Foxwoods Concerts: A Complete Guide
Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket is one of Connecticut's two concert-powerhouse resorts. Its main room, the Premier Theater (formerly the Grand Theater), seats about 4,000 across three levels and books marquee rock, pop, country, hip-hop, Latin, and comedy. It's a large-theater experience — more intimate than an arena — with free parking and Mohegan Sun just 15-20 minutes away.
One of the largest resort casinos in the country, Foxwoods has long been a major stop on the touring circuit. If you're heading there for a show, here's what to know.
The Premier Theater (~4,000)
Foxwoods concentrates its concerts in the Premier Theater — a multi-level venue inside the Fox Tower that seats about 4,000 across Orchestra, Parterre, and Mezzanine levels. (Longtime visitors knew it as the Grand Theater before it was renamed.) The scale is the appeal: it's big enough to land marquee touring names — rock, pop, country, hip-hop, Latin, and comedy all play here — but small enough that even the upper levels feel close to the stage. It's a noticeably more intimate big-name concert than you'll get in a 10,000-seat arena.
Best for: marquee headliners in a large but intimate theater.
Never miss a Foxwoods show
See every upcoming Foxwoods concert — plus Mohegan Sun and 40+ Connecticut venues — in the free CT Concert Center app.
Download on theApp StoreBeyond the Premier Theater
Foxwoods is a sprawling resort, and live entertainment spills well beyond the main theater — bars and lounges host music, and the resort programs comedy and special events across its other spaces. Between the ticketed concerts and the casual nightlife, you can build a full evening (or weekend) without leaving the property.
Best for: making a night or weekend of it.
Planning your visit
- Where: Mashantucket, in southeastern Connecticut. Parking is free in the garages.
- Pair it with Mohegan Sun: the two resorts are only ~15-20 minutes apart — it's worth checking both calendars (see our Mohegan Sun vs. Foxwoods comparison).
- Nearby: New London and its Garde Arts Center are about 15-20 minutes away.
Foxwoods concerts FAQ
What's the main venue?
The Premier Theater (~4,000), formerly the Grand Theater.
How big is it?
About 4,000 across Orchestra, Parterre, and Mezzanine levels.
Where is Foxwoods?
Mashantucket, SE Connecticut; ~15-20 minutes from Mohegan Sun, free parking.
How do I find upcoming shows?
The free CT Concert Center app lists every Foxwoods show alongside the rest of the state.