Saturday, November 16th

About Vets Rock

Celebrate active-duty military and veterans at Mohegan Sun during Vets Rock! This event features valuable programs that focus on enhancing the lives of veterans and active-duty military members through a job fair, veteran service organizations, veteran-owned businesses, and other resources.

The Opening Ceremony will take place from 11:00am - Noon in front of the Box Office in The Shops at Mohegan Sun. Following the ceremony, guests are invited to the Uncas Ballroom for the 10th year of Vets Rock.

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Schedule Of Events

11:00am - Noon | Opening Ceremony
Hosted by Gil Simmons

The Shops at Mohegan Sun

An exciting presentation from the Tribal Color Guard will kick off the festivities! Members of Mohegan Sun's Executive Team along with other influential speakers will discuss the importance of our military and will show their gratitude for our veterans. A local school will also perform the National Anthem.

Two service dogs will be presented to their new owners by Everlasting Veteran and donated by Meadow Ridge Weims (And Danes). Everlasting Veteran is dedicated to providing future service dogs directly to Veterans with a podcast aiding in transition and purpose!

Noon - 4:00pm | Vets Rock Expo

Uncas Ballroom

Veteran service organizations, educational services and companies looking to provide benefits to veterans and military members will host tables and offer services.

A Job Fair hosted by Mohegan Sun will be available to assist service members and their families in accessing career opportunities. Mohegan Sun will also be offering Casino 101 featuring free blackjack and roulette lessons!*

Northeast Medical Group will be providing complimentary flu vaccines.

*Must be 21 years of age or older to participate in Casino 101

Noon - 4:00pm | Adoption Event

All Paws on Deck

All Paws on Deck is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit dog rescue organization based in Connecticut that is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming pregnant dogs and their puppies. We were founded with the belief that every dog deserves a loving home, and that pregnant dogs and their puppies are among the most vulnerable and in need of care.

Vendors, employers, and Veteran Services Groups interested in participating in Vets Rock can inquire by sending an email to Juliette Berry at JBerry@mohegansun.com by Friday, November 1st.

Year-Round Military Discounts

Available to anyone with a non-expired military ID including active duty, veterans and military dependents.

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Connecticut International Auto Show

Saturday, November 16th | 10:00am - 8:00pm
The Connecticut International Auto Show is the perfect place to browse the newest vehicles! Military personnel are invited to attend for free (with appropriate military ID – white active duty or blue retired military cards).

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Careers at Mohegan Sun:

Honoring Heroes. Building Futures.

Vets Rock Foundation, LLC is a non-profit organization founded in 2017 by The Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut. This organization was created to support and benefit veterans, active and reserve military members, and their families. Their annual event in November, Vets Rock, is a free exposition-style event which offers access to hiring and educational opportunities, Veteran Service Organizations, and other veteran-owned companies.

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Participating Vendors

13 Stars Hot Sauce
All Paws on Deck
Amentum
American Legion Department of Connecticut
American Red Cross
ATT Wireless and Entertainment
Backpacks for Life
Charter Oak State College
Dept Of Veterans Affairs Providence Regional Office

Dominion Energy - Millstone Power Station
Eastern CT Veterans Community Center
Easterseals Veterans Rally Point
Everlasting Veteran, LLC
General Dynamics Electric Boat
Goodwill Southern New England
Irreverent Warriors Connecticut
Mohegan Sun
Navy Federal Credit Union