Wilkes-Barre, Pa. – September 22, 2026 -- Mohegan Pennsylvania is celebrating its 20th anniversary throughout November with a $200,000 giveaway, a headline concert and a chance to win a Metallica getaway package.
Momentum members can rack up entries for a $200,000 prize pool
Starting October 1st and running through November 14th, Momentum members earn one entry for every Status Point earned. Entries multiply 20X every Friday and 10X every Sunday and Tuesday. The drawing takes place Saturday, November 14th.
Country star ERNEST headlines the anniversary concert on November 14th
ERNEST will perform in the Keystone Grand Ballroom at 7:30pm, with Cody Lohden opening. The Nashville songwriter, known for co-writes with Morgan Wallen and Florida Georgia Line, released his latest album, Deep Blue, in May. Tickets went on sale September 18th at 10:00am via moheganpa.com.
A grand prize winner can score a Metallica trip to Connecticut
Mohegan's flagship property, Mohegan Sun, marks its 30th anniversary this fall alongside the 25th anniversary of its Mohegan Sun Arena, where Metallica plays November 19th and 21st. From November 1st through 13th, Momentum members earn one entry per Status Point toward a getaway package: a complimentary three-night stay at Mohegan Sun's Connecticut hotel, two premium Metallica tickets, a $100 dining credit and a 25th Anniversary Metallica gift package. Four runner-up winners receive $1,250 in Free Slot Play each. The drawing is set for Friday, November 13th.
A community happy hour honors two decades of local partnerships
Mohegan Pennsylvania will host a Community Appreciation Happy Hour at Breakers on Thursday, November 12th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, inviting local nonprofits, business leaders and media to mark the milestone. Team members celebrating 20 years of service will be honored at a separate event on Wednesday, November 4th.
The property has grown steadily since opening on November 14, 2006
Formerly known as Mohegan Sun Pocono, the casino added sports wagering in 2019, opened Embers Terrace in 2022 and rebranded to Mohegan Pennsylvania that same year. A $10 million hotel renovation and a smoke-free gaming space with Aristocrat Gaming arrived in 2024, followed by patio upgrades in 2025 and a refreshed Embers Terrace in 2026.