Sep 5, 2024 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events, Sports
Lawn game tournaments, food and drink specials and more offered every Saturday and Sunday beginning September 8th
WILKES-BARRE, PA (September 5, 2024) – Guests are invited to get ready to elevate their football weekends at Embers Terrace, the premier outdoor venue located at Mohegan Pennsylvania. This football season, Embers Terrace will transform into the ultimate tailgating destination, offering game day tailgate parties every Saturday and Sunday from Noon – 4:00pm (excluding Saturday, September 14th) until weather conditions no longer permit. Embers Terrace will provide guests with the perfect opportunity to catch some of the most thrilling collegiate and professional football moments while being in an electric tailgate atmosphere.
Starting Sunday, September 8th, guests can enjoy an exhilarating atmosphere filled with lawn game tournaments featuring favorites like cornhole, giant Jenga, beer pong, ladder ball and more. Additionally, for those looking to unwind, the cozy hand-built fire pits provide the perfect spot to relax. No tailgate is complete without great food and drinks, and Embers Terrace delivers with live grilling and unbeatable specials, including $1 hotdogs, $2 burgers, and $3 Miller Lite bottles.
Don’t miss out on the chance to experience game day in style. For more information about the Embers Terrace Game Day Tailgate Parties, guests can 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, 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 1,500 slot machines and electronic table games, 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.
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Aug 22, 2024 | Food & Beverage, General News
Every Sunday from 9:00am – Noon
WILKES-BARRE, PA (August 22, 2024) – The Hive Taphouse, located at Mohegan Pennsylvania, has introduced a revamped brunch option every Sunday from 9:00am – Noon. The Champagne Brunch Buffet features fresh made-to-order eggs and omelets, a sweet assortment of pastries and muffins, soups and salads, a rotating selection of mouth-watering chicken, and beef and seafood dishes. Additionally, this new option includes a mimosa or glass of champagne with $5 refills for all guests 21 years of age or older.
“We’re excited to have The Hive Taphouse offer this new and improved buffet option to our guests,” said David Parfrey, VP of Marketing at Mohegan Pennsylvania. “We felt like we were missing that convenient, go-to Sunday morning option, and the Champagne Brunch creates the unique opportunity for guests of all ages to enjoy a delectable menu that is sure to satisfy every craving.”
The Champagne Brunch at The Hive Taphouse is $24.99 for guests ages 12 and up, $9.99 for guests ages 4-12 and free for guests ages 3 and under. Additionally, Mohegan Pennsylvania is excited to offer a Sunday Brunch Hotel Package which includes overnight accommodations, brunch for two at the Sunday Champagne Brunch Buffet in The Hive Taphouse, and a guaranteed 1:00pm late checkout.
In addition to the Champagne Brunch Buffet, The Hive Taphouse offers a wide variety of appetizers, flatbreads, salads, wings, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, entrees and over 20 beers on tap, starting at Noon on Monday – Saturday and Noon on Sundays. For more information about The Hive Taphouse, 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, 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 1,500 slot machines and electronic table games, 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.
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Aug 15, 2024 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Terrace
WHAT: Guests are invited to join Mohegan Pennsylvania for a thrilling night under the stars as a special Jaws movie night is set to take place at Embers Terrace on Friday, August 30th!
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, August 30th
8:45pm
Embers Terrace
IN DETAIL: On Friday, August 30th, guests can experience a one-of-a-kind night at Embers Terrace with a special screening of the classic film, Jaws! Guests can sit back, relax and enjoy the movie on a massive 16’ x 10’ screen on the terrace. Everyone from movie buffs to those just looking for a fun night out are invited to this perfect summer event. Guests can come for the film and stay for the great company, amazing food and giveaways. Additionally, guests can indulge in fantastic drink specials including fierce Sharkbite cocktails and $5 Landshark Lagers.
Before the movie, guests can get their spots early and enjoy a bite to eat at Embers Terrace while Ken Norton performs starting at 5:00pm. Additionally, guests can enjoy dinner at The Hive Taphouse and join in on the fun of Steven Spielberg Movie Trivia with DJ Tommy starting at 6:30pm. The movie starts at dusk!
For more information about Movie Night at Embers Terrace, guests can 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, 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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Aug 12, 2024 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Germany’s own Romy returns for her 8th consecutive performance at the popular beer, food, and music festival on Friday, September 13th & Saturday, September 14th
WHAT: Mohegan Pennsylvania (MPA) will be taking over the Outdoor Event Venue to celebrate the return of Northeast Pennsylvania’s largest and most popular outdoor festival: Oktoberfest 2024! The two-day festival kicks off on Friday, September 13th, and continues through Saturday, September 14th. Guests can enjoy an abundance of local craft, domestic and imported beer options, along with a variety of delicious food. Plus, enjoy live music, cornhole tournaments, stein holding competitions, wiener dog racing and much more! Tickets are $7.00 per day at the door and admission price includes five 1 oz. samples of guests’ choice.
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, September 13th from 4:30pm – 11:00pm
Saturday, September 14th from 11:00am – 11:00pm
Mohegan Pennsylvania Outdoor Event Venue
IN DETAIL: Oktoberfest is back once again at Mohegan Pennsylvania! The region’s largest Oktoberfest will be sure to provide guests with award-winning traditional entertainers, local bands, authentic German-American cuisine and fair-style food, wiener dog racing, stein holding competitions, and NEPA Cornhole tournaments. Guests can embrace the taste with more than 50 beer selections featuring domestic favorites, seasonal flavors, and even local breweries such as Runaway Train Brewery, Rusty Rail Brewing Co., and Wallenpaupack Brewing Co. Guests will also have the option to enjoy wine, spirits and various seltzers. NEPA Cornhole is conducting walkup tournaments throughout the festival which will take place on the racetrack infield.
Live entertainment at Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Oktoberfest will include fan-favorites, Bavarski, The Adlers Band, Joe Stanky and the Cadets, HSV Bavaria Dancers, and the return of talented singer and Germany’s own, Romy. Popular Elton John tribute band Philadelphia Freedom is new to the entertainment lineup this year with a special performance on Saturday, September 14th. The main stage will feature a fully covered seating area with room for over 1,000 guests to enjoy this incredible nonstop lineup of entertainment.
Oktoberfest will also feature local vendors offering authentic German-American cuisine, traditional fair-style options, pizza, burgers, fries, pierogies and more. Some of these food options include The Alpine Wurst & Meat House, All Belgium Waffles, Cibo’s Pizza, Eat Up Now, Lou’s Concessions, Ray’s Porketta, and Yogi’s Potato Pancakes. Other popular vendors include Kernel Moonies Gourmet Popcorn, Best Cigar Pub, Sugar Plum, and more.
Additionally, wiener dog races are back by popular demand! Attendees can register their furry friends in a series of races throughout the festival. Attendees who register their wiener dogs for the race will receive free admission to Oktoberfest. There will be a Dachshund parade before each race and trophies will be awarded to the winning wiener dogs!
Direct event parking is available on the racetrack with shuttle service to and from the festival grounds. Additional free parking is available in the casino lots. Guests arriving through the casino can access the event grounds through the racing lobby entrance.
Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend Oktoberfest 2024. Valid ID and ticket purchase are required for entry. For more information about Oktoberfest, visit MoheganPA.com/Oktoberfest.
*Media are welcome to attend Oktoberfest. Those interested in coverage opportunities can reach out to PR Manager Charisse Huff at [email protected].
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 1,500 slot machines and electronic table games, 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.
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Jul 8, 2024 | Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Party on the Patio, Special Events
WILKES-BARRE, PA (July 8, 2024) – Allied Services is thrilled to announce the public kick-off of the 2024 Team Allied Services & You fundraising campaign, in partnership with Mohegan Pennsylvania, who have been a major sponsor for 15 years. The campaign launch will be celebrated at Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Party on the Patio event on Thursday, August 15th. The celebration will begin at 4:00pm with a live broadcast by WNEP TV’s Chelsea Strub, who will introduce viewers to members of the fundraising and marathon team. Doors open at 6:00pm for the free 21-and-over concert, with live music from Parrot Beach, a Jimmy Buffett tribute, starting at 7:30pm. Official Team Allied Services exercise shirts and wristbands will be available for sale and volunteers will be collecting donations.
“What makes Mohegan Pennsylvania so special as part of Team Allied Services is that in addition to hosting our campaign launch, they always have a team member that raises additional funds, trains for the marathon, and makes the trip to New York City to run the marathon in November,” – said Charlotte Wright, Assistant VP of Marketing & Development. “It has been a tremendous partnership with Mohegan Pennsylvania, and we’re thrilled to again kick our fundraising season off at Party on the Patio on August 15th!”
Team Allied Services & You is an annual charity campaign designed to inspire fitness, challenge disability, and change lives. The months-long campaign culminates with a dedicated team of 68 volunteers participating in the prestigious TCS New York City Marathon on November 3rd, 2024. Proceeds from the campaign will benefit children with disabilities at the Allied Services John P. Moses Esq. Pediatric Rehab Centers in Northeast and Central Pennsylvania. Donations will help the non-profit health system extend specialized rehabilitation services to more underinsured children with disabilities, life-changing injuries and chronic illnesses.
For each of the 15 years that Mohegan Pennsylvania has been a major sponsor, at least one team member has represented Mohegan Pennsylvania (or its parent company, Mohegan) as a fundraiser and a marathon runner. This year is no exception, with Jason Bohenek, Internal Audit Manager of the Mohegan Tribe, and Jennifer Ducharme, Director of Events at Mohegan Pennsylvania, participating. All funds raised this year will be allocated to pediatric services within Allied Services.
ABOUT TEAM ALLIED SERVICES
This is the 15th year of the charity campaign benefitting Allied Services, a non-profit health system dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, life-changing injuries, and chronic illnesses. To learn more about Team Allied Services or to donate, visit alliedservices.org/teamallied or call 570.348.1275.
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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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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