Embers Terrace Set to Host Game Day Tailgate Parties for the Upcoming Football Season

Embers Terrace Set to Host Game Day Tailgate Parties for the Upcoming Football Season

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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Kentucky Derby Party Featuring a Special Edition of Party on the Patio Returns to Mohegan Pennsylvania

Kentucky Derby Party Featuring a Special Edition of Party on the Patio Returns to Mohegan Pennsylvania

Food trucks, mint juleps, contests, promotions, live music and much more to take place on Saturday, May 4th

WILKES-BARRE, PA (April 2, 2024) – With the 150th Kentucky Derby taking place on Saturday, May 4th, Mohegan Pennsylvania is set to host a Kentucky Derby Party like never before! Beginning at 2:00pm, this annual event will provide guests with an opportunity to indulge in delicious bites, try various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, participate in a Hat Revue for a chance to win up to a $500 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card and join in on a promotion where guests can win up to $1,000 in free wagers. Additionally, a special edition of Party on the Patio will take place after the race! There is no cover for the Kentucky Derby Party and Party on the Patio.

The Kentucky Derby Party will feature Coors Light, Blue Moon, a variety of seltzers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages. Guests can also enjoy the official cocktail of the Kentucky Derby, the Mint Julep, with an opportunity to upgrade to a specialty 150th Anniversary Kentucky Derby glass while supplies last. Those looking to grab a quick bite can head over to the Burger Bus and Eat Up Now food trucks where a variety of mouthwatering options will be available. Guests can stop by the Best Cigar Pub booth where a live cigar roller will be in action and a selection of cigars will be available for purchase. Additionally, guests can relax and listen to acoustic music by Ken Norton from 2:00pm – 6:00pm.

Throughout the day, the Spa Sapphire team will be set up in the racing lobby and assisting guests with Derby Day essentials. Additionally, guests can explore Spa Sapphire’s exquisite five-star services and plan a day of luxurious self-care.

The Hat Revue is back, and guests have an opportunity to compete for lucrative prizes! Registration for the Hat Revue will be from 4:00pm – 6:00pm in the racing lobby. Top prizes include a $500 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card that will be awarded to the “Best Couple” or “Group Themed Hats”. Winners of the “Most Classic Derby Hat” and “Most Creative Hat” categories will each receive a $250 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card. Mohegan Pennsylvania gift cards can be redeemed towards an overnight stay, divine dining choices and incredible shopping selections across the property.

Beginning at 10:00am on Friday, May 3rd, Mohegan Pennsylvania will accept advanced Kentucky Derby wagers in Simulcast and tellers will be available to assist. Beginning at 10:00am on Saturday, May 4th, Simulcast will be self-service but guests can place wagers with tellers at the upper-level Pacer’s Clubhouse betting windows. No live harness racing meets are scheduled for May 4th but Simulcast wagering will be available for all tracks with live meets including Churchill Downs throughout the day. All guests must be 18 years or older to place wagers at the indoor Simulcast location.

Mohegan Pennsylvania is holding a promotion where guests who wager $100 or more with a teller on any race will receive one entry for every $100 wagered. Guests must place these entries into one of the 20 boxes located in the racing lobby based on who they think will win the Kentucky Derby. At approximately 6:57pm, the Kentucky Derby will begin, televised on the outdoor jumbo screen and indoor racing TVs. At the conclusion of the race, four winners will be selected out of the corresponding boxes of the official top four finishers. The selected first-place box winner will receive $1,000 in free wagers valid for Preakness Stakes on Saturday, May 18th. Second – fourth place winners will receive $500, $250 and $100 in free wagers, respectively.

Immediately following the end of the Kentucky Derby broadcast, The River 105 and 103.5’s DJ Tommy will take the stage to emcee Party on the Patio. This special edition Party on the Patio will take place from 7:30pm – 10:00pm and will feature Philadelphia Freedom, a tribute to Elton John. Mohegan Pennsylvania recently announced that this year’s Party on the Patio will feature a record-breaking 22 weeks of shows. For more information, visit moheganpa.com/potp.

Guests must be 21 years of age or older to access the Kentucky Derby Party and Party on the Patio. Additionally, most areas of Mohegan Pennsylvania are restricted to guests 21 years of age and older, including the hotel, gaming areas, and several restaurants. Valid, unexpired photo identification is required (driver’s license, passport, military ID). Expired identification will not be accepted. Wristbands issued for the event are not valid for the gaming floor. All persons, bags and personal items are subject to inspection. No portable chairs are permitted.

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 67,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,700 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, and follow us on X or Instagram.

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Mohegan Pennsylvania to Host “The Rematch Watch Party” Featuring a Meet & Greet with Brian Westbrook at The Hive Taphouse on Monday, November 20th

Enjoy drink specials, half-priced appetizers and giveaways throughout the night

WHAT: Former Philadelphia professional football star, Brian Westbrook, is set to make a special appearance at The Hive Taphouse during The Rematch Watch Party at Mohegan Pennsylvania. Guests can enjoy drink specials, half-priced appetizers and special giveaways all while watching the Philadelphia vs. Kansas City professional football game. This event is free and open to the public.

WHEN/WHERE: Monday, November 20th

Doors: 7:00pm

Kickoff: 8:15pm

The Hive Taphouse

IN DETAIL: Starting at 7:00pm, guests can head over to The Hive Taphouse to enjoy food & drink specials including half-priced appetizers, $3 beer specials (Corona, Corona Light and Coors Light), $4 Blue Moons and $5 Black Cherry White Claws. From 8:00pm – 10:00pm guests can meet and greet with Brian Westbrook, watch Philadelphia vs. Kansas City in the ultimate rematch, and enjoy exclusive giveaways featuring memorabilia from Philadelphia’s professional football team.

Brian Westbrook started his football journey as a Division 1-AA college running back in 1997. After graduating from college, Philadelphia’s professional football team drafted Westbrook in the third round of the 2002 Draft. In 2007, Westbrook led the league in total yards from scrimmage with a total of 2,104. In 2010, he ended his career in Philadelphia and signed with San Francisco’s professional football team until 2012, when Westbrook retired from professional football as a member of Philadelphia’s professional football team. During his nine year professional football career, Westbrook accumulated 6,335 rushing yards, 41 rushing touchdowns, 442 receptions, 3,941 receiving yards and 30 receiving touchdowns.

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 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 67,000 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, download our app and view us on YouTube.

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Big Game Bonanza at Mohegan Pennsylvania Includes Complimentary Trip to Pro Football’s Main Event

Momentum members can earn entries now through September 29th

WILKES-BARRE, PA (September 5, 2023) – Football fans at Mohegan Pennsylvania are one swipe away from the trip of a lifetime, courtesy of the Big Game Bonanza. The Grand Prize winner will receive a package for two that includes travel, an overnight stay at Mohegan Casino Las Vegas, located at the center of the action, and tickets to professional football’s championship game on February 11, 2024! Leading up to the Grand Prize drawing, 90 winners will be selected to receive either $100 or $500 Free Slot Play.

From now through Friday, September 29th, Momentum members can earn one entry towards the Big Game Bonanza for every Status Point earned while playing slot or table games at Mohegan Pennsylvania with a valid Momentum card. Momentum members can earn 8x the number of entries every Sunday and Thursday in September. On Saturday, September 16th, the number of entries Momentum members earn will be multiplied by 58x!

The Big Game Bonanza Drawings will take place on Friday, September 29th from 6:00pm – 11:00pm. From 6:00pm – 9:30pm, ten winners will be chosen every 30 minutes and will each receive $100 Free Slot Play. At 10:00pm, ten winners will receive $500 Free Slot Play. The Grand Prize winner will be selected to receive the ultimate Big Game prize package at 10:30pm! At 11:00pm, a second chance drawing will take place and one lucky Momentum Member actively playing slot or tables games will win all unclaimed prizes. Momentum members must activate their entries by playing slot or table games each hour before the drawings with a valid Momentum card. For more information about the activation schedule for Big Game Bonanza, visit the Mohegan Pennsylvania website.

Momentum is Mohegan Pennsylvania’s free rewards program that awards Momentum Dollars to spend on dining, shopping, hotel stays, spa treatments and more. Guests can join Momentum at any Casino Cashier at Mohegan Pennsylvania. To learn more about Momentum, visit moheganpa.com/momentum.

Guests can visit the Casino Cashier at Mohegan Pennsylvania for official rules and complete details of the Big Game Bonanza.

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 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 67,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,700 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, download our app and view us on YouTube.

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Kentucky Derby Celebration Returns to Mohegan Pennsylvania

On Saturday, May 6th, Kentucky Derby enthusiasts can enjoy live music, food trucks, mint juleps, a Hat Revue contest and plenty more!

WILKES-BARRE, PA (April 25, 2023)– The Kentucky Derby Celebration is back at Mohegan Pennsylvania! This much anticipated annual party gets started at 2:00pm on Saturday, May 6th when outdoor beverage windows and food trucks open. Registration for the Hat Revue starts at 4:00pm, and guests will compete for up to $500 in Mohegan Pennsylvania gift cards. The Kentucky Derby celebration at Mohegan Pennsylvania is free for all fans age 21+ to enjoy.

Outdoor beverage windows at the Kentucky Derby Celebration will offer mint juleps, Coors Light, Blue Moon, and a variety of seltzers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages. Two of Pennsylvania’s best food trucks, Ray’s Porketta and Jitty Joe’s Homemade Ice Cream, will be stationed outside for the celebration. There will be live music by The JOB and Light up the Moon starting at 2:00pm. Guests can also participate in the NEPA Cornhole Tournaments throughout the afternoon on the track infield.

It’s contest time! Guests can bring their greatest Churchill Downs inspired hats for a chance to win great prizes. Registration for the Hat Revue will be from 4:00pm – 6:00pm, and there are three different prizes that guests can win. The top prize includes a $500 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card that will be awarded to the Best Dressed Couple. The other two categories are Most Classic and Most Creative, each awarding a $250 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card. Mohegan Pennsylvania gift cards can be redeemed towards an overnight stay, tantalizing dining choices and incredible shopping selections across the property.

At approximately 6:57pm, the Kentucky Derby will begin, televised on the outdoor jumbo screen and indoor racing TV’s. Mohegan Pennsylvania will also be accepting advance wagers for the Kentucky Derby on Friday, May 5th. There will be no live harness racing meets scheduled for May 6th but simulcast wagering will be available for all tracks with live meets including Churchill Downs throughout the day. All guests must be 18 years or older to place wagers at the indoor simulcast location.

For more details on this event, visit: Kentucky Derby Celebration at Mohegan Pennsylvania

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 237-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 67,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, more than 1,700 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 Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.

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Kentucky Derby Celebration Returns to Mohegan Sun Pocono

On Saturday, May 7th, Kentucky Derby enthusiasts and live racing fans can enjoy food trucks, Mint Juleps, Beer specials, a Hat Revue contest and plenty more!

Returning for the first time since 2019 will be the Kentucky Derby Celebration at the Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono (MSP). While the Downs will be open for racing wagers (18 or older) beginning at 10:00am, this much anticipated party really gets started at Noon when outdoor beverage windows and food trucks open. Also beginning at Noon is registration for a Hat Revue where participants will compete to take home great prizes under the categories “Most Classic”, “Most Creative”, and “Best Dressed Couple.” WNEP TV’s Ryan Leckey will be on-hand as the special guest judge for this contest! Live racing at the racetrack begins at 1:30pm. This Kentucky Derby Celebration at MSP does not have an admission fee.

Outdoor beverage windows at Mohegan Sun Pocono’s Kentucky Derby Celebration will offer Mint Juleps, Coors Light, Blue Moon, White Claw, spirits, various mixed drinks and non-alcoholic beverages. And three of PA’s best food trucks, Eat Up Now, Hot Potatoes and 2 Wayz One Passion, will be stationed outside for the celebration.

Guests can also bring their greatest Churchill Downs inspired hats for a chance to win great prizes. Registration for the Hat Revue will be from Noon – 4:30pm, and there are three different prizes that guests can win. With WNEP-TV’s Ryan Leckey serving as the special guest judge, a top prize the includes a $500.00 Mohegan Sun Pocono gift card along with a $200.00 racing voucher will be awarded to the Best Dressed Couple. The other two categories are Most Classic and Most Creative, each awarding a $250.00 gift card and a $100.00 racing voucher.

Ryan Leckey is an Emmy-award-winning content creator and one of the most well-known TV personalities in Pennsylvania. Leckey hosts “Leckey Live,” every weekday on WNEP-TV, where he has been since 2005.  In addition to keeping audiences engaged and updated on social media as well, Leckey also heads up “Ryan’s Run,” a charity campaign benefitting children and adults with disabilities at Allied Services Integrated Health System.

At 6:57pm, the Kentucky Derby will begin, televised on the outdoor jumbo screen and indoor racing TV’s. Mohegan Sun Pocono will also be accepting advance wagers for the Kentucky Derby on Friday, May 6th.

The first ever Kentucky Derby took place in 1875, making it the longest running sporting event in the United States. Also known as “The Run for the Roses”, the  popular race features 3-year-old racehorses and has had some incredible moments in its storied history. One of those moments came in 2018, when the Kentucky Derby hosted the first leg of the most recent Triple Crown winner, Justify. The Triple Crown is one of the hardest feats in all of sports, requiring the same horse to win the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes in the same season. It has only been accomplished 13 times.

For more details on this event, visit: Kentucky Derby Celebration at the Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono

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 nearly 60 live table games, over 1900 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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