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PLAINS TWP. \u2014 America 250 NEPA organizers, headed by local businessman Thom Greco, will officially unveil a major lineup of large-scale 2026 entertainment, tourism, music, motor-sports, and anniversary events during a regional press conference scheduled for Wednesday inside the Keystone Ballroom at Mohegan Pennsylvania.<\/p>\n
The event will formally introduce \u201cone of the most ambitious entertainment-driven America 250 celebration schedules in Northeast Pennsylvania,\u201d highlighting signature events designed to attract tourism, media attention, regional visitors, and community participation throughout the nation\u2019s semiquincentennial celebration year.<\/p>\n
Major announcements and featured events include:<\/p>\n
\u2022 June 20 \u2014 Rolls-Royce Owners\u2019 Club 75th Anniversary Recognition connected to Wilkes-Barre\u2019s historical relationship with the RROC and Giant\u2019s Despair Hillclimb history involving figures tied to Roger Penske and Carroll Shelby.<\/p>\n
\u2022 July 1 \u2014 Black Tie Sinatra & Great American Songbook Gala at Genetti\u2019s Grand Ballroom featuring nationally recognized Sinatra performer Steven Maglio and his 12-piece orchestra, alongside Chris DiMatteo and his orchestra. Organizers will reveal additional details about the formal black-tie experience, featuring 48 rounds of 10 guests, reserved seating, patriotic programming, and the celebration of classic American entertainment culture.<\/p>\n
\u2022 July 10 \u2014 Planters Peanuts 120th Anniversary Celebration featuring the PLANTERS\u00ae NUTmobile, Mr. Peanut\u2122, Peanutters, commemorative anniversary elements, ribbon cuttings, and downtown Wilkes-Barre festivities honoring the company\u2019s historic 1906 roots in the city.<\/p>\n
\u2022 August 16 \u2014 Elvis Presley Anniversary Tribute featuring nationally recognized Elvis tribute artist Jesse Garron and full band in a Vegas-style reserved seating production recognizing the anniversary of Elvis Presley\u2019s death. Event organizers will discuss the limited-table premium seating concept, Gold Circle packages, and the large-scale production atmosphere planned for the performance.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Giant\u2019s Despair Hillclimb 120th Anniversary Celebration featuring historic racing culture, automotive heritage, Mr. Peanut\u2122 serving as ceremonial starter, car shows, and expanded tourism programming surrounding one of America\u2019s oldest hillclimb races.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Downtown Wilkes-Barre entertainment district expansion projects, including Margarita Urban Cocktail & Beer Garden, Nelly\u2019s Speakeasy, and nationally acclaimed mural artist Eric Bussart\u2019s public art reveal.<\/p>\n
\u2022 \u201cConcert at the Track\u201d featuring Laurel Canyon Band, recognized as one of America\u2019s leading Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young tribute acts, recreating the spirit of classic outdoor American concert culture.<\/p>\n
\u2022 National touring Michael Jackson tribute production \u201cGone Too Soon\u201d coming to Mohegan Pennsylvania\u2019s Keystone Ballroom in fall 2026.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Nanticoke\u2019s 100th Anniversary Celebration featuring a citywide parade, fireworks, live music, food vendors, and large-scale community festivities tied directly into the America 250 initiative.<\/p>\n
Wednesday\u2019s event is expected to include organizers, sponsors, tourism representatives, entertainment partners, hospitality leaders, community stakeholders, and regional media outlets as America 250 NEPA formally positions Northeastern Pennsylvania as a destination entertainment region during America\u2019s 250th anniversary celebration year.<\/p>\n
Reach Bill O\u2019Boyle at 570-991-6118 or on Twitter @TLBillOBoyle.<\/p>\n
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