With so many fun festivities and unique, wintry experiences, there’s plenty to see and do in Vegas during the holidays! From fabulous light displays, ice skating, festive cocktails, mind-blowing entertainment, and so much more, Vegas during the holidays is the perfect place to find or spread some holiday cheer!

1. Ice skate and have a merry time at the Ice Rink. Enjoy a 4,200 square foot skating rink high above the Strip at the Cosmopolitan’s Boulevard Pool, where you can skate the night away surrounded by glittering lights. Roast some s’mores or enjoy a seasonal cocktail at The Chalet, a reimagined mountaintop chalet with comfy seating and an oversized firepit. The Ice Rink is open from November 28 to January 1, 2025. Ice skating admission includes all-day skating access and skate rentals. The experience also offers movie nights and date skates.
   
   
2. Visit the Winter Wonderland at Fontainebleau and skate on the Oasis Ice Rink, the largest real ice rink on the Strip. The holiday village on ice also includes communal firepit rentals, merry photo moments, cozy holiday cabanas, seasonal lite bites and cocktails, and holiday movie showings, rink-side. The Oasis Ice Rink is open seven days a week, with admission starting at $25. Skating fee, including skate rental, is available for purchase onsite for $35. Monday through Thursday, Nevada locals with a valid ID as well as military members and first responders receive a special price of $30. Other holiday additions include property-wide seasonal décor, holiday pop-ups, Santa brunches, interactive Signature Series classes and exclusive holiday headliners. Purchase tickets.
   
   
3. Boogie-down during the winter months at the ’70s themed roller skating rink at TAO Beach Dayclub. Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace, a 3,250 square foot skating rink, is open Thursday through Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. from November to early 2025. The experience is open to all ages and includes special programming for 21 years of age and older. Guests may bring their own skates or rent them at the venue.
   
   
4. Enjoy the glittering lights at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Revel in the gorgeous and incredible displays during this annual drive-thru attraction that is fun for the whole family. The light show runs from November 8 to January 5 and features over 600 animated displays and more than 5 million individual lights. And, this year includes a new “Around the World” display with iconic monuments like Big Ben, Stonehenge, the Eiffel Tower, the Egyptian Pyramids, and more. Take a ride on the Santa Tram, see the fireworks show, and enjoy a meet-n-greet with Santa and Biscuit, his loyal reindeer. The cost per car/truck is $39. Buy tickets.
   
   
5. Experience the beauty of the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. Each season, the talented horticulture and engineering teams at Bellagio transform the 14,000 square foot Botanical Gardens into a showcase of awe-inspiring sights, sounds, scents and colors. The Bellagio holiday display runs from November 16 to January 4 and is completely free to enjoy.
   
   
6. Magical memories await at Enchant at Las Vegas Ballpark. Enjoy this picture-perfect experience complete with the World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze. Glide down the ice-skating trail, have your picture taken with Santa Claus, enjoy live performances from local artists, shop for unique gifts and festive treats in Enchant Village, and savor seasonal food and beverages. Enchant runs from November 22 to December 29. Tickets start at $25. Buy tickets.
   
   
7. Enjoy the Holiday Cactus Garden and sweet treats at Ethel M Chocolates. The Ethel M Chocolates Factory has Nevada’s largest cactus garden featuring more than 300 species of cacti and succulents. The Cactus Garden is especially magical during the holiday season when it is decorated in sparkling lights and holiday décor. Bring the whole family and enjoy the garden’s beauty, visits from Santa, entertainment, tasty treats and famous hot chocolate. The Cactus Garden light display is open nightly from 5-10 p.m. from November 1 to January 4.
   
   
8. Dance along to lively holiday music with Downtown Summerlin’s Holiday Parade. This free parade filled with nearly 80 local performers, snow and Santa runs along Park Centre Drive every Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m. from November 22 to December 21.
   
   
9. Visit Mystic Falls at Sam’s Town Hotel & Gambling Hall. This free classic holiday attraction returns with elaborate decor, more than 26,000 lights and a nine-minute laser light show. You can enjoy the lights from November 27 to January 1.
   
   
10. Sip on festive cocktails at some famous holiday pop-ups. The Plaza Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas welcomes Sippin’ Santa back to The Sand Dollar. Take a load off this holiday season and sip on something cold, light, and refreshing! Grab your Santa Hat and boardshorts and enjoy this festive tiki Christmas cocktail pop-up November 18 through December 31. Bad Elf Holiday Pop-Up at the Silverton Casino gets visitors into the holiday spirit with string lights, wrapped presents, oversized ornaments, and dozens of elves suspended from the ceiling. Enjoy themed cocktails while you relax by the fire and take some photos with the incredible Christmas wonder as the perfect backdrop. Bad Elf Holiday Pop-up is open Thursday through Sunday at 5 p.m. from November 21 to December 24.
    
    
11. Keep the pool parties going at the Marquee Dayclub Dome. The Marquee Dayclub Dome at the Cosmopolitan is back for the winter season. Vegas pool party season typically ends by mid-to-late October when cooler weather arrives, but the 23,000 square foot dome of the rooftop dayclub ensures that summer never ends at Marquee. The dome rises over 50 feet tall and covers the full pool deck to provide shelter from precipitation and desert winds. Large heaters maintain an air temperature of 85 degrees and water temperature of 90 degrees throughout the colder season. Scheduled events at the Marquee Dayclub Dome run from October 12 to January 20.
    
    
12. Take in the wintry décor at the LINQ Promenade & Fremont Street Experience. Enjoy an assortment of holiday displays at the LINQ’s lively outdoor shopping thoroughfare and pose for pics with the magnificent, sparkling, 30-foot-tall Christmas tree. As you meander through, indulge in the twinkling lights and festive décor, and tackle your holiday shopping as you browse! Festive celebrations take place at the Fremont Street Experience throughout the holiday season, including the lighting and display of its massive Christmas tree and menorah. Stop by for a selfie while exploring everything under the dazzling Viva Vision canopy. Plus, there’s nightly free performances, so grab the crew and prepare for an evening of cheer and fun!
    
    
13. Book a themed holiday class at Wynn through their Connoisseur Series. Learn how to make inspirational holiday cocktails, festive holiday desserts and more! Classes include: Holiday Cocktail Entertaining ( December 13); Gingerbread House Decorating (December 14); Dreamy Holiday Desserts (December 19) and Annual Treat Trimming (December 21). Visit the Wynn website for more details and to make reservations.
    
    
14. Visit the famous Las Vegas Boneyard (Neon Museum). The Neon Museum is dedicated to collecting, preserving and exhibiting iconic Las Vegas signs, and offers visitors self-guided and guided tours. The Museum is located on Las Vegas Boulevard just north of Bonanza Road, and is open 365 days a year, including on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
    
    
15. Share the joy of the holiday season with those in need by donating to local and global charities using The Giving Machine, a popular vending machine. Donors can purchase essential items for people in need with 100% of donations going directly to the designated non-profits. There are two vending machines running this year: one at The District at Green Valley Ranch, and one in Downtown Summerlin. The vending machines are available from November 12 to January 1.
    
    
16. Partake in a medieval holiday feast. The popular holiday tradition “Tournament of Kings: ‘Twas the Knight” returns to the Excalibur Hotel & Casino for another winter wonderland themed celebration. Performances run from November 27 to December 25. Buy tickets.
    
    
17. Celebrate the joy of the season with Barry Manilow’s seasonal production “A Very Barry Christmas”. This holiday show from Barry Manilow runs December 5 – 7 and December 12 – 14 at the Westgate’s International Theater.
    
    
18. Enjoy the beloved, classic tale of The Nutcracker. Enjoy the stunning sets, special effects and beautiful choreography danced by the Nevada Ballet Theatre as they perform The Nutcracker at The Smith Center. This must-see holiday show is an immersive experience with its larger-than-life displays and captivating performance. The falling fluffy flakes from the “sky” is the cherry on top of this quintessential experience presented at the arts complex’s glamorous Reynolds Hall. Shows run December 14 – 27.
    
    
19. Escape the city and enjoy the snow-capped mountains and picturesque landscape. At Mount Charleston, located 45 minutes from the Strip, you can hit the slopes, sip on hot cocoa fireside, see the tree-lighting ceremonies, or simply relax in a cozy cabin. Lee Canyon, located 50 minutes from the Strip, also bustles with activity as skiers, snowboarders and snow tubers seek out the thrilling excitement of hitting the slopes. The area also offers snowshoeing, so you can take in the tranquil beauty of the snowy landscape and breathe in the fresh, crisp air.
    
    
20. Raft with Santa. Raft down the Colorado River with Santa and his helpers with Lake Mead Mohave Adventures. The 12-mile adventure begins at 10 a.m. near Hoover Dam and tours the beauty of the Black Canyon over a three hour period. The tour also includes a gift for each passenger, ground transport from one of Santa’s elves from Lake Mead RV Village, a boxed lunch and water and complimentary cookies, hot chocolate and Christmas music at Willow Beach Marina at the end of the trip. Rafting with Santa runs from December 12 to December 15 and December 18 to December 22.
    
    
21. Experience some of the best entertainment in the world. So many amazing performers are closing out 2024 and ringing in 2025 on the Strip. Don’t miss your chance to see 50 Cent at Planet Hollywood December 27-31; Duran Duran at Fontainebleau December 29 & 30; Janet Jackson at Resorts World December 30 & 31; Creed at Caesars Palace December 30 & 31; and Vegas’ very own Imagine Dragons at the Venetian December 31. You can also groove to the music at one of the many popular nightclubs on the Strip, many of which are hosting NYE parties.

There really is no place like Vegas during the holidays, so start planning now!

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Las Vegas is the most exciting place on Earth! It’s the city of neon lights and as the Entertainment Capital of the World it’s home to more amazing shows, concerts and performers than in any other city.

Las Vegas is known for its resident shows – stand up comedians, Cirque du Soleil, magic, spectacular productions, funny hypnotists and adult shows. If you’re planning a trip to Las Vegas this year, be sure to check out the Las Vegas show tickets deals for these iconic Las Vegas shows.

Las Vegas is also known for its sporting events and the best concerts in the world. It’s frequently home to pop and rock stars and famous stand-up comedians. Make sure your Las Vegas plans include purchasing tickets for these residencies or limited engagements.

NOVEMBER 2024

NOV. 22 & 23 – ADELE
On the heels of her successful opening and run of Weekends with Adele, Adele returns to the Colosseum at Caesars Palace with additional show dates. Adele recently released her fourth studio album 30 on Columbia Records. The album is being heralded by fans and critics alike as Adele’s boldest and most ambitious album yet. 30 debuted at #1 on album charts in 30 countries and is already one of the biggest selling albums of 2021. Buy tickets.

NOV. 23 – CHARLIE WILSON
R&B legend Charlie Wilson performs at the Palms. Charlie Wilson began as founding member and lead singer of the legendary GAP Band (“You Dropped the Bomb on Me,” “Outstanding,” “Party Train,” and “Burn Rubber on Me.”) As a solo artist Wilson has topped the R&B charts with 13 number one singles, 13 GRAMMY® nominations, a New York Times and Washington Post best-selling memoir, “I Am Charlie Wilson,” a BET Lifetime Achievement Award, a Soul Train Icon Award, a Soul Train Certified Soul Award, and a NAACP Music Makes a Difference Award. He was twice named Billboard’s Top Adult Male R&B Artist (2009, 2020) and named Billboard’s Top Adult R&B Male Artist with the most #1s in three decades. Known to most as “Uncle Charlie,” the lovable nickname given by Snoop Dogg, continues to be one of the most sought-after voices in music today. He has collaborated with many chart-topping artists including Bruno Mars, Pharrell Williams, Kanye West, Justin Timberlake, Tyler The Creator and Nas, to name a few. Tickets for Charlie Wilson start at $63. Buy tickets.

NOV. 29 – MARTIN LAWRENCE
Comedy legend Martin Lawrence brings his Y’All Know What It Is Tour to Park MGM. Special guests include Ms. Pat & Desi Banks with Benji Brown. This is Martin Lawrence’s first national arena tour since 2016. The tour will stop at nearly 40 cities across the U.S. through April 2025 and is set to launch on the heels of Bad Boys: Ride or Die, co-starring Will Smith. Special guests have been personally hand-picked by Martin and are some of the hottest comedians on the mic including Adele Givens, B. Simone, Chico Bean, D.C. Youngfly, Deon Cole, Desi Banks, Jess Hilarious, Mojo Brookzz, Ms. Pat, Rickey Smiley and more. Guest comedians vary by city. Tickets for Martin Lawrence start at $122. Buy tickets.

NOV. 30 – CHELSEA HANDLER
Comedian, television host & New York Times best-selling author Chelsea Handler performs at the Cosmopolitan. Handler’s humor and candor have established her as one of the most celebrated voices in entertainment and pop culture. After a strong seven-year run as the host of E!’s top-rated “Chelsea Lately,” she launched her documentary series “Chelsea Does” followed by her talk show “Chelsea” on Netflix in 2016. She has penned six best-selling books, five of which have reached #1 on the New York Times Bestseller list, including 2019’s “Life Will Be the Death of Me.” She will executive produce and star in a TV adaptation of the book under her production banner, Chelsea Handler Productions. In 2022, Handler made her return to Netflix with her critically acclaimed comedy special “Revolution.” It follows the success of her 2020 HBO Max comedy special Evolution, which earned Chelsea a GRAMMY nomination for Best Comedy Album. In 2021, she launched her iHeart Radio advice podcast “Dear Chelsea” and embarked on the Vaccinated and Horny Tour and won “The Comedy Act of 2021” at the People’s Choice Awards. Tickets for Chelsea Handler start at $50. Buy tickets.

DECEMBER 2024

DEC. 5 – THE BLACK CROWES
The Black Crowes perform at the Cosmopolitan for one night only. The Black Crowes’ irresistible brand of bluesy, southern rock has placed the band firmly among the American music greats. The Black Crowes signed to the record label Def American Recordings and released their first album in 1990. They have released 13 albums and had many chart singles, with their first album eventually selling more than three million copies and gaining multi-platinum certification. Their debut album also delivered them six successful single releases. Tickets for The Black Crowes start at $64. Buy tickets.

DEC. 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 15, 19, 21 & 22 – GARTH BROOKS
Country music superstar Garth Brooks is extending his Garth Brooks/Plus ONE Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace with 18 new dates in 2024. Garth Brooks elevated country music to a level of chart-topping dominance in the 1990s that eclipsed Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson and The Beatles. During his unstoppable run in the decade, Brooks introduced arena-rock bravado to country music, and in the process modernized the genre with country-pop classics like the 18-times platinum “No Fences” (1990). His chart-topping albums have made Brooks the bestselling solo artist in U.S. history (selling over 170 million albums worldwide), and his record-breaking concert tours have cemented him as a touring juggernaut and one of the greatest live entertainers in the U.S. In 2009, Brooks began a five-year residency at Wynn which set the stage for the epic career showcase that is Garth Brooks/Plus ONE, his current residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Buy tickets.

DEC. 5, 6, 7 & 8 – RODNEY CARRINGTON
Comedian, singer, actor and writer Rodney Carrington brings his comedy magic back to the MGM Grand. since the breakthrough success of his first major-label release “Hangin’ with Rodney” in 1998, Carrington has been a favorite of audiences all over the world thanks to his enjoyably raucous take on the best things in life. With signature songs like “Just One Beer,” “Wish She Would Have Left Quicker” and “Put Your Clothes Back On,” he proves that some jokes just go better when combined with the twang and swagger of a country tune. In addition to being one of America’s Top 10 highest-grossing comedians, Carrington headlined his own ABC sitcom and co-starred with Toby Keith in the feature film “Beer For My Horses”. His Netflix special “Here Comes the Truth” debuted in 2017. “Get Em Out”, his eighth comedy album, was released in 2019. Tickets for Rodney Carrington start at $112. Buy tickets.

DEC. 6 – SARAH BRIGHTMAN
Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony is coming to the Palms. Sarah Brightman is a renowned English soprano singer, actress, and songwriter, celebrated for her extraordinary vocal range and versatility. Born on August 14, 1960, in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, Brightman began her career in musical theater, starring in various productions including “Cats” and “The Phantom of the Opera,” where she originated the role of Christine Daaé. She later transitioned into a successful solo music career, blending classical, pop, and electronic elements in her albums. Brightman’s soprano voice has captivated audiences worldwide, earning her numerous awards and accolades. Beyond music, she’s also ventured into film and philanthropy, showcasing her diverse talents and commitment to various causes. Tickets for Sarah Brightman start at $64. Buy tickets.

DEC. 6 – IAN MUNSICK
Country music singer Ian Munsick performs at The Cosmopolitan. Tickets for Ian Munsick start at $36. Buy tickets.

DEC. 6 – ANUEL AA
Rapper Anuel AA performs at Mandalay Bay. Anuel AA began performing in 2009 at age 16, at the tail end of reggaeton’s first international boom. He released his debut single, “Demonia,” along with Ñengo Flow in 2011. He quickly ascended to global stardom with his smash single “Sola,” gaining further exposure when the song received the remix treatment by superstars like Daddy Yankee, Farruko, and Wisin. Between 2016 and 2018, Anuel AA released a slew of tracks and collaborated with powerhouses like J Balvin, Bad Bunny, and Nicky Jam. In 2018, he surprised fans with the album “Real Hasta La Muerte,” and he then joined forces with Colombian urban star Karol G and released several singles. Tickets for Anuel AA start at $117. Buy tickets.

DEC. 6 – LARRY THE CABLE GUY
Larry The Cable Guy brings his signature brand of comedy to Planet Hollywood over NFR weekend. Larry the Cable Guy brings a hilarity to stand up comedy that most people simply aren’t used to. His southern accent, which he admittedly exaggerates, gives blue collar individuals and everyone else alike a way to relate to this hilarious funnyman. After getting his start by making guest appearances on radio shows, he gained quick fame on the Blue Collar Comedy Tour alongside Jeff Foxworthy. Larry went on to have two comedy albums receive gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America. Larry the Cable Guy, who has never actually been a cable guy, went on to get roasted on Comedy Central, and gained his own show, “Only in America,” on the History Channel. Tickets for Larry The Cable Guy start at $63. Buy tickets.

DEC. 6 & 7 – LINDSEY STIRLING
Internationally renowned artist and violinist Lindsey Stirling brings The Snow Waltz Tour to the Venetian. For over a decade, Lindsey has enchanted audiences across the globe by performing a certain spellbinding magic with her electronic violin, dreaming up an exquisitely composed yet boldly inventive sound entirely her own. On her new album “Snow Waltz,” the classically trained musician/songwriter/dancer/author finds herself fully in her element, sharing a selection of holiday classics and original songs that evoke intense emotion through her immersive arrangements and mesmerizing melodies. Tickets for Lindsey Stirling start at $60. Buy tickets.

DEC. 6 & 7 – CODY JINKS
Grab your tickets to see country singer Cody Jinks live at the Dolby Live inside Park MGM. Award-winning outlaw country singer Cody Jinks is joined by Shane Smith & The Saints. Celebrating Jinks’ new album “Change The Game,” this is a can’t-miss country concert in Las Vegas. Growing up near Fort Worth, Texas, Jinks takes on so many different styles of music, from outlaw country to Southern rock. He’s gone all the way from being a thrash metal artist to a successful country rebel. Get ready to hear some of Cody Jinks’ most popular hits, like “Sober Things,” “Outlaws and Mustangs,” “Change The Game,” and many more. Tickets for Cody Jinks start at $155. Buy tickets.

DEC. 6, 7 & 8 – BRAD PAISLEY
Music star Brad Paisley headlines special acoustic performances at Wynn, called “One Man Six Strings.” One of the biggest names in country music, Paisley has won three GRAMMY Awards and two American Music Awards, and has amassed nearly 5 billion streams in his illustrious career. He plans to perform many of his No. 1 hits during his acoustic set, including “Mud on the Tires,” “Whiskey Lullaby” and “When I Get Going.” Tickets for Brad Paisley start at $88. Buy tickets.

DEC. 6, 7, 13 & 14 – THOMAS RHETT
Country singer Thomas Rhett performs at Fontainebleau for four exclusive nights. Emphasizing his “detailed style of songwriting” (Rolling Stone), Rhett’s album, “Life Changes” was an instant hit upon its release, debuting at No. One on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart. It also drew a 2018 GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album and has been streamed more than one billion times. His single “Sixteen” rose rapidly at Country radio. Thomas Rhett was named iHeartRadio’s Country Artist of the Year for the second year in a row, following a CMA Triple Play award for penning three No. One songs within a 12-month period (“Die A Happy Man,” “Star of the Show” and Michael Ray’s “Think A Little Less”), adding to his collection of trophies from the Country Music Association, Academy of Country Music, Billboard Music Awards, CMT Music Awards and more. Tickets for Thomas Rhett start at $70. Buy tickets.

DEC. 7 – GEORGE STRAIT, CHRIS STAPLETON & LITTLE BIG TOWN
Country music superstars George Strait, Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town perform at Allegiant Stadium. George Strait’s remarkable career has included a record 60 No. 1 songs on the country chart, and he holds many other country sales records, including most No. 1 albums and most gold, platinum, and multi-platinum albums. His song catalogue includes timeless hits like “Amarillo by Morning”, “All My Ex’s Live in Texas”, “Love Without End, Amen” and “I’ve Come to Expect it From You”. Chris Stapleton is a multiple Grammy, CMA and ACM Award-winner and one of Nashville’s most respected and beloved musicians. His hits include Best Country Song “Broken Halos” and Best Country Solo Performance “Either Way”. Little Big Town has earned more than 40 award show nominations and in the past five years has taken home nearly 20 awards, including multiple GRAMMY, AMA, People’s Choice, CMA, ACM awards, and an Emmy award. Their song catalogue includes GRAMMY-nominated “Little White Church”, #1 single “Day Drinking”, best-selling country single of the year “Girl Crush”, and GRAMMY-winning, multi-week #1 single “Better Man”. Tickets for this country music trio start at $225. Buy tickets.

DEC. 7 – ANDREA BOCELLI
An annual holiday tradition returns to MGM Grand when the one and only Andrea Bocelli delights the crowd. Andrea Bocelli is one of the most recognizable voices in the world. For three decades, his lush arias and stylistic range have made him the bestselling classical solo artist in history (selling 90 million albums worldwide), leading to Celine Dion famously saying said that “if God would have a singing voice, he must sound a lot like Andrea Bocelli.” The blind, Tuscany-born tenor’s concerts are a testament to his range and crossover appeal; Bocelli has become known for a blend of romantic operas by Puccini and Verdi, Schubert’s “Ave Maria,” and pop duets with stars like Dua Lipa. Over the course of his career, Bocelli has awed audiences from arenas and cathedrals to the Vatican and YouTube, where his 2020 “Music for Hope” Easter concert was viewed 28 million times worldwide within the first 24 hours. Tickets for Andrea Bocelli start at $119. Buy tickets.

DEC. 7 – SOFIA NINO DE RIVERA
Sofia Nino de Rivera performs at the Palms. Named “Woman of the Year” by Chilango magazine in 2016, her Netflix comedy special, “Sofía Niño de Rivera: Expuesta,” was the first comedy special in Spanish by a woman on Netflix. Since it was extremely successful, Sofia presented a second comedy special on Netflix called “Selección Natural”. As an actress she’s starred in her own comedy series on YouTube Premium, called “Sobreviví,” which also was the first time she produced an original teleplay series. Sofia has been invited to give talks at different forums, such as: TEDx, Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo in Washington D.C., Foro Eleva Mexicali, and even by Mexico’s President Enrique Peña Nieto, to share ideas. Tickets for Sofia Nino de Rivera start at $45. Buy tickets.

DEC. 8 – COLTER WALL
Canadian singer-songwriter-musician Colter Wall brings his Friends Tour to Park MGM. Wall is best known for his deep, gruff baritone and narrative songwriting encompassing country, folk and western styles. Since his self-titled debut album was released in May 2017, Wall has released a total of four albums, including “Little Songs”, released July 14, 2023. Three of his songs are featured in the fourth season of the Paramount series, Yellowstone, including a rendition of Rex Allen’s 1951 classic “Cowpoke”, plus Wall’s own “Plain to See Plainsman” and “Sleeping on the Blacktop”. Tickets for Colter Wall start at $87. Buy tickets.

DEC. 11, 13 & 14 – WYNONNA JUDD
Country music icon Wynonna Judd performs three exclusive Greatest Hits shows at the Venetian. With the release of her 1992 self-titled solo debut, Wynonna emerged as a singular force in American music. Beyond the five GRAMMY Awards, the multi-platinum albums and sold-out tours, the country/soul vocalist built on the Appalachian traditionalism that defined The Judds to create a world where Top 5 dance/club hits were as possible as being inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Beyond the groundbreaking music she and her mother created as The Judds, Wynonna has grown into her once-in-a-generation vocal prowess with hits such as “No One Else On Earth,” “Tell Me Why,” “She Is His Only Need,” “Girls With Guitars,” and “I Saw The Light”. Tickets for Wynonna Judd start at $45. Buy tickets.

DEC. 12 – DUSTY SLAY
Comedian Dusty Slay brings his We’re Havin’ A Good Time Comedy Show to MGM Grand. Tickets for Dusty Slay start at $63. Buy tickets.

DEC. 12 & 13 – CODY JOHNSON
Chart-topping country star Cody Johnson performs at MGM Grand over NFR Weekend. Johnson is joined by special guest Ashley McBryde. Johnson released his first album in 2006, and years of hard work slogging it out on the road night after night helped him grow his audience bigger and bigger. He started sneaking into the upper rungs of the country album charts in 2014 with “Cowboy Like Me”, and after his 2016 LP, “Gotta Be Me”, hit No. 2, there was no denying Johnson’s emergence as a major force in country music. Johnson’s 2019 LP, “Ain’t Nothin’ to It”, his first album for a major label, went all the way to No. 1. Tickets for Cody Johnson start at $93. Buy tickets.

DEC. 13 & 14 – JEFF FOXWORTHY
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy returns to Las Vegas over NFR weekend for two nights at the Palms. Jeff Foxworthy is one of the most respected and successful comedians in the country. He is the largest selling comedy-recording artist in history, a multiple Grammy Award nominee and best selling author of more than 26 books. In 2014, he was inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame. Widely known for his redneck jokes, his act goes well beyond that to explore the humor in everyday family interactions and human nature. Tickets for Jeff Foxworthy start at $71. Buy tickets.

DEC. 13 & 14 – BRIAN REGAN
Hilarious comedian Brian Regan takes the stage at the Venetian. Brian Regan is one of the most respected comedians in the country with Vanity Fair calling him, “The funniest stand-up alive,” and Entertainment Weekly calling him, “Your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian.” Brian’s first Netflix special “Brian Regan: Nunchucks And Flamethrowers” (2017) premiered to rave reviews, and in 2021, he premiered his second Netflix stand-up special “Brian Regan: On The Rocks.” Brian stars in Peter Farrelly’s TV series, Loudermilk on Amazon Prime, where he portrays “Mugsy,” a recovering addict who is estranged from his family. Tickets for Brian Regan start at $46. Buy tickets.

DEC. 13 & 14 – STEVE TREVINO
Comedian Steve Treviño brings two nights of non-stop laughter to MGM Grand. Steve’s relatable approach affirms his status as one of the country’s fastest-rising comics, viewed over 223 million times, selling out shows coast-to-coast, amassing over 2 million total social media followers, and headlining specials for Amazon, NETFLIX, Showtime, and more. Tickets for Steve Treviño start at $57. Buy tickets.

DEC. 14 – LAINEY WILSON
Lainey Wilson plays MGM Grand during NFR weekend and is joined by special guests Tracy Lawrence and Mae Estes. CMA 2022 Female Vocalist of the Year, CMA 2022 New Artist of the Year, and ACM’s 2022 New Female Artist of the Year, Lainey Wilson has earned the enthusiasm of the industry. Having been named to nearly every “Artist to Watch” list, being crowned Billboard’s “Top New Country Artist of 2021,” and earning CMT’s 2022 “Breakout Artist of the Year” honor, Lainey Wilson is one of Nashville’s hottest and most buzzed-about new artists. She landed her first No. 1 with her PLATINUM Certified ACM Song of the Year “Things A Man Oughta Know,” and has won over legions of fans with her signature Bell Bottom Country sound and aesthetic, which blends traditional Country with a modern yet retro flare. Her new album, “Bell Bottom Country,” is reached #12 on Billboard’s Country Albums chart. Tickets for Lainey Wilson start at $66. Buy tickets.

DEC. 14 – CHARLEY CROCKETT
Country artist Charley Crockett returns to Virgin Hotels Las Vegas during the National Finals Rodeo. Hailed as a “must-see live performer” by Rolling Stone, and a “force to be reckoned with” by CMT, Charley Crockett crafts his singular “Gulf & Western” sound — described as “very 21st century and very vintage” by NPR Music — by synthesizing country, blues, soul, Cajun, R&B and other pieces of American Roots music. Crockett released his last full-length album “The Man From Waco” in 2022, which Rolling Stone named the #2 best Country album of the year and the momentum he built continued into 2023. Crockett made his NPR Tiny Desk debut, was a guest on The Daily Show, and appeared on the June 2023 cover of Texas Monthly. Crockett performed at both nights of Willie Nelson’s 90th birthday celebration at the Hollywood Bowl in April 2023, and made his Bonnaroo debut last summer. Tickets for Charley Crockett start at $66. Buy tickets.

DEC. 18, 20, 21, 27, 30 & 31 – BRUNO MARS
GRAMMY Award-winning superstar Bruno Mars returns to the Park MGM. Mars made history as the first artist ever to receive five RIAA diamond certified singles. “That’s What I Like” and “When I Was Your Man” have both been diamond certified, selling and streaming over 10 million copies and bringing Mars’ total certifications to five. Mars became the first male and third act overall to have at least three top five Hot 100 hits from each of his first three albums. He is also the first artist to have two songs spend 24 or more weeks in the Hot 100’s Top 5 (“That’s What I Like” and “Uptown Funk”). Honorably, Mars is one of the few artists to have written and produced all of his No. 1 hits and has had a No. 1 song on the Hot 100 from each of his first three studio albums. Tickets to Bruno Mars start at $325. Buy tickets.

DEC. 20 – DEREK HOUGH
Derek Hough, professional ballroom dancer of Dancing with the Stars fame, will perform Derek Hough’s Dance For The Holidays at Fontainebleau. Derek Hough Dance for the Holidays is an all-new joyous celebration of the most festive time of the year! With jingle bells and sleigh bells, holiday carols and cheer, Hough’s latest dance spectacular is a show stopping event for the whole family. Fans will be thrilled and delighted as Hough and his cast of phenomenal dancers bring your favorite holiday tunes to life through dance, from the well sung classics to modern pop hits with all of the incredible choreography, exciting stage production and dance mastery that audiences have come to expect. Tickets for Derek Hough start at $39. Buy tickets.

DEC. 21 & 22 – JENNIFER HUDSON
Jennifer Hudson brings The Gift of Love: An Intimate Experience to Fontainebleau for the holidays. Best known for her role as Effie White in the 2006 film version of the Broadway musical “Dreamgirls,” vocalist/actress Jennifer Hudson won a both a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Supporting Role and an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Hudson was first brought to the public’s attention while a contestant on the third season of American Idol. Her debut album, “Jennifer Hudson,” was released in September 2008, led by the Top Ten R&B/Hip-Hop single “Spotlight.” In 2011, Hudson delivered her sophomore studio-album “I Remember Me” featuring the R. Kelly-penned single “Where You At.” Tickets for Jennifer Hudson start at $80. Buy tickets.

DEC. 21 & 22 – MAZ JOBRANI
Maz Jobrani brings his Mr. International Comedy Tour to the Venetian. Maz Jobrani is a comedian and actor who performs around the world and recently released a new standup comedy special “The Birds and the Bees” that is now streaming on YouTube. As an actor, he has appeared in SUPERIOR DONUTS, GREY’S ANATOMY, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM, BETTER OFF TED, LAST MAN STANDING, and SHAMELESS. He has also been a regular guest on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT AND THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN. He has co-starred in a number of films, including Sydney Pollack’s THE INTERPRETER, Disney’s DESCENDANTS and Ice Cube’s FRIDAY AFTER NEXT. In the Spring of 2016 he performed at the White House where he had the privilege of introducing Michelle Obama. Maz served as the host for the 45th International Emmy’s in New York, and his LA Times Best Selling Book, I’M NOT A TERRORIST BUT I’VE PLAYED ONE ON TV, was published by Simon & Schuster. Tickets for Maz Jobrani start at $32. Buy tickets.

DEC. 22, 23 & 24 – KAMRAN & HOOMAN
Kamran & Hooman bring The Evolution Tour to the Palms. Kamran and Hooman are an Iranian pop duo known for their vibrant and catchy music. Brothers Kamran and Hooman Jafari began their music careers in the early 2000s and quickly gained popularity with their dynamic performances and relatable lyrics. They blend traditional Persian music with contemporary pop, creating a unique sound that resonates with a wide audience. Their energetic stage presence and memorable hits have made them beloved figures in the Persian music scene, garnering a loyal fan base both in Iran and among the Iranian diaspora worldwide. Tickets for Kamran & Hooman start at $55. Buy tickets.

DEC. 27 & 28 – GABRIEL “FLUFFY” IGLESIAS
One of America’s most successful stand-up comedians Gabriel Iglesias, also known as “Fluffy”, brings his hilarious act back to the Cosmopolitan. Gabriel is one of the most watched comedians on YouTube with almost a billion views and has over 25 million fans across social media. The comedian has also had the distinct honor of being one of the few to headline and sell-out Madison Square Garden in New York, Staples Center in Los Angeles and Sydney Opera House in Australia. Iglesias is the star and executive producer of Mr. Iglesias, the multi-cam, Netflix original comedy series, which is currently streaming Part 1-3, in which Iglesias plays a good-natured public high school teacher who works at his alma mater. In addition to the Netflix comedy series, Iglesias released two stand-up comedy specials for the streaming service. Iglesias has appeared in several films and TV shows, voiced characters in animated films, and released a stand-up concert comedy film, The Fluffy Movie. Tickets for Gabriel Iglesias start at $96. Buy tickets.

DEC. 27, 28, 30 & 31 – 50 CENT
Rap music icon 50 Cent headlines his first-ever Vegas residency – 50 Cent: In Da Club – at Planet Hollywood. Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson is a powerhouse in the entertainment world. The EMMY and GRAMMY Award-winning artist became a household name in 2003 with “Get Rich or Die Tryin’”, one of the bestselling debut albums in history (certified 9x platinum), and is responsible for two Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hits. 50 Cent would go on to sell over 30 million albums worldwide, cementing himself as a chart-topping, entrepreneurial superstar. His multimillion-dollar deal with Vitamin Water became the blueprint for rappers-turned-moguls, and in 2003 he launched G-Unit Film & Television, producing the hit TV series Power. He is also a two-time New York Times bestselling author. Tickets for 50 Cent start at $95. Buy tickets.

DEC. 29 & 30 – DURAN DURAN
The legendary Duran Duran perform at Fontainebleau. Duran Duran’s career began in 1978 and the band quickly rose to top-10 status several times over in the early 1980s. Throughout the ’80s and ’90s, the band continued to produce new hits. They are best known for “Hungry Like a Wolf,” “Rio” and other songs with strong beats and distinctive lyrics. Their concerts are exciting, high-energy affairs where fans can come as they are and rock out to songs that speak to them. Tickets for Duran Duran start at $100. Buy tickets.

DEC. 30 & 31 – JANET JACKSON
R&B and pop singer Janet Jackson brings a new Las Vegas residency to Resorts World. Janet has sold more than 100 million records worldwide and won five GRAMMYS. As the 10th child of the famous Jackson family, the superstar began recording her own music in the early 1980s and broke out with the release of her third studio album, 1986’s Grammy-nominated “Control.” The album and its socially conscious follow-up, 1989’s Janet Jackson’s “Rhythm Nation 1814,” established Jackson’s long collaboration with producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and helped pioneer the new jack swing genre. Smash albums like 1993’s “Janet,” 1997’s “The Velvet Rope” and 2001’s GRAMMY-nominated “All For You” followed, with Jackson amassing 10 No. 1 singles to her name. Jackson continued releasing music into the 2000s and earned another Top 20 hit with 2007’s “Feedback.” Her 2015 album, “Unbreakable,” peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and in 2022, she starred in JANET JACKSON, the first documentary series about her life, career and legacy. Tickets for Janet Jackson start at $85. Buy tickets.

DEC. 30 & 31 – CREED
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Caesars Palace with multi-platinum rock band Creed and special guest Sevendust. The band has sold over 53 million albums worldwide. Their 1999 album “Human Clay” which features the hit single “With Arms Wide Open” is one of the best-selling albums of all time in the U.S. “With Arms Wide Open” topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and won a GRAMMY Award for Best Rock Song in 2001. The post-grunge act disbanded in 2004, but have reunited twice: in 2009, they reunited to release their fourth album “Full Circle” and embark on multiple tours. Creed reunited for a second time in July 2023, and embarked on a massive run of tour dates in 2024. Tickets for Creed start at $125. Buy tickets.

DEC. 31 – IMAGINE DRAGONS
Las Vegas’ own alternative pop rock band Imagine Dragons ring in the New Year at the Venetian. Since releasing their debut album “Night Visions” in 2012, Imagine Dragons have become one of the world’s best-selling artists, accounting for 74 million albums sold and releasing 10 Top 40 singles. Each of the group’s five studio albums have hit the Top 10 of the Billboard 200, with 2015’s “Smoke + Mirrors” topping the chart. Their diamond-certified single “Radioactive,” reached a career-best No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent a then-record 87 weeks on the chart. “Radioactive” won the 2014 Grammy for Best Rock Performance, and also became Imagine Dragons’ first of five singles to top the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart along with 2017’s back-to-back diamond singles “Believer” and “Thunder” and 2018’s “Natural.” Buy tickets for Imagine Dragons.

JANUARY 2025

JAN. 3 & 4 – 50 CENT
Rap music icon 50 Cent headlines his first-ever Vegas residency – 50 Cent: In Da Club – at Planet Hollywood. Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson is a powerhouse in the entertainment world. The EMMY and GRAMMY Award-winning artist became a household name in 2003 with “Get Rich or Die Tryin’”, one of the bestselling debut albums in history (certified 9x platinum), and is responsible for two Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hits. 50 Cent would go on to sell over 30 million albums worldwide, cementing himself as a chart-topping, entrepreneurial superstar. His multimillion-dollar deal with Vitamin Water became the blueprint for rappers-turned-moguls, and in 2003 he launched G-Unit Film & Television, producing the hit TV series Power. He is also a two-time New York Times bestselling author. Tickets for 50 Cent start at $95. Buy tickets.

JAN. 3 & 4 – JANET JACKSON
R&B and pop singer Janet Jackson brings a new Las Vegas residency to Resorts World. Janet has sold more than 100 million records worldwide and won five GRAMMYS. As the 10th child of the famous Jackson family, the superstar began recording her own music in the early 1980s and broke out with the release of her third studio album, 1986’s Grammy-nominated “Control.” The album and its socially conscious follow-up, 1989’s Janet Jackson’s “Rhythm Nation 1814,” established Jackson’s long collaboration with producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and helped pioneer the new jack swing genre. Smash albums like 1993’s “Janet,” 1997’s “The Velvet Rope” and 2001’s GRAMMY-nominated “All For You” followed, with Jackson amassing 10 No. 1 singles to her name. Jackson continued releasing music into the 2000s and earned another Top 20 hit with 2007’s “Feedback.” Her 2015 album, “Unbreakable,” peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and in 2022, she starred in JANET JACKSON, the first documentary series about her life, career and legacy. Tickets for Janet Jackson start at $85. Buy tickets.

JAN. 8, 10, 11, 29 & 31 – NATE BARGATZE
Praised for his clean and family-friendly stand up, beloved comedian Nate Bargatze returns to the Wynn in 2025 with his Las Vegas residency. Nate Bargatze’s clean-cut and relatable humor is why The Atlantic called him “The Nicest Man in Stand-Up.” Bargatze found his voice in the mid-2000s with regular appearances on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Bargatze’s signature deadpan delivery was showcased in his 2021 Netflix special, “The Greatest Average American,” which earned a GRAMMY Award nomination for the coinciding comedy album. His 2023 Amazon Prime special “Nate Bargatze: Hello World” became the most-streamed original comedy special debut in Prime history with 2.9 million viewers in its first 28 days. Tickets for Nate Bargatze start at $61. Buy tickets.

JAN. 17 – JEFF ARCURI
Comedian Jeff Arcuri performs two shows at the Cosmopolitan. Jeff has appeared on Comedy Central’s Roast Battle, Laughs on Fox, Windy City Live, WGN, and a spot in a plethora of comedy festivals around the country. Tickets for Jeff Arcuri start at $45. Buy tickets.

JAN. 17 & 18 – THE ISLEY BROTHERS
One of the most iconic and influential music groups of all time, The Isley Brothers, return to the Palms for two performances. The original incarnation of The Isley Brothers first began performing in 1954. In the decades that followed, the group evolved through a multitude of stylistic shifts, going from gospel music to R&B to funk and beyond. Along the way they’ve produced tons of tunes, including “Shout”, “That Lady”, “Twist and Shout”, “It’s Your Thing” and “Fight the Power. In era after era, the Isleys have managed to successfully reinvent themselves, even as some of the original members were lost. Tickets for The Isley Brothers start at $72. Buy tickets.

JAN. 17 & 18 – COLLECTIVE SOUL
Platinum-selling rock band Collective Soul perform at the Venetian. Collective Soul rose to prominence in the mid-’90s with 1993’s “Hints Allegations and Things Left Unsaid.” The album featured the hit single “Shine” and took Collective Soul from college radio to heavy rotation on MTV. By the end of 1995, the band had toured with Aerosmith and Van Halen and performed “Shine” in front of thousands of fans at Woodstock ‘94. Their triple-platinum follow-up, “Collective Soul” (1995), included “December,” “The World I Know” and “Where the River Flows,” all No. 1 songs on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. Collective Soul continued achieving career milestones well into the 2000s and 2010s, including a duet with Elton John (“Perfect Day”) and nine additional studio albums. Tickets for Collective Soul start at $97. Buy tickets.

JAN. 17 & 18 – HOWIE MANDEL & ARSENIO HALL
The Aces of Comedy Series is back in 2025 at MGM Grand and Howie Mandel & Arsenio Hall are kicking off the laughs. Howie Mandel is one of the most recognizable and reliably hilarious talents in show business. Thanks to his self-deprecating wit and irrepressible energy, Howie Mandel continues to delight audiences and win new fans four decades into his career as a comedian, actor, writer and producer. This Canadian comic first broke out of L.A.’s comedy scene in the late ‘70s but millions know him best from two phenomenally successful TV shows – Deal or No Deal and America’s Got Talent. In 2019, he showed off his enduring skills as a storyteller and improviser in Howie Mandel Presents: Howie Mandel at the Howie Mandel Comedy Club, his first comedy special in over 20 years. Arsenio Hall is an American actor, comedian, and producer who has appeared in several television shows and movies but is best known for being a popular late-night talk-show host. He was the first African American to host his own late-night talk show. Tickets for Howie Mandel & Arsenio Hall start at $62. Buy tickets.

JAN. 18 – CHELSEA HANDLER
Comedian, television host & New York Times best-selling author Chelsea Handler performs at the Cosmopolitan. Handler’s humor and candor have established her as one of the most celebrated voices in entertainment and pop culture. After a strong seven-year run as the host of E!’s top-rated “Chelsea Lately,” she launched her documentary series “Chelsea Does” followed by her talk show “Chelsea” on Netflix in 2016. She has penned six best-selling books, five of which have reached #1 on the New York Times Bestseller list, including 2019’s “Life Will Be the Death of Me.” She will executive produce and star in a TV adaptation of the book under her production banner, Chelsea Handler Productions. In 2022, Handler made her return to Netflix with her critically acclaimed comedy special “Revolution.” It follows the success of her 2020 HBO Max comedy special Evolution, which earned Chelsea a GRAMMY nomination for Best Comedy Album. In 2021, she launched her iHeart Radio advice podcast “Dear Chelsea” and embarked on the Vaccinated and Horny Tour and won “The Comedy Act of 2021” at the People’s Choice Awards. Tickets for Chelsea Handler start at $50. Buy tickets.

JAN. 22, 24 & 25 – JOHN FOGERTY
John Fogerty brings The Celebration Tour to the Wynn. Fogerty rose to success with Creedence Clearwater Revival in the late ‘60s, achieving international fame in 1969 with hit single “Proud Mary.” After the release of the band’s final album in 1972, Fogerty released a series of critically-acclaimed solo albums, including 1997’s “Blue Moon Swamp” and 2008’s “Revival.” Included by Rolling Stone on both their 100 Greatest Guitarist and 100 Greatest Singers lists, Fogerty continued to assert his role as an enduring figure in rock music with the 2013 release of “Wrote a Song for Everyone,” his ninth solo album. Featuring collaborative interpretations of his most beloved songs, the album peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and provided listeners a fresh new take on classics like “Bad Moon Rising” and “Born on the Bayou.” Tickets for John Fogerty start at $88. Buy tickets.

JAN. 24 & 25 – PITBULL
Music superstar Pitbull returns to Las Vegas for a brand-new residency – Pitbull: Vegas After Dark – at Fontainebleau. The show promises state-of-the-art visuals, pyrotechnics and a vibe that mixes classic Vegas with modern flair. Pitbull’s pop breakthrough came in 2008, when he released the smash single “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho).” A blend of Latin hip-hop and glittery dance music that shouted out Miami’s Little Havana, it reached No. 1 on multiple charts around the world, and peaked at No. 2 on the Hot 100. The sinewy “Hotel Room Service,” which similarly blended Eurodance and hip-hop, became his second Top 10 single in 2009, establishing Pitbull as a pop force. He solidified that reputation through Top 10 collaborations with Enrique Iglesias, Usher and Jennifer Lopez. He reached No. 1 on the U.S. charts in 2011 with “Give Me Everything,” a party-ready collaboration with Ne-Yo and Afrojack. In 2013, he hit No. 1 again with the country-fried “Timber,” a collaboration with Kesha, while “Time of Our Lives,” his devil-may-care reunion with Ne-Yo, returned him to the Top 10 in 2014. He’s stayed prolific since then, releasing singles with pop stars like Fifth Harmony and Leona Lewis as well as Latin stars like Daddy Yankee and Prince Royce. Tickets for Pitbull start at $100. Buy tickets.

JAN. 24, 25, 29 & 31 – STYX
Legendary & multi-platinum rockers Styx return to the Venetian for an unforgettable five-night engagement. Styx signed with local record label Wooden Nickel Records in 1972 and released their self-titled debut that year. 1973’s “Styx II” and “The Serpent Is Rising” followed, as well as 1974’s “Man of Miracles”, further refining their output as they transitioned from straight-forward rock’n’roll into a more progressive rock. They signed with A&M Records in 1975, and released 1976’s “Crystal Ball” and 1977’s “The Grand Illusion”, their breakout album that sold over 3 million copies propelled by singles “Come Sail Away” and “Fooling Yourself”. In 1981, Styx released “Paradise Theatre” which became their fourth consecutive triple-platinum album, reached #1 on the Billboard charts, and spawned five singles, including top ten hits “The Best of Times” and “Too Much Time on My Hands”. Tickets for Styx start at $41. Buy tickets.

JAN. 25 – THREE DOG NIGHT
Legendary band Three Dog Night is set to rock at the Westgate. With over five decades of iconic hits like “Joy to the World,” “Mama Told Me (Not To Come),” “Shambala,” and more, this timeless group dominated the charts from 1969 to 1974, achieving more Top 10 hits than any other band of the era. Don’t miss this unforgettable performance filled with classic hits and a night of musical nostalgia at its finest! Tickets for Three Dog Night start at $45. Buy tickets.

JAN. 25 – MORGAN JAY
Morgan Jay brings his This One’s For You Tour to the Venetian. Morgan Jay is a musician and comedian based in Los Angeles. He has made appearances on MTV’s Wild’N’Out, NBC, and Comedy Central. His world class training and journey as a stand-up comedian has won him multiple awards and prestigious festival appearances. Most notably, he was a 2023 Just For Laughs New Face. He’s most recognized from his massive social media following across TikTok and Instagram and has two comedy specials streaming on YouTube. Tickets for Morgan Jay start at $32. Buy tickets.

JAN. 26 – AARON LEWIS
Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners bring their American As It Gets Tour to the Palms. Aaron Lewis first found success with Staind – the 2000s-era hard rockers. But while that band is still very much alive, it was never enough to satisfy Lewis’ creative drive. Embracing his roots to earn a rare second round of success, a series of solo country projects have led to two No. 1 Billboard Country Album debuts: “Town Line” (2011) and “Sinner” (2016) – plus a Platinum collaboration with heroes George Jones and Charlie Daniels (“Country Boy”), and a Gold-certified Billboard No. 1 with “Am I The Only One” in 2021. Lewis’ 2022 solo album followed suit, with “Frayed at Both Ends” emerging as the best-selling country album in America. Tickets for Aaron Lewis start at $64. Buy tickets.

JAN. 31 – MARIAH CAREY
Mariah Carey, the best-selling female artist of all time, performs at Park MGM. Carey has sold more than 200 million records over her career and produced 8 Billboard Hot 100 #1 singles (17 self-penned), more than any solo artist in history. She has won multiple GRAMMY Awards, 21 American Music Awards, Billboard’s “Artist of the Decade” Award, the World Music Award for “World’s Best Selling Female Artist of the Millennium,” and BMI’s “Icon Award” for her outstanding achievements in songwriting. Her best-selling songs include “All I Want For Christmas Is You”, Fantasy”, “Always Be My Baby” and “We Belong Together”. Tickets for Mariah Carey start at $80. Buy tickets.

JAN. 31 – TEARS FOR FEARS
Iconic band Tears For Fears return to Fontainebleau  in 2025 with four more shows. While the ’80s remain synonymous with Tears for Fears, the British duo’s rich catalog has never lost its shine. Their quintuple-platinum breakthrough album, 1985’s “Songs From the Big Chair,” topped the Billboard 200 albums chart and includes iconic hits like “Shout” that continue to permeate pop culture. Since forming in 1981, the new wave pioneers have sold 30 million albums worldwide and performed for countless sold-out crowds. Their 2022 album, “The Tipping Point,” peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard 200 and sparked The Tipping Point World Tour and The Tipping Point Tour Part II. Tickets for Tears for Fears start at $69. Buy tickets.

FEBRUARY 2025

FEB. 1 – ZAYN MALIK
Zayn Malik brings his Stairway to the Sky Tour to the Cosmopolitan for one night only. Zayn auditioned as a solo contestant for the British music competition television series The X Factor in 2010. After being eliminated, he was brought back to the competition to form the five-piece boy band One Direction, which went on to become one of the best-selling boy bands of all time. He left the group in March 2015 and signed a solo recording contract with RCA Records. Adopting a more alternative R&B music style on his first solo studio album, “Mind of Mine (2016),” and its lead single, “Pillowtalk”, he became the first British male artist to debut at number one in both the UK and US with his debut single and album. His subsequent collaborative singles “I Don’t Wanna Live Forever” with Taylor Swift and “Dusk Till Dawn” featuring Sia were met with international success. He released his second studio album, “Icarus Falls,” in 2018, followed by his third album, “Nobody Is Listening,” in 2021. Buy tickets.

FEB. 1 – NATE BARGATZE
Praised for his clean and family-friendly stand up, beloved comedian Nate Bargatze returns to the Wynn in 2025 with his Las Vegas residency. Nate Bargatze’s clean-cut and relatable humor is why The Atlantic called him “The Nicest Man in Stand-Up.” Bargatze found his voice in the mid-2000s with regular appearances on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Bargatze’s signature deadpan delivery was showcased in his 2021 Netflix special, “The Greatest Average American,” which earned a GRAMMY Award nomination for the coinciding comedy album. His 2023 Amazon Prime special “Nate Bargatze: Hello World” became the most-streamed original comedy special debut in Prime history with 2.9 million viewers in its first 28 days. Tickets for Nate Bargatze start at $61. Buy tickets.

FEB. 1 – STYX
Legendary & multi-platinum rockers Styx return to the Venetian for an unforgettable five-night engagement. Styx signed with local record label Wooden Nickel Records in 1972 and released their self-titled debut that year. 1973’s “Styx II” and “The Serpent Is Rising” followed, as well as 1974’s “Man of Miracles”, further refining their output as they transitioned from straight-forward rock’n’roll into a more progressive rock. They signed with A&M Records in 1975, and released 1976’s “Crystal Ball” and 1977’s “The Grand Illusion”, their breakout album that sold over 3 million copies propelled by singles “Come Sail Away” and “Fooling Yourself”. In 1981, Styx released “Paradise Theatre” which became their fourth consecutive triple-platinum album, reached #1 on the Billboard charts, and spawned five singles, including top ten hits “The Best of Times” and “Too Much Time on My Hands”. Tickets for Styx start at $41. Buy tickets.

FEB. 1, 5 & 7 – TEARS FOR FEARS
Iconic band Tears For Fears return to Fontainebleau  in 2025 with four more shows. While the ’80s remain synonymous with Tears for Fears, the British duo’s rich catalog has never lost its shine. Their quintuple-platinum breakthrough album, 1985’s “Songs From the Big Chair,” topped the Billboard 200 albums chart and includes iconic hits like “Shout” that continue to permeate pop culture. Since forming in 1981, the new wave pioneers have sold 30 million albums worldwide and performed for countless sold-out crowds. Their 2022 album, “The Tipping Point,” peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard 200 and sparked The Tipping Point World Tour and The Tipping Point Tour Part II. Tickets for Tears for Fears start at $69. Buy tickets.

FEB. 1, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14 & 15 – MARIAH CAREY
Mariah Carey, the best-selling female artist of all time, performs at Park MGM. Carey has sold more than 200 million records over her career and produced 8 Billboard Hot 100 #1 singles (17 self-penned), more than any solo artist in history. She has won multiple GRAMMY Awards, 21 American Music Awards, Billboard’s “Artist of the Decade” Award, the World Music Award for “World’s Best Selling Female Artist of the Millennium,” and BMI’s “Icon Award” for her outstanding achievements in songwriting. Her best-selling songs include “All I Want For Christmas Is You”, Fantasy”, “Always Be My Baby” and “We Belong Together”. Tickets for Mariah Carey start at $80. Buy tickets.

FEB. 5, 7 & 8 – NAS
GRAMMY Award-winning rap icon NAS returns to the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas with a can’t-miss string of performances featuring the Las Vegas Philharmonic. In celebration of the 30th anniversary of his debut album “Illmatic,” NAS will bring three performances of his chart-topping hits to the intimate venue with this exclusive-to-Las Vegas collaboration – NAS with the Las Vegas Philharmonic. Tickets for NAS start at $88. Buy tickets.

FEB. 5, 7, 8, 12, 14 & 15 – BLAKE SHELTON
Country music star Blake Shelton headlines a limited engagement of six shows at Caesars Palace. GRAMMY-nominated Blake Shelton is CMA Awards’ Entertainer of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year for his third consecutive year. Blake is one of the “most versatile of contemporary country singers” (The New York Times). He has been nominated for five GRAMMY Awards, won ACM’s Male Vocalist of the Year, celebrated his seventh consecutive No. 1 single (his twelfth overall), and made history by winning three consecutive CMA Male Vocalist of the Year awards and Song of the Year. Tickets for Blake Shelton start at $89. Buy tickets.

FEB. 5, 7, 8, 12, 14 & 15 – JANET JACKSON
R&B and pop singer Janet Jackson brings a new Las Vegas residency to Resorts World. Janet has sold more than 100 million records worldwide and won five GRAMMYS. As the 10th child of the famous Jackson family, the superstar began recording her own music in the early 1980s and broke out with the release of her third studio album, 1986’s Grammy-nominated “Control.” The album and its socially conscious follow-up, 1989’s Janet Jackson’s “Rhythm Nation 1814,” established Jackson’s long collaboration with producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and helped pioneer the new jack swing genre. Smash albums like 1993’s “Janet,” 1997’s “The Velvet Rope” and 2001’s GRAMMY-nominated “All For You” followed, with Jackson amassing 10 No. 1 singles to her name. Jackson continued releasing music into the 2000s and earned another Top 20 hit with 2007’s “Feedback.” Her 2015 album, “Unbreakable,” peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and in 2022, she starred in JANET JACKSON, the first documentary series about her life, career and legacy. Tickets for Janet Jackson start at $85. Buy tickets.

FEB. 8 – DANIEL TOSH
Comedian, host, writer & producer Daniel Tosh performs at the Cosmopolitan. Daniel’s stand up career accelerated in 2001 after a performance on The Late Show with David Letterman. In 2005, Comedy Central released his debut album, “True Stories I Made Up”, followed by three additional hour long specials. Daniel is best known for hosting and creating TOSH.0, which aired on Comedy Central from 2009-2020, and showcased internet clips with the addition of Daniel’s comedic perspective. It was one of the longest running comedy series for Comedy Central. His latest project, TOSH SHOW, is a video podcast for iHeart Media. The show premiered to fantastic response garnering millions of watches and listens in the first weeks. Tickets for Daniel Tosh start at $74. Buy tickets.

FEB. 8 – CHEAP TRICK
Legendary rockers Cheap Trick perform at the Westgate. Formed in Illinois in 1973, Cheap Trick recorded demos and toured throughout the Midwest before releasing their self-titled 1977 debut. The album failed to find an audience in the US, but it earned them a fan base in Europe and Japan, setting the stage for their future popularity stateside. While sophomore album “In Color” contained their highly regarded single “I Want You To Want Me,” the band didn’t make it onto the US charts until “Surrender” was released as the lead single of 1978’s “Heaven Tonight.” By the early ’80s the band was selling out arenas around the globe, achieving their most significant popularity in Japan, where enthusiasm over their tours reached Beatlemania-esque proportions. Cheap Trick has more than four decades of hard-rocking live shows under their belts. Tickets for Cheap Trick start at $65. Buy tickets.

FEB. 8 – FOSTER THE PEOPLE
Indie pop trio Foster The People bring their Paradise State of Mind Tour to Fontainebleau with special guest Good Neighbours. The group is known for psychedelic, dance-orientated pop and rock which spans many genres. Their 2011 album “Torches” has sold over 321,000 copies and their single “Pumped Up Kicks” was the sixth-best-selling digital song in the same year, selling 3.84 million copies. Foster the People have scooped several awards for their music, including Top Rock Song for “Pumped up Kicks” at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards. They have also been nominated numerous times, including two GRAMMY Award nominations for “Pumped Up Kicks” and Torches. In addition, the band have been nominated for two NME Awards and two MTV Music Video Awards. Their latest album is called “SuperModel.” Tickets for Foster the People start at $49. Buy tickets.

FEB. 14 & 15 – BABYFACE
R&B artist Babyface headlines shows over several weekends at the Palms. Babyface has written and produced over 26 number one R&B hits throughout his career and won 12 Grammy Awards. He was a guitarist in the group Manchild and played keyboards and guitar in the light-funk and R&B group the Deele. One of his first major credits as a songwriter came when he wrote the tune “Slow Jam” for the R&B band Midnight Star in 1983. He has written and produced music for many successful music artists, including Whitney Houston, Madonna, Aretha Franklin, Janet Jackson, Beyoncé, Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Mary J. Blige, Céline Dion, Backstreet Boys, Mariah Carey, Bruno Mars, Kelly Clarkson, P!nk, Ariana Grande and NSYNC, among others. He received three consecutive Grammy Awards for Producer of the Year from 1996 to 1998. Babyface will perform a selection of his iconic hits, including “Whip Appeal”, “Every Time I Close My Eyes” and “When Can I See You Again”. He’ll also sing from music he wrote and produced for Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson. Tickets for Babyface start at $55. Buy tickets.

FEB. 15 – HEATHER MCMAHAN
Don’t miss the wildly popular comedian Heather McMahan at the Venetian. Heather McMahan is an actress, stand-up and podcaster (Absolutely Not! with Heather McMahan) whose first special, “Son I Never Had!” (Netflix) debuted in October 2023 at Number 4 and held a top 10 position for 7 days. Heather released her new stand-up special, “Breadwinner,” which premiered on Hulu on October 11. Filmed during two sold-out nights at Atlanta’s historic Fox Theatre, the same venue where McMahan recently wrapped up her massively successful global The Comeback Tour, the special is a hilarious tribute to her Southern roots. McMahan is known for her authenticity and broad humor. Named to Variety’s 2022 Comedy Impact Report, Heather was one of the featured female comedians to perform on “Jane Fonda & Lily Tomlin: Ladies Night Live” (Netflix) earning Fonda’s admiration, and subsequently, hosting Fonda’s star-studded 85th birthday celebratory fundraiser. McMahan is currently developing a half-hour pilot based on her life for NBC. Tickets for Heather McMahan start at $35. Buy tickets.

FEB. 15, 16, 19, 21 & 22 – BLACK EYED PEAS
The GRAMMY® Award-winning Black Eyed Peas bring a brand new residency – Black Eyed Peas: 3008 The Las Vegas Residency – to PH Live at Planet Hollywood. During the past 25 years, the Los Angeles trio earned six GRAMMY® Awards and achieved sales of 35 million albums and 120 million singles. They ignited a new era with the 2019 single “RITMO (Bad Boys For Life)” which generated over 1 billion combined streams and video views, and earned a double-platinum certification. Impressively, it toppled the streaming counts of classics like “I Gotta Feeling” and “Where Is The Love?” to emerge as the group’s “most-listened to song on a platform.” The follow-up single “MAMACITA” eclipsed half-a-billion streams and surpassed gold status. Tickets for the Black Eyes Peas start at $92. Buy tickets.

FEB. 21 – DREAM THEATER
Heavy metal & prog rock band Dream Theater brings their 40th Anniversary Tour to the Cosmopolitan. The band has been going hard and strong since 1985, when three music school graduates started the band as a tribute to their heroes. Armed with a stack of potent demos, they hit the NYC circuit, shopping tapes and strengthening their live act. Each new album chronicles their steady artistic progression, as constant touring helps to keep things fresh and their musicianship alive. Dream Theater’s music is a lively blend of heavy metal and prog rock, with jazz and classical elements thrown in for a healthy amount of spice. Tickets for Dream Theater start at $64. Buy tickets.

FEB. 21, 22, 23 & 28 – GARTH BROOKS
Country music superstar Garth Brooks is extending his Garth Brooks/Plus ONE Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace with 9 new dates in 2025. Garth Brooks elevated country music to a level of chart-topping dominance in the 1990s that eclipsed Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson and The Beatles. During his unstoppable run in the decade, Brooks introduced arena-rock bravado to country music, and in the process modernized the genre with country-pop classics like the 18-times platinum “No Fences” (1990). His chart-topping albums have made Brooks the bestselling solo artist in U.S. history (selling over 170 million albums worldwide), and his record-breaking concert tours have cemented him as a touring juggernaut and one of the greatest live entertainers in the U.S. In 2009, Brooks began a five-year residency at Wynn which set the stage for the epic career showcase that is Garth Brooks/Plus ONE, his current residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Buy tickets.

FEB. 21 & 22 – MORGAN JAY
Morgan Jay brings his This One’s For You Tour to the Venetian. Morgan Jay is a musician and comedian based in Los Angeles. He has made appearances on MTV’s Wild’N’Out, NBC, and Comedy Central. His world class training and journey as a stand-up comedian has won him multiple awards and prestigious festival appearances. Most notably, he was a 2023 Just For Laughs New Face. He’s most recognized from his massive social media following across TikTok and Instagram and has two comedy specials streaming on YouTube. Tickets for Morgan Jay start at $32. Buy tickets.

FEB. 22 – JAY LENO
The Aces of Comedy Series is back in 2025 at MGM Grand and Jay Leno’s bringing the laughs – don’t miss the late-night legend live on stage. Jay Leno’s incredible comedic career has spanned nearly three decades and earned him a variety of accolades and awards including an Emmy, People’s Choice Award, multiple TV Guide awards, and a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Tickets for Jay Leno start at $78. Buy tickets.

FEB. 22 – BEN SCHWARTZ & FRIENDS
Comedian Ben Schwartz & Friends perform at the Cosmopolitan. Having appeared in a wide range of projects over the course of his career, Ben Schwartz continues to deliver impressive, compelling performances in both film and television and has secured himself a distinctive place in Hollywood. Ben recently appeared as the voice of Sonic in “Sonic The Hedgehog,” and on the AppleTV+ miniseries “The AfterParty,” and his previous credits include “Night School” opposite Kevin Hart, and “Happy Anniversary” written for Netflix. He has also starred in the Showtime comedy series “House of Lies” and appeared in “Parks & Recreation.” As an Emmy-Award winning writer, Ben has also published four books and written television shows and movies for many major studios. Tickets for Ben Schwartz start at $55. Buy tickets.

FEB. 27 – SCORPIONS
To celebrate their 60th anniversary, hard rock band Scorpions are taking the stage at Planet Hollywood with special guests Buckcherry. Scorpions are one of the most successful European bands in music history, having sold over 100 million albums worldwide. Formed in 1969, their early hard rock albums gained attention in Europe and Japan, but it wasn’t until they dropped more radio-friendly albums like 1982’s Blackout and 1984’s “Love At First Sting” that they found international fame. Fans can expect to hear all the hits, including “Winds of Change”, Rock You Like A Hurricane” and “Still Loving You”. Tickets for the Scorpions start at $72. Buy tickets.

FEB. 28 – HEART
Legendary rock band Heart headline a concert at Fontainebleau as part of their Royal Flush Tour. Featuring Ann and Nancy Wilson, Heart has released 16 studio albums, hitting the Top 10 seven times and topping the Billboard 200 with 1985’s “Heart”. The band has sold nearly 35 million albums worldwide. Early rock staples such as “Crazy on You”, “Barracuda” and “Magic Man” gave way to greater mainstream success in the ’80s with the group’s first Hot 100 chart-toppers, “These Dreams” (1986) and “Alone” (1987). In 2013, Heart was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The band has received four career GRAMMY nominations and The Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023. Tickets for Heart start at $60. Buy tickets.

FEB. 28 – CHICAGO
Chicago, one of the most successful & critically acclaimed rock bands of all time, returns to the Venetian for a special nine-show engagement. Chicago, at first dubbed The Chicago Transit Authority, immediately stood out due to their unique, horn-driven instrumentation and top-notch songwriting, a combination that quickly found a home on FM radio in the late ’60s. After 45-plus years in business, Chicago’s music has never left the airwaves and the band continues to play concerts in every corner of North America. With a catalog of hits, including “Saturday in the Park”, “If You Leave Me Now”, “Baby What a Big Surprise”, “You’re the Inspiration” and “Hard Habit To Break”, fans are always eager to snap up tickets to catch one of the most successful American rock bands in history. Chicago continues to record new singles and albums regularly. Tickets for Chicago start at $46. Buy tickets.

FEB. 28 – JOSH JOHNSON
Comedian Josh Johnson brings his The Flowers Tour to the Venetian. With nearly 4 million followers across his social media, Josh Johnson was recently called “the funniest guy on the internet” by WIRED and is a star on the rise. He is an EMMY-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, actor, and NAACP award-winner from Louisiana. Johnson is currently a correspondent on Comedy Central’s Emmy & Peabody Award-winning program The Daily Show where he was previously a writer for the past seven years. As a stand-up, Johnson headlines theaters, clubs, colleges, and festivals around the world. Tickets for Josh Johnson start at $40. Buy tickets.

FEB. 28 – KEVIN HART
Following his sold-out runs at Resorts World in Summer 2024, Mark Twain Prize recipient and EMMY and GRAMMY-nominated comedian and actor, Kevin Hart, returns to the world-famous stage in early 2025 with two additional performances of his hit tour, Kevin Hart: Acting My Age. Kevin started his lucrative career at an amateur night in a comedy club. From there, he’s worked his way up to superstardom through hard work and dedication to his craft. He released his GRAMMY-nominated stand-up special “Zero Fu**ks Given” in 2020 which quickly became Netflix’s biggest stand-up special of the year. Kevin Hart has had eleven films open at number one at the box office that grossed more than $4.23 billion in global revenue. Don’t miss your chance to see this comedy legend live! Tickets for Kevin Hart start at $88. Buy tickets.

MARCH 2025

MAR. 1 – KEVIN HART
Following his sold-out runs at Resorts World in Summer 2024, Mark Twain Prize recipient and EMMY and GRAMMY-nominated comedian and actor, Kevin Hart, returns to the world-famous stage in early 2025 with two additional performances of his hit tour, Kevin Hart: Acting My Age. Kevin started his lucrative career at an amateur night in a comedy club. From there, he’s worked his way up to superstardom through hard work and dedication to his craft. He released his GRAMMY-nominated stand-up special “Zero Fu**ks Given” in 2020 which quickly became Netflix’s biggest stand-up special of the year. Kevin Hart has had eleven films open at number one at the box office that grossed more than $4.23 billion in global revenue. Don’t miss your chance to see this comedy legend live! Tickets for Kevin Hart start at $88. Buy tickets.

MAR. 1 – HEART
Legendary rock band Heart headline a concert at Fontainebleau as part of their Royal Flush Tour. Featuring Ann and Nancy Wilson, Heart has released 16 studio albums, hitting the Top 10 seven times and topping the Billboard 200 with 1985’s “Heart”. The band has sold nearly 35 million albums worldwide. Early rock staples such as “Crazy on You”, “Barracuda” and “Magic Man” gave way to greater mainstream success in the ’80s with the group’s first Hot 100 chart-toppers, “These Dreams” (1986) and “Alone” (1987). In 2013, Heart was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The band has received four career GRAMMY nominations and The Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023. Tickets for Heart start at $60. Buy tickets.

MAR. 1, 5, 7, 8, 9, 12, 14 & 15 – CHICAGO
Chicago, one of the most successful & critically acclaimed rock bands of all time, returns to the Venetian for a special nine-show engagement. Chicago, at first dubbed The Chicago Transit Authority, immediately stood out due to their unique, horn-driven instrumentation and top-notch songwriting, a combination that quickly found a home on FM radio in the late ’60s. After 45-plus years in business, Chicago’s music has never left the airwaves and the band continues to play concerts in every corner of North America. With a catalog of hits, including “Saturday in the Park”, “If You Leave Me Now”, “Baby What a Big Surprise”, “You’re the Inspiration” and “Hard Habit To Break”, fans are always eager to snap up tickets to catch one of the most successful American rock bands in history. Chicago continues to record new singles and albums regularly. Tickets for Chicago start at $46. Buy tickets.

MAR. 1, 6, 8 & 11 – SCORPIONS
To celebrate their 60th anniversary, hard rock band Scorpions are taking the stage at Planet Hollywood with special guests Buckcherry. Scorpions are one of the most successful European bands in music history, having sold over 100 million albums worldwide. Formed in 1969, their early hard rock albums gained attention in Europe and Japan, but it wasn’t until they dropped more radio-friendly albums like 1982’s Blackout and 1984’s “Love At First Sting” that they found international fame. Fans can expect to hear all the hits, including “Winds of Change”, Rock You Like A Hurricane” and “Still Loving You”. Tickets for the Scorpions start at $72. Buy tickets.

MAR. 1, 2, 7, 8 & 9 – GARTH BROOKS
Country music superstar Garth Brooks is extending his Garth Brooks/Plus ONE Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace with 9 new dates in 2025. Garth Brooks elevated country music to a level of chart-topping dominance in the 1990s that eclipsed Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson and The Beatles. During his unstoppable run in the decade, Brooks introduced arena-rock bravado to country music, and in the process modernized the genre with country-pop classics like the 18-times platinum “No Fences” (1990). His chart-topping albums have made Brooks the bestselling solo artist in U.S. history (selling over 170 million albums worldwide), and his record-breaking concert tours have cemented him as a touring juggernaut and one of the greatest live entertainers in the U.S. In 2009, Brooks began a five-year residency at Wynn which set the stage for the epic career showcase that is Garth Brooks/Plus ONE, his current residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Buy tickets.

MAR. 7, 8, 14 & 15 – PITBULL
Music superstar Pitbull returns to Las Vegas for a brand-new residency – Pitbull: Vegas After Dark – at Fontainebleau. The show promises state-of-the-art visuals, pyrotechnics and a vibe that mixes classic Vegas with modern flair. Pitbull’s pop breakthrough came in 2008, when he released the smash single “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho).” A blend of Latin hip-hop and glittery dance music that shouted out Miami’s Little Havana, it reached No. 1 on multiple charts around the world, and peaked at No. 2 on the Hot 100. The sinewy “Hotel Room Service,” which similarly blended Eurodance and hip-hop, became his second Top 10 single in 2009, establishing Pitbull as a pop force. He solidified that reputation through Top 10 collaborations with Enrique Iglesias, Usher and Jennifer Lopez. He reached No. 1 on the U.S. charts in 2011 with “Give Me Everything,” a party-ready collaboration with Ne-Yo and Afrojack. In 2013, he hit No. 1 again with the country-fried “Timber,” a collaboration with Kesha, while “Time of Our Lives,” his devil-may-care reunion with Ne-Yo, returned him to the Top 10 in 2014. He’s stayed prolific since then, releasing singles with pop stars like Fifth Harmony and Leona Lewis as well as Latin stars like Daddy Yankee and Prince Royce. Tickets for Pitbull start at $100. Buy tickets.

MAR. 7, 8, 12, 14, 15, 19, 21 & 22 – MAROON 5
World-class rock band Maroon 5 return to the Park MGM with their M5LV The Residency to perform their massive list of best-selling hits for eight shows. Maroon 5 have released two multi-platinum studio albums – “Songs About Jane” (2002) and “It Won’t Be Soon Before Long” (2007) – scored a string of hit singles – “This Love”, “She Will Be Loved”, “Harder to Breathe”, “Sunday Morning” and “Makes Me Wonder” – won three Grammy Awards, and sold over 90 million albums around the world. Tickets to Maroon 5 start at $122. Buy tickets.

MAR. 7, 8, 12, 14, 15 & 16 – BRYAN ADAMS
What do you do when you sell more than 65 million albums worldwide? You set up shop in Sin City. And that’s what Bryan Adams is going to do with performances at Wynn Las Vegas this spring! Hit singles like “Summer of ’69,” “Heaven” and “Cuts Like a Knife” catapulted Bryan Adams to superstardom. His 14 studio albums have spawned so much success that Billboard listed Adams 38th on their 2008 list of top artists. Tickets for Bryan Adams start at $77. Buy tickets.

MAR. 8 – MODI
Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter as Modi, one of today’s top stand-up comedians, takes the stage at Westgate Las Vegas. Known for his quick wit and hilarious observations on everyday life, Modi’s comedy has made him a fan favorite across the globe. Voted one of the top 10 comedians in New York City by The Hollywood Reporter, Modi is one of the comedy circuit’s most sought after performers. Featured on HBO, CBS, NBC, ABC, Comedy Central, Howard Stern, and E! Entertainment, Modi has received rave reviews in The New York Times, Time Out NY and The New York Post. Join us at the iconic International Theater for a live performance filled with sharp humor and sidesplitting jokes that’ll leave you in stitches. Tickets for Modi start at $40. Buy tickets.

MAR. 8 – DEFTONES
Deftones perform at MGM Grand with special guests The Mars Volta & Fleshwater. Deftones’ roots stem from the friendship of three friends: Chino Moreno, Stephen Carpenter and Abe Cunningham. The trio started jamming together in the late ’80s alongside other musicians. After honing their sound with live gigs, Deftones ended up signing a major record deal in 1994 with Madonna’s Maverick Records and released their debut album, “Adrenaline,” the following year. The group followed this up with 1997’s “Around the Fur,” which cemented Deftones as a part of the burgeoning nu-metal movement. Then, starting with 2000’s critically acclaimed “White Pony,” the band became known for boundary-stretching metal that drew on atmospheric textures and heavy riffs. White Pony spawned the alternative hit “Change (In the House of Flies)” and the song “Elite,” the latter winning the 2001 GRAMMY Award for Best Metal Performance. Other notable songs followed, including “Minerva” (from 2003’s self-titled album) and the title track of 2010’s Diamond Eyes. Tickets for Deftones start at $70. Buy tickets.

MAR. 13 – YURIDIA
Mexican pop singer Yuridia returns to the Palms with her alto vocals and elegant stage presence. Yuridia released her debut album “La Voz de un Angel” that went triple platinum in 2005. Other successes include a hits compilation titled, “Lo Esencia de Yuridia” in 2013 and a collection of live recordings named “Primera Fila” in 2017. Yuridia also released an album of Mexican regional music in 2022. Tickets for Yuridia start at $45. Buy tickets.

MAR. 19, 21 & 22 – NATE BARGATZE
Praised for his clean and family-friendly stand up, beloved comedian Nate Bargatze returns to the Wynn in 2025 with his Las Vegas residency. Nate Bargatze’s clean-cut and relatable humor is why The Atlantic called him “The Nicest Man in Stand-Up.” Bargatze found his voice in the mid-2000s with regular appearances on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Bargatze’s signature deadpan delivery was showcased in his 2021 Netflix special, “The Greatest Average American,” which earned a GRAMMY Award nomination for the coinciding comedy album. His 2023 Amazon Prime special “Nate Bargatze: Hello World” became the most-streamed original comedy special debut in Prime history with 2.9 million viewers in its first 28 days. Tickets for Nate Bargatze start at $61. Buy tickets.

MAR. 21 – CHELSEA HANDLER
Comedian, television host & New York Times best-selling author Chelsea Handler performs at the Cosmopolitan. Handler’s humor and candor have established her as one of the most celebrated voices in entertainment and pop culture. After a strong seven-year run as the host of E!’s top-rated “Chelsea Lately,” she launched her documentary series “Chelsea Does” followed by her talk show “Chelsea” on Netflix in 2016. She has penned six best-selling books, five of which have reached #1 on the New York Times Bestseller list, including 2019’s “Life Will Be the Death of Me.” She will executive produce and star in a TV adaptation of the book under her production banner, Chelsea Handler Productions. In 2022, Handler made her return to Netflix with her critically acclaimed comedy special “Revolution.” It follows the success of her 2020 HBO Max comedy special Evolution, which earned Chelsea a GRAMMY nomination for Best Comedy Album. In 2021, she launched her iHeart Radio advice podcast “Dear Chelsea” and embarked on the Vaccinated and Horny Tour and won “The Comedy Act of 2021” at the People’s Choice Awards. Tickets for Chelsea Handler start at $50. Buy tickets.

MAR. 21 & 22 – RAY ROMANO
The Aces of Comedy Series is back in 2025 at MGM Grand and everybody still loves Ray Romano. Romano is best known for his role as Raymond “Ray” Barone on the CBS sitcom “Everybody Loves Raymond” for which he won three Primetime EMMY Awards – he won an EMMY for Outstanding Lead Actor in 2002 and received EMMYS in 2003 and 2005 for Outstanding Comedy Series as one of the show’s executive producers. He made his feature film debut in 2003 as the voice of Manny the wooly mammoth in the animated hit “Ice Age” and reprised the role in four sequels. Romano appeared in three seasons of “Parenthood” and in series such as “The Big Sick”, “Get Shorty”, and “Made for Love.” He made his directorial debut with “Somewhere in Queens.” Tickets for Ray Romano start at $62. Buy tickets.

MAR. 21 & 22 – DAVID SPADE & NIKKI GLASER
Comedians David Spade & Nikki Glaser return to the Venetian. In 1990, Spade joined the crew of “Saturday Night Live” — first as a writer, then quickly making his way up to cast member. Shortly after his television debut on SNL, Rolling Stone dubbed him “Hot Stand-Up Comedian of the Year.” Over the next five years, Spade would become a household favorite, well-known and loved for his comedic persona. He built his unique brand of sarcasm through skits like “Hollywood Minute” and “Total Bastard Airline” until eventually leaving the cast in 1996. As the host of three hit podcasts, Nikki Glaser has honed her shockingly honest, no-holds barred style of comedy, solidifying herself as one of the funniest voices in comedy today. Glaser is currently on her THE ALIVE AND UNWELL tour with dates from May 2024 until December 2024. Tickets for David Spade & Nikki Glaser start at $77. Buy tickets.

MAR. 21, 22, 26, 28 & 29 – BLACK EYED PEAS
The GRAMMY® Award-winning Black Eyed Peas bring a brand new residency – Black Eyed Peas: 3008 The Las Vegas Residency – to PH Live at Planet Hollywood. During the past 25 years, the Los Angeles trio earned six GRAMMY® Awards and achieved sales of 35 million albums and 120 million singles. They ignited a new era with the 2019 single “RITMO (Bad Boys For Life)” which generated over 1 billion combined streams and video views, and earned a double-platinum certification. Impressively, it toppled the streaming counts of classics like “I Gotta Feeling” and “Where Is The Love?” to emerge as the group’s “most-listened to song on a platform.” The follow-up single “MAMACITA” eclipsed half-a-billion streams and surpassed gold status. Tickets for the Black Eyes Peas start at $92. Buy tickets.

MAR. 28 & 29 – MOTLEY CRUE
Heavy metal band Mötley Crüe returns to Las Vegas for an eleven show residency at Park MGM. This is the band’s third Las Vegas residency and the first since 2013. Formed in LA in 1981 by guitarist Nikki Six and drummer Tommy Lee, Mötley Crüe was quickly rounded out with the addition of lead guitarist Mick Mars and singer Vince Neil. The band became notorious in the early ‘80s for their glam image and hard partying lifestyle, but it was 1983 sophomore album “Shout at the Devil” that made them international superstars. 1985’s “Theatre of Pain” and 1987’s “Girls, Girls, Girls” would prove even more successful, spawning ‘80s hard rock staples like “Smokin’ in the Boys Room” and “Home Sweet Home.” With 100 million albums sold worldwide, Mötley Crüe endures as one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time. Tickets for Mötley Crüe start at $95. Buy tickets.

APRIL 2025

APR. 2, 4 & 5 – SMOKEY ROBINSON
Motown icon and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Smokey Robinson headlines three shows at the Venetian to celebrate 50 years of A Quiet Storm. Robinson’s career spans multiple decades and includes a GRAMMY Living Legend Award, Kennedy Center Honors and a National Medal of Arts. Robinson was a member of the Miracles. The group started in 1955 and five years later signed to Motown Records, and their first hit single “Shop Around” became the young label’s first million-selling record. Another 25 hits followed for the band, including “Mickey’s Monkey”, “I Second That Emotion”, “Baby Baby Don’t Cry” and the No. 1 hit “Tears of a Clown.” Robinson, then vice-president of Motown, started recording on his own, leading to hits like “A Quiet Storm”, “Cruisin’” and “Just to See Her.” His 2009 album “Time Flies When You’re Having Fun” hit No. 10 on the R&B charts. Tickets for Smokey Robinson start at $50. Buy tickets.

APR. 2, 4, 5, 9, 11, 12, 16, 18 & 19 – MOTLEY CRUE
Heavy metal band Mötley Crüe returns to Las Vegas for an eleven show residency at Park MGM. This is the band’s third Las Vegas residency and the first since 2013. Formed in LA in 1981 by guitarist Nikki Six and drummer Tommy Lee, Mötley Crüe was quickly rounded out with the addition of lead guitarist Mick Mars and singer Vince Neil. The band became notorious in the early ‘80s for their glam image and hard partying lifestyle, but it was 1983 sophomore album “Shout at the Devil” that made them international superstars. 1985’s “Theatre of Pain” and 1987’s “Girls, Girls, Girls” would prove even more successful, spawning ‘80s hard rock staples like “Smokin’ in the Boys Room” and “Home Sweet Home.” With 100 million albums sold worldwide, Mötley Crüe endures as one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time. Tickets for Mötley Crüe start at $95. Buy tickets.

APR. 5 – BRIAN MCKNIGHT
R&B singer, songwriter and producer, Brian McKnight, returns to the Wynn. Brian released his 13th studio album, More Than Words, in 2013, and followed it up with a theater tour that had fans grabbing tickets for concerts throughout the US. Brian has been a mainstay on the urban contemporary scene since he released his self-titled debut album in 1992, at the tender age of 19. His arresting falsetto and smooth style were an immediate hit with R&B and pop listeners, who made “One Last Cry” the singer’s first Top 20 single. McKnight’s best-known songs followed in the ’90s, including “Love Is” (a duet with Vanessa Williams), “Back at One,” and “You Should Be Mine (Don’t Waste Your Time)” featuring Mase. Though he hasn’t yet taken home a trophy, McKnight has earned 16 Grammy nominations over the course of his career. He’s also sold more than 20 million albums worldwide. Tickets for Brian McKnight start at $66. Buy tickets.

APR. 5 – PAPA ROACH & RISE AGAINST
Papa Roach and Rise Against bring the Rise of the Roach Tour to MGM Grand with special guest Underoath. Papa Roach are two-time GRAMMY-nominated, Platinum-selling leaders in Alternative Hard Rock music, who in 2025 will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of their iconic album “Infest.” Papa Roach, who recently called attention to the cause of Suicide Prevention with “Leave A Light On (Talk Away The Dark)” with Carrie Underwood are not unfamiliar with calling attention to Mental Health and have been doing so since the seminal release of their first hit-single “Last Resort.” Since then, the band has gone on to create 10 studio albums, their most recent “Ego Trip” on their own label New Noize Records. Ego Trip has garnered over 850 million global streams to date and has produced four #1 singles bringing the band’s total to 26 career Top-10 hits, and 12 career #1’s. Tickets for Papa Roach start at $55. Buy tickets.

APR. 10 – BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE & TRIVIUM
Bullet for My Valentine & Trivium bring The Poisoned Ascendancy Tour to the Palms. The tour celebrates the 20th anniversary of their debut albums so they will be playing both albums in full. Tickets for Bullet for My Valentine & Trivium start at $55. Buy tickets.

APR. 11, 12, 16, 18 & 19 – THE B-52S
The B-52s are returning to the Venetian in 2025 with their wildly popular “Love Shack” residency. After nearly forty years and over twenty million albums into their career, there can be no doubt that the B-52s are The World’s Greatest Party Band and one of rock music’s most beloved and enduring bands. From groundbreaking songs like “Rock Lobster” and “Dance This Mess Around” to chart-topping hits like “Love Shack”, the B-52s’ unforgettable dance-rock tunes start a party every time their music begins. Tickets for the B-52s start at $45. Buy tickets. 

APR. 18 – CHELSEA HANDLER
Comedian, television host & New York Times best-selling author Chelsea Handler performs at the Cosmopolitan. Handler’s humor and candor have established her as one of the most celebrated voices in entertainment and pop culture. After a strong seven-year run as the host of E!’s top-rated “Chelsea Lately,” she launched her documentary series “Chelsea Does” followed by her talk show “Chelsea” on Netflix in 2016. She has penned six best-selling books, five of which have reached #1 on the New York Times Bestseller list, including 2019’s “Life Will Be the Death of Me.” She will executive produce and star in a TV adaptation of the book under her production banner, Chelsea Handler Productions. In 2022, Handler made her return to Netflix with her critically acclaimed comedy special “Revolution.” It follows the success of her 2020 HBO Max comedy special Evolution, which earned Chelsea a GRAMMY nomination for Best Comedy Album. In 2021, she launched her iHeart Radio advice podcast “Dear Chelsea” and embarked on the Vaccinated and Horny Tour and won “The Comedy Act of 2021” at the People’s Choice Awards. Tickets for Chelsea Handler start at $50. Buy tickets.

APR. 19 & 20 – WRESTLEMANIA
WrestleMania returns to Las Vegas for the first time in 32 years as Allegiant Stadium hosts the biggest event of the year over two nights. WWE’s Las Vegas takeover will include John Cena’s final WrestleMania moment, in addition to can’t-miss action featuring Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, Rhea Ripley and more. Witness your favorite Superstars from Monday Night RAW and Friday Night SmackDown as they take the stage at the showcase of the immortals! Tickets for Wrestlemania start at $900. Note: this is a 2-day combo ticket that is valid for admission to WrestleMania on both days. Buy tickets.

APR. 25 – SESSANTA V 2.0: PRIMUS, PUSCIFER & A PERFECT CIRCLE
SESSANTA V 2.0: Primus, Puscifer & A Perfect Circle – all three bands perform live at Planet Hollywood. Tickets start at $99. Buy tickets.

APR. 26 – DANIEL TOSH
Comedian, host, writer & producer Daniel Tosh performs at the Cosmopolitan. Daniel’s stand up career accelerated in 2001 after a performance on The Late Show with David Letterman. In 2005, Comedy Central released his debut album, “True Stories I Made Up”, followed by three additional hour long specials. Daniel is best known for hosting and creating TOSH.0, which aired on Comedy Central from 2009-2020, and showcased internet clips with the addition of Daniel’s comedic perspective. It was one of the longest running comedy series for Comedy Central. His latest project, TOSH SHOW, is a video podcast for iHeart Media. The show premiered to fantastic response garnering millions of watches and listens in the first weeks. Tickets for Daniel Tosh start at $74. Buy tickets.

MAY 2025

MAY 3 – JOE GATTO
Comedian Joe Gatto brings his Let’s Get Into It Tour to the Cosmopolitan. Joe Gatto is best known from the hit TV shows “Impractical Jokers” and “The Misery Index.” He has toured with the Jokers live comedy show to sold-out crowds across the world, including legendary arenas, such as Madison Square Garden in New York and the O2 Arena in London. Joe has toured with his stand-up solo show “Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy” in sold out theaters across the United States, and also hosts a popular comedy podcast called “Two Cool Moms” on the iHeart Radio Podcast Network where he and his co-host dispense sage motherly advice to fans who write in with their dilemmas. He released his first ever children’s book “Where’s Bearry?” via Penguin Workshop. Tickets for Joe Gatto start at $36. Buy tickets.

MAY 9 & 10 – BABYFACE
R&B artist Babyface headlines shows over several weekends at the Palms. Babyface has written and produced over 26 number one R&B hits throughout his career and won 12 Grammy Awards. He was a guitarist in the group Manchild and played keyboards and guitar in the light-funk and R&B group the Deele. One of his first major credits as a songwriter came when he wrote the tune “Slow Jam” for the R&B band Midnight Star in 1983. He has written and produced music for many successful music artists, including Whitney Houston, Madonna, Aretha Franklin, Janet Jackson, Beyoncé, Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Mary J. Blige, Céline Dion, Backstreet Boys, Mariah Carey, Bruno Mars, Kelly Clarkson, P!nk, Ariana Grande and NSYNC, among others. He received three consecutive Grammy Awards for Producer of the Year from 1996 to 1998. Babyface will perform a selection of his iconic hits, including “Whip Appeal”, “Every Time I Close My Eyes” and “When Can I See You Again”. He’ll also sing from music he wrote and produced for Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson. Tickets for Babyface start at $55. Buy tickets.

MAY 16 & 17 – DAVID SPADE & NIKKI GLASER
Comedians David Spade & Nikki Glaser return to the Venetian. In 1990, Spade joined the crew of “Saturday Night Live” — first as a writer, then quickly making his way up to cast member. Shortly after his television debut on SNL, Rolling Stone dubbed him “Hot Stand-Up Comedian of the Year.” Over the next five years, Spade would become a household favorite, well-known and loved for his comedic persona. He built his unique brand of sarcasm through skits like “Hollywood Minute” and “Total Bastard Airline” until eventually leaving the cast in 1996. As the host of three hit podcasts, Nikki Glaser has honed her shockingly honest, no-holds barred style of comedy, solidifying herself as one of the funniest voices in comedy today. Glaser is currently on her THE ALIVE AND UNWELL tour with dates from May 2024 until December 2024. Tickets for David Spade & Nikki Glaser start at $77. Buy tickets.

MAY 16, 17 & 18 – ELECTRIC DAISY CARNIVAL (EDC)
Don’t miss your chance to go to the ultimate electronic music festival, the Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), live in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. What is EDC? The Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) isn’t just a music festival – it’s a sensory explosion. Picture this: eight stages, a giant venue, and an atmosphere that quite frankly defines reality. EDC Las Vegas isn’t merely an event. It’s a culture, lifestyle, and magical escape. In 2024, over 500,000 festivalgoers were treated to an epic roster of DJs and artists. The stage lit up with performances by Alesso, deadmau5, Gryffin, John Summit, Alison Wonderland, Martin Garrix, Tiêsto, David Guetta, and many more! EDC runs from dusk till dawn, so don’t be afraid to lose yourself in the rhythm of house, techno, trance, and dubstep. Passes for EDC start $465. Buy passes.

MAY 17 – DISTURBED
Multi-platinum, GRAMMY-nominated metal band Disturbed brings their The Sickness 25th Anniversary Tour to MGM Grand with special guests Daughtry and NothingMore. Disturbed are known for their melodic complexity and chart dominance. Songs like “Remember,” “Down With the Sickness,” “Stupify” and “Prayer” helped the band score five consecutive No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200, a feat accomplished by only a handful of acts. Disturbed’s debut album, “The Sickness” (2000) is the band’s best-selling album. After a four-year hiatus beginning in 2011, Disturbed returned in 2015 with another No. 1 album, “Immortalized,” cementing their status as chart-topping powerhouses. To date, they’ve stacked 12 No. 1 singles on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. Tickets for Disturbed start at $68. Buy tickets.

MAY 17 – TIM ALLEN
The Aces of Comedy Series is back in 2025 at MGM Grand and Tim Allen’s humor always delivers. Allen has honed his signature brand of observational comedy since he began earning laughs in clubs in the mid ’70s. One of the most iconic performers to emerge from the Comedy Store in Los Angeles, he rose through the ranks in the ’80s before finding fame on Home Improvement, his long-running ABC sitcom. His engaging and hilarious performances as Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story and hapless dad Scott Calvin in The Santa Clause led to two of Hollywood’s most popular family-movie franchises. His other film credits include Christmas with the Kranks, Zoom, Crazy on the Outside and The Shaggy Dog. His two books Don’t Stand Too Close to a Naked Man and I’m Not Really Here were bestsellers. In 2011, he returned to television as the star of Last Man Standing, another hit sitcom that began its eighth season in 2020. Tickets for Tim Allen start at $82. Buy tickets.

MAY 23 & 24 – AIR SUPPLY
As part of the Air Supply 50th Anniversary Celebration, enjoy the mellow and melodic pop ballads when Air Supply returns to the Westgate. Aussie singer Russell Hitchcock and British singer-songwriter Graham Russell, the team that makes Air Supply breathe, first began working together in 1975. They released their first, self-titled album a year later, but it took a few years for them to break out in America. The big moment finally came in 1980 with their fifth album “Lost in Love” which produced three huge hit singles: “All Out of Love”, “Lost in Love” and “Every Woman in the World.” Tickets for Air Supply start at $40. Buy tickets.

MAY 24 & 25 – SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO
World-renowned comedian Sebastian Maniscalco returns to the Wynn for four performances. Maniscalco, referred to by The New York Times as “the hottest comic in America,” shows no signs of slowing down following a slew of sold-out performances at Wynn Las Vegas and the recent release of his sixth Netflix special, which was filmed at Encore Theater. Billboard’s recently announced “Year in Tour” results for 2022 ranked Maniscalco’s Nobody Does This Tour as the third highest grossing comedy tour in 2022, and he was only one of three comedians – along with Kevin Hart and John Mulaney – to crack Billboard’s top 50 grossing tours overall, coming in at No. 44. His distinctive physical brand of comedy both on-stage and on-screen continues to earn acclaim from audiences around the world. Tickets for Sebastian Maniscalco start at $55. Buy tickets.

MAY 24, 25, 28, 30 & 31 – BLACK EYED PEAS
The GRAMMY® Award-winning Black Eyed Peas bring a brand new residency – Black Eyed Peas: 3008 The Las Vegas Residency – to PH Live at Planet Hollywood. During the past 25 years, the Los Angeles trio earned six GRAMMY® Awards and achieved sales of 35 million albums and 120 million singles. They ignited a new era with the 2019 single “RITMO (Bad Boys For Life)” which generated over 1 billion combined streams and video views, and earned a double-platinum certification. Impressively, it toppled the streaming counts of classics like “I Gotta Feeling” and “Where Is The Love?” to emerge as the group’s “most-listened to song on a platform.” The follow-up single “MAMACITA” eclipsed half-a-billion streams and surpassed gold status. Tickets for the Black Eyes Peas start at $92. Buy tickets.

MAY 25 – HAUSER
The Rebel is back – Classical cellist Hauser performs at Caesars Palace with special guests Caroline Campbell & Amy Manford. Stjepan Hauser is best known as half of the international classical crossover sensation 2Cellos, alongside Luka Sulic. He has performed in over 40 countries and has played in some of the most important venues, including Buckingham Palace. Hauser’s career blew up beyond the classical world when he and friend Sulic uploaded a cover of Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal” to YouTube and it became a hit sensation. A few months after their YouTube fame, Hauser and fellow cellist Luka Sulic recorded their first album as 2Cellos. Containing music by bands like U2, Nine Inch Nails and Coldplay, the self-titled record reached No. 1 on the US Billboard Classical Albums chart and No. 85 on the Billboard Top 200. It reached No. 1 in their home country of Croatia. Their sophomore effort, In2ition, featured music by Sting, Calvin Harris and Elton John. Later albums would contain more music from film scores such as Game of Thrones and Schindler’s List. Tickets for Hauser start at $86. Buy tickets.

MAY 28, 29, 30 & 31 – JIM GAFFIGAN
Five-time GRAMMY nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer, two-time New York Times best-selling author, two-time Emmy winning top touring performer, and multi-platinum-selling recording artist, Jim Gaffigan, appears at the Wynn. He is known around the world for his unique brand of humor, which largely revolves around his observations on life. In addition to two seasons of the critically acclaimed semi-autobiographical The Jim Gaffigan Show, which he wrote and produced with his wife Jeannie, and his widely popular stand-up comedy specials, Gaffigan has guest starred on many television comedies and dramas, and appeared in several movies. Tickets for Jim Gaffigan start at $77. Buy tickets.

JUNE 2025

JUN. 6 & 7 – COLDPLAY
Rock band Coldplay brings their Music Of The Spheres World Tour to Allegiant Stadium. Coldplay has sold over 100 million albums worldwide and won seven GRAMMY Awards, including Record of the Year for 2002’s “Clocks” and Song of the Year for 2008’s “Viva La Vida.” Led by frontman and pianist Chris Martin, the band features guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, drummer Will Champion and creative director Phil Harvey. Their debut album “Parachutes” in 2000 contained the breakout single “Yellow.” Further LPs in their discography include “A Rush of Blood to the Head” (2002), “X&Y” (2005), “Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends” (2008), “Mylo Xyloto” (2011), “Ghost Stories” (2014), “A Head Full of Dreams” (2015), “Everyday Life” (2019) and “Music of the Spheres” (2021). Coldplay’s tenth studio album “Moon Music” was released in October 2024 and features “All My Love” and “We Pray.” Tickets for Coldplay start at $239. Buy tickets.

JUN. 7 – MAXI PRIEST
Don’t miss Maxi Priest when he performs at the Westgate. Maxi Priest is a top-tier reggae artist second only to Bob Marley who has numerous global hits and a chart-topping pop smash. He’s celebrated for spreading the gospel of reggae and Caribbean music. Tickets for Maxi Priest start at $45. Buy tickets.

JUN. 13, 14, 18, 20 & 21 – WEIRD AL YANKOVIC
Weird Al Yankovic, the biggest-selling comedy recording artist of all time, brings his full-production multimedia comedy rock show – Bigger and Weirder 2025 – to the Venetian. A five-time GRAMMY winner, his 2014 release “Mandatory Fun” was the first comedy album in history to debut at #1 on Billboard’s Top 200. He is one of only five artists to have had Top 40 singles in each of the last four decades. In 2018 the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce awarded Weird Al with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Tickets for Weird Al Yankovic start at $75. Buy tickets.

JUN. 13 & 14 – PIXIES
Iconic rock band, Pixies, return to Wynn Las Vegas with a two-night engagement providing a rare opportunity for fans to experience the band in an intimate setting. Over the course of the band’s 36-year history, they have released eight genre-defining studio albums, including the Gold-certified “Surfer Rosa,” and the iconic Platinum album, “Doolittle,” considered one of the all-time, quintessential alternative-rock albums. The Pixies’ live shows are unadulterated magic, simultaneously electrifying and lo-fi, consisting of the band playing anything they want, in whatever order they want – guaranteeing guests a different show every time. Prior to every tour, the Pixies rehearse 90-100 songs from their extensive catalog, choosing their “next song” moments before the first note is played. Tickets for the Pixies start at $77. Buy tickets.

JUN. 20 & 21 – RAY ROMANO
The Aces of Comedy Series is back in 2025 at MGM Grand and everybody still loves Ray Romano. Romano is best known for his role as Raymond “Ray” Barone on the CBS sitcom “Everybody Loves Raymond” for which he won three Primetime EMMY Awards – he won an EMMY for Outstanding Lead Actor in 2002 and received EMMYS in 2003 and 2005 for Outstanding Comedy Series as one of the show’s executive producers. He made his feature film debut in 2003 as the voice of Manny the wooly mammoth in the animated hit “Ice Age” and reprised the role in four sequels. Romano appeared in three seasons of “Parenthood” and in series such as “The Big Sick”, “Get Shorty”, and “Made for Love.” He made his directorial debut with “Somewhere in Queens.” Tickets for Ray Romano start at $62. Buy tickets.

JUN. 20, 21, 25, 27 & 28 – NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK
Multi-platinum-selling boy band New Kids on the Block (NKOTB) bring their first ever Vegas residency – The Right Stuff – to Park MGM. The new production is tailored specifically for Las Vegas and is designed to “immerse attendees in a heart pounding night of hits, spectacle, celebration and showmanship.” New Kids on the Block features Jonathan Knight, Jordan Knight, Donnie Wahlberg, Joey McIntyre and Danny Wood. The group became a singing, dancing fivesome in 1984 and hit the top of the Billboard 200 a few years later with the release of their 1988 sophomore album “Hangin’ Tough,” which spawned hit singles “You Got It (The Right Stuff),” “I’ll Be Loving You (Forever),” “Hangin’ Tough” and “Cover Girl.” At the dawn of the ‘90s, NKOTB scored a second No. 1 album with 1990’s “Step By Step” and the following year became the first music group in history to headline a Super Bowl halftime show. After initially disbanding in 1994, the quintet reunited in 2008 and have since released two more albums: 2008’s “The Block” and 2013’s “10,” as well as an updated re-release of their 1999 greatest hits compilation. Tickets for New Kids on the Block start at $100. Buy tickets.

JUN. 28 – SHAKIRA
Latin pop singer-songwriter Shakira brings her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour to Allegiant Stadium. Shakira signed with Sony Music Colombia at age 13 and made a name for herself in Latin America with Spanish-language albums. In 2001, Shakira made her crossover debut with her fifth album “Laundry Service,” which peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and spawned global hit singles “Whenever, Wherever” and “Underneath Your Clothes.” Shakira continued her crossover success with further radio smashes like “Hips Don’t Lie” featuring Wyclef Jean, the Beyoncé collaboration “Beautiful Liar” and “She Wolf.” In 2020, she headlined the Super Bowl LIV halftime show alongside Jennifer Lopez. Shakira’s most recent studio set, “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran,” was released in 2024. Tickets for Shakira start at $52. Buy tickets.

JUN. 28 – RUSSELL PETERS
The North American stand-up comedian who can sell out arenas from L.A. to London to Sydney, Russell Peters returns to the stage at the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas. The current show features Peters’ first set of all-new material since taking a break from stand-up after filming his 2016 Netflix special, Almost Famous. Despite ascending to rock-star status in the comedy world, Peters’ routine is still rooted in relatable, everyday anecdotes, as he regularly reenacts amusing family conversations that give his jokes a broad, cross-cultural appeal. Tickets for Russell Peters start at $61. Buy tickets.

JULY 2025

JUL. 2, 3 & 5 – NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK
Multi-platinum-selling boy band New Kids on the Block (NKOTB) bring their first ever Vegas residency – The Right Stuff – to Park MGM. The new production is tailored specifically for Las Vegas and is designed to “immerse attendees in a heart pounding night of hits, spectacle, celebration and showmanship.” New Kids on the Block features Jonathan Knight, Jordan Knight, Donnie Wahlberg, Joey McIntyre and Danny Wood. The group became a singing, dancing fivesome in 1984 and hit the top of the Billboard 200 a few years later with the release of their 1988 sophomore album “Hangin’ Tough,” which spawned hit singles “You Got It (The Right Stuff),” “I’ll Be Loving You (Forever),” “Hangin’ Tough” and “Cover Girl.” At the dawn of the ‘90s, NKOTB scored a second No. 1 album with 1990’s “Step By Step” and the following year became the first music group in history to headline a Super Bowl halftime show. After initially disbanding in 1994, the quintet reunited in 2008 and have since released two more albums: 2008’s “The Block” and 2013’s “10,” as well as an updated re-release of their 1999 greatest hits compilation. Tickets for New Kids on the Block start at $100. Buy tickets.

JUL. 26 – DISNEY DESCENDANTS AND ZOMBIES
Join the cast from the latest Descendants and Zombies movies in this groundbreaking concert event at T-Mobile Arena featuring the chart-topping hits in one unforgettable night in Las Vegas. Performances by your favorite Disney Stars from “Descendants: The Rise of Red” and “Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires.” Buy tickets.

AUGUST 2025

AUG. 1 – TEDDY SWIMS
teddy Swims, the 2024 breakout artist best known for his hit “Lose Control”, announced the continuation of his I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour in 2025, which includes a stop at Planet Hollywood. Teddy Swims has pulled from a number of influences including pop, rock, soul, and country to develop his own unique sound. In 2019, Teddy Swims began to make waves by posting covers of Michael Jackson, Shania Twain and other stars to YouTube, attracting millions of streams per video and earning a record deal with Warner Records by the end of the year. He released his debut EP “Unlearning” in 2021, followed by a collection of Christmas songs later that year and two EPs in 2022: “Tough Love” and “Sleep Is Exhausting.” His debut album “I’ve Tried Everything but Therapy (Part 1)” arrived in 2023, hosting his first Hot 100-charting single “Lose Control.” Tickets for Teddy Swims start at $60. Buy tickets. 

AUG. 9 – GHOST
GHOST: World Tour 2025 stops at MGM Grand. GHOST are a rock band from Linköping, Sweden known for their theatrical live performances, extensive lore and heavy metal arena sound. GHOST released their debut album “Opus Eponymous” in 2010, followed by “Infestissumam” in 2013. For “Cirice” on 2015’s “Meliora,” GHOST earned the 2016 GRAMMY Award for Best Metal Performance. The band has released five chart-topping singles on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart including “Square Hammer” and “Rats,” while GHOST’s 2019 single “Mary on a Cross” became their first to reach the Hot 100. 2018’s “Prequelle” and 2022’s “Impera” debuted at No. 3 and No. 2 on the Billboard 200, respectively. In 2024, GHOST released the live album and concert film “Rite Here Rite Now.” Tickets for GHOST start at $83. Buy tickets.

SEPTEMBER 2025

SEPT. 5 & 6 – DAVID SPADE & NIKKI GLASER
Comedians David Spade & Nikki Glaser return to the Venetian. In 1990, Spade joined the crew of “Saturday Night Live” — first as a writer, then quickly making his way up to cast member. Shortly after his television debut on SNL, Rolling Stone dubbed him “Hot Stand-Up Comedian of the Year.” Over the next five years, Spade would become a household favorite, well-known and loved for his comedic persona. He built his unique brand of sarcasm through skits like “Hollywood Minute” and “Total Bastard Airline” until eventually leaving the cast in 1996. As the host of three hit podcasts, Nikki Glaser has honed her shockingly honest, no-holds barred style of comedy, solidifying herself as one of the funniest voices in comedy today. Glaser is currently on her THE ALIVE AND UNWELL tour with dates from May 2024 until December 2024. Tickets for David Spade & Nikki Glaser start at $77. Buy tickets.

SEPT. 13 & 15 – ALEJANDRO FERNANDEZ
Alejandro Fernández: De Rey a Rey, a tribute to the great Vincente Fernández, comes to MGM Grand over Mexican Independence Weekend. When your father is Mexico’s most famous ranchero singer — none other than Vicente Fernández — it can be hard to chart your own course, but Alejandro Fernández has done it, embracing the classic Mexican music that defined his dad’s career while experimenting with pop music at the same time. Known in Mexico as “El Potrillo” (The Colt), Fernández got his start onstage at the tender age of six, singing at one of his father’s concerts. In 1992 he released his self-titled debut album, following it up with the successful “Piel De Niña” in 1993, which launched several hits, including the title track and “A la vera del camino.” In 1995 Fernández gained international stature with the hit single “Como quien pierde una estrella.” His 1997 single “Si tú supieras” became the theme song of the hit telenovela María Isabel, cementing his status as both heartthrob and cultural icon. Tickets for Alejandro Fernández start at $104. Buy tickets.

OCTOBER 2025

OCT. 3 & 4 – AIR SUPPLY
As part of the Air Supply 50th Anniversary Celebration, enjoy the mellow and melodic pop ballads when Air Supply returns to the Westgate. Aussie singer Russell Hitchcock and British singer-songwriter Graham Russell, the team that makes Air Supply breathe, first began working together in 1975. They released their first, self-titled album a year later, but it took a few years for them to break out in America. The big moment finally came in 1980 with their fifth album “Lost in Love” which produced three huge hit singles: “All Out of Love”, “Lost in Love” and “Every Woman in the World.” Tickets for Air Supply start at $40. Buy tickets.

OCT. 4 – DANIEL TOSH
Comedian, host, writer & producer Daniel Tosh performs at the Cosmopolitan. Daniel’s stand up career accelerated in 2001 after a performance on The Late Show with David Letterman. In 2005, Comedy Central released his debut album, “True Stories I Made Up”, followed by three additional hour long specials. Daniel is best known for hosting and creating TOSH.0, which aired on Comedy Central from 2009-2020, and showcased internet clips with the addition of Daniel’s comedic perspective. It was one of the longest running comedy series for Comedy Central. His latest project, TOSH SHOW, is a video podcast for iHeart Media. The show premiered to fantastic response garnering millions of watches and listens in the first weeks. Tickets for Daniel Tosh start at $74. Buy tickets.

NOVEMBER 2025

NOV. 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14 & 15 – NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK
Multi-platinum-selling boy band New Kids on the Block (NKOTB) bring their first ever Vegas residency – The Right Stuff – to Park MGM. The new production is tailored specifically for Las Vegas and is designed to “immerse attendees in a heart pounding night of hits, spectacle, celebration and showmanship.” New Kids on the Block features Jonathan Knight, Jordan Knight, Donnie Wahlberg, Joey McIntyre and Danny Wood. The group became a singing, dancing fivesome in 1984 and hit the top of the Billboard 200 a few years later with the release of their 1988 sophomore album “Hangin’ Tough,” which spawned hit singles “You Got It (The Right Stuff),” “I’ll Be Loving You (Forever),” “Hangin’ Tough” and “Cover Girl.” At the dawn of the ‘90s, NKOTB scored a second No. 1 album with 1990’s “Step By Step” and the following year became the first music group in history to headline a Super Bowl halftime show. After initially disbanding in 1994, the quintet reunited in 2008 and have since released two more albums: 2008’s “The Block” and 2013’s “10,” as well as an updated re-release of their 1999 greatest hits compilation. Tickets for New Kids on the Block start at $100. Buy tickets.

NOV. 8 – DANIEL TOSH
Comedian, host, writer & producer Daniel Tosh performs at the Cosmopolitan. Daniel’s stand up career accelerated in 2001 after a performance on The Late Show with David Letterman. In 2005, Comedy Central released his debut album, “True Stories I Made Up”, followed by three additional hour long specials. Daniel is best known for hosting and creating TOSH.0, which aired on Comedy Central from 2009-2020, and showcased internet clips with the addition of Daniel’s comedic perspective. It was one of the longest running comedy series for Comedy Central. His latest project, TOSH SHOW, is a video podcast for iHeart Media. The show premiered to fantastic response garnering millions of watches and listens in the first weeks. Tickets for Daniel Tosh start at $74. Buy tickets.

FEBRUARY 2026

FEB. 14, 15, 18, 20, 21, 25, 27 & 28 – NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK
Multi-platinum-selling boy band New Kids on the Block (NKOTB) bring their first ever Vegas residency – The Right Stuff – to Park MGM. The new production is tailored specifically for Las Vegas and is designed to “immerse attendees in a heart pounding night of hits, spectacle, celebration and showmanship.” New Kids on the Block features Jonathan Knight, Jordan Knight, Donnie Wahlberg, Joey McIntyre and Danny Wood. The group became a singing, dancing fivesome in 1984 and hit the top of the Billboard 200 a few years later with the release of their 1988 sophomore album “Hangin’ Tough,” which spawned hit singles “You Got It (The Right Stuff),” “I’ll Be Loving You (Forever),” “Hangin’ Tough” and “Cover Girl.” At the dawn of the ‘90s, NKOTB scored a second No. 1 album with 1990’s “Step By Step” and the following year became the first music group in history to headline a Super Bowl halftime show. After initially disbanding in 1994, the quintet reunited in 2008 and have since released two more albums: 2008’s “The Block” and 2013’s “10,” as well as an updated re-release of their 1999 greatest hits compilation. Tickets for New Kids on the Block start at $100. Buy tickets.

 

Las Vegas is constantly changing so keep up to date with these recently announced Vegas Happenings.

NOVEMBER 2024 HAPPENINGS

SAHARA REPLACING POKER ROOM WITH SLOTS
Sahara will close its poker room on November 16, replacing its footprint on the casino floor with more slots. When the new area opens in mid-December, the enhanced offerings will include dedicated slot banks where players can play the newest games from top gaming content providers.

FREMONT EXPERIENCE’S NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
If you’re looking for an ideal party destination for New Year’s Eve — Fremont Street Experience has you covered with seven big names in music taking over the streets of Las Vegas. NYE Time of Your Life Celebration will hand the mic to Flo Rida, LOCASH, Bow Wow, 3OH!3, Dylan Marlowe, Trick Daddy and Mike Jones. The event will be hosted by the mayor of Las Vegas, featuring the return of the countdown to the New Year with an epic display of pyrotechnics and digital fireworks on the world’s longest digital screen.

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL & MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL SIGN AGREEMENT TO LAUNCH W LAS VEGAS
MGM Resorts International and Marriott International announced plans to convert the Delano to the W Hotels brand within the Marriott Bonvoy® portfolio, continuing the brand’s storied evolution. Anticipated to complete its conversion later this year, W Las Vegas marks the latest step in the companies’ long-term strategic licensing agreement announced in July 2023. Located on the Mandalay Bay Campus, the property is slated to officially join the W Hotels portfolio later this year, with additional plans for the property to be announced in the future. With the addition of W Las Vegas, MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy will encompass 12 destinations on the Las Vegas Strip, including Bellagio, ARIA Resort & Casino, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, and Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, among others.

YARD HOUSE OPENS AT SUNSET STATION
Yard House’s newest location opened at Sunset Station on October 27. Similar to other locations, the new Yard House features an expansive bar with 90 taps of American craft and imported beers. The menu features more than 100 made-from-scratch items, including gluten-sensitive, vegan and vegetarian options. Yard House also has locations at Red Rock, Town Square and The Linq Promenade.

VENETIAN GETTING A FOOD HALL
The Venetian Resort is opening a new food hall with big names next year. The Via Via food hall will open in the former quick-service dining section near the Grand Colonnade area of the resort’s casino floor in mid-2025. Its biggest get is the second Las Vegas location of All’Antico Vinaio, the sandwich shop based in Florence, Italy known for its square slices of schiacciata bread, and sandwiches piled with cured meats and cheeses. James Beard Award-nominated chef Mason Hereford will open two of his New Orleans restaurants in the food hall. Turkey and the Wolf will debut at Via Via with oversized braised collard green sandwiches and empanadas stuffed with chicken pot pie, while Molly’s Rise and Shine will offer quick-service breakfast options. Other restaurants joining the food hall include Los Angeles hot chicken restaurant Howlin’ Ray’s, New York’s Scarr’s Pizza, izakaya and noodle shop Ivan Ramen, and cocktail bar Close Company — a new bar from the team behind Death & Co.

SANTA FE STATION NAMED LUCKIEST CASINO IN LAS VEGAS
New data from Online United States Casinos ranks some of Las Vegas’ luckiest casinos, with Santa Fe Station Hotel & Casino taking the top spot. The research found that out of Santa Fe Station’s 544 reviews, 61 of those, or 11.23 percent, mentioned something about luck. That was just one percent higher than the casino that ranked second, Sam’s Town Hotel & Gambling Hall. Gold Coast Hotel & Casino, Suncoast Hotel & Casino, and Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa rounded out the top five. Website analysts looked at every casino listed on Yelp in Las Vegas, where they searched for keywords like ‘lucky,’ ‘luck,’ ‘win,’ ‘winner,’ ‘won,’ or ‘jackpot’ for each one. Based on how many total reviews that casino got and the number of times the keywords showed up was how each property was ranked, according to researchers. Casinos with less than 400 reviews were excluded to avoid skewing results.

NEW EXHIBIT AT MOB MUSEUM
The Mob Museum unveiled a redesigned exhibit titled “The Mob in pop culture.” It’s now on display on the first floor of the museum and features artifacts, costumes, and images of organized crime in American pop culture. The exhibit includes items from TV shows and movies like The Godfather, Casino, and Pulp Fiction.

SPHERE ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES SECOND VENUE
Sphere Entertainment, the company behind Sphere Las Vegas, announced plans for a new venue in Abu Dhabi. The company says it will work with Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism to build a second Sphere in the United Arab Emirates’ capital city that will echo the scale of the 20,000-seat venue in Las Vegas. Abu Dhabi will pay Sphere Entertainment a franchise initiation fee for the right to build the Sphere and fund construction. Sphere Entertainment’s team will provide services for development, construction and pre-opening. Once the venue is open, Sphere Entertainment says it expects to receive annual fees for creative and artistic content licensing and operations support.

LUXURY ICE RINK COMING TO FONTAINEBLEAU
The Fontainebleau is getting into the holiday spirit. The casino recently announced their plans to transform into a ‘Winter Wonderland.’ The festivities include the grand opening of the Oasis Ice Rink, the largest real ice rink on the Strip, on Wednesday, November 27. Ice Rink will be comprised of two rinks spanning nearly 8,000 square feet, allowing for both public skating and private group holiday events. The holiday village on ice will include festive brand activations by Veuve Clicquot, communal firepit rentals, merry photo moments, cozy holiday cabanas, seasonal lite bites and cocktails, and holiday movie showings, rink-side. The Oasis Ice Rink experience will be open seven days per week, with admission starting at $25. Skating fee, inclusive of skate rental, is available for purchase on-site for $35. Monday through Thursday, Nevada locals with a valid ID as well as military members and first responders will have the chance to receive a special price of $30. For more information or to purchase tickets visit their website. 

BAZAAR MEAT RELOCATING
Bazaar Meat, the Las Vegas restaurant of acclaimed chef José Andrés, is relocating from the Sahara to the Palazzo next year. Bazaar Meat opened at the Sahara back in 2014, when the resort was known as SLS Las Vegas. The restaurant is described as an “off-the-charts interpretation of a steakhouse,” featuring steaks, poultry, seafood and vegetables. Sahara Las Vegas confirmed it is working to finalize an agreement for a new culinary destination that will take Bazaar Meat’s place.

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S ‘MYSTERE DREAMS AVE’ BECOMES PERMANENT
An iconic Cirque du Soleil show will become a permanent part of Las Vegas. ‘Mystère Dreams Ave’ will be the new name of the main entrance from Las Vegas Boulevard to the Treasure Island Resort. The change honors Mystère’s incredible 30-year run at the Las Vegas Strip hotel where they just celebrated their 14,000 performance.

RED DOOR ESCAPE ROOM OPENS
The Red Door Escape Room opened at the Grand Bazar Shops on Saturday, October 5. The facility offers a fully immersive experience using creative ways to escape traditional escape rooms. Participants are challenged to find hidden clues to escape from a course of doors in less than 45 minutes. The escape rooms combine modern technology with redesigned puzzles that will take guests to new heights. It requires teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills to solve the hidden messages in puzzles. The experience is fast-paced and has many skill levels. Initially, there are five games and two more are coming later this year for a total of seven. No phones are allowed.

VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS LAUNCH OFFICIAL TEAM APP
The Vegas Golden Knights have launched their own official team app which is now available in the iOS App Store. A Google Play version will be coming soon. Team officials describe the app as a one-stop destination for tickets, team news, arena information and more. It will also serve as way to access KnightTime+, the Golden Knights’ streaming platform for games and other content. In addition to tickets and streaming, fans can use the app to get maps for T-Mobile Arena, play a daily word game, and make predictions on game results, scoring and stars of the game before puck drops. Future updates will include the ability to conduct cashless transactions and redeem season ticket member benefits.

DEBBIE REYNOLDS’ ICONIC “DEBBIE” SIGN RELIT AT NEON MUSEUM
The iconic “Debbie” sign from the Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Hotel and Casino Museum was relit at the Neon Museum on October 9. The 24-foot-long fuchsia sign was restored back in July. Reynolds, known for her longstanding Las Vegas legacy and multifaceted career in entertainment, moved to Las Vegas in 1962 with her children, Carrie and Todd Fisher.

MODERNIZATION PLAN PROPOSES OVERHAULS FOR LAS VEGAS AIRPORT
Officials in charge of Las Vegas’ commercial airport have proposed an overhaul and expansion of its two terminals. The plan includes updated waiting areas, more food and retail options, and additions to the A and C gates. Terminal 1 will be expanded by demolishing the “cluster” building concourses and replacing them with a new “pier-design” concept. This will offer more gates, larger waiting areas and higher ceilings. The existing Terminal 1 layout has room for 39 gates, but the proposed facility could add 26 new gates. Officials also proposed renaming Terminal 3 as Terminal 2 and overhauling the guest ticketing, baggage handling and passenger circulation areas. For the roads to the airport, they want to add terminal-to-terminal flyover roads that would support a one-way motion of airport traffic. There would be two “multimodal centers” providing access to rideshare, public transportation and employee parking.

ROLLER SKATING ON THE STRIP
Strip-goers can boogie-down during the winter months with a ’70s themed roller skating rink taking over TAO Beach Dayclub. The Venetian Resort Las Vegas and Tao Group Hospitality are bringing Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace to TAO Beach Dayclub. The experience allows roller skating fans to the enjoy a 3,250 square foot skating rink that covers the venue’s two pools. Roller skating will take place Thursday through Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. starting in November and running through early 2025. The experience is open to all ages and will include special programming for 21 years of age and older. Guests may bring their skates or rent them at the venue.

OCTOBER 2024 HAPPENINGS

NEW ITALIAN RESTAURANT OPENING AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD
Caesars Entertainment and Tao Group Hospitality announced they will introduce Caramella, a restaurant and lounge, at Planet Hollywood this winter. Caramella will offer original takes on Italian favorites, pasta, and steaks and chops served Tuscan-style. The decor and design will be inspired by 1970’s Italy and feature views of the Strip. The restaurant will be located on the Mezzanine level in the space formerly occupied by Koi Restaurant and Lounge, next to Criss Angel Theater.

SAMMY HAGAR TO RECEIVE KEY TO LAS VEGAS STRIP
Sammy Hagar the iconic Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, philanthropist, and entrepreneur will be celebrated with a prestigious Key to the Las Vegas Strip, recognizing his profound economic and charitable impact in Clark County. The ceremony will be held at Cabo Wabo Cantina at the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 4. This is the celebration of the 15th anniversary of Cabo Wabo Cantina in Las Vegas and Hagar’s 77th birthday. Hagar will celebrate by bringing his famed “Birthday Bash” to Vegas for the very first time with two sold-out shows at Palms Casino Resort. Hagar has donated more than $650,000 to various local organizations and he makes donations regularly to the greater community through profits from his Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum restaurant at Harry Reid International Airport. The exclusive fan event is from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $55 per person and include prime ceremony viewing and two complimentary cocktails made with Hagar’s spirits.

NEON CITY FESTIVAL COMING TO DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS 
Downtown Las Vegas will be home to a new free music and culinary event this fall. The Neon City Festival will take place November 22 to 24. Created by Derek Stevens, the Neon City Festival will feature a large sprawling footprint, headliner talent, diverse food and beverage offerings, and more. Featured headliners for the festival include Alison Wonderland, Neon Trees, Russell Dickerson and Seven Lions.

MARQUEE DAYCLUB BRINGS BACK DAYCLUB DOME
Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan announced plans to resurrect its iconic “Marquee Dayclub Dome” to keep the daytime pool parties going throughout the 2024-2025 Fall and Winter seasons. Vegas pool party season typically ends by mid-to-late October when cooler weather arrives, but the 23,000-square-foot orb placed on top of the rooftop dayclub will ensure that summer never ends at Marquee. The dome rises over 50 feet tall and covers the full pool deck to provide shelter from precipitation and desert winds. Large heaters will maintain an air temperature of 85 degrees and water temperature of 90 degrees throughout the colder seasons. Marquee Dayclub Dome returns October 12.

MGM RESORTS ANNOUNCES DEAL TO DOUBLE SOLAR ENERGY ACCESS
MGM Resorts said it will lease electricity from a solar farm in Nevada that will double its access to renewable energy. The company announced that it signed a power purchase agreement with Escape Solar, which will build a facility in Lincoln County. The solar farm is expected to combine a 115-megawatt solar facility with a state-of-the-art battery storage system. Operations are set to begin in early 2026. MGM says it currently uses solar energy for 90% of its total daytime needs at its Las Vegas properties. This new agreement will push that use to 100%, according to the company, and the battery storage will extend the use of renewable power into the late afternoons and early evenings.

BLACK LAGOON HALLOWEEN POP-UP BAR IS BACK
Returning for its fifth year, the Black Lagoon Halloween Pop-up Bar will once again be serving up an assortment of eerie, spook-themed cocktails. This year, the pop-up bar is possessing Evel Pie on Fremont Street, transforming the pizza joint into a spine-chilling haunt. You can experience bewitchingly curated libations from October 4 through November 1 at Evel Pie at 508 Fremont Street.

GOLDEN KNIGHTS-THEMED RESTAURANT OPENS INSIDE AIRPORT
Golden Knights fans have a new spot to visit while waiting to catch a flight. Located inside the D gates, Vegas Born Bar & Grill features breakfast, bar bits, pizza, hamburgers and salads, plus beer on tap and a full bar. There is also plenty of televisions to catch the Golden Knights in action once the season starts.

PLANNING APPROVED FOR NEW DOWNTOWN ART MUSEUM
The Las Vegas City Council approved plans for a new art museum to be build in the heart of downtown. Council members approved the sale of 1.5 acres of land in Symphony Park for the construction of the museum. Las Vegas has been without a standalone art museum since the previous Museum of Art closed in 2009. Under the proposal, a three-story art museum would cover about 90,000 square feet. The total cost of the project is expected to be $150 million. The museum would feature three exhibition spaces, an outdoor public area, space for exhibition staging, a cafe and a gift shop. Construction is expected to start no later than February 2027 and will be completed by the end of 2028.

MOKBAR OPENS AT CAESARS PALACE THIS FALL
Mokbar by Esther Choi is set to open inside the Forum Food Hall at Caesars Palace this fall. The quick service establishment will combine traditional and modern takes on Korean cuisine. Mokbar marks Esther Choi’s fifth restaurant.

SPHERE REDUCES SOUND
Sphere has promised residents of nearby Park Towers at Hughes Center that it will turn down the volume on its robust XO Audio system that premiered on July 4. The sound will be capped at 85 decibels on “waiver days,” and make a two-week notice of high-volume events to Park Tower residents. The heightened sound will only be allowed from 9 a.m to 11:30 p.m. on those days, with the exception of New Year’s Eve, when the noise can go until 1 a.m.

FREAKLING BROS. RETURNS WITH HAUNTING EXPERIENCE AT NEW LOCATION
A beloved Halloween experience is back from the dead and ready to make its grand return to Las Vegas. Freakling Bros. Horror Shows announced their return, starting Friday, October 4, for its 31st year after a hiatus last Halloween season. Following opening night, the attraction will be open on the following nights: October 4-6; October 10-13 and October 15-31. Fans can expect three experiences including Nevada’s first and only R-rated attraction, Gates of Hell, as well as the experimental COVEN of 13 and the classic Castle Vampyre. This year, thrill seekers can head to their new location at Desert Breeze Park near Spring Mountain Road and Durango Drive.

BALLY’S CORPORATION AND PALMS CASINO RESORT ANNOUNCE NEW STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
Bally’s Corporation and Palms Casino Resort announced a strategic partnership offering Bally Rewards members the ability to earn travel rewards at Palms in Las Vegas. This collaboration aims to enhance the gaming experience for qualified Bally Rewards members to cash in on trips to Palms in Las Vegas. Bally’s Corporation and Palms Casino Resort are initially focusing on travel getaways for Bally Rewards members, but they plan to potentially broaden their partnership in the future. By combining the strengths of these two leading companies, they aim to eventually enhance the gaming experience for their guests through tier matching, tournament invitations, and annual trips.

CIRCA ADDING MORE ROOMS
Circa, the first ground-up casino built in the downtown Las Vegas area since 1980, will add 106 rooms, including four suites, in late October. The accommodations will be developed on four floors that were shelled out when the property was first built so they could see how customers responded to different product options. After about three years in business, Circa has learned that their highest demand product is the sunset suite – a nearly 1,200 square foot western facing suite. The new rooms are the third phase of development for Circa. The second phase was its ballroom and meeting space which opened in September 2022. Three other floors are also shelled out for future development.

SHOEY BAR RETURNS FOR FORMULA 1
MGM Resorts International is gearing up for the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX 2024 with the return of the Shoey Bar at Bellagio. The wildly popular tribute to one of sports’ most iconic celebrations: drinking from a shoe, returns November 21-23 during race week festivities. The Shoey Bar is back with a newly designed gold shoe, music, cocktails, merchandise and a photo op to capture the race-weekend excitement. New this year, fans can get ramped up for the race long before event weekend with a limited-edition Golden Shoey promotion for Bellagio Fountain Club (BFC) package buyers. Each fan who purchases a BFC package from September 1-30 will receive an exclusive Golden Shoey, sure to become a highly sought-after collector’s piece with only 300 being produced for 2024. Throughout event weekend the Shoey Bar will feature 2,500 striking new golden collectible shoes, distinctly different from the limited-edition Golden Shoey design. Complete with a custom insert and filled with a specially crafted Red Bull cocktail, the exclusive design offers returning fans a chance to collect a meaningful piece of memorabilia that embodies the spirit of this year’s event.The 2024 Shoey Bar will introduce Shoey shot glasses, miniature ceramic shoe replicas packaged in a tiny shoe box, as a perfect keepsake. For those looking to celebrate race week with friends, the “Shoe-Ski” offers a champion’s twist on the classic shotski, allowing two to four guests to toast to victory or simply toast to the moment. The Shoey Bar also will feature extended hours this year, giving guests more time to enjoy the activation before heading to the race only steps away along The Strip.

SEPTEMBER 2024 HAPPENINGS

PARIS CELEBRATING 25TH ANNIVERSARY
Paris Las Vegas kicked off its month-long celebration for its 25th anniversary. The resort first opened its doors on September 1, 1999. The 25th anniversary celebration coincides with the completion of the Versailles Tower renovation. A special cocktail called the Joyeux Anniversaire is available until September 15 at Montecristo Cigar Bar, Le Central and Gustav’s. The Bedford by Martha Stewart, Gordon Ramsay Steak, Nobu and Vanderpump a Paris will offer a prix fixe menu until September 15. The Eiffel Tower and High Roller Observation Wheel will feature custom light shows. Players can also get a commemorative $25 casino chip on tables.

DATE SET FOR TROPICANA IMPLOSION
The Tropicana is set to be imploded at 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 9, pending approvals. Before the implosion, Bally’s and the Oakland Athletics will host a commemorative event featuring a drone and fireworks display. The implosion will cap off the demolition of the historic property which began shortly after it closed in April.

FREE FAN EXPERIENCE ANNOUNCED FOR LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX
A free fan experience will take over the north end of the Strip for the Las Vegas Grand Prix this fall. The F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix Fan Experience will be held on Las Vegas Boulevard across from Wynn Las Vegas on November 22 and 23. Formula One fans will be able to dive into the world of the racing circuit with F1 and F1 ACADEMY team appearances, live entertainment, local food trucks and more. Pirelli Hot Lap vehicles and other hypercars will be on display. Admission is free, but tickets are required. They are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Anyone with a fan experience ticket will also be able to redeem an exclusive offer for three-day Las Vegas Grand Prix tickets.

SWINGERS CRAZY GOLF OPENING NOVEMBER 8
Swingers ‘crazy golf’ is a UK concept that mixes cocktails with music, street food, and mini golf. It is set to open its first Las Vegas location at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on November 8. The space will comprise 40,000 square feet, three floors, and no fewer than five golf courses. Swingers is calling the location its “flagship” and promises an immersive, sensory-rich experience that will introduce Sin City to the concept of the English-style “country house.” Swingers began a decade ago in an East London warehouse and opened its first U.S. location in Washington, D.C., in 2021. The brand’s 1920s aesthetic, Instagram-friendly golf courses and adults-only vibe make it an ideal night out for millennial and Gen Z crowds in search of sharable experiences.

COSMOPOLITAN TO HOST LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX WATCH PARTIES
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas will host an alternative experience for racing fans this fall. The Boulevard Pool at the Cosmopolitan will be home to “The Boulevard Experience,” a multi-day watch party for the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The three-day experience will be highlighted by a closed-circut viewing of the live Grand Prix TV feed. In addition there will be live DJ entertainment and food and beverage options. Fans can purchase single-day tickets starting at $250 for Thursday and Friday, and $350 for Saturday. A three-day pass is available for $700. Visit the MG Resorts website to purchase tickets.

LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX ANNOUNCES HEADLINERS
Ludacris, Alesso and OneRepublic will be among the featured entertainment for this year’s Las Vegas Grand Prix. The race announced the music lineup for the T-Mobile Zone at Sphere Stage. OneRepublic will perform on November 21; Alesso will follow on November 22; and Ludricris will cap the entertainment on November 23. Other performers planned to take the stage include Chromeo, DRAMA, Kaleena Zanders, MEUTE, The Beaches, and TOO MANY ZOOZ.

COUNTRY MUSIC STAR JASON ALDEAN TO OPEN RESTAURANT & BAR ON THE STRIP
Jason Aldean is bringing a taste of Nashville to the Las Vegas Strip. TC Restaurant Group announced it will partner with the country music star to open Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Bar this fall at 63 CityCenter, on the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Harmon Avenue. The venue will combine Southern comfort food, one-of-a-kind memorabilia and live music under one roof. There will be 22,500 square feet of space over two stories, with two music stages featuring regular live performances. Guests will find outdoor patios with Strip views, seven bars, private spaces, full-service dining and a DJ-driven nightlife. iHeartRadio will also have a live on-air studio on location to record daily interviews with musicians and celebrities who take the stage for impromptu performances.

MOB MUSEUSM ACQUIRES AL CAPONE’S PISTOL FOR COLLECTION
The Mob Museum in Las Vegas has acquired one of the most significant belongings once owned by notorious gangster Al Capone. The museum announced that it purchased Capone’s Colt 1911 .45-caliber semiautomatic pistol, which his family claimed he called “Sweetheart.” It comes with a letter of provenance from Diane Capone, Al Capone’s granddaughter, and has been authenticated by the Office of Colt Historian. According to the museum, Al Capone left the gun to his wife, Mae, who passed it down to their son, Albert “Sonny” Capone. Sonny made modifications to the gun, and after he died in 2004, the pistol came into the possession of his daughters. They sold the gun at auction in 2021, and it now has a permanent home in The Mob Museum’s artifact collection thanks to the generosity of a private contributor. The museum says the family lore about the gun, including the nickname “Sweetheart,” hasn’t been independently verified. Al Capone was infamous for his roles in bootlegging, gambling and other illegal rackets. He is believed to be responsible for the 1929 St. Valentine’s Day Massacre and remains one of the most enduring figures of America’s Prohibition era. The museum says it will announce when the gun will be displayed to the public in the coming months.

FONTAINEBLEAU INTRODUCES SIGNATURE SERIES BY FONTAINEBLEAU
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is pulling back the curtain of its industry-leading experts with the debut of Signature Series by Fontainebleau, spirited and interactive classes lead by the resort’s acclaimed chefs, beverage leaders and experiential connoisseurs. Chef Patrick Munster, Chef Damon Falls, Chef Chantone Vang, Chef Stefano Chiarugi, Chef Kyle Brandish, Chef Yutaka Kude, Master Sommelier Kevin Reilly, and Director of Beverage Development Juyoung Kang will all share their talents through Signature Series classes, taking place throughout 2024 and into 2025. Each class is tailored to the season, guiding guests through experiences across the property, giving them the opportunity to learn and bring new techniques to their own table.

NEW SEAFOOD RESTAURANT OPENS ON THE STRIP
A new restaurant – Bazaar Mar – from acclaimed chef José Andrés’ business group is now open at The Shops at Crystals. It’s described as a seafood-driven interactive restaurant, with dishes served in shareable style. The menu includes fish like Open Blue Cobia (Panama), Ora King Salmon (New Zealand) and Balfegó Tuna (Spain). The restaurant space itself features a custom mural, tapas bar and fish display in front of the open kitchen. Next to Bazaar Mar is Bar Centro, a bar serving coffee and pastries in the morning, Spanish pressed sandwiches for lunch, and cocktails, caviar and desserts in the event. Bazaar Mar is located on the main level of The Shops. Hours of operation are 5-9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

NEW UNIQUE TIKI EXPERIENCE, GLITTER GULCH TIKI, NOW OPEN IN DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS
The creative minds behind Nacho Daddy proudly announce the grand opening of Glitter Gulch Tiki, a swanky tiki lounge transforming the former Nacho Daddy location on 4th Street into a vibrant, immersive paradise. Glitter Gulch Tiki promises to be the ultimate destination for tiki culture enthusiasts and revelers seeking a unique and unforgettable experience.

NEW TAVERN CONCEPT FROM STATION CASINOS OPENING
Station Casinos announced it will launch a new tavern concept this year in North Las Vegas. Seventy Six by Station Casinos will feature drinks, dining and gaming in what’s described as a neighborhood and sports-viewing hangout. The new concept will offer 15 bartop machines, 24 high-definition televisions, and a VIP player’s club exclusive to Seventy Six. The dining menu will feature bar favorites like nachos, tacos, pasta, burgers and more. A full bar will have house-made cocktails and 20 beers on tap. Seventy Six’s first location at the corner of Lamb and Centennial boulevards is scheduled to open this fall and operate 24 hours a day. More locations are planned to open through 2025, according to Station Casinos.

CAESARS SELLING WORLD SERIES OF POKER BRAND
Caesars Entertainment says it’s reached a deal to sell the intellectual property rights to the World Series of Poker for $500 million. The WSOP brand will be sold to the private investment company NSUS Group, which owns the online poker room GGPoker, according to a news release. Under the deal, the poker tournament will stay at Caesars’ Las Vegas casinos for at least the next 20 years. The company’s poker rooms will also keep WSOP branding and casinos will have preferential rights to host live WSOP circuit events. Caesars Digital will receive a license to operate its WSOP Online real-money poker business in Nevada and three other states, but it will be restricted from operating peer-to-peer poker operations otherwise. Caesars will receive $250 million in cash and a promissory note for the other half due five years after the sale closes.

ITALIAN CHAIN BUCA DI BEPPO ENTERS CHAPTER 11 BANKRUPTCY
Italian restaurant chain Buca di Beppo announced that it’s entering Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company filed for reorganization and will restructure “44 core locations,” which will continue to operate as usual, according to a news release. Buca di Beppo was founded in Minneapolis in 1993 and is known for serving dishes family-style for multiple people. There are three locations in the Las Vegas valley: inside Excalibur on the Strip, at the corner of Flamingo and Paradise roads, and at the corner of Lake Mead Boulevard and Buffalo Drive.

COSMOPOLITAN OFFICIALLY PART OF MGM LOYALTY PROGRAM
The Cosmopolitan has officially joined MGM Resorts’ loyalty program – MGM Rewards. This means rewards members can earn and redeem points at the casino-resort. Points accumulated under the previous rewards program, Identity, have been transferred to MGM Rewards for anyone with an existing account. For those who are not MG Rewards members, they can activate a newly created MGM Rewards account to access points.

BIG TEN BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS COMING TO LAS VEGAS
The Big Ten Conference announced it will hold two of its conference basketball tournaments at T-Mobile Arena in the coming years. The women’s tournament will be played March 3 -7, 2027, and the men’s tournament March 8 – 12, 2028. The men’s tournament in 2028 will also coincide with Las Vegas hosting the NCAA Men’s Final Four at Allegiant Stadium in April.

ELVIS MEMORABILIA SHOWCASE OPENS AT WESTGATE
A new exhibit featuring one-of-a-kind Elvis Presley memorabilia is now open at Westgate. Items in the collection include Presley’s Army watch, the shoes he wore during his last performance at the International Theater, an original vinyl debut single “That’s All Right,” and even a lock of his hair. The items come from the private collection of Westgate Resorts CEO Jim Gissy. The showcase is inside the main lobby at the front entrance and it’s free to the public.

VENETIAN RESORT OPERATOR BUYS OUT GAMING MACHINE MAKERS
The company that owns the operations of The Venetian Resort has agreed to buy two slot machine manufacturers in a deal valued at $6.3 billion. Apollo Global Management announced it will acquire Everi Holdings and the gaming and digital businesses of IGT. The newly formed enterprise, which has not yet been named, will be headquartered in Las Vegas. The deal is all cash with Everi stockholders getting $14.25 per share and IGT receiving $4.05 billion in cash proceeds. IGT expects to use the cash to pay down its debts. Once the sale is complete, IGT will change its name and become a “pure play” lottery business.

AUGUST 2024 HAPPENINGS

TROPICANA LAS VEGAS OPERATOR BALLY’S CORP AGREES TO BUYOUT
Bally’s Corporation, the company that operated Tropicana Las Vegas, announced that it has agreed to a buyout valued at $4.6 billion. The company said that it entered a merger agreement with Standard General, its largest shareholder. Under the deal, Standard General will purchase all of Bally’s outstanding stock at $18.25 per share and Bally’s will merge with The Queen Casino & Entertainment Inc. which operates four casinos across three states. The deal is subject to regulatory approval.

TRAM BETWEEN HARD ROCK & TREASURE ISLAND TO REOPEN IN 2027
When the Hard Rock Hotel Casino reopens in 2027, the tram between it and Treasure Island will be back up and running. The tram was shut down in the weeks leading up to the July 17 closure of Mirage. The TI/Mirage tram system first opened in 1993. It features two cars, each capable of carrying up to 50 passengers. Tram service is free.

ICONIC MIRAGE ARTIFACTS TO BE DONATED TO NEON MUSEUM
Following the closing of the Mirage on July 17, Hard Rock International announced that they will donate several artifacts from the site to the Neon Museum. Artifacts such as the 17-foot tall Siegfried & Roy sculpture, the 30-foot tall Mirage Hotel entrance sign, and the 27-foot tall Mirage neon sign at the Volcano Lagoon will live on at the Neon Museum. Additional artifacts will be donated to the museum after the Mirage’s public art auction concludes in September.

NEON MUSEUM ANNOUNCES PLANS TO EXPAND, RELOCATE
The Neon Museum recently announced new relocation and expansion plans. The museum is considering plans for two new locations downtown. The first site is a 60,000-square-foot outdoor display space with a panoramic view of the Las Vegas Valley. It will also feature a 47,000-square-foot indoor area with space for classrooms and immersive experiences. The second site is a 35,000-square-foot programmable space just a short walk away that will feature a neon maker’s space, a neon boneyard, and storage space for new additions to the collection. The original location is still open and continues normal operations.

LAS VEGAS DEBUTS FIRST-EVER RESIDENCY DRONE SHOW
Officials with Atomic Golf launched the first-ever residency drone show on July 18. Guests can enjoy a spectacular display featuring hundreds of drone at the downtown entertainment site. The show runs every Thursday night at 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. Admission is free. Atomic Golf is located at 1850 S. Main Street, near Las Vegas Blvd.

ALL-MLB WEEKEND RETURNING TO LAS VEGAS
Some of the biggest and brightest stars in Major League Baseball are returning to Las Vegas as MGM Resorts once again hosts the All-MLB Weekend. The second annual event kicks off with an awards show that will be filmed at the Cosmopolitan on November 14. Tickets for the awards show are available now – they start at $229. Fans will also have opportunities to interact with MLB players and legends, including playing golf during the VIP Golf Pro-Am. Tee times are available on November 15 for $2,000 per person. Additional events taking place during the All-MLB Weekend will be announced at a later date.

M RESORT FEATURING DIVE-IN MOVIES
M Resort Spa Casino are hosting dive-in movies this summer. Movies include Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (August 9) and Uncharted (September 13). Attendees must wear proper swim attire. Outside food and beverages are not permitted; however, a limited food menu and full bar will be available. Towels will be available for hotel guests. Non-hotel guests are encouraged to bring towels. Parking is free. Tickets are $10 each for all ages. Movies start at 8 p.m. and is limited to the first 400 guests.

NEW CIRQUE DU SOLEIL DOCUMENTARY ON PRIME VIDEO
A new Cirque du Soleil documentary, “Cirque du Soleil: Without A Net”, began streaming on Prime Video in July. The movie focuses on “O” and how the company rebooted the production over a year after the world shut down due to the pandemic. During the pandemic, Cirque du Soleil laid off about 3,400 employees and filed for bankruptcy in June 2020. In November 2020, they secured lenders and emerged from creditor protection. In July 2021, performers once again graced the “O” stage at the Bellagio.

FIOLA MARE COMING TO WYNN
Early next year, Wynn Las Vegas will debut Fiola Mare, a Mediterranean seafood restaurant from James Beard and Michelin-awarded chef Fabio Trabocchi. Fiola Mare’s menu will feature a stunning selection of seafood sourced from the Mediterranean and East and West Coast of the U.S. The Las Vegas location will feature a raw bar at the entrance, as well as impressive seafood towers, an array of tableside services, and elegantly-grilled seafood entrees. Guests will also be able to make selections from a seafood card that will offer multiple daily catch options. Fiola Mare will replace Lakeside which closed permanently in July.

BELLAGIO ADDING RETAIL & RESTAURANT SPACE
The Bellagio resort wants to add nearly 400,000 square feet of retail and dining space to its main walkway entrance. The proposal, called “Project Mojave,” would be located on the south side of Bellagio Drive. Blue prints and renderings filed with Clark County show the project running from the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Bellagio Drive toward the parking garage and lobby. The space is currently a walkway connecting Las Vegas Boulevard to the resort entrance. The building would be three floors above the ground level. There would be some remodeling for the lobby and bus drop-off area inside the parking garage. Existing driveways and circulations would not change. A bridge would also connect the resort to The Cosmopolitan, and a new digital marquee would replace the current one.

THE SELFIE STUDIO: DECADES TOUR RETURNS TO FASHION SHOW LAS VEGAS
Fashion Show Las Vegas will welcome the return of the time-traveling art installation, The Selfie Studio: Decades Tour. Starting August 1, the complimentary nostalgic activation will allow guests to journey through the decades and capture vibrant Instagrammable photos. Themes include The 50s – The Diner; The 60s – Mellow Meadows; The 70s – Disco Fever; The 80s – The Gamer; Back to the 90s – The Video Store; The 00’s – Teenage Dream; The NOW – Gone Viral; and The Future.

COTE KOREAN STEAKHOUSE & GJELINA COMING TO THE VENETIAN RESORT
Gracious Hospitality Management has announced plans to open COTE Vegas, the brand’s first West Coast concept in 2025. Located at The Venetian Resort, the Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse, recently named North America’s Best Steakhouse by World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants, will debut early next year as a part of the resort’s $1.5 billion reinvestment project. Also coming to The Venetian Resort is beloved Venice Beach produce-forward concept, Gjelina. This Vegas outpost marks the third restaurant location for Gjelina, a SoCal staple renowned nationally for its locally sourced dishes. Gjelina joins the resort’s collection of more than thirty restaurants which include chef-driven concepts from a stacked roster of industry veterans such as Thomas Keller, Wolfgang Puck, and Tetsuya Wakuda, as well as Lorena Garcia, Emeril Lagasse, and Eyal Shani.

JULY 2024 HAPPENINGS

LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL PAUSES & ANNOUNCES ALTERNATE EVENT
The Life is Beautiful festival is changing this year. Organizers have announced a pause to the annual festival, instead offering fans a new two-day dance party event titled “A Beautiful Block Party.” The new event will take place September 27 & 28 across two stages around  the Arts District in downtown Las Vegas. The new event is not meant to replace the Life is Beautiful festival but serves as an alternative as they work to reimagine the experience. Passes for the Block Party start at $199.

BETMGM ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIP WITH BRIAN CHRISTOPHER SLOTS
BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, announced an exclusive partnership with Brian Christopher Slots that will make Brian Christopher, the top social media influencer for slots and casinos, a BetMGM brand ambassador. BetMGM will showcase Brian Christopher in live streams across social media channels featuring its online casino platforms as well as in future marketing campaigns. The partnership between Brian Christopher Slots and BetMGM highlights the strength of both brands. The partnership elements are scheduled to include live streams and exclusive experiences. Brian Christopher Slots’ award-winning content boasts a loyal following through brands such as BCSlots.com, BCSlots YouTube channel, FlipTheSwitch.com, BCSlots Cruises and Rudies Fan Club. Brian Christopher Slots’ social media channels reach 8 million monthly unique viewers, 1.8 million subscribers and recently set a new casino gaming record of 1 billion video views. In 2023, Brian Christopher Slots was named Streamer of the Year and Slot Collaboration of the Year at the CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards presented by SBC.

TERRY FATOR RECEIVES KEY TO CITY OF LAS VEGAS
Mayor Carolyn Goodman proclaimed June 18 as Terry Fator Day in Las Vegas to recognize the superstar headliner. Goodman presented Fator and his sidekick, Winston the turtle, with the key to Las Vegas in front of guests such as Criss Angel, Frank Marino and Willie Tyler. The presentation came as Fator opened his new show, “Terry Fator: One Man, a Hundred Voices, a Thousand Laughs!” at The STRAT. Fator has been a mainstay on the Strip for more than 15 years.

DINNER HAS RETURNED TO THE BUFFET AT BELLAGIO
The Buffet at Bellagio has brought back its dinner buffet. Its seafood service will be offered from 1 to 8 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. A fresh seafood station will feature crab legs, tuna poke, ceviche, susi and jumbo lump crab salad. The cost is $79.99. The buffet continues to serve brunch from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

HOUSE OF BLUES RESTAURANT LAUNCHING HAUNTED BRUNCH
Described as the “spookiest show on the Strip,” The House of Blues Restaurant & Bar inside Mandalay Bay is launching a horror-themed brunch July 28. The venue says its new brunch is a “fully immersive and one-of-a-kind Vegas brunch experience, filled with nods to your favorite spooky characters and horror movies.” As part of the experience, dancers, acrobats and “ghoulishly talented” specialty acts will weave their way through guests and at any moment “could provide an unexpected spine-chilling jump scare.” There will be an all-you-can-eat buffet and themed cocktails. Tickets for the haunted brunch at $59 for general admission seating and $74 for VIP front row seating.

NATIONAL FINALS RODEO TO REMAIN IN VEGAS THROUGH 2035
The National Finals Rodeo (NFR) extended its agreement to remain in Las Vegas through 2035 and will pay more than $264 million to the competitors and stock contractors. Las Vegas Events will contribute an additional $1.3 million this year and in 2025 as a signing bonus. The prize money for this year’s event from December 5 – 14 will be more than $16.2 million and will be $17.5 million next year. The amount will then increase by $1 million each year through the life of the new contract. The NFR has been in Las Vegas since 1985, except for one year during COVID-19.

LASER SHOW FEATURING TAYLOR SWIFT MUSIC COMING TO VIRGIN HOTELS LAS VEGAS
“Taylor Shines – The Laser Spectacular,” a laser show featuring the music of Taylor Swift, is coming to Virgin Hotels Las Vegas October 27. The family-friendly production is described as an immersive concert experience at The Theater celebrating Swift’s career. A laser display, large-screen video projection and live performance from DJ Jexxa will help fans experience a two-hour presentation of Swift’s hit songs, including “Anti-Hero,” “Love Story,” and “Shake It Off.”

FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS TO HOST THE STRIP’S FIRST-EVER PPA TOUR LAS VEGAS PICKLEBALL CUP
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is bringing one of the world’s fastest-growing sports to the Strip with the first-ever PPA Tour Las Vegas Pickleball Cup. The exclusive three-year engagement, in partnership with the Carvana PPA Tour, will be the first and only professional pickleball championship on the Las Vegas Strip. The six-day tournament will be held August 27 through September 1 in the resort’s 105,000-square-foot Royal Ballroom – the largest, pillar-less, carpeted ballroom in a hotel in North America – and will feature the world’s best professional pickleball players on the sport’s biggest stage. In addition to the professional tournament, the Las Vegas Pickleball Cup will host an amateur event, welcoming players of all ages and skill levels from all around the country to participate in the marquee event and enjoy the incredible amenities and atmosphere of the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Players looking to compete in the inaugural Las Vegas Pickleball Cup at Fontainebleau Las Vegas can register online. Registration is $95 with a $40 event fee per each event entry. Additionally, tickets are on sale now online, starting at $25. Fontainebleau Las Vegas is offering a special room rate for eventgoers.

FRIENDS ATTRACTION COMING TO MGM GRAND
Central Perk. Monica’s apartment. The fountain from the opening credits. Re-creations of these and other sets, along with original props and costumes will be avaliable for viewing when “The Friends Experience” opens at MGM Grand this fall. A touring version has visited 22 cities but the Las Vegas attraction will be the third permanent one. The two-story attraction will dedicate part of its space to the four-episodes in 1999 that brought the characters to Las Vegas where Joey was supposed to have the lead role in a movie filming outside town. A version of the wedding chapel set where Ross and Rachel drunkenly married will also be there. The Friends Experience will be located in The District at MGM Grand, near the arena, in a space that previously housed CSI: The Experience and The Hunger Games: The Exhibition.

ELECTRIC PLAYHOUSE OPENED
Electric Playhouse, a new 10,000 square foot social gaming destination, opened inside The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace on June 22. The playhouse merges digital and physical worlds into one through dozens of motion-activated games and experiences. The walls inside the playhouse will spring to life and respond to players’ actions within the ifferent gaming areas. Every visit to the playhouse promises a new adventure. Electric Playhouse will also feature an outdoor patio and a full-service bar (launching later this year). Also coming later this summer will be upscale dining experiences. Electric Playhouse is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

AREA15 INTRODUCES NEW ATTRACTIONS AND GAMING HUB
AREA15 announces “The Lab,” the brand-new interactive attractions and gaming hub housing an array of tech-driven games and experiences, including AREA15’s first-ever proprietary IP innovations. These enthralling additions cement the award-winning experiential entertainment district as a leader in the global attractions industry. The centerpiece of AREA15’s new experiences is its proprietary gaming adventure, Origin Quest, a pioneering, narrative-driven scavenger hunt inviting guests to unravel the enigmatic origin story of AREA15.

ALL-NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART STN SPORTSBOOK AT SUNSET STATION UNVEILED
Sunset Station has unveiled a game-changing transformation of the property’s all-new race and sportsbook. The high-design and technologically advanced STN Sportsbook is poised to become the ultimate Henderson destination for guests seeking a premium sports viewing hot spot and convenient betting locale. The stunning 12,000 square-foot STN Sportsbook offers a dramatically new look and welcomes in the next era of sportsbook experiences with a panoramic 152-foot LED screen wall, tiered VIP seating, comfortable lounge areas, a dynamic bar scene, high-definition screens at every turn and seamless betting options for guests.

LINEUP FOR iHEART MUSIC FESTIVAL ANNOUNCED
iHeartMedia announced the lineup for their two-day music event at T-Mobile Arena on September 20 & 21. Big Sean, Camila Cabello, Doja Cat, Gwen Stefani, Hozier, Keith Urban, New Kids on the Block, Paramore, The Black Crowes and Thomas Rhett are just some of the artists expected to perform. Ryan Seacrest will once again host the event. Tickets are available at www.axs.com. If you can’t make it to T-Mobile Arena, the festival will stream live on Hulu.

WYNN BECOMES HOME OF NEW SIRIUSXM BROADCAST STUDIO
A state-of-the art broadcast studio has officially opened on the Strip inside Wynn. The studio will be home to a variety of programming, including a new series hosted by legendary hip-hop artist Flavor Flav, called Flavor Flav’s Flavor of the Week, which debuted June 10. Other shows will include Mad Dog Sports Radio host JT the Brick and Eddie Trunk, host on SiriusXM’s Faction Talk, Hair Nation and Volume channels. The new studio joins several other SiriusXM broadcast studios across North America.

BUDDY V’S PIZZERIA OPENING AT CAESARS PALACE
Celebrity chef Buddy Valastro, better known as Cake Boss or Buddy V, is opening a pizzeria at Caesars Palace later this summer. The menu will redefine the traditional New York-style pizza experience. There will also be sandwiches, breakfast items and a variety of fan-favorite desserts. The pizzeria will replace the former DiFara Pizza. This will be Valastro’s fourth establishment in Las Vegas and his first at Caesars Palace. He already has PizzaCake inside Harrah’s and Buddy’s Jersey Eats and The Boss Cafe at The LINQ.

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S KA EXTENDED AT MGM GRAND
KA, the Cirque du Soleil show, will continue performing at MGM Grand through 2026. KA first opened at MGM Grand in 2005 and celebrated its 8000th show in September 2023. KA will head into a new schedule for the summer, offering shows at 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Performances will continue at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Monday through Wednesday. The summer schedule runs from June 29 to September 1.

LITE-BRITE: WORLDS OF WONDER COMES TO ILLUMINARIUM
Child-like wonder is lighting up the valley with a toy-inspired immersive show. Hasbro, Inc. teamed up with content studio Secret Location to launch Lite-Brite: Worlds of Wonder at Illuminarium Las Vegas. People of all ages are invited to check out the playful and interactive 60-minute experience for some nostalgic fun. Key features of the experience include: a cinematic interactive show, a retail experience, the opportunity to play and create with physical Lite-Brite toys, and the opportunity to take a memorable take-home photo. Tickets for Lite-Brite: Worlds of Wonder start at $35 for adults and $30 for children and seniors.

JUNE 2024 HAPPENINGS

MIRAGE CLOSING JULY 17
The Mirage Hotel & Casino will officially close its doors July 17 in order to begin transforming the property into the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas. Guests with room reservations or show tickets beyond July 14 will be automatically canceled and refunded. Guests booked through a third-party provider or online travel agency will automatically be canceled but should be contacted directly for rebooking or possible refunds. Transformation plans for the property include adding 800 to 1,000 hotel rooms, renovating the existing rooms and suites, renovating the casino to include 1,800 slot machines and 200 table game, expanding the meeting space, and adding nearly 3,000 theater seats. The property is expected to re-open in 2027.

DOMINIQUE ANSEL MARCHE OPENING AT PARIS
Pasty chef Dominique Ansel is adding another location to his Las Vegas resume. Dominique Ansel Marche, a new dining destination, is set to open at Paris in the fall. According to the press release, it is inspired by the sidewalk markets in France and will showcase croissants, made-to-order crepes, seasonal fresh fruit tarts, cakes and ice cream. The restaurant will also offer savory items like rotisserie chicken and potatoes. The restaurant will occupy the former JJ’s Boulangerie space near The Bedford by Martha Stewart.

F1 ARCADE OPENING AT FORUM SHOPS
A new experience based around Formula One is coming to the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in 2025. The venue will cover over 21,000 square feet and span two floors, complete with terrace views of the Strip, making it F1 Arcade’s largest venue to date. Motor sports enthusiasts can get behind the wheel of a cutting-edge full-motion simulator and race along the world’s most iconic tracks. There will be a 41-foot-long bar offering cocktails and “mocktails” named in homage to the Grand Prix. A private room will also be available to rent.

PICASSO AT BELLAGIO CLOSING AFTER 25 YEARS
Chef Julian Serrano announced that he is planning to retire and step away from the kitchen of Lago and close Picasso at Bellagio in August. Picasso opened in 1998 and earned some of the industry’s top culinary honors. The chef remains at the helm of Julian Serrano Tapas at ARIA. MGM Resorts is expected to share details on a new addition to Bellagio’s culinary portfolio in the coming months.

EVEL KNIEVEL MUSEUM MOVING TO NEW COMPLEX DOWNTOWN
The Evel Knievel Museum is relocating to downtown Las Vegas, part of a new complex planned that will feature a coffee shop and heavy metal-themed pizza parlor. Construction will begin on the 32,000 square foot Mission Linen building, located at the corner of 1st Street and Coolidge Avenue in the Arts District. The site will be the future home of the museum dedicated to Evel Knievel, the daredevil known for his death-defying stunts. The museum is currently located in Topeka, Kansas.

FONTAINEBLEAU TO HOST 2024 NHL AWARDS
Fontainebleau will host the NHL’s annual awards ceremony for the first time on June 27. Tickets for the ceremony went on sale May 17 and room packages are available. This is the eleventh time the NHL Awards have been presented in Las Vegas and is the first time since 2019. Winners of the league’s biggest trophies are announced every year at the NHL Awards, including most valuable player (Hart Trophy), outstanding goaltender (Vezina Trophy), and outstanding defenseman (Norris Trophy).

LAS VEGAS PICKED TO HOST 2027 COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF CHAMPIONSHIP
Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas is reportedly set to host the College Football Playoff championships game in 2027. New Orleans, Dallas and Miami are also in talks to host the following three title games. Championship sites are expected to be announced in September. Las Vegas would be the eleventh different city to host a CFP championship.

DAYLIGHT BEACH CLUB’S LATIN NIGHT RETURNED
Neo Vibra, featuring the hottest Latin musicians and in-demand DJs returned to Mandalay Bay Resort on Saturday nights. The neon-themed dance party turns the popular beach club into a colorful oasis, including its 4,400 square foot pool with private areas for bottle service and exclusive VIP sections. The 2024 edition of Neon Vibra kicked off with a performance from the popular Latin group Sencilla Conexion, composed of the fiery duo DJ Shark and Pablo Cruz. The group performed their energetic Latin-style hip-hop and pop hits, including “Mala Vida” and “Un Loco Como Yo.”

HOLSTEINS CLOSING
Holsteins, a burger joint in the Cosmopolitan known for its over-the-top burgers and shakes, is closing July 9. Employees of the restaurant were notified of the closure on May 10, and are being encouraged to re-apply to the hospitality group’s next restaurant, which is currently in development. In the wake of the closure, the hospitality group is set to start work on another restaurant that will be announced in coming months. Holsteins opened in 2010 and had become a favorite on the Strip over the years.

EXOSPHERE DISPLAYS COULD SOON HAVE AUDIO
The world has been wowed by many Exosphere displays since the venue was officially turned on about a year ago. Soon, you could also be able to hear those displays. Sphere is exploring the idea of adding an audio component to go along with the Exosphere, making the medium even more attractive.

EL CORTEZ ANNOUNCES $20 MILLION PROPERTY-WIDE EXPANSION
A historic casino in downtown Las Vegas continues to renovate, evolve and grow. The El Cortez Hotel & Casino announced a property-wide expansion that will include a new high limit lounge, a new roulette bar, a new show bar that will play black & white films and live sports, a new Asian restaurant called Hot Noods by Chinglish, and a Starbucks coffee shop. The project will also include expanding the casino’s footprint by 10,000 square fee and renovating 4,000 square feet of the existing casino floor. The new Starbucks is expected to open in June and the restaurant is scheduled to open in early 2025.

VENETIAN ANNOUNCES EXTENSIVE RENOVATION
The Venetian Resort will undergo an extensive $1.5 billion renovation, described as the largest and most expensive in its 25-year history. A comprehensive update is underway for the 4,000 suites in the Venetian’s towers and the convention center. New suite designs are inspired by the costumes of the Venetian Carnival. Suites will be available for stays in September. $188 million will be invested into renovating the convention center, adding a new color palette and luxury lounge spaces. The redesign is scheduled to begin in the summer. New restaurants are also expected to be added.

MOHEGAN SUN EXITING CASINO OPERATIONS AT VIRGIN HOTELS LAS VEGAS
Casino operations at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas will move in-house as Mohegan Sun exits the resort in the coming months. It was announced that an integrated gaming offering will eventually fall under the management of resort president Cliff Atkinson. Virgin Hotels and Mohegan Sun will begin a transition period and once complete, Mohegan Sun will no longer manage or lease Virgin Hotel’s casino. Mohegan Sun has run the casino at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas since the rebranded resort opened in 2021. Virgin Hotels says they do not expect any significant disruptions for guests or employees. The gaming transition is subject to regulatory approval.

WRESTLEMANIA COMING TO LAS VEGAS
For the first time since 1993, WrestleMania is returning to Las Vegas. WrestleMania 41 will be held at Allegiant Stadium on April 19 & 20, 2025. In addition to the two-night stadium event, WWE officials said they are also bringing Raw, SmackDown, NXT Stand & Deliver, WWE World, and the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony to Las Vegas, as well as a variety of community outreach events designed to give back to southern Nevada. The last time the event was held in Las Vegas was at Caesars Palace on April 4, 1993 and drew 16,891 fans. The storylines for that event included Yokozuna challenging Bret Hart for the WWF Championship at the main event. Priority Passes for WrestleMania 41 will soon be available through On Location, which offers fans premium seating, hospitality events with Superstar appearances, exclusive photo opportunities, and more. Additional ticket and event information will be announced in the coming months.

WYNN ANNOUNCES RETURN OF NIGHTTIME POOL PARTY – XS NIGHT SWIM
Wynn Nightlife, Wynn las Vegas‘ premier nightlife division, announced the return of its highly-anticipated nightime pool series, XS Night Swim at XS Nightclub. Touted as Las Vegas’ original and longest running nightime pool celebration, XS Night Swim has long been recognized as a top nightlife destination attracting partygoers to its famed Sunday night poolside party series featuring dynamic programming, relaxed attire and high-octane energy.

THE STRAT TO MAKE WAVES WITH NEW “LAST HOUR HAPPY HOUR” AT SWIM & SOCIAL
Swim & Social, the STRAT’s picturesque destination to sip, swim and socialize, will elevate the final hour of the Swim & Social experience with the introduction of “Last Hour Happy Hour,” where all beverages will be available for half-price. Admission is complimentary for hotel guests and available to non-hotel guests for $15 Monday through Thursday.

MAY 2024 HAPPENINGS

INTERACTIVE GRATEFUL DEAD EXPERIENCE COMING TO VENETIAN
A new interactive experience is opening at the Venetian to celebrate the legacy of the Grateful Dead. Called the “Dead Forever Experience”, the exhibit will offer fans a chance to gather and view exclusive content over two floors inside the resort. Fans can see a scale recreation of the infamous Wall of Sound, the massive sound system created for Grateful Dead concerts in 1974. There will also be an immersive art exhibition, a photography exhibit and a retail store. The experience is being held in conjuncion with Dead & Company’s headlining residency at Sphere which runs May 16 through July. It is free for the public and will be open five days a week.

RIO HOTEL & CASINO UNVEILS BRAZILIAN OASIS
A new local oasis is making its debut at the Rio Hotel & Casino just in time for summer. The new pool, inspired by the beaches of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, features a colorful array of brand-new umbrellas, bright yellow cabanas and an abundance of chaises. Guests are able to enjoy four pools each with its own distinct charm. The refurbished pool also treats guests to a diverse range of dining experiences. The pool is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting.

COSMOPOLITAN ANNOUNCES 2024 DIVE IN MOVIES LINEUP
The Cosmopolitan is bringing back the fan-favorite Dive In Movies series to Boulevard Pool this summer. The series is scheduled to run from May 20 through September 9. Doors will open at 7 p.m. each night and the movie will start at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 for non-hotel guests or $10 for Las Vegas locals. Admission is complimentary for hotel guests, members of Identity Membership & Rewards, first responders and military (with valid ID), and children five and under. Guests are welcome to bring their own blankets – lounge seating is available on a first come, first served basis. No outside food or drinks are allowed. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Ticket information and the full movie schedule are available online.

BLUE MAN GROUP OFFERING SENSORY FRIENDLY SHOW
The Blue Man Group is gearing up to kick off a colorful performance made for those with autism. The Las Vegas icons will perform a sensory-friendly version of their show on June 23 at 2 p.m. for Autism Awareness Month. The group will limit their audience interaction and make modifications to reduce sound and light levels throughout the show. Quiet spaces outside the theater will provide a calm environment for families needing a sensory break. Earplugs will be available upon request. A portion of each ticket sold will go to Grant A Gift Autism Foundation.

NOMAD HOTEL TO BE REBRANDED
NoMad Las Vegas, the 293-room hotel on the top four floors of Park MGM, will rebrand in the coming months. Hotel giant Hilton announced that it would acquire a majority controlling interest in Sydell Group, the London-based hospitality company behind the NoMad brand. Hilton said it plans to expland the NoMad Hotels brand with as many as 10 properties. The news release stated that the Las Vegas location was excluded from the transaction and will have a new name. It is not publicly known at this time what the hotel will rebrand to.

BOB MARLEY HOPE ROAD EXPERIENCE OPENING AT MANDALAY BAY LATE 2024
Bob Marley Hope Road invites audiences to enter a world where the heartbeat of one man unites all in celebration. Guests will step into an authentic Jamaican experience as Bob Marley’s life and music unfolds around them in a lyrical tapestry of color and sound. Hope Road will be open seven days a week and will offer two unique experiences – Hope Road by Day and Hope Road by Night. For more information visit the website.  

FONTAINEBLEAU INTRODUCES NEW POOLSIDE MOVIE SERIES
Fontainebleau launches Oasis Cinema Club. Guests can spend Sunday nights poolside at Fontainebleau’s six-acre Oasis Pool Deck with a line-up of big-screen classics and fun twists on signature concessions. The series begins May 5 with Coco and ends September 1 with Grease. Admission is free for hotel guests and $5 for locals. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the movie beginning at 8 p.m. Visit the Fontainebleau website for the complete movie line-up.

POPSTROKE GOLF EXPERIENCE OPENED APRIL 22 
PopStroke, which is partnered with Tiger Woods and Taylormade, opened near Town Square Las Vegas on April 22. The venue features a two-story building set on two unique 18-hole courses. Guests can enjoy an open-air dining experience, an outdoor beer garden, four bars, a fully enclosed outdoor playground for small children, and oversize TVs and screens for sports viewing. There is also an ice cream parlor and outdoor games like table tennis, foosball and corn hole. You can also track your score and order drinks for delivery on-course through the PopStroke App. This is PopStroke’s first spot in Nevada.

NEW COLLEGE BASKETBALL POSTSEASON TOURNAMENT COMING TO VEGAS
A new college basketball postseason tournament is coming to Vegas starting next year. Schools from the Big 10, Big 12 and Big East conferences are set to participate, along with additional at-large participants. The tournament is scheduled for March 31 – April 6. Teams that did not qualify for the NCAA tournament will be eligible. Two automatic qualifiers come from each participating conference, and additional teams will be chosen by a committee. Details are scheduled to be released at a later date. This will be the second attempt at a college postseason tournament. Mandalay Bay hosted a tournament back in 2016 in which eight college teams competed.

LUCKLEY TAVERN & GRILL REPLACING ALL-AMERICAN BAR & GRILL AT RIO
The All-American Bar & Grill at the Rio is being replaced by the Luckley Tavern & Grill, scheduled to open in May. The restaurant’s menu will feature dishes like lollipop-style buffalo wings, tuna “pizza” and scallops “Benedict”. This is one of several changes the resort is making as it undergoes renovations across the property. Phase one of the renovation started in 2023 and included upgrades to the rooms in the Ipanema tower, arrival area, building exterior (including a dazzling new LED upgrade), lobby, gaming floor, sports book, meeting spaces, and the pool area. It’s scheduled to wrap up later this fall. Phase two will include a full renovation of the Masquerade Tower.

TROPICANA DEMOLITION TENTATIVELY SET FOR OCTOBER
Demolition of the Tropicana is tentatively set for October. Bally’s Corp chairman Soo Kim confirmed the planned timeline in a statement released at the end of March. According to a demolition company that has imploded several Strip resorts before, Tropicana is planned to be demolished via implosion, although this has not been confirmed by Bally’s Corporation. In order for an implosion to proceed, Bally’s Corporation has to achieve a checklist of requirements, including securing dust control and asbestos abatement permits, creating crowd and traffic control plans, and securing a special events permit. Several local and state entities would need to approve the implosion.

DURANGO LAUNCHING ADULTS-ONLY “RECESS FRIDAYS”
Durango is launching its “Recess Fridays” at Bel-Aire Backyard for guests aged 21 and older starting May 3. Locals and visitors can party and dance from 4 to 10 p.m. every Friday through September. For more details visit the Durango website.

VEGAS ELVIS FEST
Vegas Elvis Fest returns June 13 – 15. Join the best Elvis Tribute Artists in the world as they pay tribute to the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. The festival features four shows and three Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Preliminary Contest rounds. Visit the Vegas Elvis Fest website for further details.

APRIL 2024 HAPPENINGS

FREE CONCERT SERIES ON FREMONT STREET
Every Friday in April, Fremont Street will have a free performance by iconic artists spanning multiple genres. Catch performances from pop icons from the Pop 2000 Tour hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC with O-Town, BBMAK, Ryan Cabrera and LFO (April 5); rock groups Alien Ant Farm & The Ataris (April 12); hip-hop stars The Sugarhill Gang & Tag Team (April 19); and pop-punk legends Lit (April 26). The Free April Fridays concert series is a warmup to the iconic and highly anticipated 2024 Downtown Rocks free concert series kicking off Memorial Day Weekend.

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW COMING TO LAS VEGAS
The five-city 2024 production tour for the Antiques Roadshow kicks off May 1 at Springs Preserve, where three episodes will be recorded. Each ticketed guest can bring two items for experts to appraise. Antiques Roadshow has been delighting lucky guests with appraisals of their knickknacks since 1997.

MARGARITAVILLE CLOSING
For more than 20 years, Margaritaville, after the iconic song from Jimmy Buffet, has occupied a street-front space at the Flamingo. But, the restaurant is closing when their lease expires in June (reservations are no longer being accepted after April 15). The shuttering of Margaritaville continues the food and drink changes occurring at the Flamingo, including the addition of a new Vanderpump (Pinky’s) and Gordon Ramsay (Gordon Ramsay Burger) restaurant in summer 2024.

TREVI ITALIAN RESTAURANT CLOSED
Trevi Italian Restaurant closed unexpectedly at the Forum Shops inside Caesars Palace. The restaurant was located next to the shopping center’s fountain and featured an ancient Roman decor.

SAMMY’S ISLAND COMING TO THE PALMS
This summer, Sammy Hagar and Palms Casino Resort are introducing Sammy’s Island! Take a trip to a tropical pool getaway inspired by the music and Baja beach vibe of the Rocker himself at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas with the official debut on May 17. With a poolside restaurant, tiki bar, and Tequileria, the oasis will feature a blend of delicious food from Baja Breakfast Burritos to Shrimp Ceviche, plus refreshing cocktails made with Sammy’s signature spirits, including the signature Maui-jito crafted with Beach Bar Rum, margaritas and flights made with Santo Tequila & Mezquila, and canned cocktails like the Red Rocker Lager. And of course, it wouldn’t be Sammy’s Island without the music! It will host live poolside events throughout the summer featuring a variety of musical acts from headline performances to some of Vegas’ favorite local entertainers. On Saturday through Monday, the pool will feature top DJs spinning sets of music to keep the Sammy’s Island vibes going strong all weekend long.

COMO POOLSIDE CAFE & BAR OPENED AT BELLAGIO
Bellagio is giving pool season a big upgrade with its new outdoor dining experience – COMO Poolside Cafe & Bar. COMO’s main dining area seats up to 150 guests overlooking Bellagio’s garden, and includes a 30-seat bar top with TVs. Guests can enjoy the all-day Mediterranean-inspired dining experience offering breakfast and lunch. Apertivo Hour begins at 5 p.m. to serve early evening cocktails. COMO is available to both hotel and non-hotel guests.

INDEPENDENT MOVIE INDUSTRY EVENT MOVING TO PALMS
The Independent Film & Television Alliance (IFTA) announced that the American Film Market (AFM) will be held at the Palms Casino Resort November 5 – 10. The event is described as an opportunity for professionals from the independent film industry for networking, conferences and development. It also serves as the annual fundraiser for the IFTA.

COMMISSIONERS APPROVE PROPOSED MOVIE STUDIO
Clark County commissioners approved zoning plans for a new film production studio proposed in the Summerlin area of Las Vegas. Howard Hughes Corp. and Sony Pictures are partnering on the project which would be located at the corner of Flamingo Road and Town Center Drive and is expected to cover about 31 acres.

SPHERE LAUNCHES STUDENT DESIGN CHALLENGE
The Sphere announced that it is launching the inaugural Sphere XO Student Design Challenge with the prize of featuring artwork on the Exosphere. The theme of the challenge is around the 4th of July. Eight winners, ranging from elementary school through college, will be chosen via general public voting and a panel of professional artists who have created work for the Exosphere. Winning artwork will debut on the Exosphere on July 4, and the winning students will receive a $10,000 scholarship from Sphere Entertainment. Students from elementary and middle schools will also win a $10,000 donation for their school’s art program, plus an invitation to see the Sphere in the fall. Contest entry rules are available on the sphere website.

SPHERE TO HOST FIRST KEYNOTE EVENT
The Sphere will host its first-ever keynote event in June as part of a Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) conference. The keynote address will be delivered by HPE President & CEO Antonio Neri on June 18 as part of HPE Discover 2024. The Sphere Atrium has a seating capacity of 17,600 and a 160,000 square foot LED screen that wraps around the audience.

DANCING WITH THE STARS’ GLEB SAVCHENKO JOINING CHIPPENDALES CAST
Professional dancer and Dancing With The Stars pro Gleb Savchenko was recently announced at the latest celebrity guest host of the Chippendales show in Las Vegas. He will make an appearance in three weeks of shows from April 25 – May 12 at the Rio Hotel & Casino. Savchenko joins a list of notable names to appear at the popular Las Vegas show, including Vinny Guadanigno from Jersey Shore, and supermodel Tyson Beckford. Chippendales performs Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday at 8 p.m., with an additional show on Friday & Saturday at 10:30 p.m.

NEW VEGAS LOOP TUNNELS APPROVED
The Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority (LVCVA) recently approved two new Vegas Loop tunnels which will run underneath Paradise Road for approximately two miles down to UNLV’s Thomas & Mack Center. The two new tunnels will move convention center traffic south and ultimately to the airport. County officials are also considering a proposal from the Las Vegas Raiders to have a Las Vegas Loop station at Allegiant Stadium.

NEW TORTAZO LOCATION COMING TO CAESARS PALACE
Celebrity Chef Rick Bayless will open a new Tortazo location at Caesars Palace this summer. Tortazo is described as a fast-casual Mexican restaurant that features tacos, quesadillas and house-made churros. Tortazo already has locations in New York and Chicago.

SLOTS-A-FUN AT CIRCUS CIRCUS UPDATED
Slots-A-Fun is a 16,733-square-foot casino attached to Circus Circus that has been nearly empty for the past 10 years. But, that is changing. Recently, Circus Circus updated Slots-A-Fun by adding vintage coin slots and live table games, and reopening the bar that features $2 beer, hot dogs and shrimp cocktails.

WYNN UNVEILS REVELRY – A CULINARY FESTIVAL
This summer Wynn will unveil Revelry – an all-new culinary festival that will bring together some of the world’s most esteemed chefs, best-in-class vintners, mixologists, art installations, and live entertainment. The festival will take place June 5 – 8, and will include intimate master classes, inventive collaborative dinners, and a speakeasy concept. Details about the festival, including the available culinary experiences and feasts, and ticketing/reservations are available online.

BLAKE SHELTON TO HEADLINE GRAND OPENING CONCERTS AT OLE RED
Blake Shelton will headline back-to-back concerts at Ole Red on April 16 & 17. The concerts are part of an official week-long grand opening celebration at the restaurant. The week will include giveaways, on-site prizes, and performances from multiple country acts, including contestants from The Voice. To win tickets for Shelton’s concerts, fans can enter a sweepstakes. There is also chances to win through Ole Red’s social media accounts. Those fans that don’t win tickets will be able to stream a portion of the concert.

ATOMIC GOLF NOW OPEN
Atomic Golf opened at The STRAT on March 22. The 100,000 square foot venue features 103 golfing bays, a 212-yard range, six bars, and a putting district with eight digital putting bays. The venue also features special artwork that pays homage to the Arts District. Atomic Golf is open Monday through Wednesday 12 p.m. to 12 a.m.; Thursday and Friday 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 a.m.; and Sunday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

2024 EDC LINEUP ANNOUNCED
The Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) announced the lineup for the 2024 event which is scheduled for May 17 – 19. EDC will include over 230 artists who will perform across nine stages. Some of the big name artists performing include: Tiesto, David Guetta, Kascade, Diplo, Deadmau5, and many more. There are also a number of artists making their debut this year at the festival. The theme of this year’s festival is #kineticCIRCLE which celebrates the impact that circles have on our lives – circles of time, circles of trust and circles of community. There are changes to the festival layout this year, including relocating some stages, additional seating, and the addition of a saloon-style bar. Resorts World will once again transform into Hotel EDC for the festival.

GAMING MACHINE MAKERS ANNOUNCE MERGER
Gaming machine manufacturers IGT and Everi announced plans to merge forming a combined business valued at $6.2 billion. Both companies manufacture slot machines and other gaming technologies. IGT shareholders would own approximately 54% in the new company while Everi shareholders would own the remaining 46%. Everi will become the parent company but will change their name to International Game Technology Inc. The merger is expected to be completed later this year or in early 2025, pending stockholder and regulatory approval.

LAPA LOUNGE OPENING AT RIO IN JUNE
The Rio Hotel & Casino recently announced renderings for the Lapa Lounge which is inspired by Rio de Janeiro’s Lapa neighborhood. The new design features a ceiling adorned with golden-textured brass monkeys and jaguars, circling a blown glass chandelier while the honey onyx bar top is surrounded by teak accents and chairs covered in animal-inspired patterns. The updated lounge is scheduled to open in June.

CRASH N BURN NOW OPEN 
A new skydiving and dining experience opened on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas on March 21 on the third floor of the Neonopolis Building. Crash N Burn is a 14,000 square foot entertainment venue that features a variety of vintage video games, lawn games and flying fun. There is also a patio overlooking Fremont Street with an indoor and outdoor bar and VIP event space for dining. In the evening, the space turns into a 21-and-over nightclub. Aero Vegas “Adrenaline Elevated” will open its high-flying adventure alongside Crash N Burn this summer.

If you’re looking for a unique, relaxed and affordable experience in Las Vegas, consider staying at a Station Casino. Station Casinos are a chain of local casinos located in convenient locations off the Strip that offer a variety of gaming, dining, entertainment and hotel options for both visitors and locals. Whether you’re looking for a luxury resort or a family-friendly hotel, you can find a Station Casino to match your style, budget and needs. Let’s explore each of the Station Casinos properties and their unique offerings.

RED ROCK RESORT
The most well-known Station Casinos property is Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa. This luxurious resort is located in the Summerlin area of Las Vegas and is a popular destination for both tourists and locals. Red Rock offers a wide range of amenities, including a large casino, Bingo hall, multiple restaurants, a spa, and a large pool complex. They also offer a variety of entertainment options, including a 16-screen movie theater and a 72-lane bowling center. In addition, the resort is close to the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area where visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, climbing, and scenic views.


GREEN VALLEY RANCH
Another popular Station Casinos property is Green Valley Ranch Resort. This luxury resort is located in the Henderson area of Las Vegas and offers a refined and elegant experience for guests who want to enjoy the best of both worlds: the excitement of Las Vegas and the tranquility of a secluded oasis. Amenities include a large casino, Bingo hall, multiple restaurants, a spa, and an eight-acre pool complex featuring a sand-bottom beach-entry pool and private cabanas. There is also a variety of entertainment options, including live music and shows. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, a business trip, or a special event, Green Valley Ranch can cater to your needs and exceed your expectations.

PALACE STATION
Palace Station Hotel & Casino is one of Station Casinos’ more affordable properties, and is known for its history and heritage as it was the first Station Casino to open in 1976. It is located just off the Las Vegas Strip and offers guests a wide range of amenities, including comfortable rooms, diverse dining options, exciting gaming action, a Bingo hall, a pool, and a movie theater. Palace Station is a destination for both locals and tourists who want to enjoy a professional and satisfying experience in Las Vegas.

SUNSET STATION
Another Station Casinos property that is popular among locals is Sunset Station Hotel & Casino. This affordable casino is located in the Henderson area of Las Vegas and offers guests a wide range of amenities, including a large casino, a Bingo hall, multiple restaurants, a pool and a bowling alley. Sunset Station also offers a variety of entertainment options, including live music and shows – the property’s outdoor amphitheater hosts concerts and other events throughout the year. Whether you are looking for a relaxing getaway or a fun-filled family vacation, Sunset Station has something for everyone.

BOULDER STATION
Boulder Station is located on Boulder Highway in Las Vegas and offers a variety of amenities and services for its guests, including a large casino, a Bingo hall, an 11-screen movie theater, an arcade, a pool, and several dining options. For guests who enjoy live music and entertainment, The Railhead, the resort’s concert venue, features a variety of genres, including rock, country, and pop. Boulder Station caters to both locals and tourists who are looking for a comfortable and affordable place to stay and play in Las Vegas.

 

SANTA FE STATION
Another Station Casinos property that is popular among locals is Santa Fe Station Hotel & Casino. This affordable casino is located in northwest Las Vegas and offers guests a wide range of amenities, including a large casino, a Bingo hall, a 16-screen movie theater, a 60-lane bowling center, an arcade, a pool, and multiple restaurants. For entertainment, the Chrome Showroom is host to an array of unforgettable concerts, including big-name country acts and the country’s best jazz musicians. If you want a relaxing staycation, Santa Fe Station is the place to stay.

DURANGO STATION
Durango Casino & Resort is the newest Station Casinos property in the Southwest Valley. Durango features 83,000 square feet of casino space offering 2,200 of the latest slots, 60 plus table games, a high limit gaming area, and a state-of-the-art sports book. Durango is also home to a signature restaurant collection featuring unique concepts and seasoned restaurateurs such as Eat Your Heart Out, an elevated food hall; Nicco’s Prime Cuts & Fresh Fish; Mijo Modern Mexican Restaurant; Summer House, a California-inspired restaurant; and The George which offers elevated American fare, unparalleled sports viewing, and captivating entertainment.

STATION CASINOS LOYALTY PROGRAM
Similar to the resorts and casinos on the strip, Station Casinos offer competitive rates and generous promotions for their hotel guests. They also offer a loyalty program, called Boarding Pass, which lets you earn points and rewards for every dollar you spend on gaming, dining, entertainment and hotel stays. You can redeem your points for free slot play, cash back, discounts and more. In addition, Station Casinos recently launched STN Charms, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that are designed to reward loyal customers with exclusive benefits and perks, such as free spins, bonus credits, and access to special events. STN Charms can also be collected, traded, and displayed on a virtual wallet app.

Station Casinos have something for everyone and no matter which one you choose for your next vacation, you can expect exceptional service and hospitality at an affordable price! So what are you waiting for? Book your stay at a Station Casino today and get ready for some fun!

Welcome to Las Vegas – the dazzling city of lights, iconic landmarks, world-class entertainment and loads of excitement! With its endless array of activities, Las Vegas is a must-visit destination for adults seeking a unique and unforgettable experience. If you’re a first-timer in Las Vegas get ready to be dazzled by a city that never sleeps. This First-Timer’s Guide to Las Vegas will help you make the most of your first visit to this vibrant city.

1. Explore the iconic Las Vegas Strip – Cruising the Strip is required for any first-timer. Stretching approximately 4 miles, this vibrant boulevard is home to some of the most iconic hotels, casinos, and entertainment venues in the world. Take a leisurely stroll and marvel at the breathtaking architecture, dazzling lights, and larger-than-life attractions. And, a selfie at the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign is both essential and absolutely Instagram-worthy — put that on the list, too!
   
   
2. Enjoy the plethora of free activities – Las Vegas might seem like a city where everything comes at a price; however, the Strip offers first-timers a number of amazing must-see spectacles that are 100% free. Be sure to check these out:

• Witness the mesmerizing and breathtaking Fountains of Bellagio.
• Breath in the exquisite scents of the floral displays at the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.
• Experience the explosive spectacle of the Mirage volcano.
• Catch the Fall of Atlantis animatronic show at the Caesars Forum Shops.
• Stroll through the lush gardens and observe exotic birds, fish and turtles at the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat.

3. Soak up the sun – Las Vegas is hot, especially in the summer time, but to help combat the heat Las Vegas has the most over-the-top pool accommodations and the best customer service in the world. Every pool is truly amazing, and many host events with DJs and cabanas! Enjoy the party atmosphere at some of the best Las Vegas pools.
   
   
4. Catch a world-class show – Las Vegas is synonymous with spectacular live entertainment. From legendary residencies by international music superstars to mesmerizing magic acts and jaw-dropping Cirque du Soleil performances, there’s something for every first-timer. Can’t decide what to see, here’s a list of eight recommended must-see Las Vegas shows. Book your tickets in advance to ensure you don’t miss out on the city’s electrifying performances.
   
   
5. Indulge your taste buds – Las Vegas is a haven for food enthusiasts. If you’re a first-time foodie, a buffet should be on your Las Vegas must-do list but you can also indulge in world-class dining experiences with celebrity chefs, upscale steakhouses, fine dining establishments and unique themed restaurants. Las Vegas offers a gastronomic adventure for every palate. Don’t miss the chance to explore the culinary wonders of the city. Be sure to make reservations, especially at popular spots.
   
   
6. Experience the thrill of casino gaming – A trip to Las Vegas wouldn’t be complete without trying your luck at the numerous world-class casinos. Whether you’re a seasoned gambler or a first-timer, the casinos along the Strip cater to all levels of expertise. Set a budget, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, try your hand at poker, blackjack, or slot machines, and soak in the excitement of the gaming floor.
   
   
7. Experience non-gaming thrills – Looking for an adrenaline rush without gambling? Let out a few screams riding the roller coaster at New York-New York or the SkyJump at the STRAT! Enjoy the scenic views of the American West during FlyOver Las Vegas’ immersive flight ride experience, hop on the High Roller Observation Wheel at the LINQ Promenade, or better yet, zipline over the crowds at the LINQ Promenade. Consider taking a helicopter tour of the Strip or the nearby Grand Canyon. Witnessing the city’s lights from the sky provides a breathtaking perspective that’s sure to be a highlight of your first trip.
   
   
8. Visit the Fremont Street Experience – For a taste of classic Vegas, head downtown to the historic Fremont Street. Experience the dazzling LED canopy for the free Viva Vision light shows, zip line through the crowd on the SlotZilla Zip Line, and explore the vibrant bars and shops that line the street. Don’t forget to check out the assortment of restaurants and bars that make up the Fremont East Entertainment District, as well as the Downtown Container Park.

If you still have energy after doing all these activities, you can check out the vibrant nightlife in Vegas. Whether you prefer trendy nightclubs, rooftop bars, or laid-back lounges, the city has it all. You can also:

• Consider exploring the city’s museums – two popular options are the Neon Museum and Mob Museum.
• Indulge in some retail therapy at the high-end shops, boutiques and malls scattered across the city.
• Visit the world’s first experiential art and entertainment complex – AREA15. The expansive space, just a quick drive from the Strip, features massive art installations and virtual reality experiences alongside an eclectic roster of restaurants, bars, and lounges. AREA15 is also home to Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart.

Las Vegas is a city that thrives on spectacle and entertainment, making it an ideal destination for first-timers seeking a taste of the extraordinary. From the glittering lights of the Strip to the world-class shows, dining, and gaming experiences, Las Vegas is a destination that promises excitement at every turn. So, pack your bags, roll the dice, and get ready for a first-timer’s adventure in the dazzling city of Las Vegas! And to ensure you survive your first trip to Vegas, check out these helpful tips.

Las Vegas is the most amazing place on earth. Where else in the world can you experience an Egyptian pyramid, the sights and sounds of Paris and New York, the canals of Venice, or the magic and fun of the Circus all in one place? The best themed Las Vegas hotels are fun and unique, and many of them have been around for years.

Of course, some of the best themed hotels don’t embrace their themes as much as they did in the past. For example, Treasure Island has scaled back their pirate theme over the years. There was a day when you could get a drink at the bar in a super cool skull mug (it was a really heavy, high-quality glass mug), the staff were dressed in pirate-themed costumes, and an exciting pirate battle took place daily out front. The Luxor had a boat ride that simulated riding down the Nile, and the MGM Grand focused on their movie making history. Although these things are gone, you can still easily be transported to unique and different locations by enjoying the themes of these Las Vegas hotels (listed in no particular order).

LUXOR – The Luxor is a unique resort that draws inspiration from ancient Egypt. The Luxor’s main building is a 30-story pyramid which is about 75% the size of the Great Pyramid of Giza, and at night a powerful beam of light shoots out from the top of the pyramid creating a spectacular sight that can be seen from miles away. The resort also has two ziggurat-shaped towers. The Luxor’s entrance is guarded by a massive replica of the Great Sphinx which is 46 feet taller than the original one in Egypt.

 

CAESARS PALACE – The majestic Caesars Palace Hotel features columns, fountains, statues and artwork from the Ancient Roman Empire, including a statue of Caesar, the goddess Venus and Emperor Nero. It also features a replica of the Colosseum where you can watch world-class performers, and the Forum Shops – a mall that mimics the ancient Roman marketplace.

NEW YORK-NEW YORK – The New York-New York is one of the most distinctive themed hotels in Las Vegas. It recreates the atmosphere and landmarks of New York City, such as the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. The hotel tower consists of several skyscrapers that resemble the Manhattan skyline. In addition, the food court area is a replica of New York City streets that at one time even included steam coming out of the manhole covers on the floor.

PARIS – The theme at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas is inspired by the city of Paris France and its famous landmarks, architecture, and culture. The hotel features a half-scale replica of the Eiffel Tower where you can dine or get a great view of the Strip; a sign in the shape of the Montgolfier balloon; a two-thirds size Arc de Triomphe, and a replica of La Fontaine des Mers. The front of the hotel suggests the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and Paris Opera House. In addition, the shopping mall is reconstructed in the style of Parisian streets.

VENETIAN – The Venetian is a stunning tribute to the beauty and culture of Venice Italy. It features Italian Renaissance architecture and art, including the hand-painted ceiling of the Grand Colonnade, the Armillary Sphere, the Campanile Tower, the Rialto Bridge, and of course the canals and gondolas of Venice. The hotel also boasts a magnificent collection of Renaissance paintings, sculptures, and frescoes that adorn the walls and ceilings.

EXCALIBUR – The Excalibur is a medieval-themed castle inspired by King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. Its castle facade and turrets stand out among other properties on the Strip, and the medieval theme even carries through to their Tournament of Kings show where guests can enjoy a feast while watching knights compete in a thrilling spectacle.

 

 

CIRCUS CIRCUS – Circus Circus is a big top-themed hotel that encapsulates the circus with its free daily circus acts, a Carnival Midway and amusement rides at the Adventuredome. It’s the perfect place to bring out the kid in everyone!

 

 

TREASURE ISLAND (TI) – TI’s theme is inspired by the classic novel Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. This Caribbean-themed hotel features a replica of a pirate ship that was once part of an original pirate show called Battle of Buccaneer Bay, and then the Sirens of TI. The pirate show no longer operates but the ship offers a great place to take photos.

 

MGM GRAND – MGM Grand is a Hollywood-themed hotel covered in emerald green glass (like the emerald city in the classic movie, The Wizard of OZ) and guarded by the Metro Goldwyn Mayer lion (the one that roars at the start of MGM movies). In 1996, the hotel underwent a major renovation that changed its theme to an Art Deco style inspired by Hollywood’s golden age; a theme that reflects its connection to the MGM film studio and its legacy of producing some of the most memorable movies in history.

COMING SOON: HARD ROCK – The Mirage, a Polynesian-themed hotel, will be replaced with the Hard Rock Hotel which will feature a guitar-shaped tower to go with its music theme. The resort will also feature music memorabilia, including concert outfits and guitars that once belonged to a number of musical rockstars.

Over the years, there have been rumors that some of the themed hotels were going to be destroyed and replaced with newer opulent mega-resorts, like Resorts World. Thankfully these were just rumors and the themed hotels remain. The next time you visit Las Vegas be sure to check out these amazing themed hotels. Not a fan of themes? You can always book a stay at one of the city’s other amazing resorts.