Mar 23, 2015 | Entertainment
The acrobats will perform in the Keystone Grand Ballroom on June 6th
Recognized throughout the world as the premier Chinese acrobatic touring company of today, the Golden Dragon Acrobats will bring their award-winning talents to the Keystone Grand Ballroom on Saturday, June 6, 2015.
Tickets for this event will go on sale on Friday, March 27th and will be sold for $45.00, $25.00 and $15.00 through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may purchase tickets by logging on to ticketmaster.com; calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visiting any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets are also available at the Mohegan Sun Pocono Box Office.
Since spending 5 weeks on Broadway, the Golden Dragon Acrobats continue to represent the best of a time honored tradition that began more than twenty-five centuries ago. The reputation of the company is solidly rooted in a commitment to the highest of production values and an attention to artistic details that is unparalleled in the art form. World-renowned impresario Danny Chang and choreographer Angela Chang combine unparalleled acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to present a show of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty. The Golden Dragon Acrobats are a seven-time recipient of the National Association of Campus Activities “Entertainer of the Year” Award, the Campus Activities Today’s “Performer of the Year” Award and, most recently, two most prestigious New York Drama Desk Award nominations for their Broadway performances. With these awards, the Golden Dragon Acrobats remain the only Chinese acrobatic company touring year-round in the United States.
For more information on the Golden Dragon Acrobats, please visit their website.
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, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Mar 17, 2015 | Entertainment
The iconic Pop Rock band will play in the Keystone Grand Ballroom on May 23rd
Blues Traveler will bring their high energy performance and top hits like “Hook,” “Run-Around” and “But Anyway,” to the stage in the Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Sun Pocono on Saturday, May 23rd at 8:00pm.
Tickets for this event will go on sale on Friday, March 20th and will be sold for $50.00, $30.00 and $20.00 through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may purchase tickets by logging on to ticketmaster.com; calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visiting any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets are also available at the Mohegan Sun Pocono Box Office.
It’s not every band that’s still staking out new musical territory and embracing fresh challenges more than 25 years into their career, but that’s the case with Blues Traveler. Having long ago graduated from the jam-band underground to mainstream stardom, the iconoclastic combo has consistently stuck to its guns and played by its own rules. Blues Traveler’s trademark sound was electrifying fans around the world, to the tune of approximately 30 million people and upwards of 6,000 live shows over the band’s 25 year history. Beyond the commercial success of their recordings, which have sold in excess of 13 million combined units worldwide, Blues Traveler has long been known for the creative use of segues, multiple song mash-ups and extensive instrumental jams in their live performances. With their upcoming album Blow Up The Moon, John Popper and the band are back with new material and old favorites, continuing to make their mark on Pop music. For more information on the band, click here for their biography.
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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, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Mar 2, 2015 | Entertainment
Live will hit the stage inside the Keystone Grand Ballroom on May 16th
Mohegan Sun Pocono will host Pennsylvania-native band, Live, at the Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Sun Pocono on Saturday, May 16th at 8:00pm!
Tickets for this event will go on sale on Friday, March 6th and will be sold for $50.00, $30.00 and $20.00 through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may purchase tickets by logging on to ticketmaster.com; calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visiting any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets are also available free of service charges at the Mohegan Sun Pocono Box Office.
The American Rock band Live burst on to the burgeoning Alternative scene in 1991 with their major label debut, Mental Jewelry. Live’s sophomore set, Throwing Copper, solidified their status as bona fide superstars and after fifty-two weeks, it reached #1 on the Billboard Top 200 and eventually surpassed sales of 10 million in merely two years. Rolling Stone and MTV both dubbed the album “One of the 25 Greatest Rock Albums of All-Time.” In their music history, Live has taken the Rock world by storm with top hits such as “Lightning Crashes,” “I Alone,” “All Over You” and “Lakini’s Juice.” Comprised of lead guitarist Chad Taylor, bassist Patrick Dahlheimer and drummer Chad Gracey, they reemerged with their latest effort The Turn, featuring new lead vocalist Chris Shinn and are sure to carry the same poetry, power and passion in their music for years to come.
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-feet 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, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Feb 25, 2015 | Racing
Mohegan Sun Pocono will officially open the stables on Monday, March 2, rather than the planned Sunday, March 1, due to the freezing temperatures and the water supply.
All horsemen are asked to please adjust your schedules to begin arriving on Monday after 8:00am. The water will be tu
We thank you for your understanding, and look forward to a memorable 50th Anniversary season!
Feb 25, 2015 | Racing
The 50th Anniversary Season of Pocono Downs kicks off Saturday, March 21st, and the season promises exciting stakes action; fun fan events; and an anniversary week celebrating the rich history of the track.
The Bobby Weiss Late Closing Series, named for the former Director of Track Maintenance, opens the meet, with the finals set for April 18-22.
Kentucky Derby Day, May 2th, traditionally a huge celebration of racing and partying, will also boast a double-header with two Pocono live race cards. Post Time for the first will be at 11 a.m., and the second will be immediately following the 141st running of the Derby. In between, there will be the Run for the Roses Hat Review; a luscious Champagne Brunch in Pacers Clubhouse; a souvenir photo booth; and Spa Sapphire’s makeup booth.
The $2 million Sun Stakes Saturday is set for July 4th, with the Earl Beal Jr. Memorial Trot; the Ben Franklin Free For All Pace; Max Hempt Memorial; and the James Lynch Memorial contested on this prestigious night of racing. Eliminations are set for June 27th.
Super Stakes Saturday returns to Pocono on anniversary night, August 22, with nearly $2.1 million in purses and the Colonial; the Battle of the Brandywine; and the Valley Forge, along with two consolations for each. Other festivities are planned for the anniversary, to be announced soon.
Racing in the month of March will be Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday, with Sundays added April through June; Fridays jump in the mix in July, August, and September; and from mid-October through closing on November 21, racing nights will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. The schedule is at http://mohegansunpocono.com/racing/schedules.html.
A 50th Anniversary Souvenir Book will be on sale starting March 21st, featuring a look back at 50 years of racing; events; and photos from Pocono Downs. The book is $3 and is available at the Program desk.
Feb 24, 2015 | Entertainment
Join Kansas for their performance at Mohegan Sun Pocono on April 11th
Legendary Rock group, Kansas, will be heading to the Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Sun Pocono on Saturday, April 11th at 8:00pm for what is sure to be an unforgettable performance.
Tickets for this event will go on sale on Friday, February 27th and will be sold for $50.00, $35.00 and $20.00 through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may purchase tickets by logging on to ticketmaster.com; calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visiting any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets are also available at the Mohegan Sun Pocono Box Office.
With smash hits like “Carry On Wayward Son” and “Dust In The Wind,” Kansas has captivated generations of fans for four decades. With eight gold albums, three sextuple-platinum albums, one platinum live album, a million-selling gold single and legions of followers, Kansas appeared on the Billboard charts for over 200 weeks throughout the ‘70’s and ‘80’s and played to sold-out arenas and stadiums throughout North America, Europe and Japan. Coinciding with the celebration of their 40th anniversary, the band Kansas was inducted into both the Kansas Hall of Fame and the Georgia Music Hall of Fame as recognition for their achievements from both their native state and adopted home state. The band, which is currently comprised of original drummer Phil Ehart, bassist/vocalist Billy Greer, keyboardist David Manion, vocalist/keyboardist Ronnie Platt, violinist/guitarist David Ragsdale and original guitarist Richard Williams, continues to perform in front of large and enthusiastic audiences around the world.
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-feet 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, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Feb 23, 2015 | Entertainment
WHAT: 
Mohegan Sun Pocono is excited to welcome back its 5th annual Battle of the Bands competition at Breakers every Thursday from March 12th – May 21st. The selected bands will compete for cash prizes, with a $10,000 Grand Prize to the band that reigns supreme!
WHEN:
Battle of the Bands at Breakers
Thursdays, starting March 12, 2015 – May 21, 2015
8:00pm – Midnight
IN DETAIL:
Now that the entries are in, the competition will begin! Thirty two bands have been selected to join Mohegan Sun Pocono for the 5th year of the Battle of the Bands competition starting March 12th. Join us every Thursday night to enjoy the live music and root for your favorite band. The grand prize winning band will take home $10,000 in cash. The second place band will win $5,000, third place band wins $2,500 and the fourth place band wins $1,000.
Please visit the Mohegan Sun Pocono website soon for the band lineup and schedule.
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-feet 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, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Feb 12, 2015 | Uncategorized
Mohegan Sun Pocono is excited to welcome the world renowned Express Clydesdales to Wilkes-Barre on Friday, March 13th from 4:00pm-6:00pm on the Racetrack for a special event benefiting the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Attendees of this March 13th event can have their photos taken with the horses and buy chances to ride in the wagon around the Racetrack. All proceeds go toward the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. This event is free to the public.
“I look forward to providing this unique opportunity to the community and taking advantage of this exciting time to benefit our local children’s hospital,” said Amy Clegg, Express franchisee.
Then, on March 14th, the Clydesdales will also be marching in the Scranton St. Patrick’s Day Parade and pulling a wagon with a local Children’s Miracle Network family. “We’re really excited to bring the Clydesdales to Scranton and for the public to get a chance to see these world champion gentle giants,” said Jeff Doran, owner of the Express office in Wilkes-Barre.
Known for their rare black and white color, Express Clydesdales were named world champions in the eight-horse hitch and the best cart at the World Clydesdale Show in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 2012. In addition to competing on a national stage, the Express Clydesdales have participated in some of the country’s most recognized parades and promotional events, including the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Tournament of Roses Parade, the Fiesta Bowl Parade, Orange Bowl Parade and Kentucky Derby, among others. The Clydesdales enjoyed a historic moment when they escorted Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge in North America at the Calgary Stampede in 2011.
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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, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Jan 23, 2015 | Uncategorized
WHAT:
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs welcomes Matt Murray, the goalie of the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins, for a meet and greet on February 26th!
WHEN:
Thursday, February 26, 2015
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Sky Bridge
IN DETAIL:
Join Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs for a special Signings & Sightings event with the Penguins’ goalie, Matt Murray! The 20-year-old goalie was drafted by the Penguins in the third round in the 2012 NHL Draft. A native of Ontario, Canada, Murray was one of the best goaltenders in the Ontario Hockey League and continues to be a valuable asset to the Penguins.
This is a bracelet-only event. Bracelet distribution begins at 4:30pm on the Sky Bridge on a first-come, first-served basis. Bracelets must be worn in order to gain entrance into this event.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN AT POCONO DOWNS:
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, 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 at Pocono Downs 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 at Pocono Downs 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.
Jan 15, 2015 | Uncategorized
Valentine’s Day is extra cozy this year with fabulous hotel packages and dining specials!
WILKES-BARRE, PA – Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs spreads the love this Valentine’s Day with packages and deals to make you and your loved one feel special.
During the month of February, indulge in one of the following romantic packages in the hotel:
The relaxing Valentine’s Day Package includes half a dozen chocolate covered strawberries, a bottle of sparkling wine, a $25.00 breakfast in bed credit, a late hotel check-out at Noon and $10.00 in Free Slot Play, per guest and up to two guests only.
Spice up your day with the Valentine’s Day Rustic Kitchen Package with which you receive half a dozen chocolate covered strawberries, a bottle of sparkling wine, a $50.00 Rustic Kitchen dining credit, a $25.00 breakfast in bed credit, a late hotel check-out at Noon and $10.00 in Free Slot Play per guest and up to two guests only.
Spoil yourselves with the Romance Package and receive half a dozen chocolate covered strawberries, a $50.00 credit to enjoy at Spa Sapphire and $10.00 in Free Slot Play per guest and up to two guests only.
Choose the Chocolate Lover’s Package and you cannot go wrong! Enjoy half a dozen chocolate covered strawberries, a specialty chocolate lover’s basket, a $15.00 credit to Ben & Jerry’s and $10.00 in Free Slot Play per guest and up to two guests only.
All hotel packages must be booked three days in advance and are only valid for the month of February. Must be 21 years of age or older.
Enjoy the utmost in luxury with your Valentine at Spa Sapphire. Purchase a gift card from February 8th to February 13th and receive a $35.00 Beauty Voucher!
You can also treat yourself and your significant other to delectable Valentine’s Day dining specials at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs on February 14th!
Rustic Kitchen will be featuring a soup of seafood bisque, an appetizer of seafood tower with crab, shrimp, mango & avocado, entrées of surf & turf with crab stuffed lobster & filet mignon, seafood fradiavolo, stuffed chicken with chorizo sausage & cheeses and for dessert choose red velvet cake with cream cheese icing or chocolate covered strawberry champagne cheesecake.
At Betty & Joe’s, enter a drawing, Sweets for Two, for the chance to win two pastries and two coffees on us. Ben and Jerry’s will offer a buy one scoop, get one scoop free deal. And at Wetzel’s Pretzels, buy one pretzel, get the second for half price.
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Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, 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 at Pocono Downs 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 at Pocono Downs 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.
