Jan 26, 2017 | Employment, Gaming, General News
WILKES-BARRE, PA (January 26, 2017) – Mohegan Sun Pocono is pleased to announce Mark Crescenzi as the new Player Development Executive. In this position, Mark will serve as a liaison between the casino and guests, offering a high level of service and assistance to valued guests. 
Additionally, Crescenzi will ensure Mohegan Sun Pocono offers guests a customized gaming experience to their specific interests and tastes. His longstanding experience will be extremely valuable in efforts to deliver superior customer service and build upon Mohegan Sun Pocono’s success.
Crescenzi comes to Mohegan Sun Pocono with eight years of casino industry experience in the Atlantic City market. His extensive understanding of casino operations within the casino industry combined with his exceptional leadership and guest service skills, make for a great addition to the Mohegan Sun Pocono team.
Crescenzi is a graduate from Stockton University where he studied Criminal Justice.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono 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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Oct 24, 2016 | Breaking News, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, Keystone Grand Ballroom, Shopping
This November we’re ready to party!
WILKES-BARRE, PA (October 24, 2016) – This November Mohegan Sun Pocono is gearing up to celebrate our 10th Anniversary! Join us all month long for a schedule of rocking entertainment, fantastic giveaways, delicious dining deals and a special tree lighting to kick off the holiday season.
Upcoming Entertainment:
Incredible live entertainment inside the Keystone Grand Ballroom includes The Fray and special guest American Authors performing on Saturday, November 5th at 8:00pm with tickets starting at $37.50, The Guess Who on Saturday, November 19th at 8:00pm with tickets starting at $29.00 and KC and The Sunshine Band take the stage live on Sunday, November 20th at 8:00pm with tickets starting at $29.00.
10th Anniversary Promotions:
10-10-10 Sweepstakes: Earn entries November 1st-11th by playing your favorite slot machines or table games. Every Status point earned is equal to one entry into the Grand Prize drawing. Activate entries November 12th from 6:00am to Noon at any kiosk, slot machines or table game. From Noon to 10:00pm, 10 winners will be selected to win $10,000 cash! Earn entries again November 13th-25th and activate entries November 26th from 6:00am to Noon. 10 winners, $10,000 cash from Noon to 10:00pm!
Cheers to 10 years Giveaway: On Monday, November 14th earn entries from 6:00am to 4:00pm by playing your favorite slot and table games! Activate entries from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at any kiosk, slot machines or table game. Grand Prize drawing at 7:00pm and 10 winners will be selected to win $1,000 cash. *Must be present to win!
Hot Seat: All month long – 10:00am and 10:00pm one lucky guest will be selected to win $100.00 cash! That’s a total of 60 chances to win; the more you visit, the more you win!
10th Anniversary Specials:
Crossing Vineyards – Purchase the 10th Anniversary Wine Tasting* 10 wines for $10.00, and receive 10% off your additional purchase!
Johnny Rockets – Purchase one shake, get the second shake 25% off.
Wise Crackers – On Fridays, Wise Crackers tickets are $10.00.
Rustic Kitchen – Monday, November 14th: $10.00 Clams Casino Pizza, $5.00 Poker Face Martinis.
Spa Sapphire – All month long complimentary haircut when you receive any color or highlight service.
Complimentary shampoo & style and scalp massage when you receive a 60-minute Spa Sapphire pedicure!
Complimentary 30-minute foot reflexology when you receive any 60-minute massage or facial.
Monday, November 14th – 20% off all Aveda retail products and 10% off all Spa Sapphire gift card purchases.
Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony:
Join us for a special evening of family fun as we celebrate the lighting of our holiday tree! The tree lighting ceremony will take place on Wednesday, November 30th at the main entrance.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono 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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Sep 8, 2016 | Gaming, General News, Racing, Travel & Leisure
WILKES-BARRE, PA (September 8, 2016) – Mohegan Sun Pocono, one of Pennsylvania’s most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations, has been awarded a total of 16 awards by Casino Player’s “Best Gaming” Issue. It is an honor for the Pocono team, which since 2005, has continued to provide unmatched service through hard work and dedication. Today the property features approximately 82,000 square feet of gaming space, 2,300 slot machines and electronic games, more than 91 table games, live harness racing eight months of the year, over 21 shops, restaurants and bars plus the best live entertainment at Breakers and Bar Louie.
Six of the Casino Player Awards that Mohegan Sun Pocono has received, were top honors for best hotel, best rooms, best pool, best video poker, best poker tournaments and best live poker. Quite the achievement for the Wilkes-Barre Resort!
The hotel, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ Lifestyle Collection, stands seven stories tall with 238 guest rooms. The hotel is connected to the 20,000 square-foot Convention Center with a central lobby leading to Mohegan Sun Pocono’s gaming, dining, shopping and entertainment venues. Select rooms also feature spectacular views of the harness track and the rolling Pennsylvania hillside. Onsite amenities for hotel guests include a sparkling heated pool, 24/7 fitness center, full-service business center and full-service onsite Spa Sapphire. Room service is also available for breakfast, dinner and late night.
Located in the Convention Center at Mohegan Sun Pocono, the Keystone Grand Ballroom is a 16,000 square-foot venue that hosts some of the most prominent performers. Guests can also enjoy a comedy show and other hilarious entertainment in Wise Crackers Comedy Club, located in Seasons Ballroom. Mohegan Sun Pocono is also home to an electric nightlife experience with great options for everyone including Breakers, Bar Louie, Sunburst Bar, M Bar, and The Terrace.
The legendary racetrack at Pocono, which features a 5/8 mile oval track, gives guests the thrill of watching the races from the outdoor grandstand and patio. The spacious and state-of-art simulcast facility accommodates up to 200 viewers with numerous TV screens, hot and cold snacks, ice cold beverages and both a smoking and non-smoking section.
For more information, please visit Mohegansunpocono.com.
About Mohegan Sun Pocono
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono 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 our Website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, download our App and view us on YouTube.
Sep 2, 2016 | Breaking News, Gaming, Jackpot Winners
$783,000 Blazing 777 Progressive Blackjack Jackpot
WILKES-BARRE, PA (September 2, 2016) – Over the past weekend on Saturday, August 27th, one lucky guest hit the $783,000 progressive jackpot on Blazing 7’s Blackjack!
Boasting more than 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines, electronic table games and now featuring the Blazing 777 Blackjack Progressive, a new and exciting optional blackjack progressive bet that is based on sevens, the Mohegan Sun Pocono gaming floor is heating up!
To begin each round, you will make a standard blackjack bet and the Blazing 7’s progressive bet. The dealer will then follow the house procedures for blackjack. You can win if at least one of your first two cards are a seven, and have the chance to win more if both of your first two cards are sevens. The payouts will increase further if the dealer’s up card is also a seven. The more sevens, the more you win!
*See pay table for cards. Note: The progressive is only based on the player’s first two cards and the dealer’s up card.
For more information, please visit Mohegansunpocono.com.
About Mohegan Sun Pocono
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono 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 our Website. Connect with us onFacebook, follow us on Twitter, download our App and view us on YouTube.
Aug 26, 2016 | Breaking News, Gaming, Jackpot Winners
Blazing 7’s Blackjack Jackpot reaches $748,000! 
WILKES-BARRE, PA (August 26, 2016) – The beautiful gaming floor at Mohegan Sun Pocono boasts more than 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines, electronic table games and now features the Blazing 777 Blackjack Progressive, a new and exciting optional blackjack progressive bet that is based on sevens. Confirmed by The PA Gaming Control Board, Pocono’s Blazing 777 Blackjack Progressive jackpot has now reached $748,000, making it the highest jackpot in the state of Pennsylvania.
To begin each round, you will make a standard blackjack bet and the Blazing 7’s progressive bet. The dealer will then follow the house procedures for blackjack. You can win if at least one of your first two cards are a seven, and have the chance to win more if both of your first two cards are sevens. The payouts will increase further if the dealer’s up card is also a seven. The more sevens, the more you win!
*See pay table for cards. Note: The progressive is only based on the player’s first two cards and the dealer’s up card.
For more information, please visit Mohegansunpocono.com.
About Mohegan Sun Pocono
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono 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 our Website. Connect with us onFacebook, follow us on Twitter, download our App and view us on YouTube.
Oct 8, 2015 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, Holiday, Keystone Grand Ballroom, Racing, Special Events
Halloween tricks and treats on Friday, October 30th and Saturday, October 31st
WILKES-BARRE, PA (October 8, 2015) – Show your Halloween spirit all weekend at Mohegan Sun Pocono, with ghoulish harness racing, mischievous costume parties, wicked nightlife events and more!
Boo Bash
Come as you aren’t! Boo Bash is back on Friday, October 30th in the Keystone Grand Ballroom starting at 7:00pm. Grab your best ghoulish getup, superhero tights or angel wings and enter the costume contest for the chance to win the grand prize of $1,000.00 and other great cash prizes. Indulge in the Boo Bash featured drink special, Mali Boo!, and party to live music from The Chatter until Midnight. Hang around for a spell when Boo Bash is over and haunt on over to Breakers until 2:00am to groove to the sounds of Gas Station Disco.
$75,000 Spooktacular Giveaway
There are no tricks, only treats in Mohegan Sun Pocono’s $75,000 Spooktacular Giveaway on Halloween! From Noon to 5:00pm on Saturday, October 31st, two Momentum members each hour will win $250.00 cash. At 7:00pm one lucky guest will win $50,000.00 cash and 50 more will win at least $450.00 in Free Slot Play. It’s simple to play—get one entry for every Status Point earned from October 1st though October 30th, then activate entries on Saturday, October 31st from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at any kiosk to be eligible to win.
Live Harness Racing with The Grey Ghost And Poltergeist Pace
Have a fang-tastic Halloween evening at The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono starting at 6:30pm with The Grey Ghost and Poltergeist Pace. This pace is exclusively for grey and roan horses where they will compete in this ghostly race, led onto the track by the Headless Horseman. The winner will be presented with a trophy by children in costume in the ghoulishly delightful Winners’ Circle.
Live Entertainment
On Halloween night, get your scare on at Elixir’s Halloween party starting at 9:00pm with live music from Jimmy & Vitz, head to Bar Louie for a Halloween celebration featuring Fake Uncle Jack starting at 9:30pm or creep over to Breakers to enjoy the sounds of Shorty Long & The Jersey Horns starting at 9:30pm.
For complete information on all events at Mohegan Sun Pocono visit their website.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO:
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono 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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, download our app and view us on YouTube.
