Aug 12, 2019 | Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events
WHAT: Guests will have the chance to channel their inner foodie at Mohegan Sun Pocono’s Food Truck Festival. This event will be sure to feature some of the best food truck cuisine in NEPA, live entertainment, family activities and more!
WHEN/WHERE: Sunday, August 25th
Noon – 5:00pm
Mohegan Sun Pocono Racetrack
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun Pocono’s Food Truck Festival is a special Hot Summer Fun event featuring some truly delicious food truck eats and sweet drink specials. This family-friendly event is open to guests of all ages and admission is free.
Food truck participants include, but are not limited to:
- Nanny Cakes Bakery – A Bloomsburg, PA-based bakery specializing in making delicious cookies, pies, pastries and more from scratch
- Pazzo Pizza Truck – New Hope, PA natives serving delicious, wood-fired pizza
- FonDippity – A husband-wife duo from Dallas, PA, bringing a fun twist to decadent fondue
- 2Wayz One Passion – Authentic Mexican-American cuisine, straight out of Scranton, PA
- Get Rollin Gourmet Egg Rolls – Serving up homemade, unique egg rolls from Pottsville, PA
- Dottie’s Buffalo Bites – Bringing the best boneless wings, cheesesteaks, burgers and more from Benton, PA
- Eat Up Now – A Party on the Patio favorite and creator of the Texas Cheesesteak, all the way from Hanover, PA
Live entertainment will be provided by Screaming Broccolli – a Breakers favorite. The Food Truck Festival will also offer a variety of activities, including axe throwing with Axecessive Force, Tarot Card readings by Tarot for Living and walk-up tournaments with NEPA Cornhole throughout the afternoon. Guests can stick around for some live harness racing action starting at 7:00pm.
For more information about the Food Truck Festival, and other exciting Hot Summer Fun events, visit mohegansunpocono.com/hsf.
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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Jun 19, 2019 | Entertainment, General News, Hot Summer Fun
With special guests Morris Day & The Time at the Racetrack on Friday, August 23rd
WILKES-BARRE, PA (June 19, 2019)- “Celebrate good times” on Friday, August 23rd when the iconic R&B group, Kool & The Gang, accompanied by Morris Day & The Time, perform live at the Racetrack at Mohegan Sun Pocono at 7:30pm. Kool & The Gang’s sound, a combination of Jazz, Funk, and horn arrangements, opened by Morris Day & The Time’s gutsy vocals and dynamic dance moves, is sure to make the perfect concert.
Tickets are $35.00 and on sale now through Ticketmaster at ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at Mohegan Sun Pocono Box Office located at the Player’s Club. Guests who purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Pocono Box Office will also receive one voucher for $10.00 in Free Slot Play per ticket, valid on Friday, August 23rd. Free Slot Play offer is redeemable by guests ages 21 and over. A Momentum account, valid photo identification, and purchased ticket is required at the time of redemption. This offer is not valid for tickets purchased via Ticketmaster.com or by phone.
The two-time Grammy award-winning and 31 gold and platinum album selling band, Kool & The Gang, is considered the most sampled group of our time. Their tunes can be heard in the works of Jay-Z, Madonna, Beastie Boys and even in movie soundtracks. Kool & The Gang is most known for their hits: “Celebration,” “Cherish,” “Jungle Boogie,” “Summer Madness” and “Open Sesame.” In 2015, the accomplished group celebrated their 50th Anniversary. This milestone was celebrated with their induction into the New Jersey Hall of Fame. In the same year, “Celebration” was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Even though the band has been together for over five decades, they are still releasing new songs and doing lively performances.
Morris Day is a founding member of The Time, a band formed by the late musical legend, Prince. Together, the group has created iconic songs like “I Don’t Wanna Leave You,” “Cool” and “Jungle Love.” After Day’s successful solo career, he returned to the group in 1995 and has been performing their Soul, Funk, and Rock N’ Roll tunes ever since.
More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or by visiting mohegansunpocono.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 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 22, 2017 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Party on the Patio
Live entertainment and drink specials every Thursday on the racetrack apron

WILKES-BARRE, PA (March 22, 2017) – Returning to Mohegan Sun Pocono, Northeast Pennsylvania’s biggest party of the year is back! Starting Thursday, June 1st, Party on the Patio will feature food and drink specials, free live entertainment provided by some of the most exciting tribute bands in the country and a breathtaking view of NEPA scenery.
From June 1st to August 31st, this highly anticipated party starts every Thursday at 6:00pm along The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono Racetrack Apron!
Featured bands for 2017’s Party on the Patio are as follows:
June 1st: Halfway to Hell – a tribute to AC/DC
June 8th: Bon Jersey – a tribute to Bon Jovi
June 15th: Mötley 2 – a tribute to Mötley Crüe
June 22nd: Damn the Torpedoes – a tribute to Tom Petty
June 29th: Parrot Beach – a tribute to Jimmy Buffett
July 6th: 7 Bridges – a tribute to The Eagles
July 13th: Beatlemania Again – a tribute to The Beatles
July 20th: Satisfaction – a tribute to The Rolling Stones
July 27th: Tramps Like Us – a tribute to Bruce Springsteen
August 3rd: Tusk – a tribute to Fleetwood Mac
August 10th: Ring of Fire – a tribute to Johnny Cash
August 17th: Separate Ways the Band – a tribute to Journey
August 24th: Stayin Alive – a tribute to The BeeGees
August 31st: Draw the Line – a tribute to Aerosmith
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 8, 2016 | Gaming, General News, Racing, Travel & Leisure
WILKES-BARRE, PA (September 8, 2016) – Mohegan Sun Pocono, one of Pennsylvania’s most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations, has been awarded a total of 16 awards by Casino Player’s “Best Gaming” Issue. It is an honor for the Pocono team, which since 2005, has continued to provide unmatched service through hard work and dedication. Today the property features approximately 82,000 square feet of gaming space, 2,300 slot machines and electronic games, more than 91 table games, live harness racing eight months of the year, over 21 shops, restaurants and bars plus the best live entertainment at Breakers and Bar Louie.
Six of the Casino Player Awards that Mohegan Sun Pocono has received, were top honors for best hotel, best rooms, best pool, best video poker, best poker tournaments and best live poker. Quite the achievement for the Wilkes-Barre Resort!
The hotel, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ Lifestyle Collection, stands seven stories tall with 238 guest rooms. The hotel is connected to the 20,000 square-foot Convention Center with a central lobby leading to Mohegan Sun Pocono’s gaming, dining, shopping and entertainment venues. Select rooms also feature spectacular views of the harness track and the rolling Pennsylvania hillside. Onsite amenities for hotel guests include a sparkling heated pool, 24/7 fitness center, full-service business center and full-service onsite Spa Sapphire. Room service is also available for breakfast, dinner and late night.
Located in the Convention Center at Mohegan Sun Pocono, the Keystone Grand Ballroom is a 16,000 square-foot venue that hosts some of the most prominent performers. Guests can also enjoy a comedy show and other hilarious entertainment in Wise Crackers Comedy Club, located in Seasons Ballroom. Mohegan Sun Pocono is also home to an electric nightlife experience with great options for everyone including Breakers, Bar Louie, Sunburst Bar, M Bar, and The Terrace.
The legendary racetrack at Pocono, which features a 5/8 mile oval track, gives guests the thrill of watching the races from the outdoor grandstand and patio. The spacious and state-of-art simulcast facility accommodates up to 200 viewers with numerous TV screens, hot and cold snacks, ice cold beverages and both a smoking and non-smoking section.
For more information, please visit Mohegansunpocono.com.
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.
Mar 22, 2016 | Party on the Patio
Every Thursday, enjoy live entertainment and drink specials on the track apron
WILKES-BARRE, PA – (March 22, 2016) Mohegan Sun Pocono delivers the best live entertainment in northeast Pennsylvania every Thursday starting June 2nd with their annual Party on the Patio. Each week, free live entertainment is provided by some of the most exciting tribute bands in the country. Featuring $2.00 Coors Light drafts, this highly anticipated party starts at 6:00pm along The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono Racetrack Apron. Enjoy a breathtaking view of NEPA scenery and don’t miss a variety of food trucks throughout the season including: Wandering Chef, Southwest Savory Grill, Taste Time to Love Us, Big Belly BBQ, Peculiar Culinary and What The Fork. (Trucks will vary by date)
Featured bands for 2016’s Party on the Patio are as follows:
6/2/2016 Separate Ways The Band, a tribute to Journey
6/9/2016 Back in Black, a tribute to AC/DC
6/16/2016 Tusk – The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac
6/23/2016 Damn the Torpedoes, a tribute to Tom Petty
6/30/2016 Parrot Beach, a tribute to Jimmy Buffett
7/7/2016 Black Dog, a tribute to Led Zeppelin
7/14/2016 Tramps Like Us, a tribute to Bruce Springsteen
7/21/2016 Pirate Flag, a tribute to Kenny Chesney
7/28/2016 Almost Queen, a tribute to Queen
8/4/2016 Draw the Line, a tribute to Aerosmith
8/11/2016 Satisfaction, a tribute to the Rolling Stones
8/18/2016 Beatlemania Again, a tribute to The Beatles
8/25/2016 Stayin’ Alive, a tribute to The BeeGees
9/1/2016 Bon Jersey, a tribute to Bon Jovi
9/8/2016 Funky Monks, a tribute to the Red Hot Chili Peppers
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.