Jun 30, 2015 | 50th anniversary of racing, Breakers, Entertainment, Gaming, Holiday, Hot Summer Fun, Party on the Patio, Racing, Special Events, Terrace
Enjoy live music, thrilling gaming promotions, exhilarating horse racing and a celebrity appearance
WILKES-BARRE, PA (June 30, 2015) – It’s nearly time to celebrate Independence Day, and there’s no better way to spend the holiday than with Mohegan Sun Pocono! Join Mohegan Sun Pocono from Wednesday, July 1st through Sunday, July 5th for a fun-filled weekend, including live entertainment, exhilarating horse racing, a sizzling fireworks display and more.
The fun begins on Wednesday, July 1st when Mohegan Sun Pocono kicks off summer with their annual Hot Summer Fun celebration. This year is hotter than ever, with new chances to win every day through August 31st, including thousands in cash prizes, Free Slot Play, two cars, a VIP experience at all three luxurious Mohegan Sun properties and more! Full details on how to play every day can be found at mohegansunpocono.com/HSF.
Start your weekend on Thursday, July 2nd when Mohegan Sun Pocono kicks off NEPA’s version of the wildly successful TV show Lip Sync Battle. Kicking off at 6:00pm at Party on the Patio, six performances will heat up the stage. Local judges will narrow things down to the final two contestants and crowd feedback will determine the weekly winner, so bring your loudest friends and cheer on your favorite “singer!”
Parrotheads unite! At 7:30pm, Mohegan Sun Pocono welcomes ParrotBeach, a Jimmy Buffett tribute band, to Party on the Patio for a free concert*. Get ready to kick up your heels, grab a refreshing cocktail and sing along to your favorite tunes with thousands of other Parrotheads on the track apron. After the show, step inside to the After Party in Breakers and enjoy the music of Gas Station Disco, known for igniting dance floors with their high energy stage show.
Unwind and have a drink at the Terrace with live music from Eddie Appnel on Friday, July 3rd at 6:00pm and Battle of the Bands finalist Nowhere Slow on Saturday, July 4th at 6:00pm. Also on Friday and Saturday night, enjoy a fun night of laughs with Louis Ramey, Mike Spiers and Scott Bruce at Wise Crackers Comedy Club starting at 9:00pm, or dance to live entertainment at Bar Louie and Breakers at 9:30pm.
If it’s harness racing that you’re after, The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono is the place to be this weekend. Starting at 6:30pm on Friday, July 3rd, cheer for your favorite horse from the outdoor grandstand, or enjoy the outstanding view of the track and surrounding mountains while dining at Pacer’s Clubhouse. To commemorate 50 years of harness racing, grab a “Decades of the Downs” tee shirt starting at 8:00pm, then wear your shirt to The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono any Friday in July and get a $10.00 live racing voucher!
Get to The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono early on Saturday, July 4th, as former Buffalo Bills Quarterback Jim Kelly will be signing autographs and taking photos on the Sky Bridge from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Kelly, known as the greatest quarterback in Buffalo Bills history, led his team to four consecutive Super Bowls and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2002 in his first year of eligibility. Bracelets will be distributed starting at 1:00pm; only authorized photos will be signed and distributed at the event.
The $2 Million Sun Stakes Saturday Championship is set for Saturday, July 4th starting at 6:30pm, with the Earl Beal Jr. Memorial Trot, the Ben Franklin Free-For-All Pace, the Max Hempt Memorial Pace and the James Lynch Memorial Pace being contested on this prestigious night of harness racing. Then at 8:00pm, pick up your complimentary Earl Beal Jr. official hat in the Lower Grandstand.
Finally, on Sunday, July 5th, end your holiday weekend with a bang, with a fireworks extravaganza scheduled for approximately 9:30pm**. Free and open to all ages, the fireworks will immediately follow an action-packed night of harness racing which starts at 6:30pm.
For more information on happenings at Mohegan Sun Pocono over Independence Day weekend and beyond, visit their website.
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*In inclement weather the ParrotBeach show may be moved indoors. ** Fireworks rain date is Monday, July 6th.
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.
Jun 16, 2015 | 50th anniversary of racing, Breaking News, Entertainment, Gaming, Hot Summer Fun, Keystone Grand Ballroom, Party on the Patio, Racing, Reality Check, Special Events, Terrace
Celebrate all season long with sizzling live entertainment, hot cash prizes and electrifying fireworks shows
WILKES-BARRE, PA (June 15, 2015) – Summer is finally here, and Mohegan Sun Pocono is turning up the heat with Hot Summer Fun celebrations all season long! This year’s celebrations start on July 1st and are hotter than ever, with new chances to win every day through August 31st.
Scratch Mania Wednesdays
Every Wednesday, the first 500 guests to earn a Momentum Status Point starting at the stated time will get to play Scratch Mania! Pick up a scratch card at any Player’s Club booth and reveal the lucky symbols to win up to $25,000 cash. Best of all, every ticket is a winner! Times vary by week, so visit the website for more information.
Boardwalk Surprise Fridays
The fun continues on Fridays, as five lucky guests each hour between 2:00pm and 10:00pm sitting in a Hot Seat at their favorite slot machine or table game will be called to the Boardwalk, where they can spin the giant prize wheel for a chance to win BIG by playing classic carnival or TV games!
Win Some Wheels Saturdays
Play more, win more! All summer long Mohegan Sun Pocono is giving away some hot new wheels to two lucky guests! The more you play, the better your chances to drive away in a 2015 Subaru Cross Trek on July 25th or a 2015 BMW on August 29th.
Simply play your favorite games on Saturdays (excluding the last Saturday of each month) and earn Personal Achievement Awards to be entered into the drawing. Then on the last Saturday of each month (July 25th and August 29th), activate entries at any kiosk from 2:00pm to 6:00pm and get ready to rev up your summer in your new car with the grand prizes awarded at 7:00pm each day! Nineteen additional winners will be awarded Free Slot Play and more.
There’s even more action on Saturdays at Mohegan Sun Pocono during Hot Summer Fun. Every Saturday (excluding the last Saturday of each month) from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, one lucky guest every 15 minutes will be randomly selected to win $250 in Free Slot Play just by playing their favorite slots. Play more, win more all summer long at Mohegan Sun Pocono!
Win a Trip Around The Sun
Every day in July and August, enter a drawing to win $3,000 cash and a trip to all three luxurious Mohegan Sun properties just by having fun at the Sun! Simply complete and submit a punch card and drop it into the mystery box—it’s that easy! All participants who complete a punch card will win $25.00 in Free Slot Play, and on August 31st one lucky winner will be chosen to win the cash prize and a trip Around The Sun!
Anything Can Happen!
Yes—ANYTHING! Any time, any day, anyone can be a surprise winner just by being in the right place at the right time! From 10am to 8pm each day, randomly selected lucky guests will win great prizes including gift cards, cash, Free Slot Play, lottery tickets and more. Anything Can Happen and it WILL, all summer long during Hot Summer Fun!
Turn Up The Heat With Live Entertainment All Summer
Dance the night away at Party on the Patio, with live entertainment every Thursday night on the track apron. Enjoy the nation’s best tribute bands, $2.00 Coors Light drafts, Absolut cocktails and a breathtaking view of NEPA scenery. Doors open at 6:00pm every Thursday through September 3rd, with live music starting at 7:30pm.
Don’t miss the chance to be a Rock star during Party on the Patio’s Lip Sync Battle. Each week starting July 2nd, six contestants will lip sync to their favorite tunes to compete for the weekly prize and a chance for the grand prize on September 3rd. Crowd noise helps the judges determine the finalists each week, so get ready to cheer on your favorite contestant to win each week!
Ready to keep the party rolling? Shake things up every Thursday night after Party on the Patio at After Party in Breakers for even more live entertainment and great drink specials. The fun goes well into the night all summer long at Mohegan Sun Pocono.
Summer is hotter than ever in the Keystone Grand Ballroom as Mohegan Sun Pocono welcomes The Midtown Men on July 25th, The Doobie Brothers on August 1st and Shawn Klush, known as the “World’s Greatest Elvis,” on August 22nd and 23rd. Tickets are available for all shows by logging on to ticketmaster.com; calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number at 1.800.745.3000; or visiting any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets are also available for purchase, free of service fees, at the Mohegan Sun Pocono Box Office.
But that’s not all! Kick up your heels at The Terrace and enjoy free live music every Friday and Saturday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Relax at this cozy outdoor venue with comfortable seating around an open fire and a private bar. It’s a great place to unwind after a long week and get the weekend started!
Sizzling Summer Fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day weekend with a bang with a fireworks extravaganza at 9:30pm on Sunday, July 5th, at the conclusion of an action-packed night of harness racing. Then, on Saturday, August 22nd, celebrate Mohegan Sun Pocono’s 50th anniversary of racing with an exhilarating fireworks spectacular set to being at approximately 10:30pm at the conclusion of evening racing.
Bring the family to see these spectacular displays ignite the sky. These events are free and open to all ages, and food and beverages will be available to purchase.
Celebrating 50 Years of Harness Racing
2015 marks the 50th year of harness racing at Mohegan Sun Pocono, and we are celebrating in style! From August 16th through August 22nd visit The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono for a week-long anniversary celebration, including a Reality Check event with dance partners Chris Soules of The Bachelor and Witney Carson of Dancing with the Stars on Wednesday, August 19th; Party on the Patio with Almost Queen on Thursday, August 20th; a Motown concert on the track apron on Friday, August 21st; a fireworks extravaganza on Saturday, August 22nd and so much more! Watch for details as we add more exciting events to our 50th anniversary celebration all summer long.
For complete details on all promotions and events, visit mohegansunpocono.com.
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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.
Jun 5, 2015 | Community Relations, Gaming
Benefits The NASCAR Foundation and the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Pocono Raceway Contact: Kevin Heaney, 570-646-2300, [email protected]
The NASCAR Foundation Contact: Marivi Bryant, 704-348-9735 [email protected]
Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation Contact: Rachelle Thompson, [email protected]
LONG POND, PA (June 6, 2015) – Pocono Raceway announced today the Fourth Annual Pocono Poker Tournament, benefitting The NASCAR Foundation and the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation, will be held at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on Thursday, July 30. The event, taking place prior to the July 31-August 2 Pennsylvania 400 race weekend, will feature NASCAR drivers and celebrities, among them Jeff Gordon, Rusty Wallace and race fans.
A limited number of playing spots are available. Fans can choose from four donation options: A $250 donation offers a pre-tournament, VIP meet-and-greet with drivers and celebrities on hand as well as entry to participate in the Poker Tournament; a $150 donation offers entry into pre-event VIP reception and attendance at the event as a spectator; a $100 donation reserves a seat in the poker tournament; and a $50 donation allows for fans to attend the event as spectators. The top-finishing fan will receive a choice between two exciting prizes – a VIP Race Experience at Pocono Raceway or a VIP Stay and Play Experience at Mohegan Sun.
To register for the Pocono Poker Tournament, fans can visit NASCARfoundation.org.
“The Pocono Poker Tournament is such a blast,” said Pocono Raceway President/CEO, Brandon Igdalsky. “It has been a pleasure working with The NASCAR Foundation the last three years. I’m especially excited to have the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation involved in year number four as Jeff (Gordon) prepares for his final full-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season as a driver. We are also so thankful for Mohegan Sun Pocono for hosting this event year after year. The tournament gives fans the unique chance to play poker alongside some of NASCAR’s elite, such as Jeff and Rusty (Wallace), Pocono staff members and other NASCAR celebrities. We hope this year will be even bigger than the last and we look forward to seeing everyone there on July 30 in support of two amazing charities.”
Proceeds from this year’s event will help The NASCAR Foundation and the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation. This year, The NASCAR Foundation seeks to impact 10,000 students nationwide through its Classroom Donation Program–providing innovative technological resources that equip teachers with the tools they need to educate and inspire their students!
“I enjoy playing poker, and I look forward to this event that benefits two great charities,” said Gordon. “We have accomplished so much with the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation, but there is still so much more to do in the battle against pediatric cancer.
“Thanks to Brandon and his staff for this fun opportunity that allows us to raise awareness and funds in this important battle.”
“We are delighted to once again partner with our friends at Pocono Raceway to host the Fourth Annual Pocono Poker Tournament at Mohegan Sun Pocono,” said Mike Bean, President of Mohegan Sun Pocono. “The NASCAR Foundation and the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation are both causes we are so proud to support.”
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About Pocono Raceway
Pocono Raceway, also known as “The Tricky Triangle,” is family-owned and situated in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. In business for over 50 years, the Raceway hosts multiple, national motorsports events including two NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, one Verizon IndyCar Series, one NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, two ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards and one Indy Lights Series presented by Cooper Tires events each year. The Raceway has added multiple running series events to their annual schedule including the Tough Mudder and the Warrior Dash. Pocono Raceway is the world’s largest solar-powered sports facility with a 25-acre, three-megawatt solar farm providing the energy needs of the Raceway, as well as, adding electricity to the local power grid. For more information, please visit www.poconoraceway.com.
About The NASCAR Foundation
The NASCAR Foundation is dedicated to helping children learn how to win, both inside and outside of the classroom, through a variety of educational opportunities. Since 2006, The NASCAR Foundation has committed more than $20 Million dollars to initiatives that inspire children around the country to live, learn and play. Evidence of The NASCAR Foundation’s impact can be found on the smiles of thousands of children attending school that now have innovative technological resources inside the classroom, receiving care in its Speediatrics hospital units and exploring the behind-the-scenes world of NASCAR during race weekends. The NASCAR Foundation’s impact can also be seen through the Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award which honors the spirit of volunteerism that drives the NASCAR community. For more information on The NASCAR Foundation, please visit the website: NASCARfoundation.org. Follow The NASCAR Foundation on www.Facebook.com/NASCARFoundation or on Twitter: @NASCAR_FDN.
About the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation
Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation was established as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization in 1999 by the four-time NASCAR Cup Series champion. The Foundation supports children battling cancer by funding programs that improve patients’ quality of life, treatment programs that increase survivorship, and pediatric medical research dedicated to finding a cure. The Foundation also supports the Jeff Gordon Children’s Hospital in Concord, NC which serves children in the community by providing a high level of primary and specialty pediatric care. We are proud to support a quality health care facility dedicated to compassionate care and medical excellence for children. For more information visit www.jeffgordonchildrensfoundation.org.
May 21, 2014 | Gaming, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events
Dueling Cash Cubes, Free Slot Play and so much more as part of Hot Summer Fun Celebrations
WILKES-BARRE, PA – Cure a case of the Mondays with Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs’ Manic Mondays. Throughout the summer enjoy Dueling Cash Cubes, special promotions and food specials.
Each Monday in June and August, Momentum players will have the opportunity to duel it out with Dueling Cash Cubes. Each hour between 10:00am and 10:00pm, two guests will randomly be selected to duel it out in Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs’ Dueling Cash Cubes. Guests have 30 seconds to grab as much cash and free slot play as possible. Whoever has the most combined after the 30 seconds not only walks away with the money they collected, they will also get an extra $100 cash!
Happy hour and food specials are also available at a number of outlets on Mondays in June including Rustic Kitchen, Ruth Chris Steak House, Pearl, Crossing Vineyards, Breakers, Ben & Jerry’s and Wolfgang Puck.
Every Monday in July, guests will also have a chance to win with Rolling for Rewards. Each hour from Noon to 8:00pm, four guests will be randomly selected to roll a giant dice for a chance to win up to $1,000 in Free Slot Play.
To participate in the following promotions, guests must be Momentum players. It is easy and free to sign up. Visit mohegansunpocono.com/playing or a Player’s Club booth for more information.
For a complete list of offers or for more information on Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, please call 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. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.
May 21, 2014 | Gaming, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Uncategorized
WILKES-BARRE, PA – Double down at each Tuesday this summer at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs with Table Tuesdays featuring special Blackjack Tournaments, Tables 101 and more.
Each Tuesday in June, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs will be giving guests the opportunity to learn the various games with Tables 101 such as Blackjack, Craps and Roulette. Sessions run from 3:00pm to 9:00pm. Please visit mohegansun.com/hsf for specific schedules.
In July and August, guests can come test their new skills with Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs’ $25.00 buy-in Blackjack tournament. The first round sessions will be held each Tuesday at 6:00pm, 7:00pm and 8:00pm. The top 12 scorers from each session will advance into the semi-finals. Top scorers from each table in the semi-finals will then advance into the final. Each participant in the finals will win a cash prize. Prize amounts are based on number of Buy-Ins and may vary.
Dining specials and happy hour deals are available at a number of locations throughout June including Bar Louie, Ben & Jerry’s, Johnny Rockets, Ruth’s Chris Steak House and Wolfgang Puck.
In August, guests can also try their luck at Ace in the Hole. Each Tuesday, each hour between Noon and 8:00pm, two winners will have a chance to select one of five jumbo playing cards. Winners will be awarded various amounts dependent on the card pulled.
Guests must be 21 years of age or older to participate in these tournaments and promotions and be a valid Momentum card holder. Guests who do not currently have a card can sign up for the free program. Visit mohegansunpocono.com/playing or a Player’s Club booth for more details.
For a complete list of offers or for more information on Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, please call 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. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.
May 21, 2014 | Gaming, General News, Hot Summer Fun
WILKES-BARRE, PA – Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs has your cure for the midweek blues with Winning Wednesdays. Throughout the summer, guests will have the opportunity to win cash, free slot play and more.
With Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs’ Sixty Second Showdown, each Wednesday in June from 10:00am to 5:00pm, two guests per hour will have the opportunity to spin the prize wheel revealing a task within one minute. All participants will automatically receive $100 in free slot play. Those who finish the challenge within 60 seconds will win an additional $250 in free slot play.
A number of food specials and happy hour deals are also available each Wednesday throughout the month including Bar Louie, Rustic Kitchen, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Wolfgang Puck and Wetzel’s Pretzels.
In July, guests will have the opportunity to duel it out with Dueling Cash Cubes. Each hour between 10:00am and 10:00pm, two guests will randomly be selected to duel it out in Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs’ Dueling Cash Cubes. Guests have 30 seconds to grab as much cash and free slot play as possible. Whoever has the most combined after the 30 seconds not only walks away with the money they collected, they will also get an extra $100 cash!
The winning continues in August with Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs’ popular Zoomball. Each hour between 10:00am and 10:00pm, two winners will be randomly selected for a chance to play Zoomball and a shot to get a prize from the Odds On Promotions.
Guests must be 21 years of age or older to participate in these promotions and be a valid Momentum card holder. Guests who do not currently have a card can sign up for the free program. Visit mohegansunpocono.com/playing or a Player’s Club booth for more details.
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