Nov 15, 2016 | General News, Holiday
Celebrate the season on November 30th!
WHAT:
Join us for a special evening of family fun as we celebrating the lighting of our holiday tree!
WHEN:
Wednesday, November 30th
Main Casino Entrance
Festivities begin at 6:00pm
IN DETAIL:
Join Mohegan Sun Pocono for a holiday celebration like no other on Wednesday, November 30th. Enjoy the holiday spirit and tradition of Christmas with activities that the whole family will love! This remarkable night of Christmas cheer will include complimentary cocoa and cookies, an appearance by Santa and TUX from the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins, a bonfire, fantastic performances by our choir and the Ballet Northeast who will perform excerpts from the Nutcracker. Plus, stop by our valet lobby to hear music from students in the NEPA Philharmonic mentor program!
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 (
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Nov 10, 2016 | General News, Keystone Grand Ballroom
WHAT:
Join us for a casting call for the CBS reality show Survivor on Tuesday, December 20th at Mohegan Sun Pocono!
WHEN/WHERE:
Tuesday, December 20th
10:00am to 2:00pm – Casting call for Survivor
*Note: Guests may not line up prior to 8:00am
Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Sun Pocono
Registration in Salon CDE, Keystone Grand Ballroom
Auditions in Salon F, Keystone Grand Ballroom
IN DETAIL:
Do you have what it takes to outwit, outplay and outlast? You’ll have a chance to find out when CBS’s Survivor holds an open casting call at Mohegan Sun Pocono’s Keystone Grand Ballroom on Tuesday, December 20th from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Don’t miss your chance to become a castaway in the running for $1 million dollars!
*Must be 21 years of age or older to participate in the casting call.
Eligibility requirements and applications are available at:
http://www.pahomepage.com/survivor-casting-call-2016.
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.
Nov 7, 2016 | Food & Beverage, General News, Holiday
Holiday dining specials Thursday, November 24th
WILKES-BARRE, PA (November 7, 2016) – Celebrate this Thanksgiving with Mohegan Sun Pocono and be thankful for no cooking and cleaning! On November 24th, come to Mohegan Sun Pocono to feast on delicious dining options at your favorite restaurants including Rustic Kitchen Bistro and Bar, Timbers Buffet, Betty and Joe’s, Wetzel’s Pretzels and Ben and Jerry’s!
The award-winning Italian Mediterranean-influenced Rustic Kitchen Bistro and Bar will offer a special holiday menu including:
- Creamy corn and shrimp soup
- Pear salad with craisins, gorgonzola, spiced walnuts and white balsamic vinaigrette
- Roasted chicken ravioli with light tomato sauce
- Turkey dinner featuring a traditional turkey with sausage stuffing, mashed potatoes carrots and cranberry relish
Enjoy a bountiful Thanksgiving meal that the whole family will love at Timbers Buffet. Timbers Buffet will feature traditional holiday favorites and unique specialties including:
- Apple rosemary baked chicken
- Cherry bourbon glazed ham
- Yukon gold mashed potatoes
- Sweet potato mashed with caramel and marshmallow topping
- Pa Dutch style stuffing
- Hamburger stuffing
- Oven roasted turkey breast and turkey thighs
- Garlic herb breadstick
- Herb roasted potatoes and apple cider scented Brussel sprouts with applewood smoked bacon
- Traditional turkey giblet gravy
- Cranberry sauce
- Baked potatoes
- Cinnamon sugar dusted sweet potatoes
- Dessert: Rum raisin bread pudding, coconut cream panna cotta, pumpkin cheesecake brownies, cous cous mango mousse, pumpkin roll and shoe fly pie
Relax at the end of the day and enjoy a treat at Betty and Joe’s inside the Food Court. Purchase a slice of pumpkin pie and receive a hot or cold apple cider for 50% off.
Wetzel’s Pretzels also has a special Thanksgiving Day offer! Purchase an almond bitz and receive a free sweet glaze dip.
Or, if you’re feeling something cooler, visit Ben and Jerry’s inside the Food Court and purchase any ice cream to receive free sprinkles.
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.
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Sep 22, 2016 | Entertainment, General News, Keystone Grand Ballroom
A Halloween party on October 29th
WILKES-BARRE, PA (September 22, 2016) – It’s that time again, Boo Bash is back at Mohegan Sun Pocono! Join us for a wicked good time celebrating Halloween with a costume contest, live entertainment, dancing, spooktacular drinks including the Boo Bash drink special, Mali-Boo!, great prizes and more! Hosted by The River 105, Boo Bash will take place in the Keystone Grand Ballroom from 7:00pm to 12:00am on Saturday, October 29th. Witches, wizards and all scary creatures are welcome!
Registration for the costume contest will begin at 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Judging will then take place from 9:00pm to 10:00pm, with winners announced at 10:30pm. Live entertainment will feature Sweet Pepper and The Long Hots, so come dressed in your spooky best and let’s have a frightfully good time!
Group and Individual Costume Prizes:
1st Place: $1,000 cash.
2nd Place: $500 cash.
3rd Place: $250 cash.
4th Place: $150 cash.
5th Place: $100 cash.
Guests must be over 21 years of age to attend.
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 12, 2016 | Entertainment, General News, Keystone Grand Ballroom
Presenting PNC Pops Concerts
WILKES-BARRE, PA (September 12, 2016) – Bringing their irresistible, toe-tapping, finger snapping and popular works to the Keystone Grand Ballroom, the NEPA Philharmonic will be presenting their PNC Pops Series consisting of three shows over the next few months. This season, their Pops series will take you on a journey from great movie themes, through the bright lights of Broadway and to Jazz clubs of the swing era. The NEPA Philharmonic celebrates Classical Orchestral music’s relevance to Pop culture, and truly enriches and engages the audience with their artistic excellence.
Wicked Divas – PNC Pop I
On Saturday, October 8th, join us for a Wicked-good evening of Diva showstoppers from the world of Broadway, Opera and Pop! The evening will feature Elphaba and Glinda from the Tony Award-winning production of Wicked. In addition to the untold tale of the witches of Oz, the program includes favorites from Gypsy, Ragtime, Titanic and Carmen. You’re sure to love their bewitching and bedazzling performance! Guest artists include Julia Murney and Emily Rozek, and doors will open at 7:00pm, with the first series performance beginning at 8:00pm.
A Night At The Oscars – PNC Pops II
As Hollywood prepares for the annual Academy Awards, join the NEPA Philharmonic in celebrating past Oscar-winning movies and scores. From John Williams to John Barry, you’ll hear unforgettable music from films like Titanic, Gone With the Wind, Schindler’s List, The Godfather, Out of Africa, Star Wars and more! Maestro Loh and the Philharmonic musicians will bring their flair to some of the most cherished and honored movie scores. This second series performance will take place on Saturday, February 4th at 8:00pm.
The Piano Men – PNC Pop III
On Saturday, April 1st at 8:00pm, the third and final series, The Piano Men, will rock the night away to the epic music of Billy Joel and Elton John! The Philharmonic, and the Rock group Piano Men, will join forces to give you the songs of Billy and Elton in full symphonic glory. Guest artist, Joe Boucher, and his group will perform such favorites as: Allentown, Don’t Go Breaking My Heart, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Rocket Man and New York State of Mind. The wow factor or this concert is off the charts!
*All show tickets are currently on sale now through the NEPA Philharmonic website.
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 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.
