Nov 23, 2016 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Holiday, Keystone Grand Ballroom
Join us to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Eve!
WILKES-BARRE, PA (November 23, 2016) – Mohegan Sun Pocono is the place to be this Christmas and New Year’s Eve! With festivities throughout the day, there is something for everyone with live music, holiday dining specials, champagne toasts and so much more. Join us as we spread Christmas cheer and countdown to 2017!
Christmas Specials
After 4:00pm on Christmas Eve and all day on Christmas Day, enjoy Rustic Kitchen’s special holiday menu including seafood bisque to start, an appetizer of clams casino or crab and artichoke salad, and for an entrée, the choice of crab stuffed haddock with lemon beurre blanc, fresh herb seared seabass with tomato cous cous and filet mignon with shrimp scampi sauce.
At Betty and Joe’s, enjoy a medium coffee for $1.00 with a purchase of a slice of pie or cake.
Ben and Jerry’s will offer free sprinkles with a purchase of any ice cream.
At Wetzel’s Pretzels, purchase an almond bitz and receive free sweet glaze dip.
New Year’s Eve 2017
Countdown to 2017! Start the celebrations early and enjoy the Noon Year’s Eve countdown and complimentary toast at Noon.
Before the clock strikes Midnight, come ring in the New Year at Bash in the Ballroom in the Keystone Grand Ballroom from 10:00pm to 1:00am! No admission necessary, dance the year away to Who’s Bad – a tribute to Michael Jackson. In addition, don’t miss the champagne toast with party favors at Midnight on the casino floor.
* Guests Must Be 21 Years Old To Enter This Event.
Live music will also be available at other venues: Start your night listening to Ruth’s Chris Jazz trio at Ruth’s Chris Steak House from 6:30pm to 12:30am, at 9:00pm hang out with Gerald Demarco at Elixir or have a laugh with Stephanie Peters at Wise Crackers Comedy Club, party on with Shorty Long and The Jersey Horns from 9:30pm to 1:30am at Breakers and continue the celebration with Grace’s Downfall at Bar Louie from 10:00pm to 1:30am.
The celebrations continue with restaurants offering specials throughout the day and night! Enjoy delicious deals including:
New Year’s Eve:
Rustic Kitchen will feature lobster bisque, colossal crab cocktail, 12 oz. lobster tail with drawn butter, beef wellington with port demi glaze and seafood ravioli with saffron cream sauce.
At Betty and Joe’s, purchase any featured pastry and receive a medium coffee for $1.00.
Ben and Jerry’s will offer free sprinkles with any ice cream purchase.
At Wetzel’s Pretzels, purchase an almond bitz and receive free sweet glaze dip.
New Year’s Day:
Start the New Year with Betty & Joe’s featured items!
At Ben and Jerry’s, purchase any ice cream and receive free sprinkles.
Wetzel’s Pretzels will offer free sweet glaze dip with a purchase of almond bitz.
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 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.
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 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.
Aug 24, 2016 | Entertainment, General News, Keystone Grand Ballroom
With special guests American Authors
WILKES-BARRE, PA (August 24, 2016) – A Denver-based foursome, The Fray formed in 2002 and achieved national success in 2005 with their debut self-titled release, selling over four million albums and 20 million singles worldwide, including the multi-platinum hit songs “You Found Me,” “Over My Head (Cable Car)” and “How To Save A Life.” The Fray struck a huge chord with audiences and turned their organic grassroots efforts into major success, earning a total of four Grammy nominations.
The Fray is set to perform inside the Keystone Grand Ballroom on Saturday, November 5th, with Rock band American Authors to open as special guests. Doors will open at 7:00pm and show time is 8:00pm.
Ticket prices start at $37.50 and will be on sale Friday, August 26th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster.com. Ticketmaster customers may purchase tickets by logging on to ticketmaster.com or calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number at 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available for purchase, free of service fees, at the Mohegan Sun Pocono Box Office.
The group’s current and fourth album Helios (2014) was released on Epic Records, with a signature sound that features electronic instruments, drum samples, enormous backing vocals and production assistance from Stuart Price and Ryan Tedder. The album received early critical acclaim from the Denver Post as well as Billboard, which hailed its “bare emotion bolstered by echoing backing vocals and unexpected twang.”
The Fray has recently performed “Love Don’t Die” on the Today Show, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2014 and Jimmy Kimmel Live! The Fray’s forthcoming album Through the Years, The Best of The Fray, their first career-spanning compilation, will be released November 4th on Epic Records.
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.
