Foxwoods Resort Casino announces SummerFest 2026

Foxwoods Resort Casino has officially detailed its seasonal programming lineup with the launch of SummerFest 2026. The Mashantucket resort will host a series of gaming promotions, live concerts, comedy shows, and dining events throughout the summer months.

The casino’s seasonal gaming schedule features several high-stakes events, including a $300,000 giveaway running from July 1 through August 29. On July 4, the venue will host its 40th Anniversary Firecracker Bingo event, which offers more than $1 million in total prizes and a $440,000 single jackpot. This particular event marks four decades since bingo first established gaming operations at the location. Additional summer gaming events include two $100,000 slot tournaments on July 4 and August 15, alongside hot seat drawings on July 18 and August 22.

The resort’s summer entertainment calendar includes performances by comedians and musicians at the property. Scheduled appearances include Seth Meyers on July 10, Cypress Hill on July 12, Jerry Seinfeld on July 18, Martin Lawrence on August 7, Cole Swindell on August 8, Nikki Glaser on August 14 and 15, and Josh Groban on August 20.

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Outdoor and nightlife activities are also scheduled across the property. The Fox Tower Pool will host the Wave Foxwoods Day Party every Sunday in July and August, featuring rotating DJ sets and weekly themes. The Foxwoods HighFlyer Zipline is also open for the season, operating from a 33-story hotel tower. On August 1, the venue will hold a “Bingo Unleashed” event featuring live stage performances, followed by a Cocktail Carnival event on August 22.

Food and beverage promotions for the season include a Tokyo Night Market pop-up on June 5 to mark the one-year anniversary of Momosan Foxwoods by Morimoto. The property is also introducing a new collectible drink named The Rainmaker at select bars, which includes an entry into a $5,000 drawing. Weekly happy hours at Neon Palm and the Fox Tower Pool will feature $10 daiquiris from Monday through Thursday, alongside $8 canned beverage specials at participating property lounges.

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