
Schedule of Events
MDA Party With a Purpose
Special Event
Sunday, September 5th
Uncas Ballroom
7:30pm: Cocktails
8:00pm: Dinner
10:45pm: Live broadcast of the 2010 MDA telethon
Join us for a special event hosted by Laurie Perez and Jim Altman from Fox 61, featuring dinner, live entertainment plus silent and live auctions—all benefiting the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Win a dream vacation!
While you're here celebrating and supporting the MDA, enter a drawing to win a stay at one of the following Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico resorts.
Tickets are $80.00. Your support can make a big difference—every ticket sold adds another minute to Muscular Dystrophy research.
To purchase tickets, call 203.248.6500 or visit the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
MDA Stars Across America Labor Day Telethon
Special Event
Join us for a live broadcast in the Uncas Ballroom.
21 1/2 hour live broadcast on the Connecticut Love Network Station WTIC FOX61 from Mohegan Sun to support the fight against neuromuscular disease.
Over $60.5 million raised in 2009 to benefit those with neuromuscular disease.
Show your support and be a part of the show. Call 1.800.FIGHTMD or text MDA to 20222 to make a $5.00 donation.
Winning Authors Presents Donald Bain
Special Event
FREE ADMISSION
7:00 PM
LIVE DISCUSSION IN THE CABARET THEATRE
8:00PM
BOOK SIGNING IN THE CABARET THEATRE
Bain is the author/ ghost author of more than 100 books, many of which are best-sellers. His prolific career began when Bain worked as a writer/director for Peckham Productions where he created films for clients like Avon, American Airlines, Pan Am and IBM. His work includes both fiction and non-fiction including the popular series Murder, She Wrote, which consists of 33 original novels. His airline comedy book, Coffee Tea or Me?, was published nearly thirty years ago and together with its sequels has sold more than 5 million copies worldwide. Bain also wrote and hosted the nationally-syndicated series The Media Watch. Bain's appearance and signing at Mohegan Sun will be the final stop for the Connecticut Author's Trail.
MADD About Dancing
Special Event
A Mothers Against Drunk Driving Benefit.
An evening of celebrities, dancing and fun!
Uncas Ballroom
Hosted by Jimmy & Shelly from WCTY, it's a night of hors d'oeuvres, celebrity dancing, silent auction and a special guest performance by The Band Perry!
The up-and-coming country sensations will perform a special set during the dancing competition that will feature the chart topping hits "Flip to the Heart" and "If I Die Young." The performance will highlight an evening filled with Connecticut celebrities dancing in various styles including the Tango, Rumba, Waltz and Swing.
Celebrity Performances by:
- Veronica Ballestrini, local Country artist
- Reischea Canidate, on-air personality at ESPN
- Mike DiMauro, Assistant Sports Editor and Columnist for the New London Day
- Mark Dixon, Meteorologist at WFSB
- Dave Elder, WCTY Program Director and Afternoon Host
- Charles Jaskiewicz, Norwich Board of Education member
- Brittany Decker, Miss Connecticut 2010
- Bram Weinstein, on-air personality at ESPN
- Sara Welch, WTNH Weekend Evening Anchor
Proceeds to benefit MADD. Tickets are $50.00 and can be purchased at any CT Arthur Murray Dance Studio, WCTY Studios in Norwich, MADD in East Haven or the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Please call 203.764.2569 ex. 302 for more information.
Sun Winefest '11 Whiskey & Bourbon Tasting
Special Event
Presented by Beam Global Spirits and Wine
Kick off the weekend by tasting a variety of fine bourbons such as Maker's Mark, Booker's, Knob Creek, Jim Beam and others along with delectable hors d'oeuvres under the world's largest indoor planetarium dome at Leffingwells Martini Bar. Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with Frederick "Fred" Booker Noe III, great grandson of Jim Beam, and a seventh generation distiller. Dedicated space will also be provided for a premium cigar sampling hosted by Davidoff—one of the world's most sought-after cigars.
Friday, January 28th
Leffingwells Martini Lounge
6:00pm - 9:00pm
$75.00
Purchase your tickets at ticketmaster.com or in person at the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Special Event
$110.00 weekend pass (Grand Tasting on both Saturday and Sunday)
Sample over 1,000 wines and beer as well as signature dishes from some of the region's most beloved restaurants at this food and wine lovers' haven. Celebrity chef demonstrations and other events take place on the Main Stage throughout the day including Bobby Flay, Todd English, Mohegan Sun WineFest Grape Stomp, Oyster Open and more.
Saturday, January 29th & Sunday, January 30th
12:00pm - 5:00pm
$70.00 one-day pass, $110.00 weekend pass (Grand Tasting on both Saturday and Sunday)
Purchase your tickets at ticketmaster.com or in person at the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Sun Winefest '11 Elite Cru Tasting
Special Event
Prepare your palate for an exceptional wine tasting event like never before. The Elite Cru Tasting gives guests an exclusive opportunity to discover the "best-of-the-best" vintages from around the world, as well as meet the winemakers and principles behind them; it's truly a one-of-a-kind event.
Saturday, January 29th
The Cabaret Theatre
3:00pm - 5:00pm
$200.00 includes a Grand Tasting ticket and Bottega del Vino stem
Purchase your tickets at ticketmaster.com or in person at the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Sun Winefest '11 Celebrity Chef Dine Around
Special Event
Chefs Bobby Flay and Todd English are just a few of the world-class chefs serving up an evening of delectable food and fine wine during the Celebrity Chef Dine Around. Watch celebrity chefs prepare signature dishes at live cooking stations while enjoying the pairing of a premium wine or beer to complement each dish. The truly unforgettable event also features a Champagne Reception presented by Moët & Chandon and a silent auction, all to benefit the Connecticut Sports Foundation.
Saturday, January 29th
Uncas Ballroom
7:30pm - 8:30pm: Champagne Reception presented by Moët & Chandon
8:30pm - 11:00pm: Celebrity Chef Dine Around
$175.00
Purchase your tickets at ticketmaster.com or in person at the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Sun Winefest '11 Bubbles and Bon Bons
Special Event
What better way to end the weekend than with champagne and dessert? Sample high-end champagnes, chocolates and cheeses inside The Cabaret Theatre at this one-of-a-kind cap off to Sun WineFest 2011.
Come join Jacques Torres, one of the most beloved and highly regarded pastry chefs and chocolatiers in the world, Executive Pastry Chef Lynn Mansel and Chef Robert Irvine from the Food Network for this unique event.
Decadent desserts, luxurious champagne and an opportunity to mingle and party with these fantastic chefs in an intimate setting - don't miss it!
Sunday, January 30th
The Cabaret Theatre
6:00pm - 9:00pm
$95.00
Purchase your tickets at ticketmaster.com or in person at the Mohegan Sun Box Office.









