Mohegan PA Unveils Embers Terrace with Charity, Music & New Menu

WILKES-BARRE, PA – April 30, 2026 – Mohegan Pennsylvania is set to redefine the region's outdoor entertainment landscape with the grand reopening of Embers Terrace on Wednesday, May 13th. The revamped space, a cornerstone of the property's warm-weather offerings, will debut with a significantly expanded footprint, an all-new culinary menu, and a grand opening celebration that places community partnership at its heart. The event, held in collaboration with Allied Services, will feature a benefit concert headlined by local music icon and state representative Eddie Day and his band, TNT.

A New Era for Outdoor Entertainment

The reimagined Embers Terrace represents a significant investment in the guest experience, transforming the venue into a premier destination for dining and live entertainment. The renovation introduces a host of new features, including greatly expanded outdoor seating areas, a secondary bar to improve service speed, fresh seasonal landscaping, and, most notably, a permanent stage designed to host regular performances.

This move positions Embers Terrace to compete directly with other popular outdoor venues in the Wilkes-Barre area, but with a distinct advantage. While other local establishments offer patio dining or occasional live music, the addition of a permanent, dedicated stage signals a strategic focus on creating a comprehensive entertainment hub. The resort plans to feature entertainment regularly on Friday and Saturday evenings, with an expansion to weekend afternoons as the summer season progresses. This programming aims to draw a diverse crowd beyond the casino floor, appealing to families, foodies, and music lovers alike.

Starting May 13th, the venue will operate with a schedule designed to cater to different audiences. Thursdays will be reserved for guests 21 and older, while Fridays through Sundays will welcome all ages until 8:00 p.m., after which it transitions to an adult-focused atmosphere. “The reimagined Embers Terrace brings a significantly enhanced atmosphere to one of Mohegan Pennsylvania’s most beloved warm-weather venues,” the company noted in its announcement.

Culinary Upgrades and Summer Flavors

Accompanying the physical transformation is a completely new menu, which guests at the grand reopening will be the first to experience. The offerings, available via table service, blend elevated comfort food with classic summer fare. Menu highlights include inventive starters like Cheesesteak Egg Rolls served with white cheddar sauce and chipotle ketchup, and hearty entrees such as the Big Horn Brisket sandwich and the ‘Ol Smokey Campfire Burger, which features smoked Gouda and candied bacon.

This culinary overhaul reflects a broader trend within the casino resort industry, where food and beverage programs are increasingly leveraged as primary attractions. Rather than serving as simple amenities, unique and high-quality dining experiences are becoming key drivers for attracting a wider customer base and encouraging longer stays. The new Embers Terrace menu, complete with signature cocktails like the Puppy Love and Blue Chip Lemonade and a non-alcoholic Strawberry Mint Lemonade Mocktail, is crafted to be a destination in itself.

Community Partnership at the Core

More than just a venue launch, the May 13th celebration is a powerful demonstration of corporate-community partnership. Mohegan Pennsylvania is donating all proceeds from the event to Team Allied Services, the fundraising arm of Allied Services Integrated Health System. Allied Services is a regional leader in rehabilitation medicine, providing critical support for children and adults with disabilities, life-changing injuries, and chronic conditions across Northeastern Pennsylvania.

The funds raised will support Team Allied Services’ participation as an Official Silver Charity Partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon. The evening's schedule underscores this collaboration, with remarks from Allied Services’ Senior VP of Strategic Partnership Development, Jim Brogna, alongside Mohegan Pennsylvania President & GM, Tony Carlucci, and performer Eddie Day Pashinski.

This philanthropic focus aligns the resort’s business objectives with the welfare of the local community it serves, reinforcing its role as a socially responsible corporate citizen. Guests attending the celebration will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the cause and learn more about the vital programs Allied Services provides.

An Economic Engine for the Region

The investment in Embers Terrace is a component of Mohegan Pennsylvania’s larger role as a significant economic driver for Plains Township and the surrounding region. Since opening in 2006 as the state's first casino, the destination has grown into a major hub for gaming, entertainment, and hospitality. According to a 2022 economic impact report, the property generated $635.2 million in total economic impact for the local economy and supported over 3,700 jobs in 2019 alone, attracting 3.5 million visitors that year.

Upgrades like the Embers Terrace renovation are central to Mohegan's corporate strategy of continually evolving its properties to maintain their competitive edge and drive tourism. By enhancing its non-gaming amenities, the resort strengthens its appeal as a comprehensive entertainment destination, encouraging visitors to see it as a place for dining, concerts, and social gatherings, thereby contributing to sustained regional growth.

A Local Icon Takes the Stage

Headlining the grand opening is a figure who embodies the intersection of arts and public service in the region: Eddie Day Pashinski. A Democratic member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 121st District since 2006, Pashinski has had a parallel and equally celebrated career as a musician. Before entering politics, he was a music educator for 35 years and has been a fixture in the local music scene with bands like Eddie Day & the Nightimers and Eddie Day & TNT.

His induction into the inaugural class of the Luzerne County Arts & Entertainment Hall of Fame in 2023 cemented his status as a beloved local icon. His performance at the Embers Terrace opening is more than just entertainment; it's a symbol of the deep community roots that Mohegan Pennsylvania aims to foster through this new chapter for its outdoor venue.