While the Las Vegas Museum of Art is still years from opening, visitors can explore acclaimed art at UNLV’s Barrick Museum, the Arts District, and casino collections at Bellagio, CityCenter, and Fontainebleau this summer.
The Escapement, a new collector-focused watch event, will debut in Las Vegas from February 5–7, 2027, featuring top watchmakers, hands-on workshops, and the inaugural Rubis Awards at T-Mobile Arena and Sphere.
A Palace Station guest claimed a $142,287 Jumbo Jackpot during the 9 a.m. bingo session on August 25, 2026, triggering additional payouts across Station Casinos bingo rooms in the Las Vegas Valley.
Aliante hotel-casino in North Las Vegas has opened a redesigned Boyd Gaming sportsbook featuring a massive video wall and upgraded seating, just in time for the upcoming football season
Golden Nugget Las Vegas is now the first casino in the city to offer 3-Dice Yahtzee, a new table game based on the classic family dice game, with unique betting options and bonus payouts available on the gaming floor.
Ciara, the Smashing Pumpkins, and Stella Lefty have been added to the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival lineup at T-Mobile Arena, with performances set for September 18 and 19. The event will be hosted by Ryan Seacrest and streamed live.
Philadelphia’s Down North Pizza teams up with Chef Kwame Onwuachi for a special pop-up event at Maroon inside Sahara Las Vegas on August 27, featuring exclusive pies and launching a new culinary series spotlighting Black chefs
A guest from Idaho Falls hit a $927,063 jackpot on a Dancing Drums Dragon slot at The STRAT, scoring the win in just six minutes with $3 spins early Friday morning on the north Strip.
Golden Nugget Las Vegas introduces a $199 all-inclusive deal featuring a two-night midweek stay, daily food and beverage credits, and no resort fees, available for bookings through December 28, 2026.
Hong Kong Cantopop trio Grasshopper will headline BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on November 27 and 28, marking over 40 years together. Tickets go on sale August 26 for these special Strip performances.
Story of the Year performed a free, all-ages show at Fremont Street Experience on August 22 as part of the Downtown Rocks Summer Concert Series, with more free concerts scheduled through October in Downtown Las Vegas
The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace will host its sixth-annual Dine With a Purpose throughout September, with select restaurant menu items supporting Three Square Food Bank’s hunger relief efforts in Southern Nevada.
Canadian rock band Triumph will bring their Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour to BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on December 1, 2026, with April Wine as special guest and a portion of ticket sales supporting Sounds Unite Charity
Las Vegas AC Rentals offers portable air conditioners to residents facing central AC breakdowns, with daily rentals starting at $25 per unit and flexible terms during peak summer heat in the valley.
Nevada casinos started the fiscal year strong, with Strip gaming revenue up 3.6% in July 2026, fueled by a spike in table game wagering and major entertainment events drawing visitors.
The Michelin Guide has returned to Las Vegas, awarding stars to just four restaurants in its 2026 Southwest edition. The announcement, made at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, highlights the city’s evolving fine dining scene but leaves some notable omissions.
PopUp Bagels, the Connecticut-based bagel brand known for its hot, whole bagels and rotating schmears, opens its first Nevada location in Henderson on August 28, 2026, with a morning launch event and Vegas-only menu items
Nevada Conservatory Theatre at UNLV continues to deliver acclaimed productions and hands-on training for aspiring performers, with recent shows like A Christmas Carol 1941 drawing strong local attention
SMKD BBQ in Henderson has been named Best Barbecue in the 2026 Best of Vegas Readers' Choice, recognized for its brisket bites, St. Louis ribs, and Southern-style hospitality at 10895 Eastern Ave.
Chef Stephen Lee’s In Limbo Burgers pop-up is gaining a following in Las Vegas for its charred smashburgers, fries and hot dogs, served from borrowed kitchens across the city. Diners track the pop-up’s changing locations for a taste of these sought-after burgers
BLVD opened at 3747 Las Vegas Blvd. South in late 2024, quickly attracting both locals and visitors with a mix of major retail brands and dining options in a central Strip location
Las Vegas sports executives are urging federal action to streamline international travel and visa processes, citing the need to support the city’s $6.27 billion sports tourism sector and sustain economic growth after a recent dip in international visitors.
Comedian Usama Siddiquee will bring his ‘Scoundrel Tour’ to The Palazzo Theatre at The Venetian Resort on January 2, 2027, with tickets starting at $35. The New York-based performer is known for his recent Netflix and late-night appearances
Casa Playa at Wynn Las Vegas welcomed chefs from Dakar and Kasama for a collaborative four-course dinner ahead of the inaugural Michelin Guide Southwest Ceremony, drawing a full house on the Strip
Tivoli Village will host its next complimentary Full Moon Yoga session on Friday, August 28, offering an evening of movement and mindfulness in The Piazza. Registration details and future dates are available on TivoliVillageLV.com
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