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Vegas Happenings

September 25, 2023 by lvd0zias

Las Vegas is constantly changing. Keep up to date with some of these recently announced changes:

OCTOBER HAPPENINGS

STATION CASINOS LAUNCHES NEW APP
Station Casinos has officially launched a new app called STN Mobile. The new app allows guests to check this account status, redeem offers directly from their phone, find their favorite games, link to games of their choice, and receive jackpot alerts. The app also allows guests to easily access other Station Casinos apps like STN Charms, STN Cash, Marker Trax, and STN Sports. Guests who download the new app receive 10,000 bonus points which can be used for things like free slot play and cash; and those guests who download the app and login by October 31 also have the chance to win up to $10,000 in free slot play.

USHER TO HEADLINE 2024 SUPER BOWL HALFTIME SHOW
Grammy-winning artist Usher will perform at Las Vegas Allegiant Stadium during the Super Bowl LVIII halftime show presented by Apple Music. “It’s an honor of a lifetime to finally check a Super Bowl performance off my bucket list. I can’t wait to bring the world a show unlike anything else they’ve seen from me before,” Usher said in a statement. “Thank you to the fans and everyone who made this opportunity happen. I’ll see you real soon.” Usher has been performing his vast collection of R&B hits at his most recent Las Vegas residency. The Super Bowl will air on CBS on February 11, 2024.

FONTAINEBLEAU SETS OPENING DATE
Fontainebleau will officially open its doors on Wednesday, December 13. In anticipation of the opening, the property has opened reservations for those looking to book a stay at the property. Reservations can be made online on their website. Construction on the 67-story Fontainebleau Las Vegas began in 2007 amid the U.S. real estate bubble and was expected to open in October 2009, but work stopped when it went bankrupt during the Great Recession. The property changed ownership hands multiple times – Marriott International bought the property in 2018 and rebranded it “The Drew” before Fontainebleau Development bought it back in 2021. The property is currently hiring over 6,000 workers ahead of the December opening.

VENETIAN UNVEILS NEW HIGH-LIMIT GAMING LOUNGE
A new high-limit gaming lounge debuts on the Palazzo casino floor at The Venetian this fall. The gaming lounge will span 15,000 square feet and include two distinctive curated spaces, one dedicated to table games (18 tables, including baccarat, blackjack, roulette, Ultimate Texas Hold’em, and craps) and the other to high-end popular slots (67 slots with some games offering jackpots exceeding $2 million). The lounge will also include a bar, cashiers, restrooms, and private casino host access. Self-pay will be available on all games for expedited jackpot payments.

VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS UNVEIL NEW STREAMING PLATFORM
The Vegas Golden Knights unveiled details about the team’s new streaming platform – KnightTime+ – that will make 69 regular-season games for the 2023/24 season, plus the first round of playoffs, available online. A full season pass will cost $69.99 while individual games can be purchased for $6.99 each. The team’s six preseason games will be available on the platform as a free trial. Streaming games on KnightTime+ will only be available in the Golden Knights’ broadcast territory. KnightTime+ can be found on iOS, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV and Roku.

CHICAGO-STYLE PORTILLO’S LOOKING TO EXPANDS TO VEGAS
Portillo’s, the fast-casual chain that serves Chicago-style hot dogs, beef and sausage sandwiches, pastas and shakes, is looking to expand to Las Vegas. Exact details on when or where a new location could open have not been shared. Portillo’s currently has 77 full-scale restaurants in 10 states, including six in the metro Phoenix area and two in Southern California.

GORDON RAMSAY-THEMED RAGE ROOM OPENING DOWNTOWN
Fans of Gordon Ramsay can experience the iconic chef in a new way when a themed rage room opens in downtown Las Vegas on September 30. The rage room is themed after the hit show “Kitchen Nightmares” and allows fans to “smash away their aggravation with Kitchen Nightmares-branded bats, small kitchen appliances, rolling pins, liquor bottles, vases and more”. While demolishing dinner plates and glasses, Ramsay’s voice “explodes throughout the experience, encouraging maximum breakage”. In addition to the rage room, fans can throw chefs’ knives at a bullseye – similar to traditional axe-throwing.

PIRATE-THEMED BAR OPENING IN ARTS DISTRICT
A new pirate-themed bar is opening in the Arts District in October. The Stray Pirate Tropical Cocktails & Effects will transport guests to a “thrilling undersea world where their ship came to rest on the sea floor”. Award-winning bartender Christopher Gutierrez will be at the helm of operations and cocktail creations, bringing his talents seen across many downtown locations, including Oak & Ivy, Corduroy, and Atomic Liquors.

WYNN & ENCORE UPDATE PARKING POLICY
Effective September 27, Wynn & Encore reinstated self-parking fees for non-resort guests. The daily parking fee is $20 per day with the first four hours free. Valet parking is $40 per day. Self-parking remains complimentary for registered guests and Wynn Rewards members in certain tiers.

CHERI ROOFTOP LOUNGE OPENING AT PARIS
This fall, Chéri Rooftop Lounge launches in the former Château Nightclub at Paris Las Vegas. The lounge will be nestled beneath the curving base of the replica Eiffel Tower and will feature a garden-themed terrace of more than 9,000 square feet. Chéri will also feature a lounge, an antique spiral staircase, chandeliers, plush banquettes, French wines and creative cocktails, and nightly entertainment. The lounge will be open nightly at 8 p.m.

TOURNAMENT OF KINGS: ‘TWAS THE KNIGHT
The popular holiday tradition “Tournament of Kings: ‘Twas the Knight” will return to Excalibur Hotel & Casino this holiday season for another winter wonderland themed celebration. Performances will run from November 22 to December 25. Get your tickets now. 

BOURBON ST. PARADE
Bourbon St. Parade, the high-energy bar experience paying homage to the rich history, culture, music and spirit of New Orleans, has announced it will open on the Las Vegas Strip this fall. The first-of-its-kind destination will feature all-day, every-day live New Orleans music, a cocktail program deeply rooted in NOLA heritage and a lively, “come-as-you-are” atmosphere celebrating New Orleans’ beloved traditions.

ENCHANT CHRISTMAS RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS BALLPARK
Enchant Christmas returns to the Las Vegas valley with an all-new light maze adventure, Santa’s Magic Time Piece, where guests can wander the World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze, searching for the missing pieces of Santa’s Magic Timepiece in order to save Christmas! Also new this year, Enchant Christmas is asking people to submit their best holiday song renditions — originals or covers — for a chance to win cash and a chance to record the song professionally! (Submissions accepted September 26 through October 31) The immersive experience will fill the Las Vegas Ballpark with joyful seasonal celebrations and decorations from November 24 to December 31.

SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS

ZOO STATION: A U2:UV EXPERIENCE
Zoo Station: A U2:UV Experience launches at the Venetian on September 28. Zoo Station is a 12,000 square foot interactive exhibit that includes a retrospective of Anton Corbijn’s photography and videos, a pop-up shop with exclusive merchandise, and a Zoo TV Cinema — an intimate theater where films, including rare and unreleased concert footage, will screen daily. The exhibit is intended to serve as a central destination and hub for fans where they can view exclusive U2 content and immerse themselves in the band’s musical and creative history. The entrance to Zoo Station is located in the Venetian’s Waterfall Atrium and is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission to Zoo Station is free, except for special film screenings in the Zoo TV Cinema.

CELEBRATING 70 YEARS AS THE WEDDING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD
On Sunday, September 3, Las Vegas celebrates their status as the globe’s most desirable wedding location. Vegas was first recognized on September 23, 1953 as the “Wedding Capital of the World” by the London Daily Herald. The special celebration pays tribute to love and marriage as well as the more than 5 million couples who have married in Vegas. It takes place at Caesars Palace and includes brunch, a mass wedding vow renewal and an original vintage Vegas musical production titled “Las Vegas Will You Marry Me”.

BELLAGIO OPENS NEW COCKTAIL CLUB
Bellagio‘s new cocktail club – The Vault – opened August 28 but getting inside isn’t easy. You can’t make a reservation on a website and there’s no markings on the door. Access is by invitation or by checking availability on their Instagram page. The Vault offers specialty cocktails that range in price from $50 to $100, vintage cocktails made with spirits from the mid-1900s, and a variety of foods. The cocktail club is daily open from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. 

COSMOPOLITAN TO END FREE PARKING FOR HOTEL GUESTS
Cosmopolitan is eliminating free self-parking for casino guests. Beginning September 20, the luxury resort will begin charging parking fees for most overnight guests (they ended free self-parking for non-hotel guests in June 2021). The Cosmopolitan’s website states “registered hotel guests are subject to applicable self-parking rates for stays that begin on or after 9/20/23”. The website also indicates that Identity Rewards members at the Sterling or above status will continue to receive free self-parking. When the MGM Rewards program is implemented at the Cosmopolitan on February 1, 2024, MGM Rewards members at the Pearl or above status will qualify for free self-parking.

LISA VANDERPUMP OPENING A THIRD RESTAURANT IN VEGAS
Lisa Vanderpump’s premiere eatery, Vanderpump Cocktail Garden, is located at Caesars Palace and her second hotspot, Vanderpump à Paris, is located at Paris Las Vegas. The former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star’s newest restaurant will be located inside the Flamingo. Renderings of the restaurant show an elegant space with plush pink banquettes, golden tables, tiered chandeliers in pale green, golden sculpted palms, hanging flora, a front bar faced in glowing pink, and a back bar formed from golden Palladian arches and from marble in black, gold and green. The space will also feature flamingos in homage to the property.

PETER LUGER STEAKHOUSE OPENING THIS FALL
Last year Caesars Entertainment announced that Peter Luger Steakhouse would make its first American foray outside of New York. Now, the 135-year-old restaurant is expected to open at Caesars Palace in October and bring its flagship dry-aged porterhouse to the Vegas Strip for the first time. Peter Luger will boast classic furnishings with wooden floors, leather-upholstered chairs, soft pendant lighting, and wooden and metallic textures on the ceiling. The style aims to evoke the Brooklyn location’s Bavarian beer hall aesthetic with exposed brick and industrial windows. The 8,700-square-foot restaurant will be located near Mr. Chow and promises to incorporate the same old-world sensibilities that made Peter Luger a classic. The steakhouse is accepting reservations in advance of their fall opening.

RESORTS WORLD ADDING CO-OP FROSE & EATERY
Resorts World is opening the latest location of the fast-growing Co-op Frosé & Eatery which features a twist on a Las Vegas staple – the frozen alcoholic beverage – by offering frozen wine, along with an upscale breakfast and lunch menu. The shop will offer about eight to 10 frosés at a time from a rotating seasonal menu of 50 flavors and will also serve creative sandwiches, offer bottled rosé in partnership with Tarpon Cellars of Napa Valley, and supply slushies to room service. Co-op Frosé & Eatery will also have a kiosk on the resort’s casino floor and an Airstream trailer offering its frozen wine at the Resorts World pool.

CIRCUS CIRCUS ADVENTUREDOME CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Circus Circus celebrated the 30th anniversary of its Adventuredome. According to a media release, the five-acre Las Vegas Strip amusement park welcomed its first guests on August 23, 1993, and has since welcomed more than a million visitors a year. Over the last three decades, the park has continuously evolved with new rides, games and entertainment offerings. In celebration of the milestone anniversary, Circus Circus is offering lower prices across all its entertainment offerings through Labor Day.

POPSTROKE GOLF EXPERIENCE COMING TO LAS VEGAS
PopStroke, which is partnered with Tiger Woods and Taylormade, is set to open in Las Vegas in Q1 2024 and will feature two 18-hole putting greens, a two-story restaurant, multiple bars and an outdoor beer garden with games like corn hole and foosball. Located on 3 acres, PopStroke will be located in Town Square on the corner of South Drive and South Main Street. This will be PopStroke’s first spot in Nevada.

SPHERE ENTERTAINMENT PROPOSES LONG-TERM AGREEMENT WITH NV ENERGY
Sphere Entertainment Company announced that it has proposed a long-term agreement to maximize renewable power for Sphere in Las Vegas, and has submitted a 25-year agreement with NV Energy. If the agreement is approved by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada, it will provide the highest amount of dedicated solar power available to Sphere. As part of the agreement, Sphere is maximizing the amount of green power serving the venue but using a renewable and battery storage resource that is being developed by NV Energy. The Sphere was designed for high standards of sustainability and to minimize energy consumption – the venue’s LED screens use the most energy-efficient lighting available today and the venue’s heating and cooling system avoids wasteful reheating. Sphere Entertainment estimates that approximately 70 percent of its power will be from dedicated solar and battery resources.

NEVADA TESTING NEW “TICKET IN, BONUS OUT” GAMBLING MACHINE TECHNOLOGY
Gold Country Inn & Casino in Elko, Nevada is launching a trial of a new gambling machine ticket technology developed by Acres Technology called “ticket in, bonus out,” or TIBO. With the traditional “ticket in, ticket out” (TITO), a customer puts money into a machine and receives a ticket upon cash out that can be put into another machine or redeemed at the cage. With TIBO, the system predicts when the customer is close to the end of their session and then prints a ticket that gives them bonus spins. TIBO can be personalized in any way a casino sees fit to offer all sorts of rewards and play incentives. The system is being hyped as a way to generate more revenue for casinos.

AUGUST HAPPENINGS

OPENING DATE SET FOR DURANGO RESORT
Station Casinos announced it has set an opening date for its new property in the southwest Las Vegas Valley. Durango Casino & Resort will open its doors on Monday, November 20. Durango Resort will offer tourists and locals an exceptional gaming experience, personalized hospitality, premier restaurants, and convenient access along the I-215. The resort will feature over 200 hotel rooms, convention and meeting spaces, a resort pool with cabanas, outdoor social areas, 15 restaurants, including four signature outlets and a food hall, and free parking. 

THE COSMOPOLITAN SET TO JOIN MGM REWARDS LOYALTY PROGRAM FEBRUARY 1, 2024
MGM Resorts announced that the Cosmopolitan will transition from its Identity loyalty program to the MGM Rewards loyalty program beginning February 1, 2024. Identity members will receive communications prior to the integration with detailed information about the transition to MGM Rewards. Until the transition, Identity members may continue to play and earn with Identity and their earnings will be recognized when determining their MGM Rewards Tier Status in 2024.  Beginning in February 2024, all MGM Rewards members will have the ability to earn and use MGM Rewards Points, Slot Dollars and Tier Credits across their experiences at the Cosmopolitan, including the resort’s incredible array of accommodations, dining, entertainment, slots and table games.

SWINGERS CRAZY GOLF COMING TO LAS VEGAS STRIP
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 in 2024. 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.

WHATABURGER COMING TO LAS VEGAS STRIP
Texas favorite Whataburger is bringing their delicious food to the Las Vegas Strip this fall. According to the restaurant chain, The two-story restaurant will be located next to Parry’s Pizzeria & Taphouse − also set to open this fall − adjoining the Waldorf Astoria hotel and will be open 24/7. The restaurant will mark the burger chain’s entry to its 15th state.

VENETIAN AND PALAZZO TO END FREE PARKING
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, which includes the Venetian, Palazzo and Venetian Convention & Expo Center, confirmed that all three locations will end free self-parking later this summer. Complimentary self-parking will be available for members of the resort’s Grazie Rewards program at the premier level and above, and complimentary valet parking will remain available for rewards members at the elite level and above.

MGM AND MARRIOTT LINK LOYALTY PROGRAMS
MGM Resorts International and Marriott announced a partnership to link their loyalty programs. Under the deal, MGM guests in the United States can earn Marriott Bonvoy rewards points and Bonvoy members can in turn have access to 17 MGM properties when they spend their points. The partnership seeks to capitalize on frequent or business travelers who can be fiercely loyal to certain hotel brands in an effort to rack up rewards. Those loyalty programs drive business and help differentiate competitors at a time when travel is continuing to rebound from the pandemic. Bonvoy has more than 180 million members. Currently, if Bonvoy members want to use their reward points for a stay on the Las Vegas Strip, their only hotel option is the Cosmopolitan which MGM bought in 2022. However, when the new partnership launches this fall, Bonvoy members will be able to redeem their rewards at 12 additional resorts on the Strip and five more MGM resorts nationwide.

NEW OWNERS RESTORE SIEGFRIED & ROY’S FORMER HOME
The family who bought Siegfried Fischbacher and Roy Horn’s original Las Vegas home are putting in as much as $1 million in renovations and furnishings. George Carden and his son, Brett, paid $3 million for the home and have no plans to turn the 2-acre estate into an overnight rental but instead are focusing on renting it out for weddings, corporate gatherings, celebrations and other events. They would like to open the home for tours if possible. Known as the “Jungle Palace”, the Valley Drive home served as Siegfried and Roy’s residence when they performed at The Mirage from 1990 to 2003 and kept many animals on-site. The Jungle Palace main home was built in 1954 and measures 8,750 square feet. It has two bedrooms, two full baths, two partial baths and an indoor Jacuzzi. The site also has three guest houses ranging from 1,600 square feet to 1,900 square feet and three pools. The property has water features throughout, skylights, a bird sanctuary and animal enclosures.

PENN & TELLER EXTENDED AT RIO THROUGH 2026
Penn & Teller’s long-running show at the Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas has once again been extended. According to a news release, Dreamscape has extended the legendary magic and comedy duo’s show through the end of 2026. Penn & Teller have been performing at the Rio for nearly 23 years making their “record-breaking Las Vegas show the current longest-running headliners in Las Vegas history”.

ARISTOCRAT GAMING BRINGING NFL-THEMED SLOTS TO VEGAS
Aristocrat Gaming will debut NFL-licensed, league-themed slot machines on casino floors this fall which will provide slot players with the ability to engage with their favorite NFL teams. And, football isn’t the only sport on Aristocrat’s radar. The Australian-based manufacturer — which has an office in Summerlin — has also entered into a sponsorship deal with the Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix, as the official slot machines of the November event. The multiyear sponsorship will grant Aristocrat a private hospitality suite and presence at the race, through signage and potential activations.

‘ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING’ ESCAPE ROOM COMING TO THE STRIP
Hulu’s hit series ‘Only Murders in the Building’ stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez – a trio of amateur sleuths who binge true crime podcasts. To mark the release of Season 3, Hulu is sponsoring a limited-time escape room experience in Las Vegas in association with The Escape Game. Fans can take part in their own episode of Only Murders escape game on August 18 – 20, 2023 at The Escape Game Las Vegas in the Caesars Palace Forum Shops. There will also be an online version of the experience for those unable to make it to Vegas.

OSCAR’S STEAKHOUSE NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
Effective July 4, Oscar’s Steakhouse, located inside the Plaza Hotel & Casino, is open 7 days a week from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Named after former mob attorney and city of Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Oscar’s is an award-winning steakhouse that offers a unique Las Vegas dining experience thanks to its classic ambiance, memorabilia displays, handcrafted cocktails and delicious menu featuring diverse cuts of beef and classic seafood options.

MIRAGE TIGERS HAVE BEEN RELOCATED
After more than 30 years as an attraction at The Mirage Secret Garden, the exotic cats once owned by longtime Las Vegas performers Siegfried & Roy have been relocated to two sanctuaries in Oregon and Texas. WildCat Ridge Sanctuary in Scotts Mills, Oregon and In-Sync Exotics in Wylie, Texas now house the cats where they will continue to receive the same quality of care they received at The Secret Garden. The closure of The Secret Garden was announced as part of the transition of The Mirage to new ownership under Hard Rock International.

FASHION SHOW MALL’S GREEN INITIATIVES
The Fashion Show Mall’s green initiatives include reliance on solar energy, examining its water usage and establishing a new fleet of electric vehicles. In 2016 the mall installed 3,600 rooftop solar panels that produce about 11% of the power used by the mall annually. In June, the mall purchased its first electric vehicle to be used for security. The Hyundai Kona will charge overnight at one of the mall’s 10 charging stations, which were installed in 2019. The mall is also looking at its water usage which is roughly 80 million gallons of water per year, and is considering the option of using recycled graywater for the air conditioning system; however, this is not a certainty at this point.

BEST COMEDY SHOW ON WHEELS
Get ready to laugh all night with Smiley Joe Wiley and the crew in a comfortable 25 passenger luxury motor coach fully equipped with lights, music and entertainment. Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are provided and all shows are customized to be clean, spicy or adult. Shows are Monday through Sunday at 7 p.m. The experience is 90 minutes. Pick up is located at MGM Grand Hotel.

JULY HAPPENINGS

DREAMSCAPE PARTNERING WITH WORLD-RENOWED ARCHITECTS TO RENOVATE THE RIO
Dreamscape Companies is partnering with four world-renown architectural and design partners – Fettle, Gianpiero Gaglione Interior Design (GGID), Lifescapes International and Marnell Architecture – to renovate the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Dreamscape’s multi-year redevelopment of the resort includes a full refresh of the 2,500 guest rooms, casino, convention space and poolside amenities, and will also include the design of several new food and beverage concepts.

MICHAEL JACKSON ONE BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL CELEBRATING 10 YEARS
Michael Jackson ONE debuted at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on June 29, 2013, and after 10 years and more than 4000 performances, the show is one of the best-selling shows in Vegas. The dedication to craft that defined Michael Jackson’s career is apparent in every aspect of the show, from monumental songs and dance, to groundbreaking music videos, to his unmistakable influence on the world of fashion. With an electrifying fusion of acrobatics, dance, and visuals that embody the showmanship of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson ONE continues to astound and inspire visitors from around the world.

BEATLES LOVE BY CIRQUE DE SOLEIL TO CONTINUE THROUGH 2024
Cirque du Soleil announced that their production The Beatles LOVE will continue to perform at Mirage Hotel & Casino through at least 2024. The show is continuing through a partnership with Hard Rock International which will be transforming the Mirage property into a Hard Rock resort. The Beatles LOVE performs Tuesday through Saturday at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Tickets for performances in 2024 will be on sale in the coming weeks. 

AREA15 OPENS NEW ARCADE BAR
Area15 has added another bar to its 20-acre complex – Asylum Bar + Arcade features a mix of 32 classic and new arcade games, 12 pinball machines and four pool tables. The new venue matches the theme of Area15’s other neon, blacklight bars with brightly-colored murals and lighting, but is unique in that Asylum allows guests under 21 daily on the bar’s first floor from opening until 9 p.m. The bar’s second floor is only accessible for guests of legal drinking age. Asylum plans to host a lineup of local DJs and video gaming meet-ups for tourists and locals to enjoy. Asylum is open Sunday through Thursday from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m., and Friday and Saturday from 12 p.m. to 2 a.m.

NEW HOTEL NEAR ALLEGIANT STADIUM GETS GREEN LIGHT
A new hotel project located just south of Allegiant Stadium has received the green light from Clark County commissioners. Nuance Las Vegas from New Angle Development will be located at the corner of Polaris and Quail avenues, and will include a 19-story hotel tower with 340 rooms, a restaurant, a day spa, a ballroom and a convention hall. Levels 2 through 5 will include the parking garage with 521 spaces. A dining area and cigar bar will be located on Level 9, and a rooftop bar with a kitchen will be on the 19th floor. The hotel will not feature any gaming or entertainment.

RESORTS WORLD LOOKING TO ADD A CONVENTION CENTER
Officials with Resort World Las Vegas have submitted plans to add a convention center to the property. The convention center would be located on the westside of S. Las Vegas Boulevard, E. Sammy Davis Jr. Drive and the north side of Genting Boulevard.

MGM RESORTS LAUNCHES NEW STREAMING/VIDEO/PHOTO POLICY
MGM Resorts has rolled out a new Streaming/Video/Photo policy that attempts to strike a balance between people capturing content and infringing on the gameplay or privacy of fellow players. The new policy provides certain allowances for table game players – people can text if it doesn’t hold up the action, briefly talk on their phone if they are not part of the current round, and take pictures of their own hands. Content creators will also be able to stream the gameplay if they get approval to do so beforehand. Patrons will still not be allowed to leave a device on the gaming table for an extended time period or take pictures of staff, gaming equipment and fellow players.

NEVADA GOVERNOR SIGNS OAKLAND ATHLETICS STADIUM BILL INTO LAW
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has signed a bill establishing $380 million in public funding which will go toward the new stadium for MLB’S Oakland Athletics in Las Vegas. The team will now begin the process of applying for relocation. The Athletics reached a binding agreement with Bally’s Corporation, along with Gaming and Leisure Properties (GLPI), to build a stadium on Las Vegas Boulevard and Tropicana Avenue. The new ballpark is expected to accommodate nearly 30,000 fans and bring in 2.5 million spectators annually. A formal signing ceremony will be announced in Las Vegas in the coming weeks.

DAILY HOTEL ROOM CLEANINGS
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo signed a bill making pandemic-era daily hotel room cleanings no longer required. Cleaning standards will return to the way they were prior to the pandemic.

DINO SAFARI: A WALK THRU ADVENTURE 
Din Safari is a dinosaur-filled experience where you can get up-close-and-personal with larger-than-life animatronic dinosaurs and the most fascinating, fan-favorite prehistoric inhabitants. It’s located at the Horseshoe on the lower level next to The Cabinet of Curiosities. Hours are Monday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets start at $22.

HYPROV AT HARRAH’S 
A new production “Hyprov: Improv Under Hypnosis” opened for previews at Harrah’s. Created and hosted by “Who’s Line is it Anyway?” star Colin Mocherie and master hypnotist Asad Mecci, HYPROV! is a combination of hypnotic suggestion and chaotic improv that’ll have you laughing out loud for the entire show. Each show is completely unique, which means that you’ll experience new jokes, situations, and laughs every time you visit. Tickets start at $35.

RESTAURANT NEWS
Award-winning chef Bobby Flay is introducing a new French concept at Caesars Palace in late 2023. BRASSERIE B by Bobby Flay will offer delicious and distinct French-inspired dishes for brunch, lunch and dinner.

FLANKER KITCHEN & SPORTS BAR opened at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on June 10. The third iteration of Carver Road Hospitality’s acclaimed Flanker brand, the 8,445-square-foot restaurant and bar offers a dynamic new viewing experience for sports fans.

GUY FIERI’S CHICKEN GUY! is now open inside the Forum Food Hall at Caesars Palace. The restaurant features chicken tenders brined in fresh lemon juice, pickle brine and buttermilk and infused with fresh herbs. Guests can also order grilled or fried chicken — in sandwiches, straight-up on skewers or in meal-size salad bowls. Chicken Guy! is open daily from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 4 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Chicken Guy! is the fourth restaurant Fieri has opened with Caesars Entertainment in Vegas.

GUY FIERI’S FLAVORTOWN SPORTS KITCHEN is now open at the Horseshoe Las Vegas. Guests can enjoy Guy’s iconic and delicious food at Flavortown Sports Kitchen while watching their favorite team. The venue sports more than 30 TVs, including a 32-foot video wall, and a decorative wall made of reclaimed wood flooring from a basketball court. For a unique viewing experience, visitors may enjoy the MVP lounge with two leather couches and two LED screens for group gatherings. Located next to the Caesars Sportsbook desk at the Horseshoe Las Vegas, Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Sports Kitchen is open Sunday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to midnight.

JUNE HAPPENINGS

FINAL THREE MIRAGE DOLPHINS RELOCATED
The last three Atlantic bottlenose dolphins (Huf-N-Puf, Coco & Lady Ace) from Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat at the Mirage have been relocated to Coral World Ocean Park’s Sea Sanctuary in St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The sanctuary is a first-of-its-kind ocean habitat that offers nearly two acres of swim space and specially designed areas for animal healthcare. Before The Mirage dolphins arrived, Coral World already had seven dolphins in its sanctuary. Three additional dolphins (Karli, Sofi & Osborne) were relocated to SeaWorld in February when the Mirage’s Dolphin Habitat closed after Hard Rock purchased the property from MGM Resorts International.

EA SPORTS ANNOUNCES F1 23 GAME
EA Sports is releasing it’s F1 23 driving simulation game on June 16. The new game will include the new Las Vegas Grand Prix circuit and will offer players the first opportunity to virtually race at the Las Vegas circuit ahead of the inaugural Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix 2023 in November. A recently released trailer for the game shows the Strip from a flying vantage point, and that the names of the Strip’s famous hotels have been changed – Bellagio is the Hotel Nevada and Caesars Palace is the Plaza Hotel.

STRANGER THINGS STORE IN VEGAS
Netflix has brought “The Upside Down” to Las Vegas with the opening of Stranger Things: The Official Store on May 26. The Official Store features exclusive merchandise and interactive photo opportunities – fans of the show can explore recreations of “Stranger Things” locations, such as Joyce Byer’s house, the Starcourt Mall and Vecna’s attic; get up close to a Demogorgon; or play games at the Palace Arcade. The store is located inside the Showcase Mall on the Strip, and is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

INSPIRADA CASINO & RESORT APPROVED
A new casino and resort has been given the go-ahead in Henderson, following unanimous approval from Henderson City Council. The plans for the Inspirada project include 80,000 square feet of casino space, 600 hotel rooms, four restaurants, a food court, a bowling alley, and a movie theater. In addition, planners are working with city staff to identify trail connections to the property. The new resort will create 1,700 permanent jobs and generate an estimated $479.1 million in economic benefits to the surrounding community.

CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT PLANNING A NEW ICASINO APP
Caesars Entertainment announced plans to launch a standalone iCasino app in the third quarter this year. The app will have increased game content, new proprietary offerings and real-time marketing capabilities. A title for the new program has not been shared, but company officials indicated that it would be separate from its Caesars Sportsbook app.

VEGAS LOOP TO BE EXPANDED
Clark County Commissioners approved an expansion of the Vegas Loop – an underground tunnel system beneath Las Vegas that shuttles passengers via Tesla vehicles. The expansion will add 25 miles to the network and allow for 18 new stations that extend the tunnel network out from the Las Vegas Strip corridor. The proposed expansion would increase the underground transport system to 65 miles of tunnels underneath Sin City, helping people reach more casinos, retail zones, the University of Nevada Las Vegas campus and residential areas.

OAKLAND ATHLETICS CHANGE PLANS
After re-evaluating their financial circumstances, the Oakland A’s have reached a new binding agreement with Bally’s Corporation to build a $1.5 billion stadium on the current site of the Tropicana Las Vegas casino. The deal would reportedly see the Tropicana demolished to allow the A’s to construct a 30,000-seat stadium. Bally’s would construct a 1,500-room hotel and casino across from the stadium, separate from the ballpark. This new agreement reportedly undoes the “binding” agreement the A’s previously announced where the club was to purchase 49 acres of land near the Strip from Red Rock Resorts. Why are the A’s changing course? The A’s struggled to get a proposal in front of the Nevada legislature to approve a tax bill that would give the team a $500 million tax credit. This new deal will reportedly see the $500 million tax bill reduced to $395 million. While the site and scope of the Athletics’ stadium plans are changing, their timeline still has them breaking ground in 2024, with a planned opening date in 2027 or 2028.

PARADOX MUSEUM OPENING
The Paradox Museum – the world’s most extraordinary collection of mind-twisting and eye-tricking exhibits, where nothing makes sense, but everything is real – opens on the Las Vegas Strip in June. The 11,000-square-foot destination includes 90 engaging exhibits combining the fun of exploring brain-bending illusions with the science of paradoxes. The museum is located at 3767 S Las Vegas Blvd.

RESTAURANT NEWS
The BELLAGIO DINNER BUFFET is back. The buffet will be open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. A special culinary experience called “The Italian Grill” is planned for each Wednesday evening that includes a selection of Italian specialties, including Pistachio-Crusted Lamb, Rosemary Brisket and an all-you-can-drink package featuring house wine and draft beer.

The PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESTAURANT & BAR inside the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace has closed after nearly 30 years on the Strip. The restaurant initially opened in the Forum Shops in 1994. In 2012, it relocated into a 9,200-square-foot space on the mall’s third floor. The restaurant was known for its casual dining and the celebrity memorabilia that covered the walls.

The famous late-night and early-morning Las Vegas diner, the PEPPERMILL RESTAURANT & FIRESIDE LOUNGE, returns to 24-hour on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays on June 1. Following the all-hours weekends, Monday through Thursday, it will resume its normal hours of 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. The restaurant stops seating an hour before closing, so get there before 10 p.m. if you want a table Monday through Thursday. At 50 years old, the Peppermill is an icon on the Las Vegas Strip, known for its appearances in movies like “Casino,” and its immaculate vintage Vegas neon interior.

Liberace, the bedazzled pianist, was not only a great showman but a good chef too. He founded the restaurant, TIVOLI GARDENS, on May 16, 1983. Tivoli Gardens was known for Liberace’s international cuisine, its star-patterned lights, piano-fashioned and British pub-styled bars and mirrored walls. The restaurant was sold in 1986, shut down in 2011 but is reopening at its original location at 1775 East Tropicana. The opening coincides with events recognizing Liberace’s 104th birthday.

DONUT BAR in downtown Las Vegas is closing its doors after seven years. The shop was known for tasty creations, including The Homer and the Grilled Cheese Donut, and was named the best donut shop in Nevada by Travelocity in 2018. Donut Bar officials said Carl’s Donuts will be taking over the space.

MAY HAPPENINGS

OAKLAND ATHLETICS PURCHASE LAND FOR STADIUM IN VEGAS
The Oakland Athletics have begun the process of moving to Las Vegas. Team president Dave Kaval confirmed that the Athletics have signed a binding purchase agreement for a piece of land near the Las Vegas Strip to build a new baseball stadium with the intention of relocating to the city. While the agreement covers only the land — a 49-acre plot one mile north of Allegiant Stadium and one mile west of T-Mobile Arena at Dean Martin Drive and Tropicana Avenue owned by Red Rock Resorts — the club intends to build a $1.5-billion, 35,000-seat stadium with a partially retractable roof. The club intends to open the new stadium in Las Vegas in time for the 2027 season. The move which has been endorsed by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred will be the first relocation by an MLB team since the Montreal Expos moved to Washington, D.C. in 2005. Las Vegas will be the fourth city to host the Athletics, which began as the Philadelphia Athletics in 1901, before moving to Kansas City in 1955 and Oakland in 1968.

CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT ADDING HOTEL TOWER TO PARIS LAS VEGAS
Caesars Entertainment has unveiled plans to renovate the Jubilee Tower at Horseshoe Las Vegas and integrate it into Paris Las Vegas with a new name, Versailles Tower. An investment exceeding $100 million, the Versailles Tower will feature a new exterior and interior, 756 redesigned luxury guestrooms and a pedestrian bridge connecting the Versailles Tower to the existing Paris resort. The enhanced rooms in the Versailles Tower at Paris Las Vegas are expected to be complete in late 2023 with the pedestrian bridge to follow in early 2024.

DOWNTOWN ROCKS FREE CONCERT SERIES RETURNS TO FREMONT STREET
Fremont Street Experience, the six-block entertainment district located in historic downtown Las Vegas, is ready to rock the heart of downtown this summer with the return of its epic free concert series, Downtown Rocks. This year’s Downtown Rocks lineup is filled with legendary fan favorite bands, including Smash Mouth, Soulja Boy, The All-American Rejects, Gin Blossoms and so many more. Show dates are May 28; June 3, 17, 24; July 1 & 15; September 2, 16, 23 and October 28.

CATHEDRALE OPENS AT ARIA
Cathédrale Restaurant honors the legacy and DNA of the original Cathédrale, located in New York City. Cathédrale’s elemental, ingredient-driven menu, helmed by Tao Group Hospitality’s Chief Culinary Officer Ralph Scamardella and created by Executive Chef Jason Hall features coastal cuisine influenced by the regions of France, Spain, Italy and Greece. Each dish is carefully crafted and presented with the utmost attention to detail, ensuring that every element of your meal is a delight to the senses. Stimulate your senses at Cathédrale, which features mesmerizing architecture and design details to admire while you enjoy your meal. Cathédrale opened May 1.

GOLDEN MONKEY TIKI LOUNGE OPENED AT RESORTS WORLD
The Golden Monkey Tiki Lounge provides a modern take on the classic Tiki bar concept and transports guests to an elevated retreat filled with vibrant colors and playful décor as they enjoy island-inspired cocktails such as the Jungle Bird, Scorpion, and photo-worthy punch bowls. The stunning venue also features golden monkey statues that sit perched above the bar. The Golden Monkey Tiki Lounge replaced the Genting Palace Lounge.

APRIL HAPPENINGS

NEW ATTRACTION – PLAY PLAYGROUND
Somewhere between climbing trees and climbing the corporate ladder, we forgot how important it is to play. So the Luxor is bringing play back. Come jump into a 13,000 square-foot immersive wonderland of games and attractions. Meet, drink and compete with your friends in more than 20 colossal games that make you feel like you are inside your own game show. Family friendly by day. Adults only by night. PLAY PLAYGROUND is for anyone and everyone who wants to have a good time. It’s perfect for birthday parties, bachelorettes and company outings.

NEW EATS
LUKES LOBSTER first opened its doors in NYC in 2009 and is now bringing their Maine lobster rolls to The Park next to New York-New York beginning on April 13. Lukes Lobster will operate from a custom-crafted shack made from a shipping container.

WAHLBURGERS has arrived at the Shoppes at Mandalay Place, replacing the former Burger Bar. This is Wahlburgers second Las Vegas location – the first location is in the Grand Bazaar Shops at Horseshoe. The menu includes their signature burgers inspired by family recipes.

NEW NAMES
The Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino has been renamed BAKKT THEATER in a partnership with the cryptocurrency company founded in 2018. According to the news release, the collaboration between Caesars and Bakkt includes plans to allow Caesars Rewards members the ability to redeem their Rewards Credits through Bakkt Crypto Rewards, pending regulatory approval. No upgrades or renovations to the theater have been outlined in the new partnership. Over the past decade, Zappos Theater, and before that Axis Theater, has hosted headliners Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, Backstreet Boys, Shania Twain, Pitbull, Gwen Stefani and John Legend. Keith Urban and Miranda Lambert are currently performing at the theater.

The Mirage recently announced that their new comedy series, CENTER STAGE COMEDY, will replace Aces of Comedy. Comedy headliners such as Jim Jefferies and Wayne Brady will help kick-off this new chapter at the Mirage.

DISCOSHOW COMING TO LINQ HOTEL
Spiegelworld, the producer of “Absinthe”, announced that construction is underway on the Glitterloft Theater – the home of its next Las Vegas Strip production – “DiscoShow” – which will premiere in the summer of 2024 at the LINQ. The theater will include a transformative live entertainment space, bars and a diner. “DiscoShow” is based on “Disco Demolition Night,” a 1979 promotion by a Chicago rock radio announcer, Steve Dahl, who encouraged rock fans to turn up to Comiskey Park to add their disco vinyl records to a pile that he would blow up between White Sox games. After the stunt, thousands of people stormed the field and a riot ensued, ruining the field and fueling a backlash against dance music.

BELLAGIO TRANSFORMING SPA TOWER ROOMS & SUITES
Bellagio Resort and Casino revealed details about the $110 million transformation of the 819 guest rooms and 104 suites within its luxurious Spa Tower. The Spa Tower suites will feature sophisticated design elements, custom furnishings and art influenced by high Italian style and couture, and color palettes that draw inspiration from the natural vibrancy of Lake Como and the Alps. The Spa Tower guest rooms will mirror the Bellagio Tower’s recently redesigned rooms. The transformation is slated for completion in October, with the first collection of rooms available for guest stays beginning in July.

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL LAUNCHES MGM RICHES
MGM Resorts International launched MGM Riches, the companies’ first custom slot experience that can be played both online via BetMGM and as a traditional slot game at MGM Resorts properties throughout the U.S. MGM Riches is a multi-denomination, multi-level progressive slot game offering players two themes – ‘MGM Riches Triple Ruby’ and ‘MGM Riches 5x Sapphire.’ Both Triple Ruby and 5x Sapphire include fixed symbol multipliers, a free spin bonus that can multiply winning combinations up to 10X or award a jackpot, and symbol-triggered progressives. MGM Rewards and BetMGM Rewards loyalty members can earn Tier Credits with each spin.

STATION CASINOS LAUNCH STN CHARMS
Station Casinos announced the debut of STN Charms, an all-new non-fungible token (NFT) casino loyalty rewards program available at all its properties starting March 31. STN Charms provide guests with a new and innovative way to enhance their gaming experience with approachable and personalized NFT Charms that level up in luck as guests win. With multiple ways to earn Charms, guests can collect them all. New Charms will drop each month, and each Charm is distinguished in three ways: by category (lucky penny, shamrock, horseshoe, panda), by one of five rarities determined by their scarcity (common, uncommon, rare, epic, and legendary) and by luck level, which is the value associated with the guest’s winnings while the Charm is active on the slot machine. The STN Charms website will enable players to view their Charms and even buy, sell or browse from a catalog. All Station loyalty members are automatically enrolled and receive the debut shamrock Charm, an NFT displayed on the slot machine’s service window when a player cards in.

NEW SPOT FOR PICTURE PERFECT VEGAS PHOTOS
The city of Las Vegas and the parent company of The STRAT opened an elevated, concrete observation deck at the 80-foot Gateway Arches in the North Strip. The platform offers visitors a safe place to take photos without the danger of being hit by a car. The platform fits approximately two dozen people at one time. The city’s public works department is able to surveil the deck in real time over video, and will help maintain the deck as they do other public property.

MARCH HAPPENINGS

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL CELEBRATES 30 YEARS IN LAS VEGAS
In 2023, the world-renowned entertainment group, Cirque Du Soleil, celebrates significant milestone anniversaries for three of its Las Vegas resident productions: Michael Jackson ONE at Mandalay Bay marks 10 years in June; “O” at Bellagio celebrates 25 years in October; and Mystère at Treasure Island, the show that started it all, commemorates 30 years in December.

PROPER EATS FOOD HALL NOW OPEN AT ARIA
Proper Eats Food Hall is now open on the promenade level of ARIA Resort & Casino. Offerings include Judy Joo’s Seoul Bird, Wexler’s Deli, Shalom Y’all, Egghead, Temaki, Easy Donuts, Proper Bar and Laughing Buddha.

COSMOPOLITAN DIVE IN MOVIES
Beginning on May 22 through to September 11, The Cosmopolitan will show movies on their 65-foot digital marquee from their rooftop pool. The movies will be shown every Monday with doors opening at 7 p.m. and the movie starting at 8 p.m. General admission for the movies is $15 ($10 for locals) with complimentary admission for hotel guests, loyalty club members, first responders and military members. To see the movie schedule or purchase tickets, visit The Cosmopolitan website.

BOTTLED BLONDE COMING TO THE VEGAS STRIP
One of the nation’s top nightlife companies, Arizona-based Evening Entertainment Group (EEG), is bringing Bottled Blonde to the Las Vegas Strip. The standalone, 25,000-square-feet, $50M entertainment venue will span 4-stories and feature a full-service restaurant and open-air rooftop lounge. It will be a hub for sports, entertainment and nightlife, and exclusive to this location, Bottled Blonde Las Vegas will also boast Zuluma, an all-new concept tucked into the third floor. Bottled Blonde will open in late 2024 at the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road, next to the Horseshoe and directly across from the Bellagio. Blake Shelton and Ryman Group’s Ole Red will serve as Bottled Blonde’s neighbor.

CAESARS INTRODUCES REWARDS TRAVEL BUNDLE
Caesars Entertainment introduced the Caesars Rewards Travel Bundle which enables guests to bundle their vacations, including airfare, in one package. Customers can purchase their flight and hotel accommodations on Caesars.com or through the company’s call center. Platform users earn Caesars Rewards credits which can be used across its North American portfolio or online with the Caesars Sportsbook and iCasino apps. The bundling platform currently only offers commercial air and hotel room booking in Las Vegas. Later this year, it’s expected to expand to other U.S. properties. It’s also expected to add the ability for guests to reserve a rental car, make OpenTable dining reservations, buy Ticketmaster tickets, and book travel insurance, pool reservations, sportsbook reservations and more. The bundling service is available to anyone but Caesars Rewards program members will receive exclusive discounts.

LAS VEGAS APPROVES F1® PLAN TO SHUT STRIP FOR RACE UNTIL 2032
Formula 1® will light up the Las Vegas Strip November 18 as it hosts a street race around the centre of the city with part of the track incorporating the iconic Strip. The 3.8-mile, 50-lap race will take place at night on a stretch of the Las Vegas Boulevard between Spring Mountain Road and Harmon Avenue. Construction is underway on a building at the intersection of Harmon and Koval Lane that will form the pit and paddock area for the race. An initial three-year contract was signed for the race in Las Vegas, but officials have since approved a plan to host the Formula 1 grand prix for the next 10 years. Las Vegas plans to retain its late-season slot moving forward, hosting the event the week prior to the Thanksgiving holiday in November from 2023 through to 2032.

FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS

YEAR-ROUND HORROR EXPERIENCE COMING TO VEGAS
Universal Parks & Resorts, the creators of Halloween Horror Nights – the world’s most popular global Halloween event – is bringing a brand-new permanent entertainment experience to Las Vegas. This original concept will bring to life Universal’s vast library of classic horror films and today’s most terrifying tales. With a variety of unique, immersive, fantastic horror-centric experiences that surround high energy food and beverage spaces by day turned haunting bars and eateries by night, the new concept marks the first time Universal has created a permanent horror experience beyond its theme parks. It will deliver on the thrills and frights its horror fans have come to love and excite anyone looking for a new level of experiential entertainment. The space will also feature a continuously updated experience, must see seasonal events, and one-of-a-kind merchandise. Universal’s new horror experience will be the anchor tenant in a new 20-acre expansion of Las Vegas’ immersive AREA15 entertainment district that opened in September 2020. As plans take shape, more details about the concept will be shared along with the opening date. 

GUY FIERI’S SPORTS KITCHEN COMING TO HORSESHOE
Savory food and the ultimate sports-viewing venue are coming to Horseshoe Las Vegas. Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Sports Kitchen opens this summer in the former Burger Brasserie space as part of the resort’s ongoing brand transformation. The restaurant will be a prime destination for guests to watch sporting events while enjoying Fieri’s signature American-style cuisine and bold flavors. Designed by Aria Group Architects, the funky and inviting interior will feature relaxed seating for up to 279, vividly colored murals, a colossal, 360-degree island bar with decorative liquor displays and enough LED screens to satisfy any sports fanatic. For a unique viewing experience or a private event, guests may enjoy a more intimate space in the MVP lounge on game day or for a special occasion.

Other new offerings at Horseshoe include Jack Binion’s Steak, the ARCADE at Horseshoe, the World Series of Poker Hall of Fame® Poker Room, new games throughout a refreshed casino floor, and the new Caesars Sportsbook ticket counter. Horseshoe Las Vegas will continue to welcome additional developments, including a renovated exterior.

WYNN LIVING WELL PROGRAM DEBUTS
Wynn Las Vegas unveils Wynn Living Well, a program that offers guests curated health and wellness experiences at the resort. Designed with flexibility and fun in mind, Wynn Living Well provides a wide range of activities that inject a sense of well-being into each visit. The Wynn Living Well program focuses on three health and wellness pillars: Renew – Promotes relaxation. Options range from a CBD-infused massage or skin-revitalizing facial at the Wynn or Encore spas, to a relaxing caviar-infused scalp treatment at the Wynn or Encore salons. Guests will be further renewed by the retreat-inspired accommodations, featuring premium linens and convenient amenities. Replenish – Provides nourishment to support physical, mental and spiritual wellness. Options include hydration and vitamin IV drip therapies, and aromatherapy massages and oxygen-infused facials at the Wynn and Encore spas. In addition, special Wynn Living Well menus highlight nutritious culinary and drink offerings. Re-energize – Promotes fitness for all fitness levels. Options include an immersive SoulCycle class, a round of golf at Wynn Golf Club, or the chance to stretch, strengthen or reset with a yoga class at the refreshed Fitness Centers at Wynn and Encore. Guests can also partake in Amanda Kloots’ in-room workout videos or book a one-on-one treatment session with a TB12 Body Coach. Co-founded by Tom Brady and his Body Coach Alex Guerrero, TB12 emphasizes muscle recovery and injury prevention through a holistic approach to pliability, nutrition, hydration, movement, and mental fitness to achieve longevity and pain-free living.

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Las Vegas Show Tickets

September 17, 2023 by lvd0zias

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 in 2023.

SEPTEMBER 2023

CHRIS DISTEFANO
Chris Distefano is bringing his Right Intention, Wrong Move Tour to the Cosmopolitan on September 30. Chris has performed at all the top comedy clubs across New York City, has been heard on Sirius XM radio, is a regular on MTV2’s “Guy Code”, and has participated in Comedy Central’s “Comics to Watch” showcase as part of the New York Comedy Festival. Tickets for Chris Distefano start at $63. Buy tickets.

OCTOBER 2023

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 from October to November 4. Adele will also be releasing a taped special of her show for everyone that can’t make it to Vegas to see her perform live. 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.

LADY GAGA JAZZ & PIANO
Academy Award, Golden Globe and 13-time GRAMMY Award-winning superstar Lady Gaga returns to the Park MGM with her beloved, critically acclaimed LADY GAGA: JAZZ & PIANO show on October 1, 4 & 5. The show is a mix of Gaga’s hits and jazz standards from such legends as Frank Sinatra, Dinah Washington and Sarah Vaughn, and also includes rearranged Gaga staples “Paparazzi” and “Poker Face”. Lady Gaga is a one-of-a kind artist and performer. She has amassed an outstanding 30 million global album sales and 150 million single sales, making her one of the best-selling musicians of all time. Buy tickets.

U2:UV ACHTUNG BABY LIVE
Don’t miss your chance to see U2, the world’s biggest rock band, at the Sphere, the world’s most exciting all-new state-of-the-art venue. U2 appears at the Sphere October 5, 7, 8, 11, 13, 14, 18, 20, 21, 25, 27 & 28; November 1, 3 & 4; and December 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15 & 16. Few bands in rock music history have reached the level of superstardom of Dublin-based band U2. Due to a winning combination of innovative, ever-evolving songwriting, spectacular live shows, and front-man Bono’s penchant for political/humanitarian endeavors, U2 have managed to remain an A-list act since emerging onto the music scene with their debut album “Boy” in 1980. With phenomenal album sales (every album they’ve released since 1987’s The Joshua Tree has hit Billboard’s number one spot), a plethora of hit singles (“New Years Day”, “Sunday Bloody Sunday”, “Pride”, “I Still haven’t Found What I’m looking For”, “With or Without You” and so many more) U2 have established themselves as the premier rock band of the 1980s and far beyond. Their sound has evolved from post-punk, to arena rock, to blues-inspired rock, to electronic/techno pop and back again. Buy tickets.

KENNY LOGGINS
Soft rock superstar Kenny Loggins is performing at the Palms Casino Resort for one night only on October 6. Kenny got his start writing songs for other local bands, eventually forming his own group Loggins and Messina. By the early 80s Kenny grew into his own as a solo artist and producer with hits like “What a Fool Believes” and “This is It.” He also became a go-to artist for soundtracks, most famously for “I’m Alright” in Caddyshack, the title song for Footloose, and “Danger Zone” and “Playing With the Boys” in Top Gun. With recent forays into country and children’s music, Kenny continues to breathe new life into his music. Tickets for Kenny Loggins start at $73. Buy tickets.

COMEDIAN SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO
Announced on the heels of his highly-anticipated new Netflix special Sebastian Maniscalco: Is It Me?, world-renowned comedian and Wynn Las Vegas headliner Sebastian Maniscalco has added additional performances to his Sebastian Maniscalco, Live In Las Vegas run at the Wynn. Dates include October 6 & 7; January 13 & 14; March 15 & 16; and May 25 & 26.  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 $75. Buy tickets.

JACKSON BROWNE
American rock musician, singer & songwriter Jackson Browne appears at the Venetian Resort on October 6, 7, 11, 13 & 14. Jackson Browne has written and performed some of the most literate and moving songs in popular music and has defined a genre of songwriting charged with honesty, emotion and personal politics. Since 1972 he has released fourteen studio albums, four collections of live performances, two “best of” compilations, two DVDs and several single recordings. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004 and the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame in 2007. Jackson’s newest studio album “Downhill From Everywhere” was released in July 2021 and GRAMMY nominated for Best Americana Album. Tickets for Jackson Browne start at $50. Buy tickets.

P!NK
P!NK is coming to Allegiant Stadium for one show only on October 7. Since her debut in 2000, P!NK has released six studio albums, 1 greatest hits album, sold over 42 million albums, over 75 million singles, over 2.4 million DVDs worldwide and has had 15 singles in the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart (four at #1). In addition, she is the recipient of three Grammy Awards, one Daytime Emmy Award, three Billboard Music Awards, six MTV Video Music Awards, two MTV Europe Awards, two People’s Choice Awards and was named Billboard’s Woman of the Year in 2013. The first single, “What About Us” from her highly anticipated seventh studio album, Beautiful Trauma” has over 100 million streams worldwide and hit #1 on iTunes in 26 markets, Top 5 in 36 markets and Top 10 in 48 markets on the day of release. Tickets for P!NK start at $37. Buy tickets.

CHRISTINA P.
Stand-up comedian & podcaster Christina P. appears at the Venetian for one night only on October 7. Her one hour stand-up special about the realities of motherhood and getting older, Christina P: Mother Inferior, premiered in 2017 on Netflix to rave reviews. Christina P’s hugely successful podcast “Your Mom’s House” which she hosts with her husband, comedian Tom Segura, is a top-rated comedy podcast on iTunes. Tickets for Christina P. start at $43. Buy tickets.

ALICE IN CHAINS
Rock band Alice in Chains is performing at the Bakkt Theater inside the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino for one night only on October 10. In 2007, band members Jerry Cantrell, Mike Inez, and Sean Kinney recruited frontman William DuVall to join the group to go on tour. Next came a new album, 2009’s “Black Gives Way To Blue,” which received glowing reviews and entered The Billboard 200 at No. 5. In 2013, the band released another album, this time reaching No. 2 on The Billboard 200. The only Alice In Chains album to chart higher was 1995’s self-titled set — the band’s last with original frontman, Layne Staley — which reached No. 1. Tickets for Alice in Chains start at $79. Buy tickets.

USHER HEADLINING LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY
Global megastar and eight-time GRAMMY® Award-winner Usher has announced the final dates for his headlining residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM – October 11, 13, 14, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, 28; November 3, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 22, 24, 25, 29; and December 1 & 2. Custom-designed for the expansive Dolby Live stage and presented in partnership by Live Nation and MGM Resorts International, the show gives audiences an extraordinary immersive experience with extravagant costumes and state-of-the-art technology in lighting, video and special effects. The exclusive, only-in-Vegas spectacular is packed with an impressive repertoire of smash hits spanning the multi-talented showman’s 20-year career, including “Yeah,” “U Remind Me,” “My Boo,” “Love In This Club,” “OMG” and “You Make Me Wanna…” The show incorporates audience interaction and staging throughout the 5,200-seat entertainment venue, where every guest has an up close and personal experience with the superstar. Tickets for Usher start at $250. Buy tickets.

CHEAP TRICK
Rock titans Cheap Trick perform at the Palms for one night only on October 12. More than four decades after their debut, Cheap Trick continue to possess the same energy and flair that made them an arena rock staple in the ’70s. The band has enjoyed an unbroken run ever since their formation in 1973, and it’s easy to see why — their chemistry on stage is undeniable and they clearly have a blast as they treat fans to nostalgic performances of classics like “Surrender” and “The Flame”. Tickets for Cheap Trick start at $41. Buy tickets.

BABYFACE
R&B artist Babyface performs at the Palms for one night only on October 13. Babyface has written and produced over 26 number one R&B hits throughout his career and won 12 Grammy Awards. He was a guitartist 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. Tickets for Babyface start at $60. Buy tickets.

ROMEO SANTOS
GRAMMY-nominated Romeo Santos appears at T-Mobile Arena on October 13. Romeo is the American-born king of the danceably melodramatic Dominican style known as Bachata which is characterized by the suave interplay of slinky nylon-stringed guitar and smooth percussion. Romeo has created an irrepressible solo presence since leaving the remarkably successful Bachata boy band Aventura in 2011. Romeo’s hits include “Propuesta Indecente”, “Eres Mia” and “Imitadora”. Tickets for Romeo Santos start at $78. Buy tickets.

SHINEDOWN WITH PAPA ROACH & SPIRITBOX
Shinedown is bringing their Revolutions Live Tour, with special guests Papa Roach & Spiritbox, to the MGM Grand on October 13. American rock band, Shinedown, formed by singer Brent Smith, has released seven studio albums: Leave a Whisper (2003), Us and Them (2005), The Sound of Madness (2008), Amaryllis (2012), Threat to Survival (2015), Attention Attention (2018), and Planet Zero (2022). They have the most number one singles on the Billboard Mainstream Rock charts with 18, and all of their released singles have reached the top 5 on the chart. Additionally, on June 3, 2021, Shinedown was ranked #1 by Billboard on the Greatest of All Time Mainstreams Rock Artists chart released to celebrate the Mainstream Rock Chart’s 40th Anniversary. To date, the band has sold more than 10 million records worldwide. Tickets for Shinedown start at $66. Buy tickets.

CHRISTOPHER CROSS
The leader of the yacht rock phenomenon Christopher Cross performs at the Palms for one night only on October 15. Christopher Cross made history when his self-titled album was released in 1980. The album featured the international hits “Sailing”, “Run Like the Wind” and “Never Be The Same”, and won five Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist. Since his stellar debut into the music business, Cross continues recording and touring across the nation. He has released multiple albums and continues to contribute to film and TV soundtracks. Tickets for Christopher Cross start at $32. Buy tickets.

EARTH, WIND & FIRE
Legendary band Earth, Wind & Fire is performing nine shows at the Venetian from October 20 to November 4. From the mystical elements of their name, to their profound and lasting influence on contemporary pop music, to their litany of hits spanning the latter decades of the 20th century, Earth, Wind & Fire have achieved status beyond the merely mortal. Even with the passing of founder and lead vocalist Maurice White in 2016 the group lives on, bringing their uplifting, body-moving blend of R&B, funk, disco, pop, and jazz to several generations of fans. Their stage show features sophisticated group choreography, stunning instrumental interplay, and eye-popping visuals. You very well might not sit down. Tickets for Earth, Wind & Fire start at $122. Buy tickets.

BILLY IDOL
Rock icon Billy Idol is performing at the Cosmopolitan on October 20, 21, 25, 27 & 28. An early architect of punk rock’s sound, style, and fury, Billy Idol is a true rock’n’roll icon who has left an indelible mark in popular music and remained a household name for over three decades. He has sold 40 million albums while scoring numerous platinum albums worldwide, nine top forty singles in the US and 10 in the UK. Hit singles include ‘Dancing With Myself’, ‘Hot In The City’, ‘Eyes Without A Face’, ‘Rebel Yell’, ‘Mony Mony’, and arguably his most famed song ‘White Wedding’. Billy also recently announced that he will be the pregame performer for Super Bowl LVIII. Tickets for Billy Idol start at $72. Buy tickets.

WU-TANG CLAN & NAS
Wu-Tang Clan & Nas are bringing their NY State of Mind Tour to the MGM Grand on October 21. Considered by many to be the greatest hip-hop group of all time, Wu-Tang Clan have been touring since their debut record — Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) — came out in 1993. The now triple-platinum release vaulted the New York City group with songs like “C.R.E.A.M.” (Cash Rules Everything Around Me) and “Protect Ya Neck”. As a group, Wu-Tang Clan have three platinum albums among their eight LPs, and the group’s complete anthology (including solo albums) has more than 85 full-length releases. Tickets for Wu-Tang Clan & Nas start at $53. Buy tickets.

THE O-JAYS
Music legends The O’Jays bring their Last Stop on the Love Train The Final Tour to the Palms on October 22. Formed in Ohio in 1958, The O’Jays experienced moderate success throughout the ’60s with a string of minor hits but finally got their big break in the early ’70s after signing to Philadelphia International for their platinum-selling 1972 single “Back Stabbers”. The song established them as a key player in the Philadelphia soul movement, a funk-infused brand of soul that pioneered many of the elements later adopted by disco. A string of hits would follow throughout the ’70s, including No. 1 smash “Love Train”, creating a legacy the band continues to honor today with their spirited performances on tour. Tickets to The O-Jays start at $41. Buy tickets.

FRANKIE VALLI 
Frankie Valli is returning to the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino for an unforgettable residency that you won’t want to miss! Performance dates in 2023 are October 26 & 27, and 2024 dates are January 12, 13 & 14, April 4, 5 & 6, July 4, 5 & 6, and October 24, 25 & 26. Rising to fame in the ‘60s, Frankie Valli is still going strong 50 years later. With The Four Seasons, Valli had 29 hit singles that reached the Top 40 and as a solo artist he added a further nine Top 40 hits. In 1978 Frankie performed the title track to the iconic film “Grease” which became a favorite all over the world. Tickets for Frankie Valli start at $55. Buy tickets.

JONAS BROTHERS: ONE NIGHT. FIVE ALBUMS. 
The Jonas Brothers will be performing all five of their albums at the MGM Grand on October 27. They have sold a combined 20 million units worldwide, earned over 40 Gold and Platinum record certifications, and won dozens of awards across the globe, including an American Music Award. They released their highly anticipated fifth album “Happiness Begins” in 2019. Tickets for the Jonas Brothers start at $70. Buy tickets.

ILIZA SHLESINGER
Comedian Iliza Shlesinger returns to the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas with her Hard Feelings Tour on October 27 & 28. In 2019, she premiered her 5th Netflix stand up special, UnVeiled, which delves into her journey of getting married. Her past specials include War Paint, Freezing Hot, Confirmed Kills, and Elder Millennial. Her first book, Girl Logic: The Genius and the Absurdity, is a subversively funny collection of essays and observations of a confident woman’s approach to friendship, singlehood, and relationships. Her new podcast AIA: Ask Iliza Anything offers up her unique perspective to listeners, answering their questions on virtually any topic. Tickets for Iliza Shlesinger start at $55. Buy tickets.

ED SHEERAN
Ed Sheeran’s concert at Allegiant Stadium was rescheduled to October 28. Soulful British singer/songwriter Sheeran played his first club gig in New York City in early 2012, and by the summer of 2013 tickets for his first headlining concert at New York’s Madison Garden sold out in just three minutes. Sheeran’s take on acoustic-based folk is updated with hip hop influenced hooks and beats. His debut album, “+”, hit No. 5 on the US album chart. Sheeran, who’s also written songs for Taylor Swift and One Direction, played for hundreds of thousands of American fans in 2013 as the opening act on Swift’s RED Tour. Tickets for Ed Sheeran start at $39. Buy tickets.

SZA
Up-and-coming alt R&B chanteuse SZA is bringing her SOS Tour to the T-Mobile Arena on October 28. Generating significant buzz with her silky voice, fresh beats, and mesmerizing performances, SZA, aka Solana Rowe, truly sizzles on ethereal, ominously beautiful tracks like “Babylon” and “Warm Winds”. She may be young, but there’s nothing novice about her – from her striking visual presentation to her deliciously raspy voice, SZA has all the markings of a star in the making. Tickets for SZA start at $139. Buy tickets.

ROB ZOMBIE & ALICE COOPER: HALLOWEEN HOOTENANNY
The gruesome twosome Rob Zombie & Alice Cooper are joining forces for Halloween Hootenanny at Planet Hollywood on October 28. Tickets for Halloween Hootenanny start at $64. Buy tickets.

TRAVIS SCOTT
Rapper Travis Scott is bringing his Utopia Tour to the MGM Grand on October 29. Scott became an instant hit in the rap world after making his live debut at 2013’s SXSW. Two years later he set out on his first tour in support of debut album “Rodeo” and also opened for The Weeknd. Between his 2nd tour, Birds Eye View, he opened for Rihanna and then for Kendrick Lamar. In 2018, after touring behind his album “Astroworld”, he launched his music festival of the same name. To date, Scott has performed over 250 concerts. Tickets for Travis Scott start at $149. Buy tickets.

NOVEMBER 2023

KYLIE MINOGUE
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter & pop sensation Kylie Minogue headlines at Voltaire at the Venetian, the newest nightlife venue in Las Vegas. Residency dates include November & December 2023; and January, March, April & May 2024. Minogue has sold over 80 million records worldwide. “Australia’s Queen of Pop” is also the highest-selling female artist in the country’s history. After a series of pop hits in the ‘80s, Minogue reinvented herself on albums like Impossible Princess (1997) and her dance-pop masterpiece Fever (2001), which included the Billboard Hot 100 hit “Can’t Get You Out of My Head”. Since 1989, Minogue has embarked on fifteen international concert tours, and has continued her success with 2023’s “Padam Padam”, a global hit that set the stage for Minogue’s next era and sixteenth studio album, Tension (due in September 2023). Buy tickets.

KEITH URBAN LIVE
Hit-maker, TV star, entrepreneur. What can Keith Urban not do, ladies and gentlemen? He’s basically been a walking success since the very beginning and he has 18 No.1 hits to prove it. Hit songs like “You’ll Think of Me” and “Days Go By” are instant classics, while “Somebody Like You” was named by Billboard as the biggest country hit of the 2000’s. But that’s not all! He was a judge on American Idol and his wife, maybe you’ve heard of her, is Nicole Kidman. Some guys have all the luck. Keith Urban Live is at the Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood on November 1, 3, 4, 10, 11, 15, 17 & 18. Tickets for Keith Urban start at $104. Buy tickets.

COMEDIAN BILL MAHER
Comedian, actor and television host Bill Maher will perform two shows inside the David Copperfield Theater at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino. Maher will bring his unflinching honesty and hilarious comedy to Las Vegas November 3 & 4. For more than 25 years, Bill Maher has set the boundaries of where funny, political talk goes on American television with performances including “Politically Incorrect” (Comedy Central, ABC, 1993 – 2002) and “Real Time with Bill Maher” (HBO 2003 – present). Maher has been recognized with numerous Emmy nominations for “Real Time with Bill Maher” and “Politically Incorrect” as well as several of his 12 solo HBO stand-up specials. His most recent special, “#Adulting,” aired in Spring 2022. Tickets for Bill Maher start at $102. Buy tickets.

GHOST FILES LIVE
Experience the excitement of ghost hunting with the ghoul boys at a special screening of a never-before-seen episode of Ghost Files at the Luxor on November 4. The screening will be followed by an exclusive Q&A session with the hosts themselves Ryan Bergara and Shane Madej. Prepare to have your burning questions answered as the hosts take the stage to share behind-the-scenes stories, discuss their most memorable investigations, and maybe even talk to a ghost or two. Tickets for Ghost Files Live start at $47. Buy tickets.

LOVERBOY
Canadian rock band Loverboy is performing at the Palms for one night only on November 4. Loverboy’s self-titled album debuted in 1980 and eventually sold more than two million copies in the U.S. Throughout the 80s, Loverboy accumulated numerous hit songs in Canada and the United States, earning four multi-Platinum albums. Loverboy’s hit singles — particularly “Turn Me Loose” and “Working for the Weekend” — have become arena rock staples. Tickets for Loverboy start at $41. Buy tickets.

DOJA CAT
GRAMMY Award-winning global superstar Doja Cat with special guest Doechii brings her Scarlet Tour to the T-Mobile Arena on November 3. Doja Cat self-released a spacey soul-meets-rap cut called “So High” in 2013. By the end of 2014, she was signed to RCA and dropped her debut EP, Purrr!. Doja Cat’s songs slowly crept into the mainstream as her approach became more polished. Her 2018 full-length Amala zeroed in on a winning combination of unabashed sexuality and unrestrained creativity, while 2019’s Hot Pink album, with guest spots by Tyga, Gucci Mane and Smino, showcased an artist whose skill for smart, often hilarious rhyme-spitting had grown in lockstep with her ability to craft unique pop songs powered by hooky melodies. Tickets for Doja Cat start at $69. Buy tickets.

DARYL HALL
Daryl Hall and the Daryl’s House Band with special guest Todd Rundgren perform at the Venetian for one night only on November 8. As one-half of legendary hitmakers Hall & Oates, Daryl Hall became the voice behind some of the most iconic pop hits of the ‘70s and ‘80s. Blending R&B, soul, and new wave influences to fabulous effect, classics like “Maneater” and “I Can’t Go for That (No Can Do)” established Hall as one of the best voices of his generation, as beloved for his pipes as for his catchy songwriting. Hall made his solo debut with 1980’s “Sacred Songs”, a moderate success in comparison to his work with John Oates. Over the years, Hall released several more solo albums while continuing to record and perform with John Oates. Tickets for Daryl Hall start at $73. Buy tickets.

TRACY MORGAN
Tracy Morgan’s Birthday Weekend Celebration is at the Palms on November 9. Tracy Morgan is one of the most well-respected comedians and actors in his field. Known for starring on seven seasons of NBC’s Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning 30 Rock, Morgan received an Emmy Nomination in the Supporting Actor category for his work on the show and was nominated multiple years for the Supporting Actor NAACP Image Award. Morgan has appeared in TV shows, including Saturday Night Live, and several movies and stand-up comedy specials. Morgan released his first book in 2009, “I Am the New Black”, a compilation of studied anecdotes and some of the more serious moments that shaped him and his career. Tickets for Tracy Morgan’s Birthday Weekend Celebration start at $64. Buy tickets.

COMEDIAN NATE BARGATZE 
Due to high demand, beloved comedians Nate Bargatze and Taylor Tomlinson have announced additional dates for February 2023 following their already-sold-out scheduled appearances at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas. Wynn Las Vegas resident headliner Nate Bargatze will perform his Be Funny Tour at the Encore Theater on November 10 & 11. Tickets for Nate Bargatze start at $50. Buy tickets.

REO SPEEDWAGON
REO Speedwagon is performing at the Venetian on November 10 & 11. REO Speedwagon achieved success following a chance meeting between founding members Neal Doughty and Alan Gratzer, who were college students at the University of Illinois in 1966.They chose the band’s moniker from the REO Speed Wagon, a flatbed truck Doughty had learned of in history class, with the initials of its founder, Ransom E. Olds. Constant gigging helped them gain a strong foothold as a live act, but it wasn’t until 1970, upon Gary Richrath’s inclusion, that the band gained vast regional popularity. 1971 saw them sign with Epic, a relationship that stood through 14 releases, 40 million records and 13 Top 40 hits. The band’s 1980 opus, Hi Infidelity, included four US Top 40 hits and sold over ten million copies, including the No. 1 single “Keep On Loving You.” 1982’s Good Trouble and 1984’s Wheels are Turnin, which included the No. 1 hit “Can’t Fight This Feeling,” kept the band in the limelight until the late 1980s. Tickets to REO Speedwagon start at $41. Buy tickets.

COMEDIAN JAY LENO
Renowned stand-up comedian and talk show host, Jay Leno, returns to the Wynn for one exclusive performance on November 12. The highly-anticipated performance gives long-time fans a chance to see the Emmy-winning comedy legend in an intimate setting. 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 $48. Buy tickets.

BILL BURR
Emmy and Grammy nominated comedian, Bill Burr, appears at the Dolby Live Theater inside Park MGM on November 17. Bill is one of the top comedic voices of his generation achieving success in TV and film as well as on stage, and Bill’s Monday Morning Podcast is one of the most downloaded comedy podcasts. Bill is nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Actor In A Short Form Comedy Or Drama Series for his Roku Channel series, Bill Burr Presents: Immoral Compass, which is free to stream online. Bill recently shot the film, Old Dads, which he co-wrote, directed and will star in alongside Bobby Cannavale and Bokeem Woodbine. Bill starred opposite Pete Davidson and Marisa Tomei in the Judd Apatow film, The King of Staten Island, and was seen in the Hugh Jackman film, The Front Runner; the Mark Wahlberg and Will Ferrell film, Daddy’s Home; the Paul Feig film, The Heat; and in the Al Pacino and Christopher Walken film, Stand Up Guys. Bill received raves for his recurring role as “Kuby” on the hit AMC-TV show, Breaking Bad. Tickets to Bill Burr start at $63. Buy tickets.

HARD ROCK CAFE VEGAS RACE WATCH PARTY
Watch the most anticipated race of the year (November 18) at the Hard Rock Cafe on their 20′ LED Wall and TVs with surround sound! Please note that the live race does not go past the Hard Rock Cafe. This event is to watch the race on the big screen only. The ticket package includes an Open Bar with select liquors, beer and wine for the duration of the race, as well as a chef prepared buffet and seat for viewing the race on the screens. The event is for guests 21 and older. Tickets for the Hard Rock Cafe Vegas Race Watch Party start at $300. Buy tickets.

ENRIQUE IGLESIAS, PITBULL & RICKY MARTIN: THE TRILOGY TOUR
Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull & Ricky Martin are performing at T-Mobile Arena on November 24. A talented singer, songwriter and record producer, Enrique Iglesias is also known by another moniker: the King of Latin Pop. His greatest hits include “I Like It”, “Hero” and the iconic “Bailamos”. Iglesias has won hundreds of awards, including nearly two dozen Billboard Music Awards, three dozen Billboard Latin Music Awards and five Latin Grammy Awards. Pitbull’s pop breakthrough came in 2008, when he released the smash single “I Know You Want Me” – 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. 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” returned him to the Top 10 in 2014. In the ‘90s, Ricky Martin became a global superstar with unforgettable hits like “Livin’ la Vida Loca”, “She Bangs” and “She’s All I Ever Had.” Widely credited with helping introduce global audiences to Latin pop, Martin has become one of the most decorated artists in the genre with six Grammy Awards, 11 No. 1 songs, and over 70 million albums sold. Tickets for Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull & Ricky Martin start at $133. Buy tickets.

CARRIE UNDERWOOD: REFLECTION – THE LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY
Eight-time GRAMMY® Award-winning superstar Carrie Underwood returns to the Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas with new show dates for the exclusive Las Vegas production, produced by Concerts West/AEG Presents. Show dates include November 29; December 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15 & 16; March 6, 8, 9, 13, 15 & 16; May 22, 25, 26, 29 & 31; June 1; and August 14, 16, 17, 21, 23 & 24. As the first artist to grace the Resorts World Theatre stage, Underwood opened the doors of the 5,000-capacity, world-class theatre with a sold-out premiere on December 1, 2021. Exclusively designed for the state-of-the-art venue, REFLECTION quickly became a must-see show in Las Vegas garnering rave reviews by critics and fans alike and selling out all runs in 2022. Tickets for Carrie Underwood start at $71. Buy tickets.

DECEMBER 2023

ERIKA JAYNE
Erika Jayne’s Las Vegas Residency, Bet It All On Blonde, is coming to the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay on December 1 & 2, 15 & 16. Erika Jayne has a thriving acting and music career. Her first three singles – the techno-inflected electro-pop jam “Roller Coaster”; the Kylie Minogue-esque “Stars”; and the disco-inflected “Give You Everything” – all reached No. 1 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. To date, Jayne has landed nine chart-toppers on the dance charts. Despite her club leanings, Jayne is a versatile performer: “Get It Tonight” features Flo Rida and “Painkillr” sizzles with horns. Tickets for Erika Jayne start at $70. Buy tickets.

DEPECHE MODE
Depeche Mode’s Memento Mori Tour with special guest Young Fathers will stop at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on December 1. Depeche Mode is one of modern music’s most influential groups with album sales in excess of 100 million. As pioneers of the post-punk era and the most popular electronic band of all-time, they continue to draw legions of loyal fans to arenas and stadiums around the world to experience their once-in-a-lifetime performances. Tickets for Depeche Mode start at $306. Buy tickets.

ADAM SANDLER
Adam Sandler brings his I Missed You Tour to Mandalay Bay on December 2. A successful actor, writer, producer, and musician, Sandler has also performed on stage to live audiences on a sold-out tour across the U.S. and Canada. In 2018, 100% Fresh was released on Netflix which was Sandler’s first comedy special in twenty years and filmed during his last concert tour. Beyond his beloved standup, Sandler’s films have grossed over $3 billion worldwide and his films on Netflix have been some of the streamer’s most successful. Buy tickets.

SAM MORRIL
One of the fastest-rising stand-up comics in New York City Sam Morril brings his Class Act Tour to the Wynn on December 2. Morril is a regular on Comedy Central’s “This Week at the Comedy Cellar” and was named one of Comedy Central’s Comics to Watch in 2011. He has performed multiple stand-up sets on late night TV, and has also had stints on Last Comic Standing, America’s Got Talent, and Inside Amy Schumer. Most recently, Morril self-released his stand-up special “Up On The Roof” in which he navigates performing live during COVID. Tickets for Sam Morril start at $46. Buy tickets.

RODNEY CARRINGTON
Comedian, singer, actor and writer Rodney Carrington returns to MGM Grand for six evenings full of laughter on December 7-9 & 14-16. 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 $103. Buy tickets.

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 on December 8 & 9. 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 $75. Buy tickets.

NICK SWARDSON
Comedian, actor, writer & producer, Nick Swardson performs at the Venetian on December 8 & 9. Swardson’s unique comedic view has made him a regular guest on the late show circuit, and he tours regularly with Adam Sandler, David Spade and Rob Schneider. Swardson has starred in several Comedy Central specials, and his first comedy album “Party” was certified Platinum. He was co-creator, co-Executive Producer, co-writer and star of the hit Comedy Central web series “Typical Rick”. He’s been seen on both the small screen and in films, including “The Wrong Missy”. Tickets for Nick Swardson start at $41. Buy tickets.

GARY ALLAN
Country singer Gary Allan appears at the Cosmopolitan for one night only on December 8. Gary Allan, a modern-day outlaw, captivates fans, peers, and critics with his smoldering vocals, rebellious lyrics, and dynamic live shows. Remaining true to his artistic voice, he’s a prominent figure in country music. His latest album, “RUTHLESS”, dropped in June 2021 after an eight-year gap. Allan boasts five #1 country hits, fourteen Top 10 hits, and over 2.8 billion total streams. Entertainment Weekly calls him “dark and dreamy”, Playboy describes him as “soulful and rough around the edges”, and Rolling Stone hails him as a “maverick”. Tickets for Gary Allan start at $27. Buy tickets.

CODY JOHNSON
Chart-topping country star Cody Johnson and special guests Chris Janson & Drew Parker are appearing at the MGM Grand for one night only on December 8. 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 $80. Buy tickets.

CHRIS ISAAK
Platinum-selling and GRAMMY-nominated singer and actor Chris Isaak brings his It’s Almost Christmas Tour to the Palms on December 8. Isaak signed to Warner Bros. in 1984, making his album debut the following year with Silvertone, a moderate success. His self-titled 1986 sophomore album fared similarly, but 1989’s “Heart Shaped World” was a breakout hit, catapulting him to international fame with the steamy single “Wicked Game”. Following a string of popular albums released in the ’90s, Isaak had a successful run hosting his own talk show The Chris Isaak Show from 2001-2004. Tickets for Chris Isaak start at $41. Buy tickets.

CLAY WALKER
Country singer Clay Walker performs at the Palms for one night only on December 9. Walker’s style of country music, influenced by the rhythm and blues that he grew up with, has been immensely popular throughout his career. The country singer has released 11 albums, including a Christmas special and a greatest hits album, with four of his studio albums obtaining platinum certification. Tickets for Clay Walker start at $45. Buy tickets.

STEVE TREVINO
Comedian Steve Treviño is bringing his “America’s Favorite Husband” tour to the MGM Grand for four shows December 10 – 13. 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 $53. Buy tickets.

COMEDY LEGENDS STEVE MARTIN & MARTIN SHORT
Following their sold-out performances in June 2022, legendary comedians Steve Martin and Martin Short will return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas with a two-night engagement. On December 15 & 16, the titans of comedy will bring their “You Won’t Believe What They Look Like Today!” tour back to the intimate venue, allowing audiences to experience the iconic duo’s chemistry and stage presence on a more personal level. Martin and Short will be joined by special guests Steep Canyon Rangers and Jeff Babko for both performances. Martin and Short’s subversive and often self-deprecating humor is a reflection of the friendship they have forged both on- and off-stage for over three decades. The masters of comedy have toured together since 2015 when they launched their first live show, “A Very Stupid Conversation.” The jokes in “You Won’t Believe What They Look Like Today!” come at a rapid-fire pace with little set-up and big punch lines as Martin and Short mock Hollywood and the fickle nature of celebrity, but the comedy truly soars when they lovingly (and relentlessly) roast each other. Tickets for Steve Martin & Martin Short start at $150. Buy tickets.

LEANN RIMES
LeAnn Rimes brings the holiday spirit to the Venetian on December 15 & 16 with her JOY:The Holiday Tour. Rimes is an international multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer and ASCAP award-winning songwriter. She has sold more than 48 million units globally, won 2 Grammy® Awards; 12 Billboard Music Awards; 2 World Music Awards; 3 Academy of Country Music Awards; 2 Country Music Association Awards and one Dove Award. At 14, Rimes won “Best New Artist” making her the youngest solo artist to take home a Grammy® Award, and at 15, she became the first country artist to win “Artist of the Year” at the Billboard Music Awards. Out of the 63 singles she has released throughout her expansive career, LeAnn’s ballad “How Do I Live” holds the record as Billboard’s Hot 100 all-time #1 hit by a female artist and currently ranks #6 on Billboard’s “Greatest of All Time: Hot 100 Songs” list. Tickets for LeAnn Rimes start at $52. Buy tickets.

BRUNO MARS
Fourteen-time Grammy Award-winning superstar Bruno Mars returns to the Park MGM for five shows on December 22, 23, 28, 30 & 31. 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 $295. Buy tickets.

DEREK HOUGH
Derek Hough Symphony of Dance appears at the Palms for one exclusive performance on December 28. From the EMMY® award winning mind of Derek Hough, the live dance show features all new high-energy choreography, stunning stage production, astounding versatility, and Derek’s magnetic stage presence. Fans will journey through a true fusion of dance and music as Derek explores styles ranging from ballroom and tap to salsa and hip-hop and everything in between. Tickets for Derek Hough Symphony of Dance start at $41. Buy tickets.

BLACK EYED PEAS
The GRAMMY® Award-winning Black Eyed Peas take the stage at the Venetian for two exclusive New Year’s Eve weekend performances on December 30 & 31. 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 $147. Buy tickets.

JOHN OLIVER & SETH MEYERS
John Oliver & Seth Meyers perform on New Year’s Eve (December 31) at Caesars Palace. John Oliver is an award-winning writer, comedian, and host of the HBO show Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. After starring in his first stand-up special “John Oliver: Terrifying Times”, John went on to host four seasons of his own stand-up series for Comedy Central, “John Oliver’s New York Stand-Up Show” which featured a handpicked selection of his favorite comedians. Seth Meyers is an EMMY award-winning writer, New York Times bestselling author and host of NBC’s “Late Night with Seth Meyers”. Meyers began his TV career with “Saturday Night Live” where he was a cast member for 13 seasons and served as head writer for nine seasons. In 2019, Meyers released his debut standup special “Lobby Baby” on Netflix. Tickets for John Oliver & Seth Meyers start at $70. Buy tickets.

HARD ROCK CAFE NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
Party like a rock star on New Year’s Eve (December 31) at Hard Rock Live Las Vegas located inside Hard Rock Cafe on the Strip! The celebration will feature a Live Party Band, Open Bar Package with select liquors, beer and wine, Food Stations featuring chef-prepared apps, party favors, and a Champagne Toast at midnight. Guests will enjoy a true party atmosphere on the Strip! Party set up is standing room only with plenty of room to dance the night away on the dance floor, and unparalleled views of the fireworks display at midnight! The event is for guests 21 and older. Tickets for the Hard Rock Cafe New Year’s Eve Party start at $250. All ticket sales are final. Buy tickets.

JANUARY 2024

MIKE EPPS
Actor and comedian Mike Epps appears at the Venetian on January 13 & 14 and May 3 & 4, 2024. Epps has been bringing tears of hilarity to people’s eyes ever since joining the Def Comedy Jam tour in 1995. Known for his hilarious impersonations of stoner life in films like “How High” and “Next Friday”, Epps adds pop culture and current events to his list of targets during his side-splitting stand-up act. Tickets for Mike Epps start at $45. Buy tickets.

CHRIS TUCKER
Chris Tucker’s large and in-charge personality will fill the Encore Theater at the Wynn once again on on January 19 & 20. Chris was Jackie Chan’s sidekick in “Rush Hour”, and his other movies include “Money Talks,” “The Fifth Element” and “Silver Linings Playbook.” Before all the fame from his blockbuster hits, Tucker got his start in stand-up comedy shows. He was a regular on Def Comedy Jam and has done multiple comedy tours around the world. Now he’s here to stake his claim on the Las Vegas comedy scene. Tickets for Chris Tucker start at $64. Buy tickets.

MARCH 2024

MADONNA
Madonna performs at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on March 1 & 2. Madonna launched her debut tour in 1985 — The Virgin Tour — in the United States and Canada. Shortly thereafter, she toured the world for the first time, embarking in 1987 in support of Who’s That Girl. Over the ensuing four decades, Madonna ignited the world with the most controversial and dynamic pop shows ever mounted, selling out nearly every tour in its entirety in seconds. Madonna has performed about 700 shows across 11 concert tours, generating over $1 billion in ticket sales, and is the highest-grossing female touring artist of all time.  Tickets for Madonna start at $75. Buy tickets.

FOREIGNER
Foreigner bids farewell to Vegas in 2024 with their Feels Like the Last Time two-part residency at the Venetian on March 22, 23, 27, 29, 30; April 3, 5 & 6; October 25, 26, 30; and November 1, 2, 6, 8 & 9. With 10 multi-platinum albums and 16 Top 30 hits, Foreigner is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world. Responsible for some of rock and roll’s most enduring anthems, including “Cold As Ice”, “Hot Blooded”, “Waiting For A Girl Like You”, “Feels Like The First Time”, and the worldwide #1 hit “I Want To Know What Love Is”, Foreigner still rocks the charts more than 40 years into the game with massive airplay and continued Billboard Top 200 album success. Tickets for Foreigner start at $45. Buy tickets.

APRIL 2024

B-52s
The B-52s are returning to the Venetian for an exclusive residency on April 12, 13, 17, 19 & 20, 2024. 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.

LUIS MIGUEL
Latin American performer Luis Miguel performs at T-Mobile Arena on April 19, 2024. Undoubtedly one of the most beloved and successful international artists of today, Luis Miguel has been thrilling fans since 1990 with his exceptional live performances and top selling albums. He made musical history by being the only Latin American performer to have two platinum albums in the US, both comprised of beautifully performed, sentimental South American love songs. Miguel is also the winner of three GRAMMY Awards and has 34 platinum records throughout South and Central America. Tickets for Luis Miguel start at $563. Buy tickets.

DECEMBER 2024

GEORGE STRAIT, CHRIS STAPLETON & LITTLE BIG TOWN
Country music superstars George Strait, Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town perform at Allegiant Stadium on December 7, 2024.
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.

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Best Themed Las Vegas Hotels

August 21, 2023 by lvd0zias

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 Las Vegas

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 Hotel and Casino Exterior

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.

NY-NY Las Vegas

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 Hotel and Casino Exterior

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 Las Vegas

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 Las Vegas Exterior

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 Las Vegas

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 Hotel Las Vegas

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 Las Vegas

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.

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Vegas Rewards Programs Are Awesome

July 24, 2023 by lvd0zias

Are you a member of a Vegas rewards or loyalty program? If not, you should be because Vegas rewards programs are awesome! Vegas rewards or loyalty programs are your ticket to free stuff and discounts, saving you money on your trip to Vegas. Since becoming a member of MGM’s loyalty program, MGM Rewards (formerly MLife), we’ve saved hundreds, maybe even thousands, with comps (that’s free stuff) on things such as hotel rooms, food & beverage and gambling. If that statement alone doesn’t convince you that you need to join a Vegas rewards or loyalty program, here’s some additional information to help you better understand how these programs work and their benefits.

Every Vegas Resort & Casino (or group of properties) has a rewards or loyalty program. All MGM Resort properties (Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, Delano, Luxor, Excalibur, New York-New York, Park MGM, Aria, Vdara) on the Las Vegas Strip offer the same rewards program, MGM Rewards. All the Caesars Entertainment properties (Caesars Palace, Horseshoe, Paris, Harrah’s, Flamingo, Planet Hollywood, Cromwell) on the Strip offer Caesars Rewards. Wynn & Encore offer Wynn Rewards. The Venetian and Palazzo offer Grazie Rewards. Resorts World offers Genting Rewards. The STRAT offers True Rewards. Treasure Island offers TI Players Club. Tropicana offers MyChoice. Circus Circus offers Circus Players Club. The Sahara offers Infinity Rewards. The downtown resorts & casinos also have individual rewards and loyalty programs.

Becoming a member of a rewards program is easy. When you enter a Resort & Casino, follow the signs directing you to the Rewards or Loyalty Program desk which is generally shared with the Casino Cage. If you can’t find it, ask a Casino employee and they will point you in the right direction. The Rewards desk will enter your name, address, date of birth and email address into the system (this information will be verified from a piece of government issued ID), and immediately issue you a Rewards card. (Note: you might also be asked to select a PIN for your card that is used on a slot machine when you earn free play.) At some casinos the application process can also be done on a self-serve kiosk.

Once you’re a member, the next step is accumulating points to earn rewards. How do you do that? First, always use your Rewards card when you gamble in the casino. Present it to the dealer when you play a table game and insert it into the appropriate slot when you play a slot machine. (Always remember to take your Rewards card with you when you’re done gambling! If you do leave it behind or lose it, return to the Rewards desk and they can give you a duplicate.) The more you gamble, the more points you earn. Second, dine, shop, take advantage of the amenities, such as the spa, and see a show or two at the Hotel Resort & Casino. All these things earn points, and again, the more you spend at the Resort & Casino, the more points you earn. And typically, loyal members are treated quite well which means you can earn yourself free drinks, free meals, free stays, free show tickets and much more.

So you’ve earned a whole bunch of points, now what? Each rewards or loyalty program offers a number of tiers. The more tier credits or points you earn, the higher your tier. The higher the tier, the better the rewards or comps you earn. As an example, let’s take a look at the tiers offered by MGM Rewards and Caesars Rewards and some of the benefits you can earn with your points.

MGM REWARDS
MGM Rewards has five tiers – Sapphire, Pearl, Gold, Platinum & Noir. All new MGM Rewards members start at the Sapphire tier. To advance to Pearl, you must earn 20,000 points. To advance to Gold, you must earn 75,000 points. Platinum requires 200,000 points and Noir is by invitation only. Unfortunately, MGM doesn’t publish its formula for calculating how much you have to spend on gambling to earn rewards. Instead, MGM states that you’ll earn points based on how long you play, the type of game and the average bet. For dining and hotel stays, you earn 1 MGM Rewards point per $1 spent.

The benefits you earn at each tier level vary and include things such as dedicated reservation lines at restaurants (ALL), discounts at retail shops (ALL), flexible rates when booking a hotel room (ALL), complimentary self-parking (PEARL & HIGHER), priority check-in lines (GOLD & HIGHER), waived resort fees (GOLD & HIGHER), complimentary enhanced room upgrade at check-in (GOLD & HIGHER), and so much more. One thing to note is that in addition to your Tier status benefits, members can unlock new rewards by achieving the required tier credits within the Tier Earning Year (January 1 – December 31). Tier Credits earned from January 1 to December 31 qualify you for your tier beginning February 1. If you advance to a higher tier at any time, you’ll enjoy those benefits for at least one year. For example, if you earn 75,000 points between January 1 and December 31, 2023, you will earn the Gold tier. You will enjoy the Gold benefits for all of 2024 but will need to earn 75,000 points between January 1 and December 31, 2024 to maintain your Gold tier. If you don’t earn 75,000 points in 2024, you will be downgraded to the Pearl tier in 2025.

TIP: myVEGAS is the official mobile app and Facebook game of MGM Resorts and MGM Rewards. This free-to-play app offers an ever-expanding collection of slot and table games and gives you amazing rewards from your favorite MGM Resorts destinations. You can earn free hotel rooms, meals, show tickets, and more which will save you even more on your trip to Vegas.

CAESARS REWARDS
Caesars Rewards has six tiers – Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Diamond Plus, Diamond Elite & Seven Stars. All new Caesars Rewards members start at the Gold tier. To advance to Platinum, you must earn 5,000 points. To advance to Diamond, you must earn 15,000 points. Diamond Plus requires 25,000 points, Diamond Elite requires 75,000 points and Seven Stars is by invitation only. Caesars Rewards generally requires a dollar for dollar spend to earn 1 Reward Credit. In other words you earn 1 Reward Credit for every $1 spent on hotel accommodations reserved directly, dining, shopping and amenity experiences (spa, pool, etc.). The spend for gambling varies from earning at least 1 Reward Credit for every $5 you play on a slot machine, to earning 1 Reward Credit for every $10 wagered through video poker.

The benefits you earn at each tier level vary and include things such as free or discounted hotel stays (ALL), complimentary valet & self-parking (PLATINUM & HIGHER), discounts at casino gift shops (PLATINUM & HIGHER), waived resort fees (DIAMOND & HIGHER), complimentary early check-in/late check-out (SEVEN STARS), and so much more. Similar to MGM Rewards, the Tier Credits you earn in a calendar year (January 1 – December 31) add up to your annual Tier Score which determines your Tier Status within Caesars Rewards. Your Tier Credits always reset to 0 on January 1 since Tier Status must be earned each year to maintain your status for the following year.

As mentioned, every Vegas Resort & Casino has a rewards or loyalty program. Visit their websites to find out more about the benefits or perks of their individual programs. Do your research to see which loyalty program works best for you, and join the one(s) you find most valuable. Or better yet, join them all and start saving on your trip to Vegas no matter where you stay or gamble! And remember, the free stuff doesn’t stop when you leave Vegas. As a member of a rewards or loyalty program, you can expect to receive special offers to entice you to return.

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Las Vegas Strip Versus Downtown – Which is Best

June 21, 2023 by lvd0zias

Las Vegas is known for its luxurious hotels, world-class entertainment, iconic casinos, and endless opportunities for fun and excitement. It’s a city that never sleeps and visitors can always find something to do, no matter the time of day. Two of the most popular areas in Las Vegas are the Strip and Downtown (also known as Old or Vintage Vegas).

Las Vegas Strip Versus Downtown – Which is Best?  Well, while the Strip may be the most recognizable, Downtown has undergone a significant transformation in recent years and now offers a vibrant, eclectic, and authentic experience that is quite different from the glitz and glamour of the Strip. Both offer a unique experience and are quite different in terms of atmosphere, entertainment, and overall vibe so choosing which one is Best essentially comes down to personal choice. But, to help you decide here’s some of the pros of both the Strip and Downtown.

Let’s start with some statistics. According to the 2022 Las Vegas Visitor Profile Study conducted and produced by the Las Vegas Visitors and Convention Authority, more visitors are exploring Downtown. About six in ten (58%) visited Downtown during their stay with one-half (50%) of visitors saying the Freemont Street Experience was the main reason for visiting Downtown. Six in ten visitors who did not visit Downtown said it was because they did not have enough time or interest (30% each). More visitors than last year said it was because Downtown was inconvenient or out of the way (14%) or that they prefer the Strip (11%). In terms of the most popular place to stay, the Strip still rules with 2 out of 3 visitors (69%) staying on the Strip.

Based on these statistics, it appears that visitors think the Strip is Best but let’s explore a little further.

STRIP PROS
Luxurious Accommodations: The hotels on the Strip are some of the most luxurious in the world, offering visitors a truly opulent experience. The Strip also has more newer or recently remodeled casinos (Resorts World being the most recent having opened in 2021) which often means that there are more high-tech amenities in the casino, and the rooms in the resort are newer with more modern furnishings. Having said that, Downtown also has luxurious accommodations – Circa comes to mind with its top-tier dining options, an amphitheater rooftop pool deck and a large sportsbook.

Entertainment Options: The Strip is known for its vast array of entertainment options, including high-end shows, sporting events, nightclubs and shopping. And while Downtown lacks the spectacular shows found on the Strip, such as Cirque du Soleil, you can still enjoy a number of quality entertainment options that are reasonably priced. Both the Strip and Downtown have a lot of free entertainment too. Downtown has the Viva Vision and free mini concerts on the Fremont Street Experience while the Strip has the Bellagio fountains & conservatory.

Dining Options: Las Vegas is a major foodie destination and the Strip now has a number of Michelin-starred restaurants and dozens of eateries overseen by celebrity chefs, such as Hell’s Kitchen by Gordon Ramsey. There is nearly every type of cuisine on the Strip, from high-end Japanese at Nobu to a Bacon Mac “N” Cheeseburger at Guy Fieri’s and everything in between. That’s not to say that Downtown doesn’t have a variety of dining options too. Downtown offers affordable options such as Tony Roma’s, Evel Pie or Pizza Rock and also offers high-end eats, such as great steak and/or seafood, at places like Top of Binion’s Steakhouse and Oscar’s at Plaza.

Kid-Friendly Options: Although you could argue that nowhere in Vegas is truly kid-friendly, the Strip does offer a number of family-friendly attractions and shows. Although Downtown is undergoing a revitalization effort, it may not be suitable for children – there is a visible homeless population, the crowd tends to be a bit seedier, and some of the performers on the Freemont Street Experience wear very explicit costumes or hold obscene signs. The Strip isn’t perfect either but the presence of police and security helps keep the city’s “sin” mostly hidden from sight.

Quiet: The Strip does tend to be quieter than Downtown. Once you get into your hotel room on the Strip, you may hear noises from the hallway and maybe your extra rowdy next door neighbor but you definitely won’t hear the majority of the festivities going on the Strip below. Hotel guests Downtown often complain about the noise from the live entertainment on the Freemont Street Experience that prevents sleep until early in the morning.

Less Restrictive Open Container Laws: On the Strip you are able to purchase canned or bottled drinks at a convenience store and crack them open. Downtown has different alcohol and open container laws – you can drink out in the open on Fremont Street but your drink has to be in a plastic cup and be purchased from a casino bar.

Better Transportation Options: The Strip is well-served by public transportation but visitors to Downtown may find it more challenging to get around. That being said, there is a free shuttle service – the Downtown Loop – that offers transportation to various locations Downtown, including the Arts District, Freemont Street Experience, Mob Museum, and the North Premium Outlets.

DOWNTOWN PROS
Atmosphere: Downtown offers a more relaxed and intimate experience. While not as flashy and glamorous as the Strip, it does have its own unique charm with its historical buildings, vintage signs and neon lights. Downtown has a distinct neighborhood vibe and visitors can immerse themselves in the culture of the area while enjoying free-standing bars, restaurants, shops, local businesses, and the beautiful murals and art exhibits found in the Arts District.

Vintage Vegas History & Landmarks: Downtown is home to several iconic landmarks, including the Fremont Street Experience, Mob Museum, and Neon Museum. There’s also a lot of history Downtown – many of the hotels have been around for a long time and have interesting stories. For example, Golden Gate opened in 1906 and had the first working phone in Nevada. Binion’s Hotel Apache originally opened in 1932 and is said to be haunted. El Cortez was owned at one point by mobster Bugsy Siegel. Meanwhile on the Strip many of the historic hotels & casinos have been demolished and replaced with new, shiny and elegant mega-resorts.

Affordability: Downtown is generally more affordable than the Strip. Room rates and resort fees at the hotels are often cheaper than anything you can book on the Strip, and a night out on the town is likely to cost less as well – drink prices are cheaper and Downtown bars have Happy Hours and drink specials to further offset the costs. Although there are certainly deals to be had on the Strip, generally speaking, a stay on the Strip doesn’t come cheap unless your room is comped.

Walkability: Downtown is extremely pedestrian-friendly. Fremont Street is closed to vehicle traffic and the casinos are situated close together making it easy to walk from casino to casino. Also, the bar and restaurant district is just a few blocks in either direction so you can easily explore the entire area in a single afternoon. The Strip is walkable too but walking on the Strip can be quite the trek – many of the Strip casinos are huge and walking to the casino next door can often mean walking the equivalent of several city blocks.

Lower Table Minimums: Casinos Downtown generally allow you to stretch your dollar a bit further. While you’ll commonly encounter minimum bets of $15 – $25 on Strip table games, Downtown frequently features $10 minimums daily with some as low as $5 during non-peak times. The Downtown Grand also offers $1 Blackjack. If slots are your jam, Downtown slots are usually slightly looser than slots on the Strip. You can even still find coin-operated slot machines at the El Cortez and California Casinos Downtown.

So, Las Vegas Strip Versus Downtown – Which is Best? Both offer unique and exciting experiences for Las Vegas visitors. If this is your first or second time visiting Las Vegas, you might want to consider staying on the Strip because there’s so much to see and do that you’ll want to stay in the heart of the action. However, if you’ve visited Las Vegas many times and want to experience a different side of the city, Downtown might be the way to go. Ultimately, the choice is yours and comes down to personal preference – you should take the time to explore both areas and decide which one suits your style and budget.

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Why We Love Vegas

May 17, 2023 by lvd0zias

There’s so much to love about Vegas and here’s just a few of the reasons Vegas is our go-to vacation destination each year.

Vegas has something for everyone. Everyone thinks that gambling is what defines Vegas but that’s not true. Vegas offers more than gambling – entertainment, sports, fine dining, exciting night life, shopping, spas, pools, thrilling attractions, museums and so much more.

Vegas has a price point for everyone. No matter whether you want to stay at a hotel that offers opulent luxury like the Bellagio or Venetian, or one that is budget friendly like Circus Circus or the Excalibur, there is a hotel for you and your budget. And the same goes for dining. You can eat fairly inexpensively at the various food halls or cafes or you can indulge yourself at one of the many fining dining restaurants on the Strip.

We love the heat. We know the heat is the main reason lots of people avoid Vegas, especially in the summer, but when you come from a country that experiences cold and snow for five to six months per year, the heat is a very welcome change. Besides, Vegas has lots of amazing pools where you can beat the summer heat.

The neon lights are amazing. When darkness falls in Vegas, the glitz and glamour of the neon lights is mezmerizing! Everywhere you look, the twinkling lights capture your attention. In fact, the neon lights make for some of the best Vegas photos.

Vegas entertainment is top notch. Vegas pulls out all the stops when it comes to entertainment. From the theatrical performances of the Cirque shows to the relatable comedy of Jerry Seinfeld, there is a show to satisfy every taste and budget. Even the sporting events are a show – an example is the beginning of every Las Vegas Golden Knights home hockey game – it’s a show and concert all rolled into one.

Vegas never sleeps. Vegas has been labelled “the city that never sleeps”, and that moniker is definitely true. Where else can you have fun literally 24 hours a day? Hungry at 3 a.m. – no problem. Want to gamble at 4 a.m. – no problem. No matter the time of day, Vegas is alive with activity.

You might see a celebrity. You never know who you might run into in Vegas walking in the casino or the mall. Over the years, we’ve seen Tori Spelling in the mall at the Bellagio and Matthew Gray in the MGM Grand casino (he played Spencer Reid on Criminal Minds). Unfortunately, both of these encounters were before cell phones and we couldn’t get our old school camera ready in time to take a photo.

Locking slot machines isn’t a thing – at least not yet. At the casino in our city, you can use your players card to lock a slot machine. It’s absolutely frustrating to walk up to an empty machine, sit down and try to play, only to see a tiny message at the bottom of the machine saying that it is disabled. What’s worse is that it’s always the popular machines that are locked. We completely understand the reason for the lock feature but hope this is something that Vegas never considers because it’s super annoying. (We’ve never seen it in Vegas but did find a 2021 article about this feature being offered at Resorts World.)

Vegas is about the free stuff. When we first started coming to Vegas many years ago, you could walk into any casino and get a free promotional giveway from the Guest Services desk – playing cards, dice, pens, coffee mugs, etc. Vegas doesn’t do this anymore but you can still get a lot of free things – free drinks if you’re gambling and free rooms if you earn enough points with your loyalty card. There’s also a lot of free entertainment and attractions – the Bellagio fountains and conservatory and the Flamingo habitat just to name a few.

Vegas is always reinventing itself. When we first started vacationing in Vegas many years ago, MGM Grand had a theme park (now the pool complex) and a lion habitat, Luxor had a cool boat ride (now the Buffet) and the Mirage had a tiger habitat (now Diablo’s Cantina). We’ve seen kid-friendly attractions come and go, themed resorts replaced with elegant mega-resorts, and buffets replaced with food halls. There’s always something new in Vegas – a new attraction, hotel or restaurant – which makes every Vegas vacation unique.

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