Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Schedule of Condensed Financial Statements [Table]
Condensed Financial Statements [Table]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Entity [Domain]
Authority
Parent Company [Member]
Total Guarantor Subsidiaries
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Total Non Guarantor Subsidiaries and Entities
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Consolidating/Eliminating Adjustments
Consolidation, Eliminations [Member]
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
ASSETS
Assets [Abstract]
Current assets:
Assets, Current [Abstract]
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Restricted cash
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, Current
Receivables, net
Receivables, Net, Current
Inventories
Inventory, Net
Other current assets
Other Assets, Current
Total current assets
Assets, Current
Non-current assets:
Assets, Noncurrent [Abstract]
Property and equipment, net
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net
Goodwill
Goodwill
Other intangible assets, net
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill)
Other assets, net
Other Assets, Noncurrent
Inter-company receivables
Intercompany Receivables
Intercompany Receivables
Investment in subsidiaries
Investment in Subsidiaries
Investment in Subsidiaries
Total assets
Assets
LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Current liabilities:
Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
Current portion of long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Current Maturities
Current portion of relinquishment liability
Current Portion of Relinquishment Liability
Current portion of relinquishment liability related to an agreement which provides that the Authority make certain payments to Trading Cove Associates.
Due to Mohegan Tribe
Due to Related Parties, Current
Current portion of capital leases
Capital Lease Obligations, Current
Trade payables
Accounts Payable, Trade, Current
Construction payables
Construction Payable, Current
Accrued interest payable
Interest Payable, Current
Other current liabilities
Other Liabilities, Current
Total current liabilities
Liabilities, Current
Non-current liabilities:
Liabilities, Noncurrent [Abstract]
Long-term debt, net of current portion
Long-term Debt, Excluding Current Maturities
Due to Mohegan Tribe, net of current portion
Due to Related Parties, Noncurrent
Capital leases, net of current portion
Capital Lease Obligations, Noncurrent
Other long-term liabilities
Other Liabilities, Noncurrent
Inter-company payables
Intercompany Payables
Intercompany Payables
Accumulated losses in excess of investment in subsidiaries
Investments in Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures, Loss in Excess of Investment
Investments in Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures, Loss in Excess of Investment
Total liabilities
Liabilities
Capital:
Equity [Abstract]
Retained earnings
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority capital
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent
Non-controlling interests
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total capital
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total liabilities and capital
Liabilities and Equity
MOHEGAN VENTURES WISCONSIN, LLC (MENOMINEE PROJECT) [Abstract]
MOHEGAN VENTURES WISCONSIN, LLC (MENOMINEE PROJECT) [Abstract]
Schedule of Long-term Development Projects [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Development Projects [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Development Projects [Table]
Long-term Development Project [Axis]
Long-term Development Project [Axis]
Long-term Development Project [Axis]
Long-term Development Project [Domain]
Long-term Development Project [Domain]
[Domain] for Long-term Development Project [Axis]
Menominee Project
Menominee Project [Member]
Menominee Project [Member]
Other Ownership Interests Name [Axis]
Other Ownership Interests Name [Axis]
Other Ownership Interests, Name [Domain]
Other Ownership Interests, Name [Domain]
Mohegan Ventures Wisconsin
Mohegan Ventures Wisconsin, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Ventures Wisconsin, LLC [Member]
Related Party [Axis]
Related Party [Axis]
Related Party [Domain]
Related Party [Domain]
Wisconsin Tribal Gaming
Wisconsin Tribal Gaming, LLC [Member]
Wisconsin Tribal Gaming, LLC [Member]
Schedule of Long-term Development Projects [Line Items]
Schedule of Long-term Development Projects [Line Items]
[Line Items] for Schedule of Long-term Development Projects [Table]
Membership or limited partnership interest percentage
Limited Liability Company (LLC) or Limited Partnership (LP), Members or Limited Partners, Ownership Interest
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]
Statement [Table]
Statement [Table]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Component [Domain]
Equity Component [Domain]
Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority
Parent [Member]
Non-controlling Interests
Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Statement [Line Items]
Statement [Line Items]
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Total capital at beginning of period
Non-controlling interest contributions
Proceeds from Noncontrolling Interests
Net income (loss)
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Distributions to Mohegan Tribe
Payments of Distributions to Affiliates
Repurchase of membership interest
Stock Repurchased During Period, Value
Total capital at end of period
Receivables [Abstract]
Schedule of receivables, net
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table Text Block]
MOHEGAN VENTURES WISCONSIN, LLC (MENOMINEE PROJECT)
Long-term Development Project [Text Block]
Long-term Development Project [Text Block]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]
SCHEDULE II - VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS AND RESERVES
Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Text Block]
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Reconciliation of long-term receivables and the related reserves for doubtful collection
Estimated useful lives by asset categories
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives [Table Text Block]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives [Table Text Block]
Estimated fair value of financing facilities and notes
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table Text Block]
Retail value of providing promotional allowances
Retail Value of Promotional Allowances [Table Text Block]
Retail Value of Promotional Allowances [Table Text Block]
Estimated cost of providing promotional allowances
Costs and Expenses of Promotional Allowances [Table Text Block]
Costs and Expenses of Promotional Allowances [Table Text Block]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, NET
Property, Plant and Equipment Disclosure [Text Block]
MOHEGAN VENTURES-NORTHWEST, LLC (COWLITZ PROJECT) [Abstract]
MOHEGAN VENTURES-NORTHWEST, LLC (COWLITZ PROJECT) [Abstract]
Cowlitz Project
Cowlitz Project [Member]
Cowlitz Project [Member]
Salishan-Mohegan
Salishan-Mohegan, LLC [Member]
Salishan-Mohegan, LLC [Member]
Salishan-Mohegan Two
Salishan-Mohegan Two [Member]
Salishan-Mohegan Two [Member]
Mohegan Ventures-Northwest
Mohegan Ventures-Northwest, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Ventures-Northwest, LLC [Member]
Salishan Company, LLC
Salishan Company, LLC [Member]
Salishan Company, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Tribe
Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut [Member]
Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut [Member]
Cowlitz Tribal Gaming Authority
Affiliated Entity [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Land
Land [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Axis]
Related Party Transaction [Axis]
Related Party Transaction [Domain]
Related Party Transaction [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event
Subsequent Event [Member]
Development fee
Long-term Development Project, Development Fees
Long-term Development Project, Development Fees
Area of land purchased (in acres)
Area of Real Estate Property
Term of management agreement
Long-term Development Project, Term of Management Agreement
Long-term Development Project, Term of Management Agreement
Management fee
Long-term Development Project, Management Fees
Long-term Development Project, Management Fees
Number of authorized gaming facilities
Number of Authorized Gaming Facilities
Number of Authorized Gaming Facilities
Number of authorized gaming machines, leasing
Number of Authorized Gaming Machines, Leasing
Number of Authorized Gaming Machines, Leasing
Number of authorized gaming machines, operation
Number of Authorized Gaming Machines, Operation
Number of Authorized Gaming Machines, Operation
Number of authorized table games, operation
Number of Authorized Table Games, Operation
Number of Authorized Table Games, Operation
Annual Rate
Long-term Development Project, Annual Rate
Long-term Development Project, Annual Rate
Number of claims dismissed
Loss Contingency, Claims Dismissed, Number
New claims filed
Loss Contingency, New Claims Filed, Number
Carrying value of land
Receivables including accrued interest
Long-term Development Project, Receivables, Including Accrued Interest, Gross
Long-term Development Project, Receivables, Including Accrued Interest, Gross
Allowance for doubtful collection
Long-term Development Project, Allowance for Doubtful Collection
Long-term Development Project, Allowance for Doubtful Collection
Repayments of receivables
Proceeds from Collection of Long-term Loans to Related Parties
Receivables repayment term
Related Party Transaction, Term
Related Party Transaction, Term
Additional interest rate above financing rate (as a percent)
Related Party Transaction, Additional Transaction Rate
Related Party Transaction, Additional Transaction Rate
Financing rate (as a percent)
Related Party Transaction, Rate
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Credit Facility
Line of Credit [Member]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Senior Secured Credit Facilities
Senior Secured Credit Facilities [Member]
Senior Secured Credit Facilities [Member]
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Revolving
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Revolving [Member]
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Revolving [Member]
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Term Loan A
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Term Loan A [Member]
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Term Loan A [Member]
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Term Loan B
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Term Loan B [Member]
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Term Loan B [Member]
Bank of America, N.A. Line of Credit
Bank of America, N.A. Line of Credit [Member]
Bank of America, N.A. Line of Credit [Member]
Downs Lodging Credit Facility
Downs Lodging Credit Facility [Member]
Downs Lodging Credit Facility [Member]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Term Loan A Facility
Term Loan A Facility [Member]
Term Loan A Facility [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Variable Rate [Axis]
Variable Rate [Axis]
Variable Rate [Domain]
Variable Rate [Domain]
LIBOR
London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]
Base Rate
Base Rate [Member]
Eurodollar
Eurodollar [Member]
One-Month London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR)
One-Month London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]
One-Month London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]
Federal Funds Rate
Federal Funds Effective Swap Rate [Member]
Range [Axis]
Range [Axis]
Range [Domain]
Range [Domain]
Minimum
Minimum [Member]
Maximum
Maximum [Member]
Downs Lodging, LLC
Downs Lodging, LLC [Member]
Downs Lodging, LLC [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Loan face amount
Debt Instrument, Face Amount
Proceeds from credit facility
Proceeds from Lines of Credit
Interest rate, year one
Debt Instrument, Amortization Of Principal, Percentage, Year One
Debt Instrument, Amortization Of Principal, Percentage, Year One
Interest rate, year two
Debt Instrument, Amortization Of Principal, Percentage, Year Two
Debt Instrument, Amortization Of Principal, Percentage, Year Two
Interest rate, year three
Debt Instrument, Amortization Of Principal, Percentage, Year Three
Debt Instrument, Amortization Of Principal, Percentage, Year Three
Amortization of principal, percentage, annual
Debt Instrument, Amortization Of Principal, Percentage, Annual
Debt Instrument, Amortization Of Principal, Percentage, Annual
Debt outstanding
Long-term Debt, Including Due to Related Parties, Excluding Deferred Income, Gain on Sale of Derivatives, Net
Long-term Debt, Including Due to Related Parties, Excluding Deferred Income, Gain on Sale of Derivatives, Net
Letters of credit issued
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Remaining borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity
Variable rate, measurement period
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate, Measurement Period
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate, Measurement Period
Basis spread on variable rate
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Variable rate, minimum
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate Basis, Minimum
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate Basis, Minimum
Debt instrument, variable rate at period end
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate at Period End
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate at Period End
Long-term debt, including due to related parties
Long-term Debt, Including Due to Related Parties
Long-term Debt, Including Due to Related Parties
Fee assessed on unused revolving credit
Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage
Effective interest rate of amounts outstanding
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Effective Percentage
Accrued interest payable, including commitment fees
Accrued Interest Payable, Including Commitment Fees
Accrued Interest Payable, Including Commitment Fees
Variable rate, leverage-based margin
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate, Leverage-based Margin
Debt Instrument, Variable Rate, Leverage-based Margin
Note stated interest rate
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Interest rate due monthly
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage, Due Monthly
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage, Due Monthly
Interest rate due at maturity
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage, Due At Maturity
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage, Due At Maturity
Exit fee
Debt Instrument, Exit Fee
Debt Instrument, Exit Fee
Prepayments on credit facility
Repayments of Lines of Credit
Borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity
Credit facility outstanding
Long-term Line of Credit
Accrued interest
Deferred interest and exit fee
Debt Instrument, Fee Amount
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Operating Segments
Operating Segments [Member]
Inter-segment revenues
Intersegment Eliminations [Member]
Segments [Axis]
Segments [Axis]
Segments [Domain]
Segments [Domain]
Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun [Member]
Mohegan Sun [Member]
Mohegan Sun Pocono
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs [Member]
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs [Member]
Corporate and other
Corporate and Other [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Number of reportable segments
Number of Reportable Segments
Net revenues
Revenue, Net
Income (loss) from operations
Operating Income (Loss)
Accretion of discount to the relinquishment liability
Accretion of Discount to the Relinquishment Liability
Accretion of the discount to the present value of the relinquishment liability related to an agreement which provides that the Authority make certain payments to Trading Cove Associates.
Interest income
Interest Income
Interest earned primarily on long term receivables.
Interest expense, net of capitalized interest
Interest Expense
Loss on early extinguishment of debt
Gains (Losses) On Early Exchange of Debt And Write-Off Of Debt Issuance Costs
Gains (Losses) On Early Exchange of Debt And Write-Off Of Debt Issuance Costs
Other expense, net
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Net income (loss)
Loss attributable to non-controlling interests
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income (loss) attributable to Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent
Capital expenditures incurred
Capital Expenditures Incurred
Capital Expenditures Incurred
Total assets
Leases [Abstract]
Minimum future rental income
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable [Abstract]
2016
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, Current
2017
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, in Two Years
2018
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, in Three Years
2019
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, in Four Years
2020
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, in Five Years
Thereafter
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, Thereafter
Total
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable
Rental expense
Operating Leases, Rent Expense, Net
Schedule of Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Table]
Schedule of Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Table]
Mohegan Tribal Finance Authority
Mohegan Tribal Finance Authority [Member]
Mohegan Tribal Finance Authority [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Fourth Amendment, Amount of acres released for use
Lessor Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Additional Land
Lessor Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Additional Land
Fourth Amendment, Amount of rooms to be developed
Lessee Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Renewal Additional Hotel Rooms
Lessee Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Renewal Additional Hotel Rooms
Initial lease term
Lessee Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Renewal Term
Minimum future rental expense
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
2016
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Next Twelve Months
2017
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Two Years
2018
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Three Years
2019
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Four Years
2020
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Five Years
Thereafter
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due Thereafter
Total
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies
RECEIVABLES, NET
Loans, Notes, Trade and Other Receivables Disclosure [Text Block]
LONG-TERM DEBT
Long-term Debt [Text Block]
Schedule of future minimum rental payments receivable for operating leases
Schedule of Future Minimum Rental Payments Receivable for Operating Leases [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Future Minimum Rental Payments Receivable for Operating Leases [Table Text Block]
Schedule of minimum future rental expense under non-cancelable leases
Schedule of Future Minimum Rental Payments for Operating Leases [Table Text Block]
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING BALANCE SHEETS
Condensed Balance Sheet [Table Text Block]
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENTS OF INCOME (LOSS)
Condensed Income Statement [Table Text Block]
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Condensed Cash Flow Statement [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Promotional Allowances [Table]
Schedule of Promotional Allowances [Table]
Schedule of Promotional Allowances [Table]
Products and Services [Axis]
Products and Services [Axis]
Products and Services [Domain]
Products and Services [Domain]
Food and beverage
Food and Beverage [Member]
Food and Beverage [Member]
Hotel
Hotel Operations [Member]
Hotel Operations [Member]
Retail, entertainment and other
Retail, Entertainment, and Other [Member]
Retail, Entertainment, and Other [Member]
Schedule of Promotional Allowances [Line Items]
Schedule of Promotional Allowances [Line Items]
Schedule of Promotional Allowances [Line Items]
Retail value of providing promotional allowances
Promotional Allowances
Cost of providing promotional allowances
Cost of Providing Promotional Allowances
Cost of Providing Promotional Allowances
Reductions to gaming revenues related to discounts provided on patron losses
Reductions to Gaming Revenues Related to Discounts Provided on Patron Losses
Reductions to Gaming Revenues Related to Discounts Provided on Patron Losses
Reductions to gaming revenues related to player club points redeemed for cash
Reductions To Gaming Revenues Related To Promotional Awards Redeemed For Cash
Reductions To Gaming Revenues Related To Promotional Awards Redeemed For Cash
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Central Index Key
Entity Central Index Key
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Entity Filer Category
Entity Filer Category
Document Type
Document Type
Document Period End Date
Document Period End Date
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Amendment Flag
Amendment Flag
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Entity Voluntary Filers
Entity Voluntary Filers
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Public Float
Entity Public Float
Compensation Related Costs [Abstract]
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS
Compensation Related Costs, General [Text Block]
Commitments and Contingencies [Table]
Commitments and Contingencies [Table]
Commitments and Contingencies [Table]
Commitments [Axis]
Commitments [Axis]
Commitments [Axis]
Commitments [Domain]
Commitments [Domain]
Commitments [Domain]
Slot Win Contributions
Slot Win Contributions [Member]
Slot Win Contributions [Member]
Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax
Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax [Member]
Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax [Member]
Pennsylvania Table Game Tax
Pennsylvania Table Game Tax [Member]
Pennsylvania Table Game Tax [Member]
Pennsylvania Regulatory Fee
Pennsylvania Regulatory Fee [Member]
Pennsylvania Regulatory Fee [Member]
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Loans
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Loans [Member]
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Loans [Member]
Horsemen's Agreement
Horsemen's Agreement [Member]
Horsemen's Agreement [Member]
Priority Distribution Agreement
Priority Distribution Agreement [Member]
Priority Distribution Agreement [Member]
Town of Montville Agreement
Town of Montville Agreement [Member]
Town of Montville Agreement [Member]
Land Lease Agreement
Land Lease Agreement [Member]
Land Lease Agreement [Member]
Downs Racing
Downs Racing, L.P. [Member]
Downs Racing, L.P. [Member]
Commitments and Contingencies [Line Items]
Commitments and Contingencies [Line Items]
Commitments and Contingencies [Line Items]
Contribution frequency period
Slot Win Contributions, Frequency Period
Slot Win Contributions, Frequency Period
Contribution determination criteria 1, percent of gross revenues from slot machines, lesser of
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Contribution Determination Criteria 1, Percent of Gross Revenues from Slot Machines, Lesser of
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Contribution Determination Criteria 1, Lesser of, Percent of Gross Revenues from Slot Machines
Contribution determination criteria 2a, lesser of, percent of gross revenues from slot machines, greater of
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Contribution Determination Criteria 2a, Lesser of, Percent of Gross Revenues from Slot Machines, Greater of
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Contribution Determination Criteria 2a, Lesser of, Percent of Gross Revenues from Slot Machines, Greater of
Contribution determination criteria 2b, lesser of, set cash contribution
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Contribution Determination Criteria 2b, Lesser of, Set Cash Contribution
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Contribution Determination Criteria 2b, Lesser of, Set Cash Contribution
Contribution rate applied to excess free promotional play revenues in excess of limitation, if other than standard rate
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Contribution Rate Applied to Excess Free Promotional Play Revenues in Excess of Limitation, If Other Than Standard Rate
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Contribution Rate Applied to Excess Free Promotional Play Revenues in Excess of Limitation, If Other Than Standard Rate
Limitation of excluded free promotional play as a percent of gross revenues from slot machines
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Limitation of Excluded Free Promotional Play As A Percent of Gross Revenues from Slot Machines
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Limitation of Excluded Free Promotional Play As A Percent of Gross Revenues from Slot Machines
Slot win contributions
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions Recognized
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions Recognized
Slot win contributions outstanding
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Outstanding
Commitment, Slot Win Contributions, Outstanding
Number of slot machines at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs permitted by license
Permitted Slot Machine Capacity
Permitted Slot Machine Capacity
Number of slot machines at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs permitted by license expandable to
Permitted Slot Machine Capacity, Expandable To
Permitted Slot Machine Capacity, Expandable To
Tax rate applied to percent of gross revenues from slot machines
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Tax Rate Applied to Percent of Gross Revenues from Slot Machines
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Tax Rate Applied to Percent of Gross Revenues from Slot Machines
Portion of taxed revenues subject to minimum annual local share assessment
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Portion of Taxed Revenues Subject to Minimum Annual Local Share Assessment
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Portion of Taxed Revenues Subject to Minimum Annual Local Share Assessment
Minimum annual local share assessment
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Minimum Annual Local Share Assessment
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Minimum Annual Local Share Assessment
Escrow deposit for tax payments
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Escrow Deposit For Tax Payments
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Escrow Deposit For Tax Payments
Slot machine tax expense recognized
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Tax Expense Recognized
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Tax Expense Recognized
Slot machine tax expense, outstanding
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Tax Expense, Outstanding
Commitment, Pennsylvania Slot Machine Tax, Tax Expense, Outstanding
Subsequent table game tax rate
Commitment, Pennsylvania Table Game Tax, Subsequent Tax Rate
Commitment, Pennsylvania Table Game Tax, Subsequent Tax Rate
Additional local tax
Commitment, Pennsylvania Table Game Tax, Additional Local Tax
Commitment, Pennsylvania Table Game Tax, Additional Local Tax
Table game tax expense recognized
Commitment, Pennsylvania Table Game Tax, Tax Expense Recognized
Commitment, Pennsylvania Table Game Tax, Tax Expense Recognized
Table game tax expense outstanding
Commitment, Pennsylvania Table Game Tax, Tax Expense, Outstanding
Commitment, Pennsylvania Table Game Tax, Tax Expense, Outstanding
Fee rate, percent of gross revenues from slot machines and table games
Commitment, Pennsylvania Regulatory Fee, Fee Rate, Percent of Gross Revenues from Slot Machines and Table Games
Commitment, Pennsylvania Regulatory Fee, Fee Rate, Percent of Gross Revenues from Slot Machines and Table Games
Regulatory fee recognized
Commitment, Pennsylvania Regulatory Fee Recognized
Commitment, Pennsylvania Regulatory Fee Recognized
Regulatory fee outstanding
Commitment, Pennsylvania Regulatory Fee, Outstanding
Commitment, Pennsylvania Regulatory Fee, Outstanding
Loans obtained by PGCB
Loan Obtained by Third Party
Loan Obtained by Third Party
Additional Loans granted by PGCB
Additional Loan Obtained by Third Party
Additional Loan Obtained by Third Party
Number of authorized gaming facilities that have commenced operations
Number of Authorized Gaming Facilities That Have Commenced Operations
Number of Authorized Gaming Facilities That Have Commenced Operations
PGCB loan repayment period
Loan Obtained by Third Party, Repayment Period
Loan Obtained by Third Party, Repayment Period
PGCB loan repayment expense
Loan Repayment Expense
Loan Repayment Expense
Purses earned by horsemen and other fees outstanding
Commitment, Purses Earned by Horsemen And Other Fees, Outstanding
Commitment, Purses Earned by Horsemen And Other Fees, Outstanding
Annual initial amount of priority distribution payments
Commitment, Priority Distribution Payments, Annual Initial Amount
Commitment, Priority Distribution Payments, Annual Initial Amount
Priority distribution payments
Commitment, Priority Distribution Payments
Commitment, Priority Distribution Payments
Annual payments
Commitment, Annual Payments
Commitment, Annual Payments
Term of lease
Lessee Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Term of Contract
Renewable period of additional term
Rental fee, percent of annual revenues for periods not occupied by primary tenant
Commitment, Rental Fee, Percent of Annual Revenues For Periods Not Occupied by Primary Tenant
Commitment, Rental Fee, Percent of Annual Revenues For Periods Not Occupied by Primary Tenant
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Subsequent Events [Text Block]
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Increase (decrease) in construction payables
Increase (Decrease) in Construction Payables
Senior Unsecured Notes
Unsecured Debt [Member]
Prior Bank Credit Facility - Revolving
Prior Bank Credit Facility - Revolving [Member]
Prior Bank Credit Facility - Revolving [Member]
Prior Bank Credit Facility - Term
Prior Bank Credit Facility - Term Loan [Member]
Prior Bank Credit Facility - Term Loan [Member]
Prior Term Loan Facility
Prior Term Loan Facility [Member]
Prior Term Loan Facility [Member]
Cash flows provided by (used in) operating activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Net income (loss)
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash flows provided by operating activities:
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Nonproduction
Relinquishment liability reassessment
Relinquishment Liability Reassessment
Amount recognized as an operating credit or expense during the period to reflect a reduction or increase in the relinquishment liability.
Accretion of discount to the relinquishment liability
Cash paid for accretion of discount to the relinquishment liability
Cash Paid for Accretion of Discount to the Relinquishment Liability
Cash outflow for accretion of discount to the relinquishment liability related to an agreement which provides that the Authority make certain payments to Trading Cove Associates.
Loss on early extinguishment of debt
(Gain) Loss on Early Extinguishment or Exchange of Debt
Gain or loss in connection with early extinguishment or exchange of debt.
Proceeds from bond premiums
Proceeds From Debt Premiums
Proceeds From Debt Premiums
Payments of tender offer costs and discounts
Payments Of Tender Offer Costs
Payments Of Tender Offer Costs
Amortization of debt issuance costs and accretion of bond premiums and discounts
Amortization of Financing Costs and Discounts
Amortization of net deferred gain on settlement of derivative instruments
Amortization of Deferred Hedge Gains
Provision for losses on receivables
Provision for Doubtful Accounts
Impairment of Project Horizon
Impairment of Ongoing Project
(Gain) loss on disposition of assets
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Property Plant Equipment, Excluding Oil and Gas Property and Timber Property
Loss from unconsolidated affiliates
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Increase (Decrease) in Operating Capital [Abstract]
Increase in receivables
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Receivable
(Increase) decrease in inventories
Increase (Decrease) in Inventories
(Increase) decrease in other assets
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Assets
Increase (decrease) in trade payables
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable, Trade
Decrease in accrued interest
Increase (Decrease) in Interest Payable, Net
Increase (decrease) in other liabilities
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Liabilities
Net cash flows provided by operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
Cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract]
Purchases of property and equipment, including increase (decrease) in construction payables of $7,305, $(5,179) and $5,948, respectively
Payments to Acquire Property, Plant, and Equipment
Issuance of third-party loans and advances
Issuance of Third Party Loans and Advances
Cash outflow from issuance of third party loans and advances.
Payments received on third-party loans
Payments Received on Third Party Loans
Cash inflow from payments received on third party loans.
(Increase) decrease in restricted cash, net
Increase (Decrease) in Restricted Cash
Proceeds from asset sales
Proceeds from Sale of Property, Plant, and Equipment
Investments in the New England Black Wolves
Payments for (Proceeds from) Limited Partnership
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates
Payments to Acquire Equity Method Investments
Net cash flows used in investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities
Cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract]
Line of Credit borrowings
Line of Credit repayments
Repayments to Mohegan Tribe
Repayments of Related Party Debt
Proceeds from issuance of Senior Unsecured Notes, net of premiums
Proceeds from Issuance of Senior Long-term Debt
Repayments of other long-term debt
Repayments of Other Debt
Principal portion of relinquishment liability payments
Principal Portion of Relinquishment Liability Payments
Cash outflow for principal portion of relinquishment liability payments related to an agreement which provides that the Authority make certain payments to Trading Cove Associates.
Distributions to Mohegan Tribe
Payments of financing fees
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs
Payments on capital lease obligations
Repayments of Long-term Capital Lease Obligations
Net cash flows used in financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
Supplemental disclosures:
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]
Cash paid during the year for interest
Interest Paid
Repurchase of membership interest
Repurchase of Membership Interest
Repurchase of Membership Interest
Financial information related to segments
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]
Other Current Assets and Other Current Liabilities [Abstract]
Other Current Assets and Other Current Liabilities [Abstract]
Other Assets, Current [Abstract]
Other Assets, Current [Abstract]
Other Assets, Current [Abstract]
Non-qualified deferred compensation
Deferred Compensation Cash-based Arrangements, Liability, Current
Prepaid expenses and other miscellaneous current assets
Prepaid Expense, Current
Total other current assets
Other Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
Other Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
Accrued payroll and related taxes and benefits
Accrued Payroll and Related Taxes and Benefits, Current
Accrued Payroll and Related Taxes and Benefits, Current
Combined outstanding Slot Win Contribution and free promotional slot play contribution
Combined Outstanding Slot Win Contribution and Free Promotional Slot Play Contribution, Current
Combined Outstanding Slot Win Contribution and Free Promotional Slot Play Contribution, Current
Amounts due to horsemen
Amounts Due to Horsemen, Current
Amounts Due to Horsemen, Current
Payments in transit
Payments In Transit, Current
Payments In Transit, Current
Other miscellaneous current liabilities
Other Accrued Liabilities, Current
Total other current liabilities
INVESTMENT IN WNBA FRANCHISE [Abstract]
INVESTMENT IN WNBA FRANCHISE [Abstract]
Entities [Table]
Entities [Table]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Initial player roster
Player Roster of Sports Organization [Member]
Player Roster of Sports Organization [Member]
Franchise
Franchise Rights [Member]
Mohegan Basketball Club
Mohegan Basketball Club, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Basketball Club, LLC [Member]
Other Ownership Interests, Name [Domain]
WNBA
WNBA, LLC [Member]
WNBA, LLC [Member]
Entity Information [Line Items]
Entity Information [Line Items]
Estimated fair value of intangible asset acquired with membership interest
Membership Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Amortizable Intangible Assets
Membership Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Amortizable Intangible Assets
Useful life of intangible asset acquired with membership interest
Acquired Finite-lived Intangible Assets, Weighted Average Useful Life
Accumulated amortization
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization
Amortization expense
Amortization of Intangible Assets
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net, Amortization Expense, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net, Amortization Expense, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Expected amortization expenses, 2015
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Next Twelve Months
Expected amortization expenses, 2016
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Two
Expected amortization expenses, 2017
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Three
Expected amortization expenses, 2018
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Four
Expected amortization expenses, 2019
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Five
Defined Contribution Pension and Other Postretirement Plans Disclosure [Abstract]
Defined Contribution Pension and Other Postretirement Plans Disclosure [Abstract]
Minimum annual contribution percent per employee
Defined Contribution Plan, Minimum Annual Contribution Per Employee by the Employee, Percent
Defined Contribution Plan, Minimum Annual Contribution Per Employee by the Employee, Percent
Maximum annual contribution percent per employee
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contribution Per Employee by the Employee, Percent
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contribution Per Employee by the Employee, Percent
Maximum employer match as percent of employee contribution
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Employer Match as Percent of Employee Contribution
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Employer Match as Percent of Employee Contribution
Maximum match from employer as a percent of participants' salary
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contributions Per Employee, Percent
Rate of discretionary employer contributions (in dollars per qualified hour)
Defined Contribution Plan, Rate of Discretionary Employer Contributions
Defined Contribution Plan, Rate of Discretionary Employer Contributions
Minimum eligibility period
Defined Contribution Plan, Minimum Eligibility Period
Defined Contribution Plan, Minimum Eligibility Period
Period to be fully vested
Defined Contribution Plan, Period to be Fully Vested
Defined Contribution Plan, Period to be Fully Vested
Contributions, net of forfeitures
Defined Contribution Plan, Cost Recognized
Deferred Compensation Arrangements [Abstract]
Deferred Compensation Arrangements [Abstract]
Percent of employee salary eligible for deferral
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Percent of Employee Salary Eligible for Deferral
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Percent of Employee Salary Eligible for Deferral
Participant withdrawals, net of contributions
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Distributions Paid
Participant withdrawals, net of contributions and changes in fair value of investments
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Employee Contribution
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Employee Contribution
INVESTMENT IN WNBA FRANCHISE
Membership Agreements [Text Block]
Membership Agreements [Text Block]
SEGMENT REPORTING
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]
Principles of Consolidation
Consolidation, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Changes in Accounting Principles
Debt, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Use of Estimates
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Unrestricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Restricted Cash
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Accounts Receivable
Trade and Other Accounts Receivable, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Long-term Receivables
Finance, Loans and Leases Receivable, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Inventories
Inventory, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Property and Equipment and Capitalized Interest
Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Goodwill
Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Goodwill, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Other Intangible Assets
Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Intangible Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Debt Issuance Costs, Discounts and Premiums
Deferred Charges, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Self-insurance Accruals
Self Insurance Reserve [Policy Text Block]
Unredeemed Momentum Dollars
Revenue Recognition, Loyalty Programs [Policy Text Block]
Base Jackpots
Revenue Recognition, Base Jackpots, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Revenue Recognition, Base Jackpots, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
Fair Value of Financial Instruments, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Revenue Recognition
Revenue Recognition Accounting Policy, Gross and Net Revenue Disclosure [Policy Text Block]
Promotional Allowances
Revenue Recognition, Allowances [Policy Text Block]
Gaming Costs and Expenses
Gaming Costs and Expenses, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Gaming Costs and Expenses, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Advertising Costs and Expenses
Advertising Cost, Policy, Expensed Advertising Cost [Policy Text Block]
Corporate Costs and Expenses
Corporate Costs and Expenses, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Corporate Costs and Expenses, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Pre-Opening Costs and Expenses
Start-up Activities, Cost Policy [Policy Text Block]
Investments in Unconsolidated Affiliates
Equity Method Investments, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Income Taxes
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Seasonality
Seasonality [Policy Text Block]
Seasonality [Policy Text Block]
New Accounting Standard
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Mohegan Tribal Utility Authority
Mohegan Tribal Utility Authority [Member]
Mohegan Tribal Utility Authority [Member]
Distributions to the Tribe
Expenses for services provided to related party
Related Party Transaction, Selling, General and Administrative Expenses from Transactions with Related Party
Utilities purchased from related party
Related Party Transaction, Purchases from Related Party, Utilities
Related Party Transaction, Purchases from Related Party, Utilities
Incurred interest expense associated with a related party debt
Interest Expense, Related Party
Monthly payment amount
Capital Leases, Monthly Payment Amount
Capital Leases, Monthly Payment Amount
Bidding threshold established by ordinance
Related Party Transaction, Bidding Threshold Established by Ordinance
Related Party Transaction, Bidding Threshold Established by Ordinance
Acceptable variance in bid from lowest bid for ordinance to apply
Related Party Transaction, Acceptable Variance in Bid from Lowest Bid for Ordinance to Apply
Related Party Transaction, Acceptable Variance in Bid from Lowest Bid for Ordinance to Apply
Number of employees affiliated with related party
Related Party Transaction, Number of Employees Affiliated with Related Party
Related Party Transaction, Number of Employees Affiliated with Related Party
Senior Subordinated Notes
Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
2013 9 3/4% Senior Unsecured Notes
Senior Unsecured Notes, 2013, 9 Point 75 Percent [Member]
Senior Unsecured Notes, 2013, 9 Point 75 Percent [Member]
2012 11 % Senior Subordinated Notes
Senior Subordinated Notes, 2012, 11 Percent [Member]
Senior Subordinated Notes, 2012, 11 Percent [Member]
Proceeds from issuance of debt
Proceeds from Issuance of Long-term Debt
Debt outstanding before discount
Long-term Debt, Gross
Amount of debt repurchased
Debt Instrument, Repurchase Amount
Redeemable rate
Debt Instrument, Redeemable Rate
Debt Instrument, Redeemable Rate
Redeemable rate after cutoff upon change of control
Debt Instrument, Redeemable Rate Upon Change of Control
Debt Instrument, Redeemable Rate Upon Change of Control
Redeemable rate upon certain conditions
Debt Instrument, Redeemable Rate Upon Certain Conditions
Debt Instrument, Redeemable Rate Upon Certain Conditions
Schedule of Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Impaired Long-Lived Assets Held and Used by Type [Axis]
Impaired Long-Lived Assets Held and Used by Type [Axis]
Impaired Long-Lived Assets Held and Used, Asset Name [Domain]
Impaired Long-Lived Assets Held and Used, Asset Name [Domain]
Conceptual Design Work
Conceptual Design Work [Member]
Conceptual Design Work [Member]
Land improvements
Land Improvements [Member]
Buildings and improvements
Building and Building Improvements [Member]
Furniture and equipment
Furniture and Equipment [Member]
Furniture and Equipment [Member]
Construction in process
Construction in Progress [Member]
Asset under Construction
Asset under Construction [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Property and equipment, gross
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross
Accumulated depreciation
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Total property and equipment, net
Depreciation expense
Depreciation
Capitalized interest
Interest Costs Capitalized
Revenues:
Revenues [Abstract]
Gaming
Casino Revenue
Food and beverage
Food and Beverage Revenue
Hotel
Occupancy Revenue
Retail, entertainment and other
Retail, Entertainment and Other Revenues
Revenue generated by and derived from retail store operations and arena events. Also includes revenue from gas station and golf course operations, as well as rental revenue from leased areas and other miscellaneous revenue.
Gross revenues
Gross revenue
Aggregate revenue recognized during the period, before deducting promotional allowances.
Less-Promotional allowances
Net revenues
Operating costs and expenses:
Operating Costs and Expenses [Abstract]
Gaming
Casino Expenses
Food and beverage
Food and Beverage, Cost of Sales
Hotel
Occupancy Costs
Retail, entertainment and other
Retail, Entertainment and Other Costs and Expenses
Costs incurred and are directly related to generating retail, entertainment and other revenues.
Advertising, general and administrative
Selling, General and Administrative Expense
Corporate
Corporate Expenses
Allocation of governmental and certain administrative costs, payroll costs, professional fees and various other expenses not directly related to operations. Also include costs associated with various gaming diversification efforts, which are expensed as incurred, except when reimbursable by a third-party.
Loss on disposition of assets
Net Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Assets
Net Gain (Loss) on resulting from disposition of property, plant and equipment.
Severance
Severance Costs
Pre-opening
Pre-Opening Costs
Total operating costs and expenses
Costs and Expenses
Income (loss) from operations
Other income (expense):
Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Abstract]
Loss on early extinguishment of debt
Gains (Losses) on Extinguishment of Debt
Loss on interests in subsidiaries
(Gain) Loss on Interests in Subsidiaries
(Gain) Loss on Interests in Subsidiaries
Other income (expense), net
Total other expense
Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Schedule of property and equipment, net
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping, Disclosure Item Amounts [Axis]
Measurement Basis [Axis]
Fair Value, Disclosure Item Amounts [Domain]
Fair Value Measurement [Domain]
Portion at Fair Value Measurement
Portion at Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Carrying Value
Reported Value Measurement [Member]
Fair Value
Estimate of Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurements, Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Bank Credit Facility
Bank Credit Facility [Member]
Bank Credit Facility [Member]
Term Loan B Facility
Term Loan B Facility [Member]
Term Loan B Facility [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Credit facility value
Lines of Credit, Fair Value Disclosure
Interest rate (as a percent)
Note value
Notes Payable, Fair Value Disclosure
RELINQUISHMENT AGREEMENT [Abstract]
RELINQUISHMENT AGREEMENT [Abstract]
RELINQUISHMENT AGREEMENT
Relinquishment Agreement [Text Block]
Relinquishment Agreement with Trading Cove Associates.
Term of relinquishment agreement
Relinquishment Agreement, Term
Relinquishment Agreement, Term
Relinquishment liability
Relinquishment Liability
Relinquishment Liability
Relinquishment liability reassessment
Relinquishment Payments [Abstract]
Relinquishment Payments [Abstract]
Relinquishment Payments [Abstract]
Principal
Accretion of discount
Total relinquishment payments
Relinquishment Payments
Relinquishment Payments
Accrued relinquishment payments
Relinquishment Liability, Accrued Payments
Relinquishment Liability, Accrued Payments
Promissory Notes
Promissory Notes [Member]
Promissory Notes [Member]
2009 Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note
Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note, 2009 [Member]
Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note, 2009 [Member]
2012 Mohegan Tribe Minor's Trust Promissory Note
Mohegan Tribe Minor's Trust Promissory Note, 2012 [Member]
Mohegan Tribe Minor's Trust Promissory Note, 2012 [Member]
2013 Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note
Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note, 2013 [Member]
Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note, 2013 [Member]
Payment by Date [Axis]
Payment by Date [Axis]
Payment by Date [Axis]
Payment by Date [Domain]
Payment by Date [Domain]
Payment by Date [Domain]
Commencing September 30, 2015 through March 31, 2016
Commencing September 30, 2015 through March 31, 2016 [Member]
Commencing September 30, 2015 through March 31, 2016 [Member]
Commencing December 31, 2012 through March 31, 2014
Commencing December 31, 2012 through March 31, 2014 [Member]
Commencing December 31, 2012 through March 31, 2014 [Member]
Commencing July 1, 2014 and September 30, 2015
Commencing July 1, 2014 and September 30, 2015 [Member]
Commencing July 1, 2014 and September 30, 2015 [Member]
Commencing December 31, 2015 through September 30, 2016
Commencing December 31, 2015 through September 30, 2016 [Member]
Commencing December 31, 2015 through September 30, 2016 [Member]
Commencing at Maturity
Commencing March 31, 2017 [Member]
Commencing March 31, 2017 [Member]
Quarterly amortization of principal
Debt Instrument, Periodic Payment, Principal
Repayments of debt
Repayments of Long-term Debt
Amount outstanding
Long-term Debt
Periodic interest payment
Debt Instrument, Periodic Payment, Interest
MOHEGAN VENTURES-NORTHWEST, LLC (COWLITZ PROJECT)
Resorts Atlantic City
Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey [Member]
Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey [Member]
Mohegan Holding NJ
MGA Holding NJ, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Holding NJ, LLC [Member]
Buildings and land improvements
Buildings and Land Improvements [Member]
Buildings and Land Improvements [Member]
Estimated useful life
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table]
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table]
Counterparty Name [Axis]
Counterparty Name [Axis]
Counterparty Name [Domain]
Counterparty Name [Domain]
Affiliates
Others
Others [Member]
Others [Member]
Receivable Type [Axis]
Receivable Type [Axis]
Receivable Type [Domain]
Receivable [Domain]
Notes receivable
Notes Receivable [Member]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Gross, Noncurrent [Roll Forward]
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Gross, Noncurrent [Roll Forward]
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Gross, Noncurrent [Roll Forward]
Balance, beginning of period
Financing Receivable, Gross
Additions: Issuance of affiliate advances and other loans, including interest receivable
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Issuance
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Issuance
Additions: Cowlitz Project land value transfer
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Land Transfer
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Land Transfer
Deductions: Payments received
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Payments Received
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Payments Received
Deductions: Adjustments
Notes, Loans And Financing Receivable, Decrease
Notes, Loans And Financing Receivable, Decrease
Balance, end of period
Current portion of long-term receivables
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Net, Current
Interest receivable
Interest Receivable, Noncurrent
OTHER CURRENT ASSETS AND OTHER CURRENT LIABILITIES
Other Assets and Other Liabilities Disclosure [Text Block]
Other Assets and Other Liabilities Disclosure [Text Block]
SUPPLEMENTAL CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING FINANCIAL STATEMENT INFORMATION
Condensed Financial Statements [Text Block]
2005 6 7/8% Senior Subordinated Notes
Senior Subordinated Notes, 2005, 6 Point 875 Percent [Member]
Senior Subordinated Notes, 2005, 6 Point 875 Percent [Member]
Debt Instrument Repurchased [Axis]
Debt Instrument Repurchased [Axis]
Debt Instrument Repurchased [Axis]
Debt Instrument Repurchased [Domain]
Debt Instrument Repurchased [Domain]
Debt Instrument Repurchased [Domain]
2004 Senior Subordinated Notes
2004 Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
2004 Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
2005 Senior Subordinated Notes
2005 Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
2005 Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
Principal amount tendered and exchanged
Debt Instrument, Principal Amount Tendered and Exchanged
Debt Instrument, Principal Amount Tendered and Exchanged
Payment in Kind (PIK) interest rate
Debt Instrument, Payment in Kind Interest Rate
Debt Instrument, Payment in Kind Interest Rate
Principal outstanding
Notes Payable
Pocono Downs Subsidiaries
Downs Racing, L.P., Backside, L.P., Mill Creek Land, L.P. and Northeast Concessions, L.P. [Member]
Downs Racing, L.P., Backside, L.P., Mill Creek Land, L.P. and Northeast Concessions, L.P. [Member]
Mohegan Golf
Mohegan Golf, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Golf, LLC [Member]
MTGA Gaming
MTGA Gaming, LLC [Member]
MTGA Gaming, LLC [Member]
Ownership percentage
Ownership Percentage
Ownership Percentage
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Table]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Table]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves Type [Axis]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves Type [Axis]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Domain]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Domain]
Reserves for uncollectible accounts
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts [Member]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]
Balances at Beginning of Year
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Balance
Charges to Costs and Expenses
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Charged to Cost and Expense
Deductions from Reserves
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Deductions
Balances at End of Year
LEASES
Leases [Text Block]
Leases [Text Block]
Gaming
Gaming, Receivable [Member]
Gaming, Receivable [Member]
Hotel
Hotel, Receivable [Member]
Hotel, Receivable [Member]
Affiliates
Affiliates, Receivable [Member]
Affiliates, Receivable [Member]
Other
Other Receivables [Member]
Other Receivables [Member]
Receivables
Receivables, Gross, Current
Receivables, Gross, Current
Less: reserve for doubtful collection
Allowance for Doubtful Receivables, Current
Allowance for Doubtful Receivables, Current
Total receivables, net
Subsequent Event [Table]
Subsequent Event [Table]
Facility Agreement
Facility Agreement [Member]
Facility Agreement [Member]
Note Purchase Agreement
Note Purchase Agreement [Member]
Note Purchase Agreement [Member]
New Downs Lodging Credit Facility
New Downs Lodging Credit Facility [Member]
New Downs Lodging Credit Facility [Member]
Debt Instrument, Redemption, Period [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Redemption, Period [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Redemption, Period [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Redemption, Period [Domain]
Repayment within one year of issuance
Debt Instrument, Redemption, Period One [Member]
Mohegan Gaming Advisors
Mohegan Gaming Advisors [Member]
Mohegan Gaming Advisors [Member]
2015 Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note
Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note, 2015 [Member]
Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note, 2015 [Member]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Forecast
Scenario, Forecast [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Aggregate principal amount that may be issued
Principal amount
Basis spread on variable rate (as a percent)
Redemption price (as a percent)
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage
Premium on debt redemption (as a percent)
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage, Premium
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage, Premium
Notes Payable, Related Parties, Current
Notes Payable, Related Parties, Current
Interest rate (as a percent)
Principal payment
Debt covenant, maximum total debt subject to earlier maturity (as a percent)
Debt Instrument, Covenant, Maximum Total Debt Due Before Maturity, Percent
Debt Instrument, Covenant, Maximum Total Debt Due Before Maturity, Percent
Frequency of amortizing payments
Debt Instrument, Frequency of Periodic Payment
Amortization of principal
Debt Instrument, Periodic Payment
Other Debt
Other Debt [Member]
Other Debt [Member]
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Revolving
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Term Loan A, due June 2018
Senior Secured Credit Facility - Term Loan B, due June 2018
2013 9 3/4% Senior Unsecured Notes, due September 2021
2005 6 7/8% Senior Subordinated Notes, due February 2015
2012 11 % Senior Subordinated Notes, due September 2018
2009 Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note, due September 2015
2012 Mohegan Tribe Minor's Trust Promissory Note, due March 2017
2013 Mohegan Tribe Promissory Note, due December 2018
Downs Lodging Credit Facility, due July 2016
Prior Bank Credit Facilities and 2009 and 2012 Second Lien Senior Secured Notes
Prior Bank Credit Facilities and 2009 and 2012 Second Lien Senior Secured Notes [Member]
Prior Bank Credit Facilities and 2009 and 2012 Second Lien Senior Secured Notes [Member]
Debt Schedule [Abstract]
Long-term Debt, Unclassified [Abstract]
Long-term debt, excluding capital leases
Discount and debt issuance costs
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount (Premium) And Debt Issuance Costs, Net
Amount of unamortized debt discount (premium) and debt issuance costs.
Less: current portion of long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Including Due to Related Parties, Current
Long-term Debt, Including Due to Related Parties, Current
Long-term debt, net of current portion
Long-term Debt, Including Due to Related Parties, Noncurrent
Long-term Debt, Including Due to Related Parties, Noncurrent
Long-term Debt, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Long-term Debt, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
2016
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Next Twelve Months
2017
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Two
2018
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Three
2019
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Four
2020
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Five
Thereafter
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal after Year Five
Total
Transaction costs
Debt Issuance Cost
Losses on early exchange of debt, previously capitalized transaction costs
Gains (Losses) on Early Exchange of Debt, Previously Capitalized Transaction Costs
Gains (Losses) on Early Exchange of Debt, Previously Capitalized Transaction Costs
Losses on early exchange of debt, transaction costs not previously capitalized
Gains (Losses) on Early Exchange of Debt, Transaction Costs Not Previously Capitalized
Gains (Losses) on Early Exchange of Debt, Transaction Costs Not Previously Capitalized
Unamortized discount
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount
Capitalized debt issuance costs
Deferred Finance Costs, Net
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of other current assets and other current liabilities
Schedule of Other Assets and Other Liabilities [Table Text Block]
New Accounting Pronouncement, Early Adoption [Table]
New Accounting Pronouncement, Early Adoption [Table]
New Accounting Pronouncement, Early Adoption [Axis]
New Accounting Pronouncement, Early Adoption [Axis]
New Accounting Principles, Early Adoption [Domain]
New Accounting Principles, Early Adoption [Domain]
Effect of Adopting New Accounting Pronouncement
New Accounting Pronouncement, Early Adoption, Effect [Member]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Other Assets
Other Assets [Member]
Long-term Debt
Long-term Debt [Member]
New Accounting Pronouncement, Early Adoption [Line Items]
New Accounting Pronouncement, Early Adoption [Line Items]
Debt issuance costs
Schedule of Accrued Severance Liability By Segment [Table]
Schedule of Accrued Severance Liability By Segment [Table]
Schedule of Accrued Severance Liability By Segment [Table]
Schedule of Accrued Severance Liability By Segment [Line Items]
Schedule of Accrued Severance Liability By Segment [Line Items]
Schedule of Accrued Severance Liability By Segment [Line Items]
Advertising costs and expenses
Advertising Expense
Prepaid advertising
Prepaid Advertising
Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority
Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority [Member]
Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority [Member]
Mohegan Lacrosse
Mohegan Lacrosse, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Lacrosse, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Commercial Ventures-PA
Mohegan Commercial Ventures-PA, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Commercial Ventures-PA, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Gaming & Hospitality
Mohegan Gaming & Hospitality, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Gaming & Hospitality, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Resorts
Mohegan Resorts, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Resorts, LLC [Member]
MGA Holding MA
MGA Holding MA, LLC [Member]
MGA Holding MA, LLC [Member]
MGA Palmer Partners
MGA Palmer Partners, LLC [Member]
MGA Palmer Partners, LLC [Member]
MMCT Venture
MMCT Venture, LLC [Member]
MMCT Venture, LLC [Member]
New England Black Wolves
New England Black Wolves [Member]
New England Black Wolves [Member]
Downs Racing, Backside, Mill Creek Land, and Northeast Concessions
Interchange Development Group
Interchange Development Group, LLC [Member]
Interchange Development Group, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Resorts Mass
Mohegan Resorts Mass, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Resorts Mass, LLC [Member]
Mohegan New Jersey Entities
Mohegan New Jersey Entities [Member]
Mohegan New Jersey Entities [Member]
Mohegan Sun Massachusetts
Mohegan Sun Massachusetts, LLC [Member]
Mohegan Sun Massachusetts, LLC [Member]
Inspire Integrated Resort
Inspire Integrated Resort Co, Ltd [Member]
Inspire Integrated Resort Co, Ltd [Member]
MGNV
MGNV, LLC [Member]
MGNV, LLC [Member]
Size of tribe reservation (in acre)
Size of Tribe Reservation
Size of Tribe Reservation
Size of gaming and entertainment complex (in acre)
Size of Gaming and Entertainment Complex
Size of Gaming and Entertainment Complex
Number of members on management board
Number of Members on Management Board, Including Tribal Council Members
Number of members on management board, including tribal council members
Size of site on which gaming and entertainment complex is located
Size of Site on which Gaming and Entertainment Complex is Located
Size of Site on which Gaming and Entertainment Complex is Located
General partnership interest percentage
Limited Liability Company (LLC) or Limited Partnership (LP), Managing Member or General Partner, Ownership Interest
ORGANIZATION
Nature of Operations [Text Block]
Relinquishment payments
Relinquishment Payments [Table Text Block]
Relinquishment Payments [Table Text Block]
Income Statement [Abstract]
Loss on disposition of assets
Inter-company transactions
Payments for (Proceeds from) Intercompany Operating Activities
Payments for (Proceeds from) Intercompany Operating Activities
Increase in other assets
Purchases of property and equipment, including change in construction payables
Decrease in restricted cash, net
Inter-company transactions
Payments for (Proceeds from) Intercompany Investing Activities
Payments for (Proceeds from) Intercompany Investing Activities
Inter-company transactions
Payments for (Proceeds from) Intercompany Financing Activities
Payments for (Proceeds from) Intercompany Financing Activities
Net cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities
Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses [Roll Forward]
Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses [Roll Forward]
Balance, beginning of period
Loans and Leases Receivable, Allowance
Additions: Charges to bad debt expense
Provision for Loan and Lease Losses
Deductions: Adjustments
Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses, Adjustments, Other
Balance, end of period
Schedule of Acquired Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Table]
Schedule of Acquired Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Table]
Pennsylvania Facilities
Pennsylvania Facilities [Member]
Pennsylvania Facilities [Member]
Pautipaug Country Club
Pautipaug Country Club, Inc [Member]
Pautipaug Country Club, Inc. [Member]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Slot Machine License
Licensing Agreements [Member]
Table Game Certificate
Table Game Certificate [Member]
Table Game Certificate [Member]
Mohegan Sun trademark
Trademarks [Member]
Acquired Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Acquired Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Intangible asset recorded
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired
Impairment of Mohegan Sun trademark
Impairment of Intangible Assets, Indefinite-lived (Excluding Goodwill)
Impairment of Intangible Assets, Finite-lived
Impairment of Intangible Assets, Finite-lived
Schedule of long-term debt
Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block]
Schedule of maturities of long-term debt
Schedule of Maturities of Long-term Debt [Table Text Block]
BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]