Nicholas Forte of Tao Group Hospitality secured gold at the 2026 Pastry World Cup Americas Selection in New Orleans, earning Team USA a spot at the international finals in Lyon, France this January.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas will host Dierks Bentley, Creed, and a slate of NFR-themed events and offers from December 3–12, including concerts, watch parties, and exclusive gatherings for rodeo fans on the Strip.
Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino hosted a full slate of sports viewing, live music, and parties throughout Labor Day weekend, including post-concert events and special guest performances.
A new study ranks Las Vegas as the world’s leading casino destination, with the highest number of gambling venues and online interest, but also finds it is the most expensive city for casino visitors at $369 per day.
Extreme Thing, the all-ages sports and music festival, will return to Desert Breeze Park’s Events Center on March 20, 2027, marking its first Las Vegas appearance in a decade and celebrating 25 years since its debut.
Grammy winner Rick Springfield brought his signature hits and energetic stage presence to Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort on August 29, performing a 90-minute set that included fan favorites and classic covers.
Sphere Las Vegas will introduce expanded 4D effects to The Wizard of Oz at Sphere starting September 25, 2026, with tickets now available for performances through early 2027
Rí Rá Irish Pub at Mandalay Place will offer a special menu from September 14–20, with 20% of sales benefiting HELP of Southern Nevada, a nonprofit supporting local families and individuals
Resorts World Theatre will host Dwight Yoakam, Gary Allan and Chris Young during Wrangler National Finals Rodeo week, with performances scheduled December 3–5 ahead of Riley Green’s “Cowboy As It Gets Tour” dates later that week.
UNLV kicked off its football season at Allegiant Stadium with a 27-20 loss to Memphis before a crowd of over 31,000, marking the first start for quarterback Jason Arnold and the second season for coach Dan Mullen
Air Supply returns to Westgate International Theater for two nights on September 4 and 5, performing their classic hits and introducing new songs from their latest album, A Matter of Time
Households in the Las Vegas Valley now need to earn about $116,563 to afford a typical home, a slight decrease from last year, but most local incomes still fall short of this threshold according to Redfin data
A player at Durango Casino & Resort in the southwest Las Vegas Valley hit a $220,701.20 progressive jackpot on Phoenix Cash’s Queen Chiu slot machine on August 26, 2026, resetting the prize to $200,000 for future guests.
Las Vegas resorts are bracing for a 4.4% jump in Labor Day weekend visitors, with average nightly hotel rates climbing to $269 and economic impact projected to top $700 million for Southern Nevada.
Henderson Sport & Social, a $70 million sports and entertainment complex, opens in October with all weekend tournaments sold out through 2026. The venue aims to boost local tourism and host major televised events.
Stride Vegas is redefining the Las Vegas running scene with inclusive weekly group runs in the Arts District, offering options for all fitness levels and a social boost for locals facing the desert heat
Las Vegas is seeing a new wave of coffee concepts, from Griffin Cafe’s bar-turned-cafe in Fremont East to mobile and pop-up experiences, offering locals and visitors fresh ways to connect beyond nightlife.
Las Vegas sportsbooks have released preseason odds for the 2026-2027 NFL season’s top player awards, with favorites and longshots drawing attention from bettors ahead of the fall kickoff
A new restaurant and lounge called Alkeif is preparing to open at Kangnam Square on South Jones Boulevard, bringing a fresh concept to the Chinatown corridor. The opening timeline and menu details remain under wraps.
Two major restaurants will close at Red Rock Resort in Summerlin on October 29, affecting nearly 150 workers. The Oyster Bar will reopen under Station Casinos management the next day, with future plans for the vacated spaces still pending.
Extreme Thing Sports & Music Festival will mark its 25th anniversary at Desert Breeze Event Center on March 20, 2027, with early bird tickets available for $50 starting September 4. The event promises a mix of alternative music and action sports.
Cirrus Aviation Services brings back Knight Flights for the 2026-2027 season, offering private jet travel and game tickets for select Vegas Golden Knights away games—including the 2027 NHL Stadium Series in Arlington.
A proposed Business Improvement District could bring $1.9 million annually to the Las Vegas Arts District, funding safety, maintenance, and business support as early as 2027 if approved by property owners and the city council
A $94 million land deal will bring up to 6,000 new homes to northwest Las Vegas as Olympia Companies and Bruin Capital Partners launch Monument Hills, the region’s largest new housing community in years, with first homes expected by spring 2028
Downtown Las Vegas will mark Mexican Independence Day on September 15 with a free, all-ages event at Fremont Street Experience, featuring Latin music, food trucks, and a headline set by Terry Ilous and The Vagabonds.
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