Mar 25, 2025 | Party on the Patio, Special Events
Both new and returning tribute bands take the stage for 20 weeks of free, live entertainment beginning Thursday, May 1st
WILKES-BARRE, PA (March 25, 2025) – Mohegan Pennsylvania is excited to announce the return of the most popular and largest free outdoor concert series, Party on the Patio! The 16th year of this renowned outdoor concert series is set to kick off at Mohegan Pennsylvania on Thursday, May 1st and bring tribute band fans 20 weeks of can’t-miss live entertainment. Additionally, each week guests can indulge in delicious bites from one of Pennsylvania’s most popular food trucks. Doors open at 6:00pm and the bands get the party started at 7:30pm. There is no cover to attend Party on the Patio.
This year, Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Outdoor Concert Venue will feature both past fan-favorites such as Stayin’ Alive (a tribute to the Bee Gees) on Thursday, May 8th, Back in Black (a tribute to AC/DC) on Thursday, June 12th, and Philadelphia Freedom (a tribute to Elton John) on Thursday, July 10th. Plus, a few new bands will make their Party on the Patio premiere, including Crash My Party (a tribute to Luke Bryan) on Thursday, June 5th, Fame (a tribute to David Bowie) on Thursday, July 31st, and Stevie Mac (a tribute to Fleetwood Mac) on Thursday, August 21st.
The full list of featured bands* for Party on the Patio is as follows:
5/1/25: 52nd Street Band, a tribute to Billy Joel
5/8/25: Stayin’ Alive, a tribute to the Bee Gees
5/15/25: Red Neck Castaway Band, a tribute to Kenny Chesney
5/22/25: Super Trans AM, The Super 70’s Concert Experience
5/29/25: Mamma Mania!, NYC’s Premier ABBA Tribute
6/5/25: Crash My Party, a tribute to Luke Bryan
6/12/25: Back in Black, a tribute to AC/DC
6/19/25: Best of the Eagles, a tribute to the Eagles
6/26/25: Jay Bon Jovi, a tribute to Bon Jovi
7/3/25: Rubix Kube, The Eighties Strikes Back show
7/10/25: Philadelphia Freedom, a tribute to Elton John
7/17/25: Bostyx, a tribute to Boston & Styx
7/24/25: Completely Unchained, a tribute to Van Halen
7/31/25: Fame, a tribute to David Bowie
8/7/25: The Amish Outlaws, Pennsylvania’s Hottest Cover Band
8/14/25: New York’s Finest, a tribute to the Police
8/21/25: Stevie Mac, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac
8/28/25: Idol Kings, a tribute to REO Speedwagon & Journey
9/4/25: Draw the Line, a tribute to Aerosmith
9/11/25: Motley 2, a tribute to Mötley Crüe
*Lineup subject to change
All guests must be 21+ to attend 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 Party on the Patio are not valid for the gaming floor. For the safety and security of guests and team members, bags and purses are limited to the following: small clutch purses not larger than 4”x6” or bags that are clear on all sides and do not exceed 8”x10”. All persons, bags and personal items are subject to inspection. No portable chairs are permitted.
For more information about Party on the Patio, visit moheganpa.com/potp.
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, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Pennsylvania features a newly renovated 238-room hotel with an on-site spa, adjacent to a 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It features nearly 75,000 square feet of gaming space, including close to 60 live table games, over 1,500 slot machines and electronic table games, a sportsbook, 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. Gambling problem? Call 1.800.GAMBLER.
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Apr 6, 2023 | General News
New tribute bands join local favorites for an extended version of NEPA’s favorite summer concert series starting Thursday, June 1st
WILKES-BARRE, PA (April 6, 2023) – Calling all tribute band fans! Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Party on the Patio is back and better than ever. The popular, free summer concert series kicks off Thursday, June 1st, and every Thursday through September 14th guests can gather at the Outdoor Concert Venue for a party like no other, hosted by DJ Tommy from The River 105.
This year’s lineup has been extended to 16 weeks of live tribute bands, and Completely Unchained (a tribute to Van Halen), Fooz Fighters (a tribute to the Foo Fighters), Idol Kings (a tribute to Journey/REO Speedwagon), and Country Legends (a tribute to Keith Urban and Garth Brooks) make their summer debut. Local fan favorites Philadelphia Freedom (a tribute to Elton John), Bon Poison (a tribute to Bon Jovi and Poison) and Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentleman (a tribute to Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan) are just a few bands set to rock the stage. Doors open at 6:30pm and shows starts at 7:30pm. There is no cover for Party on the Patio. After the show, keep the party going with DJ Tommy at Breakers!
After dancing up an appetite, guests can stop by the Mohegan Pennsylvania food tent for freshly grilled burgers and hot dogs or visit a delectable local food truck each week. Coors Light, Blue Moon, Patio Punch and a variety of seltzer, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available for purchase.
Featured bands for Party on the Patio, hosted by The River 105 are as follows:
6/1/23: Stayin Alive, a tribute to the Bee Gees
6/8/23: Completely Unchained, a tribute to Van Halen
6/15/23: Back in Black, a tribute to AC/DC
6/22/23: Fooz Fighters, a tribute to the Foo Fighters
6/29/23: Philadelphia Freedom, a tribute to Elton John
7/6/23: Best of the Eagles, a tribute to the Eagles
7/13/23: Black Dog, a tribute to Led Zeppelin
7/20/23: Idol Kings, a tribute to Journey and REO Speedwagon
7/27/23: Red NOT Chili Peppers, a tribute to Red Hot Chili Peppers
8/3/23: Who’s Bad, a tribute to Michael Jackson
8/10/23: Rubix Kube, a tribute to the 80s
8/17/23: Country Legends, a tribute to Keith Urban and Garth Brooks
8/24/23: Full Moon Fever, a tribute to Tom Petty
8/31/23: Tusk, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac
9/7/23: Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentleman Present An Evening Of Jimi Hendrix & Stevie Ray Vaughan
9/14/23: Bon Poison, a tribute to Bon Jovi & Poison
*Lineup subject to change
For more details on the tribute bands and a full list of food truck participants, visit moheganpa.com/potp.
All guests must be 21+ to attend 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 Party on the Patio 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 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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Jul 7, 2021 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Party on the Patio
Popular tribute band, Almost Queen, will now take the stage on Friday, July 9th, due to inclement weather in the forecast for Thursday
WILKES-BARRE, PA – (July 7, 2021) – Mohegan Sun Pocono (MSP) will be moving this week’s Party on the Patio event to Friday, July 9th, due to inclement weather forecasted in the NEPA region for this Thursday. Mohegan Sun Pocono made this decision due to the overwhelming demand for the band Almost Queen, one of the most authentic and exhilarating Queen tribute bands. Doors will open at 6:30pm, with opener Dustin Douglas performing at 7:00pm, followed by Almost Queen at 8:00pm.
A portion of the food and beverage sales from this Party on the Patio event will go towards WNEP’s Joe Snedeker’s #GoJoe24 bike ride to support the kids and young adults of the St. Joes Center in Scranton, PA.
Party on the Patio will return to Thursday evenings next week, when The Great Escape (a Tribute to Journey) performs. Party on the Patio, as part of Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun Pocono, has no cover charge and features drink specials and local food trucks each week.
For more information and for the full POTP calendar, visit mohegansunpocono.com/poi/venues/party-on-the-patio.html
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.
Dec 20, 2018 | Breakers, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News
Breakers to feature the best tribute bands on the first Saturday of every month through June, with Dean Ford kicking things off!
One of the top touring tribute acts around are making their way to Mohegan Sun
Pocono. Dean Ford, whose resemblance and performance in tribute of the late Pop superstar, Prince, is arguably unmatched, will be on stage with his band, The Beautiful Ones, for a free show inside Breakers at Mohegan Sun Pocono on Saturday, January 5th. This show kicks-off live entertainment at Breakers that will play host to incredible tribute bands well into the New Year!
The Beautiful Ones are the first of what will be a regular tribute band lineup at Breakers, one of the best live music bars in PA, the first Saturday of every month through June 2019, with shows starting around 9:30pm, with no cover. The calendar features:Dean Ford & The Beautiful Ones (Prince) on Saturday, January 5th | Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen’s Stevie Ray Vaughan Retrospective on Saturday, February 2nd | 7800 Fahrenheit (Bon Jovi) on Saturday, March 2nd | Bell Bottom Blues(Eric Clapton) on Saturday, April 6th |Frontiers (Journey) on Saturday, May 4th | Bark at the Moon (Ozzy Osbourne) on Saturday, June 1st.
Additional live performances that are planned through March at Breakers include:
Route 80s (80s hits) on Saturday, January 12th, UUU (Pop Hits) on Saturday, January 19th, Tempest Edge (Rock) on Saturday, January 26th, Chasing Ashlee (Rock Hits from 70s – present) on Saturday, February 9th, Until Sunrise (Hits: 90s through today) on Saturday, February 16th, Big Bang Baby (Stone Temple Pilots & more) on Saturday, February 23rd and More information on Breakers and full live music calendar is available at Breakers.
*Friday nights at Breakers will also have live DJ’s providing the music & energy, with January to feature: Jay Velar, Ricky Via, DJ Smith & DJ Magnum.
ABOUT DEAN FORD & THE BEAUTIFUL ONES: Dean Ford embodies the legendary Prince with every fiber of his being, with a show as close as fans will ever get to the real thing. The Portland, Maine-based tribute band perform all the hits, including the “Purple Rain” album in its entirety. But, it’s more than just the songs. He’s got the look, the moves and the sounds down jaw-droppingly well. So well, you’ll forget it’s only a tribute.
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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May 17, 2018 | Entertainment, Hot Summer Fun, Party on the Patio, Special Events, Uncategorized
Throwback Thursdays will take place in Breakers throughout June & Party on the Patio is Back For July & August
WILKES-BARRE, PA (May 17, 2018) – It is almost time for live tribute bands to perform at Mohegan Sun Pocono for 13 weeks bringing hot entertainment all season long. Enjoy Throwback Thursdays in Breakers throughout the month of June and beginning in July, guests can head to The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono as Party on the Patio returns, taking place every Thursday from July 5th to August 30th.
Throwback Thursdays will have you dancing and singing along as tribute bands perform live at Breakers every Thursday in June beginning at 7:00pm. This year, tickets are available with a $10.00 donation at the box office, located at Player’s Club starting on Monday, May 21st at 8:00am. All ticket donations will benefit WNEP’s Ryan’s Run 9, an organization “Inspiring fitness. Challenging disability. Changing Lives.” that supports the work of Allied Services: making miracles in rehab, helping people regain health and independence after an injury, improving quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s or recovering from a stroke, empowering children to overcome a learning disability and much more.
Breaker’s Throwback Thursday schedule:
- Proud Monkey – Tribute to Dave Matthews Band – Thursday, June 7th
- The British Invasion Experience – Tribute to The Beatles, The Who, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones and more – Thursday, June 14th
- Crazy on You – Tribute to Heart – Thursday, June 21st
- Refugee – Tribute to Tom Petty – Thursday June 28th
*Guests must be 21 or over and present a valid ID*
Party on the Patio returns to The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono every Thursday from July 5th to August 30th. Unwind and have fun enjoying free live music with an impressive line – up of tribute bands along with food trucks and drink specials. Doors open at 6:30pm and music begins at 7:30pm and admission is free to the public.
Party on the Patio line – up:
- Tramps Like Us – Tribute to Bruce Springsteen – July 5th
- Parrot Beach – Tribute to Jimmy Buffett – July 12th
- All Revved Up – Tribute to Meat Loaf – July 19th
- Draw the Line – Tribute to Aerosmith – July 26th
- Separate Ways – Tribute to Journey – August 2nd
- Halfway to Hell – Tribute to AC/DC – August 9th
- Bark at the Moon – Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne – August 16th
- Bon Jersey – Tribute to Bon Jovi – August 23rd
- Tusk – Tribute to Fleetwood Mac – August 30th
For more information on Party on the Patio, visit here.
*Band line – up is subject to change*
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.
