Apr 8, 2019 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Sports
WILKES-BARRE, PA – (April 8, 2019) – Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Sunday, April 28th event at Mohegan Sun Pocono with Saquon Barkley has been cancelled.
Mohegan Sun Pocono’s full events & entertainment calendar can also be found at: MSP Entertainment
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 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 over 80 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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Mar 19, 2019 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Party on the Patio, Special Events
WILKES-BARRE, PA (March 19, 2019) – Party on the Patio at Mohegan Sun Pocono is back and better than ever! Northeast Pennsylvania’s top spot for live entertainment is keeping the party going for two extra weeks by extending Party on the Patio from June 20th – August 29th. Every Thursday, guests can dance the night away with some of the most exciting tribute bands in the country, including 7800 Fahrenheit and A Proud Monkey – two bands who are proud natives of NEPA. Guests can also enjoy delicious food trucks and drink specials all summer long.
Doors open for Party on the Patio at 6:30pm and the bands start at 7:30pm. All attendees must be 21 and over.
Featured bands for Party on the Patio are as follows:
6/20/19 7800 Fahrenheit, a tribute to Bon Jovi
6/27/19 Parrot Beach, a tribute to Jimmy Buffett
7/4/19 Black Dog, a tribute to Led Zeppelin
7/11/19 Dean Ford & Beautiful Ones, a tribute to Prince
7/18/19 Tusk, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac
7/25/19 New York Bee Gees, a tribute to the Bee Gees
8/1/19 Crazy on You, a tribute to Heart
8/8/19 A Proud Monkey, a tribute to Dave Matthews Band
8/15/19 Tramps Like Us, a tribute to Bruce Springsteen
8/22/19 Draw the Line, a tribute to Aerosmith
8/29/19 Rubicon, a tribute to Journey
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 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 over 80 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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Mar 13, 2019 | Entertainment, General News, Keystone Grand Ballroom, Special Events, Sports
WHAT: Professional football superstar and 2019 Offensive Rookie of the Year Saquon Barkley joins Mohegan Sun Pocono for a special moderated Q&A session with WNEP’s Jim Coles.
WHEN/WHERE: Sunday, March 24th
Noon – Wristband Distribution
3:00pm – Event begins
Keystone Grand Ballroom
IN DETAIL: On Sunday, March 24th get in the zone when Football Superstar and Offensive Rookie of the Year, Saquon Barkley stops by Mohegan Sun Pocono. At 3:00pm join the star athlete as he participates in a question and answer session moderated by WNEP’s Jim Coles.
Saquon Barkley thrilled football fans everywhere in his 2018-2019 rookie season, where he played all 16 games, scoring 15 touchdowns and running for 1,307 yards, while adding 721 yards receiving. These marks resulted in First-Team All-Pro honors, a Pro-Bowl selection, as well as Rookie of the Year. Barkley’s collegiate career was played at Penn State University where in three seasons (2015 – 2017) in the Big Ten, he amassed more than 5,000 total yards from scrimmage while scoring 51 times.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is wristband-only. A limited number of wristbands will be distributed at the Keystone Grand Ballroom at Noon. Guests may not form a line before 11:00am on the day of the event.
*All media requests to attend must be approved in advance. Please reach out to Charisse Huff at [email protected]
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 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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Feb 20, 2019 | Entertainment, General News, Keystone Grand Ballroom, Reality Check, Special Events
WHAT: Dancing with the Stars fan favorites Jenna Johnson and Val Chmerkovskiy join Mohegan Sun Pocono for a special Reality Check event!
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, March 29th in the Keystone Grand Ballroom
6:00pm – Wristband distribution begins
8:00pm – Live performance and Q&A
9:00pm – Meet & Greet
IN DETAIL: See the power of love through dance when Mohegan Sun Pocono’s Reality Check presents newly-engaged pro dancers Jenna Johnson and Val Chmerkovskiy on March 29th starting at 8:00pm. See a stunning performance with these Dancing with the Stars champions along with a moderated Q&A and autograph session in The Keystone Grand Ballroom.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is wristband-only. A limited number of wristbands will be distributed at the signing location at 6:00pm. Talent will be signing copies of headshots distributed at the event or one personal memorabilia per person. Signing personalization is prohibited. An in-house photographer will be taking photos. There will be no personal photos.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 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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Feb 13, 2019 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Holiday, Special Events
WILKES-BARRE, PA (February 13, 2019) – It’s St. Patrick’s Day at Mohegan Sun Pocono and Molly O’Sheas is the home base for all things green and gold. The Irish Pub & Eatery is offering specials and live entertainment from Friday, March 15th to Sunday, March 17th.
Food specials feature a variety of Irish-inspired classics:
- Drunken Beef Fries – whiskey-braised beef topped with waffle fries and slathered in sharp cheese sauce
- Smashed Red Bliss Potato Dippers – whole red bliss potatoes smashed and fried to perfection with a duo of dipping sauces
- Corned Beef and Rumbledethumps – chunked corned beef served with a casserole of potato, onion, and cabbage, topped with melted cheese accompanies with grain mustard
- Guinness Fish and Chips – Guinness-battered fried fish served with waffle fries, coleslaw and tartar sauce
Molly O’Sheas is also welcoming the return of the Reuben Challenge. Order a 4lb Reuben (valued at $29.99) and if it’s eaten in 60 minutes or less, the Reuben is free. Those who complete the challenge also receive a free t-shirt.
Pair the festive food specials with St. Paddy’s inspired drinks:
- Black Magic – Power’s Gold Label Whiskey, grenadine, lime juice, muddled blackberries, topped with Guinness
- Irish Eyes – Slane Irish whiskey, green crème de menthe, and cream, garnished with a cherry
- Luck of the Irish – Bailey’s Irish Crème, Kahlua, Frangelico, and almond milk
- Bloody Molly – Bloody Mary topped with Guinness and garnished with bacon (available Saturday and Sunday, Noon – 4:00pm)
Molly O’Sheas’ regular drink specials are another way to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day weekend. On Friday, guests can enjoy happy hour with 1/2 off draft beer from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. From 7:00pm – Midnight, Guinness drafts are only $3.00. Saturday from Noon – 7:00pm, bottles of Coors Light are $2.50 and happy hour starts at 7:00pm with 1/2 off all drinks. All day Sunday, celebrate with $8.00 Miller Lite Pitchers.
It wouldn’t be a celebration at Molly O’Sheas without live entertainment! Mama’s Black Sheep kick off the holiday weekend with a performance from 9:00pm – Midnight. On Saturday, Chasing Ashlee Duo performs from 9:00pm – Midnight. Sunday’s celebration wraps up with a live DJ and karaoke from 8:00pm – 11:00pm.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 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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Feb 1, 2019 | General News, Shopping, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Open to the public on the 1st floor of the Hotel; Mohegan Sun Pocono’s Signature Spa Will Offer Daily Specials & Free Gifts Throughout February
WILKES-BARRE, PA (February 1, 2019) – Spa Sapphire is excited to announce the 
five year Anniversary of its fully operational and multi-faceted luxury Salon and Day Spa. Guests will be able to take advantage of special promotions throughout February, as well as have a shot at winning a free gift with their spa service visit. Highlights include: dessert & wine added on to any service for only $5.00 per person, 30% off body wraps, a special couples pedicure offering and much more. Spa Sapphire also offers a 25% discount Monday-Friday year-round for anyone living within a 20-mile radius.
Spa Sapphire, open to the public and owned & operated by Angie and Larry Morgan, is the third exclusive Sapphire Salon and Spa Location. The first being The Sapphire Salon and Destination Spa, the Sapphire Signature location in the heart of Pittston, PA and The Sapphire Salon & Spa: An AVEDA Concept Salon & Lifestyle Store located at The Shoppes at Montage in Moosic, PA.
Spa Sapphire boasts over 4,000 Square feet of unsurpassed services and endless luxury. Using a truly unique concept, Spa Sapphire invites you to “journey” through our one of a kind beauty & wellness offerings for “the most brilliant experience under the sun.” The “Journey to Relaxation” begins in the Himalayan Salt Sauna and Exotic Mud Chamber with Rain Shower Cascade & Steam before indulging in a relaxing massage and blissful body treatments. Loved ones are invited to share in the experience with the “Journey of Togetherness” for two, which features relaxing bath treatments, couples massages and facials for two in the privacy of your own luxurious suite. The “Journey to Radiance” allows you to experience a world-class, exquisite array of skin care treatments and facials designed to reveal your inner & outer glow.
Your “Journey of the Senses” will transport you to a place of ultimate pampering while experiencing a signature manicure & pedicure services using essential oils and fresh dried herbs. Take your sensory experience to the height of luxury with a $500 Sapphire Diamond Manicure or Pedicure Package. Your “Journey to Beauty” begins with a talented designer hair team and includes a stress relieving scalp massage and makeup finishing touch. Take your beauty experience to the next level with the $1200 Spa Sapphire Makeover Package.
The classically male men’s salon, featuring our “Journey for Men”, is the perfect retreat for the ultimate experience in men’s grooming care. Rooted in earth elements, such as stone, wood, glass, leather, bronze and nickel, the private men’s salon offers an array of exclusive services.
Experience the best of all Spa Sapphire has to offer with the “Journey Around the World” sampler packages, featuring head-to-toe themed services, products, techniques and lunch from 12 destinations around the world. Stamp your “passport” by experiencing different “Journey Around the World” packages to receive rewards.
During Spa Sapphire’s Anniversary month of February 2019, guests can enjoy special promotions each day of the week on some of the most popular services. Plus, “Spin to Win” a free gift with your service visit! And receive a free gift with a $75 Aveda retail purchase. For all of the daily specials planned in February as part of Spa Sapphire’s 5th Anniversary, visit: Spa Sapphire 5th Anniversary
*Call the Spa Concierge Team 570-270-5555 for reservations | thesapphiresalon.com
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 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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