Jul 2, 2018 | General News, Hot Summer Fun, Keystone Grand Ballroom, Party on the Patio, Racing, Special Events
From Sunday, July 1st to Sunday, September 2nd
WILKES-BARRE, PA (June 20, 2018) – Summertime is upon us and Mohegan Sun Pocono’s Annual Hot Summer Fun is heating up this year. The 2018 Hot Summer Fun calendar is packed with exciting events, giveaways and promotions. Experience everything from the Mean or Green vehicle giveaway, live performances from the Chippendales, Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone and Country star, Lee Ann Womack, to a meet & greet with NASCAR Daytona 500 Champion Austin Dillon, to every foodie’s favorite food truck festival. Hot Summer Fun kicks off on Sunday, July 1st and sizzles until Sunday, September 2nd!
Mean or Green
Win your choice of a Mean Toyota Tundra 4 X 4 SR5 double cab or Green Toyota Rav 4 Hybrid Limited AWD SUV! Starting July 1st at 6:00am, Momentum members will receive one entry for every Status Point earned through August 31st while playing their favorite slots or table games. On Tuesdays, earn 2X the entries and on Saturday, September 1st earn 10X the entries from 6:00am – 6:59pm. How many entries can you accumulate before the prize drawing on Saturday, September 1st at 7:00pm to win a Mean or Green vehicle?
Mystery Mondays
Win up to $1,500 in Free Slot Play every Monday! Hit the slots and tables every Monday for your chance to win Free Slot Play all summer long. Every Monday starting at 6:00am, play to earn one Status Point, then swipe your Momentum card at any promotional kiosk.
Two for Tuesdays
It Takes Two! Bring a friend to sign up for a new Momentum account any Tuesday in July and August and you’ll both receive $10 in Free Slot Play! Limit one per Tuesday.
Specials that are 2 good 2 resist every Tuesday in July and August, stop by Ben & Jerry’s for a two large milkshakes for $10; at Electric City Roasting Company pick 2 for $5 – any combo of small house blend coffee, cookie, muffin or brownie from 1:00pm – 3:00pm; Marshall Rousso buy 2 sale items, get 2 additional sale items at an additional 22% off; Molly O’Sheas order a duo tin – heaping helping of onion rings and waffle fries served side by side for $8.99; Ruth’s Chris Steak House enjoy a free Duo Dessert Symphony with the purchase of any lunch item; Slice’d offers a slice of cheese for $2.22 or 2 whole cheese pies for $22.22 from Noon to 2:00pm; Wetzel’s Pretzels, buy two pretzels, get two dipping sauces free; and buy one breakfast, lunch or dinner at Wolfgang Puck and receive the 2nd for $2.00.
Winning Wednesdays
Bean Bag Blitz, play the slots or hit the tables for your chance to win up to $1,000 in Free Slot Play! From July 4th through August 29th, every 30 minutes, three winners will be selected to receive $200 in Free Slot Play. Then play a game of bean bag toss for a chance to win up to an additional $800 in Free Slot Play!
*Must be actively playing slots or table games at the time of the drawings to be eligible*
Thrilling Thursdays
Gather your friends and head to the biggest free party of the summer every Thursday in July and August, Party on the Patio! Enjoy food truck bites, drink specials and live music from your favorite tribute bands. To view the tribute band line – up, visit: mohegansunpocono.com
Free Shirt Fridays
Each Friday morning throughout Hot Summer Fun, Mohegan Sun Pocono will be giving away free t-shirts for the first 500 Momentum members. Beginning July 6th, shirts will be distributed on the Sky Bridge, starting at 9:00am. A different color shirt will be given each week. Collect all 9 during Hot Summer Fun!
Summertime Entertainment
This summer, Mohegan Sun Pocono has your concert hookup with great live performances in the Keystone Grand Ballroom. The Chippendales bring ‘the About Last Night…2018 World Tour’ on Friday, July 27th with two performances at 8:00pm and 11:00pm; ticket prices starting at $29.00. Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone perform live on Friday, August 17th at 7:30pm; tickets starting at $34.50. Country star, Lee Ann Womack, performs her hits live on the ‘All the Trouble Tour’ in Wilkes – Barre on Saturday, August 18th at 8:00pm; tickets starting at $39.00. Tickets are available for all shows by logging on to ticketmaster.com or by calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number at 1.800.745.3000. Tickets are also available for purchase, free of service fees, at the Mohegan Sun Pocono Box Office, located at Player’s Club.
Wilkes – Barre Annual Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
Head on down to Kirby Park on Wednesday, July 4th and watch the sky fill with bright firework colors. Mohegan Sun Pocono is proud to be the exclusive sponsor for the Wilkes – Barre Annual Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration!
Hot Summer Fun Events
Take a ride in the Coca – Cola Racing Simulator on Saturday, July 28th at the Keystone Grand Ballroom from Noon to 6:00pm. Availability is first come – first served. On the same day, meet Coca – Cola racing family member and Daytona 500 Champion, Austin Dillon! Please visit mohegansunpocono.com for up to date details.
The foodies come together to wrap up the summer at The Food Truck Festival, taking place at The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono on Sunday, September 2nd from Noon to 7:00pm with free admission. Enjoy a fun afternoon packed with good eats, awesome drink specials and live music. Stick around for some live harness racing action starting at 7:00pm.
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.
Dec 18, 2017 | Food & Beverage, General News, Holiday, Uncategorized
Live music, dining specials and a festive night!
WILKES-BARRE, PA (December 18, 2017) – Before the clock strikes Midnight, ring in the New Year at Mohegan Sun Pocono. With festivities all night long, there is something for everyone with live music, champagne toasts and so much more.
New Year’s Eve:
Head over to Timbers Buffet before your night out to get a full belly for just $29.99 from 4:00pm to 10:00pm. Soup will be a lobster bisque, a carving board station with carved prime rib or roasted turkey breast, main specials with stuffed salmon filet, traditional or lobster mac n cheese, mussels scampi style, pork and sauerkraut or sweet tea pork chops with brandied apples and more. Stop at the dessert station for favorites like cake, mousse or a cannoli.
Live Music New Year’s Eve:
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 The Chatter 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.
New Year’s Day:
Timbers Buffet will feature a special menu for $19.99 per person from 8:30am to 3:00pm. The menu includes brunch favorites like French toast, hash browns and bacon, to cold seafood offerings of spiced mussels and shrimp. Check out the carving board station with sugar glazed ham, roast turkey breast or top round of beef. For a main course, taste the coconut shrimp, stuffed flounder or crab cakes. Make sure to save room and stop by the dessert station to have some ice cream, cobbler and more!
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 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.
Feb 8, 2016 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Wise Crackers
Sweet dining specials, exciting live music and decadent treats
Looking for somewhere special to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Look no further than Mohegan Sun Pocono for a weekend-long romantic getaway with your sweetheart for great food, memorable fun and blissful relaxation.
Starting on Friday, February 12th, reserve a private booth inside Rustic Kitchen Bistro & Bar for a romantic Tuscan-inspired Valentine’s Day dinner like no other. Enjoy special menu items including creamy Seafood Bisque, Prime Rib Spring Rolls with spicy BBQ sauce and cheese fondue, Surf ‘N’ Turf with crab-stuffed lobster and filet mignon, pan-seared Sea Bass with chorizo and tomato couscous and roasted corn and arugula salad, or Duck Confit Ravioli. Cap the dinner with a decadent dessert featuring a creamy Snickers cheesecake or luscious strawberry champagne cake. Call 570.824.6600 for reservations.
Just steps away, the nationally-renowned Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse awaits, ready to make Valentine’s Day special with world-famous tender steaks, expertly-executed seafood, New Orleans-inspired appetizers, unforgettable desserts and an award-winning wine list. Call 570.208.2266 for reservations.
Nearby at Pearl Sushi Bar, delicacies of the sea are freshly-prepared in a hip, fun setting, perfect for date night, and pair with a unique handcrafted martini from “The Tao of Abundant Martinis” menu.
Timbers Buffet is also getting in on the action this Valentine’s Day weekend. All weekend enjoy a tantalizing seafood buffet with some sweet Valentine’s Day touches such as heart-shaped ravioli and a glass of complimentary champagne.
Both Saturday and Sunday night at 9:00pm, grab your sweetheart and get up-close-and-personal with the talented acts of Wise Crackers Comedy Club in Seasons Ballroom at Mohegan Sun Pocono. Join Brad Williams, Jonathan Randall and Scott Bruce for hilarious Wise Crackers performances sure to have you laughing all night long. Advance tickets required; visit mohegansunpocono.com.
When the laughs are over, head to Breakers and experience their eclectic nightlife scene with high-energy bartenders and amazing drink specials. It’s a great place to party with your sweetheart, meet up with friends or make new ones! On Saturday enjoy happy hour featuring half-price drinks from 7:00pm to 9:00pm then groove to the sounds of local favorites Nowhere Slow from 9:30pm to 1:30am. On Sunday, indulge in half-price happy hour drinks from 5:00pm to 7:00pm then party with NEPA’s own Jay & Silent Scott from 8:00pm to 11:00pm.
On Sunday, start Valentine’s Day with Bar Louie’s famous Sunday brunch from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Enjoy delicious menu items like Eggs Bennie, Hangover Helper, Breakfast Nachos or PB&J cakes. Top it all off with a pitcher of Bar Louie’s famous Bloody Marys or Ultimate Mimosas.
When your appetite is sated, head over to the onsite Spa Sapphire, located on the first floor of the hotel. Comprised of extraordinary ambiance and legendary services, Spa Sapphire promises a luxury spa experience, and on Valentine’s Day with any couple’s service enjoy a decadent complimentary dessert for two! Call 570.270.5555 for reservations.
Take their breath away this Valentine’s Day with some memorable moments at Mohegan Sun Pocono. For more information, 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 or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Nov 5, 2013 | Food & Beverage, Special Events
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is ready to celebrate Thanksgiving in delectable style this year with some great dining options from two of their finest restaurants. Traditional fare from roasted turkey and pecan pie to more innovative fall recipes like pumpkin ravioli are just a few of the dishes that will be on the menu this Thanksgiving from Rustic Kitchen Bistro & Bar, Ruth’s Chris Steak House and Timbers Buffet.
Rustic Kitchen Bistro & Bar will start diners off with the wonderfully rich fall flavor of Butternut Squash Soup for $8.00 or a Harvest Salad with mixed field greens, dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, pears and goat cheese with cranberry vinaigrette for $9.00. Entrée selections offer a choice between Traditional Roasted Turkey breast with stuffing, mashed potatoes, baby carrots, cranberry sauce and gravy for $25.00 or house-made Pumpkin Ravioli stuffed with pumpkin and mascarpone cheese in sage cream sauce for $21.00. For dessert, Rustic Kitchen offers a difficult choice between decadent Chocolate Pecan Pie, Pumpkin Crème Brulee of Apple Crostada a la Mode all for $9.00.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House is offering a three-course Thanksgiving dinner special for $39.95. For their first course, diners can choose from Caesar Salad, Louisiana Seafood Gumbo or a Steak House Salad. The entrée is a Carved Turkey Dinner with Ruth’s Sausage & Herb Stuffing, homemade gravy and cranberry relish. Choices of sides include green beans, sweet potato casserole, mashed potatoes or creamed spinach. For dessert, indulge in Pumpkin Cheesecake with Vanilla Ice Cream.
Timbers Buffet is serving Thanksgiving dinner from 11:00am until 8:00pm for $19.99 per person and $12.99 for children 10 and under. Items on the menu include Whole Roasted Turkey, Korean Garlic Chicken, Thanksgiving Stuffing, Crab Macaroni & Cheese with Smoked Gouda Crumb Topping, Ravioli with Pumpkin Sage Cream Sauce and Spice Crumb Topping, Rock Sole with Pinot Grigio and Lemon Butter Sauce and Pumpkin Roll and Shoofly Pie for dessert.
Additionally, throughout Thanksgiving Day at Betty & Joe’s, guests who buy a slice of Pumpkin Pie will receive their second slice for 50% off.
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 is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including more than 82 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.inpa (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.
