Breakers, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, giveaway, Hot Summer Fun, Party on the Patio
Celebrate the summer season with can’t-miss live entertainment, thrilling promotions and much more
WILKES-BARRE, PA (June 4, 2024) – Mohegan Pennsylvania is gearing up for another season of sizzle as Hot Summer Fun is right around the corner! From Friday, June 28th through Sunday, September 1st, Momentum members can enjoy exclusive giveaways with chances to win cash prizes, Free Slot Play, a 2024 Limited Edition Ford Bronco Raptor and more. Additionally, Mohegan Pennsylvania is turning up the heat this year by celebrating 15 years of Party on the Patio with a record-breaking 22 weeks of shows throughout the summer season.
Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Hot Summer Fun Kick-Off marks the start of the season with an epic beach ball drop and electrifying performance by Almost Queen: A Tribute to Queen and on Friday, June 28th. Starting at 6:00pm, guests are invited to sit back and relax at the Outdoor Concert Venue while enjoying refreshing beverages like the brand-new Party on the Patio Lager with Lime, a special collaboration with Runaway Train Brewery. Delicious bites will be provided by local lobster food truck Wicked Pissah, and Burger Bus will also serve up delectable hamburgers, hot dogs, pulled pork sandwiches and seasoned Patio Fries. Tickets are available and on sale now via ticketmaster.com. Additionally, guests can enjoy 2X Status Points throughout the day to get Hot Summer Fun started!
PROMOTIONS
Guests can take advantage of all Hot Summer Fun promotions by signing up for Momentum, Mohegan’s rewards program. Momentum is a free, 21+ program, and allows guests to elevate their Status, which comes with added rewards. Visit the Casino Cashier on property or moheganpa.com/momentum for more information.
Mohegan Pennsylvania will be holding an exclusive $1,000,000 Tropical Treasure promotion, where Momentum members can win Free Slot Play, food credits and up to $1,000,000 in cash! Throughout the Hot Summer Fun season, guests who earn two daily Status Points can redeem game pieces at the kiosks located near the Promotions Booth. On Fridays, guests who earn the required Status Points can redeem 2X game pieces. The first guest to complete all five game boards will win $25,000. Additionally, one lucky guest could instantly win $1,000,000 in cash!
Hit the road in a brand new Limited Edition Ford Bronco Raptor from Tasca Ford OR $50,000 cash! Kicking off on June 28th is Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Buck Wild Bronco Giveaway where Momentum members can earn one entry for every Status Point earned while playing slots or table games and 10X entries every Wednesday throughout July. The grand prize drawing will take place on Saturday, August 3rd.
Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Uncle Sam’s Sweepstakes will take place from Monday, July 1st through Saturday, July 6th. Momentum members can earn one entry for every Status Point earned during the designated period and 76X entries on Thursday, July 4th. The drawing will take place on July 6th, and five winners will be selected every 30 minutes to draw a red, white or blue envelope out of the Prize Barrel that contains either $170, $760 or $1,776 in Free Slot Play.
From Sunday, August 4th through Sunday, September 1st, Mohegan Pennsylvania will be holding a $100,000 Hot Summer Sweepstakes where Momentum members can earn one entry for every Status Point earned during the designated period and 10X entries on every Sunday in August. The grand prize drawing will take place on September 1st with $50,000 in cash being the top prize!
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!
On Play & Eat Sundays, Momentum members who earn at least four Status Points will be able to print a $15 Play and Eat voucher at the kiosk. This voucher will be valid from Sunday through Saturday and is redeemable at all dining locations except Ruth’s Chris Steak House.
Forever Young Mondays provide food & beverage specials for guests 55 years of age or older. These guests can enjoy half off select entrées at The Hive Taphouse from Noon-5:00pm. Additionally, guests 55 years of age or older who earn one Status Point will receive $10 in food credit.
The first 500 Momentum members to earn one Status Point on T-Shirt Tuesdays will receive a commemorative Hot Summer Fun 2024 t-shirt. A new design is featured every week – guests can visit each week to collect all nine! Momentum members can begin earning at 6:00am and print their voucher at any Promotional Kiosk beginning at 1:00pm. Vouchers are available until 500 have been claimed or 6:00pm, whichever happens first.
On Wheel Money Wednesdays, one Momentum member who is actively playing a slot machine or table game between 3:00pm – 8:00pm will be randomly selected every 20 minutes to spin the Prize Wheel for a chance to win Free Slot Play or cash prizes. The selected guests will receive three spins and will win the amount of all three spins combined. If a guest lands on the Hot Summer Fun logo three times in a row, they’ll win $10,000 in cash!
Rockin’ Thursdays allows guests who claimed their Hot Summer Fun t-shirt to swipe their Momentum card at any Promotional Kiosk to receive $20 Free Slot Play from 6:00am – 3:00am. Guests are invited to stick around for Party on the Patio every Thursday night!
Beginning July 5th, Momentum members who earn five Status Points on Mystery Treasure Fridays starting at 6:00am will be eligible to play a Mystery Treasure kiosk game to win Free Slot Play and/or cash prizes. Momentum members can redeem at the Promotional Kiosk from 6:00am – 3:00am the following day.
From 1:00pm – 4:00pm and 7:00pm – 10:00pm on Lucky Duck Saturdays (beginning August 10th), one Momentum member who is actively playing a slot machine or table game will be randomly selected every 15 minutes to select a rubber duck and win from $200 in Free Slot Play to $5,000 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 26th. Dance the night away with the nation’s best tribute bands and enjoy drink specials and local food trucks. Highlighted performances include The Stranger, a tribute to Billy Joel, Parrot Beach, a tribute to Jimmy Buffet, and TUSK, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Don’t let the party stop there! Doors open at 6:00pm and the bands start rockin’ at 7:30pm. There is no cover to attend Party on the Patio. 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.
Other entertainment throughout Hot Summer Fun includes live bands in Breakers every Friday and Saturday from 8:30pm – 12:30am, live bands in The Hive Taphouse every Thursday and Saturday from 9:30pm – 12:30am, trivia at The Hive Taphouse followed by karaoke every Friday starting at 7:30pm, live acoustics at Embers Terrace every Friday and Saturday from 6:00pm – 10:00pm, and Piano Night with Lee Strubeck at Bean and Vine Café & Wine Bar every Saturday night at 7:00pm. Additionally, guests can attend Sunstakes Saturday on August 17th at Mohegan Pennsylvania. This family friendly event will have live harness racing with over $2,000,000 in purses!
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 nearly 75,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,600 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 and view us on YouTube.
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Apr 26, 2024 | Gaming, General News
PA’s first Aristocrat Gaming Lounge is now open at Mohegan Pennsylvania!
WILKES-BARRE, PA (April 26, 2024)– Mohegan Pennsylvania is unveiling a thrilling new gaming area where guests can play in a smoke-free environment. Conveniently located just inside the Hotel entrance at Mohegan Pennsylvania, the Aristocrat Gaming Lounge offers over 2,000 square feet of gaming space, complete with a full Aristocrat Gaming brand takeover. The lounge features an exclusive array of top gaming products by Aristocrat with 55 slot machines available, including classic favorites such as Dragon Link™, Lightning Link™ and Buffalo™, along with hot new titles like Whisker Wheels™, Mo’ Mummy™ and Triple Supreme Extreme™.
Tony Carlucci, President of Mohegan Pennsylvania, expressed his enthusiasm about the new offering, stating, “We are thrilled to launch the smoke-free Aristocrat Gaming Lounge as part of our commitment to providing exceptional and comfortable gaming experiences. Our collaboration with Aristocrat, an award-winning casino slot provider, has allowed us to offer a truly exciting gaming experience.”
The Aristocrat Gaming Lounge is not only about gaming, but also about ambiance. It features bespoke lighting and exclusive artwork, dynamic depictions of Aristocrat’s beloved characters seemingly breaking through the lounge walls. Additionally, the lounge boasts state-of-the-art LCD video panels that keep guests informed about the latest Aristocrat content.
For more information about the new Aristocrat Gaming Lounge and all other gaming details at Mohegan Pennsylvania, visit moheganpa.com/playing.
ABOUT ARISTOCRAT TECHNOLOGIES INC.
Aristocrat Technologies Inc. is a subsidiary of Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL), a global entertainment and content creation company with over 7,500 employees working in more than 20 locations across the globe. Aristocrat Gaming is the leading designer, manufacturer, and distributor of Class III games as well as Class II Innovations for Native American casinos and emerging markets. The company’s mission is to bring joy to life through the power of play. Its values are rooted in creativity and technology, and the company has a rich history of innovation that has shaped the gaming industry over many decades. For further information, visit the company’s website at www.aristocratgaming.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 newly renovated 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 70,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,500 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 and view us on YouTube.
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Apr 2, 2024 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, Party on the Patio, Racing, Special Events, Sports
Food trucks, mint juleps, contests, promotions, live music and much more to take place on Saturday, May 4th
WILKES-BARRE, PA (April 2, 2024) – With the 150th Kentucky Derby taking place on Saturday, May 4th, Mohegan Pennsylvania is set to host a Kentucky Derby Party like never before! Beginning at 2:00pm, this annual event will provide guests with an opportunity to indulge in delicious bites, try various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, participate in a Hat Revue for a chance to win up to a $500 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card and join in on a promotion where guests can win up to $1,000 in free wagers. Additionally, a special edition of Party on the Patio will take place after the race! There is no cover for the Kentucky Derby Party and Party on the Patio.
The Kentucky Derby Party will feature Coors Light, Blue Moon, a variety of seltzers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages. Guests can also enjoy the official cocktail of the Kentucky Derby, the Mint Julep, with an opportunity to upgrade to a specialty 150th Anniversary Kentucky Derby glass while supplies last. Those looking to grab a quick bite can head over to the Burger Bus and Eat Up Now food trucks where a variety of mouthwatering options will be available. Guests can stop by the Best Cigar Pub booth where a live cigar roller will be in action and a selection of cigars will be available for purchase. Additionally, guests can relax and listen to acoustic music by Ken Norton from 2:00pm – 6:00pm.
Throughout the day, the Spa Sapphire team will be set up in the racing lobby and assisting guests with Derby Day essentials. Additionally, guests can explore Spa Sapphire’s exquisite five-star services and plan a day of luxurious self-care.
The Hat Revue is back, and guests have an opportunity to compete for lucrative prizes! Registration for the Hat Revue will be from 4:00pm – 6:00pm in the racing lobby. Top prizes include a $500 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card that will be awarded to the “Best Couple” or “Group Themed Hats”. Winners of the “Most Classic Derby Hat” and “Most Creative Hat” categories will each receive a $250 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card. Mohegan Pennsylvania gift cards can be redeemed towards an overnight stay, divine dining choices and incredible shopping selections across the property.
Beginning at 10:00am on Friday, May 3rd, Mohegan Pennsylvania will accept advanced Kentucky Derby wagers in Simulcast and tellers will be available to assist. Beginning at 10:00am on Saturday, May 4th, Simulcast will be self-service but guests can place wagers with tellers at the upper-level Pacer’s Clubhouse betting windows. No live harness racing meets are scheduled for May 4th 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.
Mohegan Pennsylvania is holding a promotion where guests who wager $100 or more with a teller on any race will receive one entry for every $100 wagered. Guests must place these entries into one of the 20 boxes located in the racing lobby based on who they think will win the Kentucky Derby. At approximately 6:57pm, the Kentucky Derby will begin, televised on the outdoor jumbo screen and indoor racing TVs. At the conclusion of the race, four winners will be selected out of the corresponding boxes of the official top four finishers. The selected first-place box winner will receive $1,000 in free wagers valid for Preakness Stakes on Saturday, May 18th. Second – fourth place winners will receive $500, $250 and $100 in free wagers, respectively.
Immediately following the end of the Kentucky Derby broadcast, The River 105 and 103.5’s DJ Tommy will take the stage to emcee Party on the Patio. This special edition Party on the Patio will take place from 7:30pm – 10:00pm and will feature Philadelphia Freedom, a tribute to Elton John. Mohegan Pennsylvania recently announced that this year’s Party on the Patio will feature a record-breaking 22 weeks of shows. For more information, visit moheganpa.com/potp.
Guests must be 21 years of age or older to access the Kentucky Derby Party and 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 the event 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 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, and follow us on X or Instagram.
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