Wynn Las Vegas Buffet Dispute Leads to Visitor's Deportation
A family argument at the Wynn Las Vegas buffet ended with a Southern California visitor deported to Armenia, after prosecutors dropped all charges but ICE intervened.
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Carín León Cancels Sphere Las Vegas Show After Plane Failures
Carín León’s Sphere residency hit a major setback as his September 10 concert was abruptly canceled due to mechanical issues grounding two planes in Hermosillo. Ticket holders can use their passes for a rescheduled date or request a refund.
Zero Bond Brings Private Club Dining and Gaming to Wynn Las Vegas
Zero Bond has launched at Wynn Las Vegas, offering members exclusive access to fine dining, private gaming, and curated cigar experiences in a two-level venue overlooking the resort’s golf course.
Smoke and Fire BBQ Will Close After Six Years in Las Vegas
Smoke and Fire, the Las Vegas BBQ spot known for its blueberry chicken sliders and comfort food, will serve its last meal on September 26 at its Russell Road location after six years.
Perez Hilton Cuts Price on Las Vegas Mansion After Miami Incident
Perez Hilton has dropped the price of his six-bedroom Las Vegas mansion by $350,000 as he moves to Miami following a family mental health crisis. The property remains listed at $3.9 million in the exclusive Prado community.
Downtown Las Vegas Sees Canadian Visitor Surge After At Par Program
Derek Stevens’ At Par initiative drew over 120000 Canadians to Fremont Street by matching Canadian dollars to US value through August, helping downtown casinos offset a sharp drop in international tourism
Carín León Sets 2027 Las Vegas Sphere Concerts for Independence Day
Carín León will headline Sphere Las Vegas again in September 2027 with three new shows during Mexico’s Independence Day week. Presale tickets open September 15 with VIP packages at The Venetian available now
Crystina Nguyen brings Vietnamese comfort to Durango Social Club
Durango Social Club in Southwest Las Vegas has named Crystina Nguyen as executive chef and shifted to a permanent Vietnamese menu. The restaurant now operates Wednesday through Saturday evenings with rotating specials and signature dishes.
Franky Perez launches intimate residency at Treasure Island Las Vegas
Franky Perez returns to the Las Vegas Strip with The Return of the Vegas Showman at Treasure Island Theatre, offering a residency focused on classic hits, live mashups and audience connection. Select Thursday shows start at $25
Las Vegas Locks In 2026 and 2027 Residency Lineup at Major Venues
Las Vegas has confirmed a packed residency schedule for 2026 and 2027, with Sphere, Caesars Palace, and other top venues hosting Backstreet Boys, BLACKPINK’s Lisa, Metallica, and more. Tickets are already selling out for key dates
Las Vegas Philharmonic launches film music concerts at The Smith Center
The Las Vegas Philharmonic is bringing film and video game scores to Reynolds Hall and Resorts World Theatre this fall, with performances featuring Studio Ghibli, Star Wars and more under new music director Rei Hotoda
Zara Larsson Adds Las Vegas Date to Midnight Sun Tour
Zara Larsson brings her Midnight Sun Tour to T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on September 18 as part of a limited run of U.S. shows before heading overseas. Ticket prices on resale platforms now range from $109 to over $4500
Interstellar Arc VR Experience Shuts Down at Area15 After Less Than a Year
Area15’s Interstellar Arc VR attraction has closed less than a year after opening, with its parent company Felix & Paul Studios facing financial trouble. Discussions about a possible reopening are underway but no timeline has been set
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Las Vegas Sees Fewer Visitors as Rising Costs Squeeze Budget Travelers
Las Vegas visitation is down 7.5 percent, with sharp drops among young adults and Canadians. Higher prices and airfare are keeping lower income travelers away, even as spending per visitor rises.
Centennial Hills Park Hosts Free Mexico Independence Day Celebration
Centennial Hills Park Amphitheatre will become a lively spot for music, dance, and food as Las Vegas celebrates Mexico’s Independence Day with a free event open to all. The gathering at 7101 N. Buffalo Drive features live performances and local vendors.
Viva Las Vegas and Learning from Learning from Las Vegas Screen at the Roxy
The Roxy hosts a double feature exploring Las Vegas’s architectural evolution with the new film Learning from Learning from Las Vegas and a 35mm screening of Viva Las Vegas on September 12 and 19
Last-Minute Show Cancellations Disrupt Las Vegas Concerts
Carín León’s sudden Sphere postponement is the latest in a series of high-profile Las Vegas show cancellations. From Adele to Ed Sheeran, even the Strip’s biggest stars have faced abrupt disruptions, leaving ticket holders and venues scrambling.
Garcia Benn Prelims: Upsets and New Faces Shake Up Las Vegas
Las Vegas saw its share of surprises on the Garcia-Benn preliminary card, as unbeaten fighters faced real adversity and established names fought to stay relevant ahead of the main event.
American Humanist Association Hosts Annual Conference at Flamingo Las Vegas
The American Humanist Association’s 77th Annual Conference runs May 17–20 at Flamingo Las Vegas, bringing together national speakers, award presentations, and discussions on science, activism, and the nontheist community.
Omos defeats Rey Mysterio as new champions emerge at AAA TripleMania Las Vegas
AAA TripleMania 2026 Night One brought high-impact wrestling to MGM Grand in Las Vegas with Omos overpowering Rey Mysterio and new champions crowned in front of a packed crowd
States Logistics to Open New Distribution Center in Las Vegas
States Logistics Services will launch a Las Vegas distribution center, expanding its Western U.S. network and targeting food, beverage, retail and e-commerce brands seeking faster regional supply chain solutions.
Rising Airfare Forces Las Vegas Visitors to Rethink Trip Budgets
Las Vegas airfare remains lower than most major U.S. cities, but volatile ticket prices and higher travel costs are changing how visitors plan, spend, and experience the city in 2025.
Skims to Open Second Las Vegas Store at North Premium Outlets
Skims is adding a new location at Las Vegas North Premium Outlets, expanding its presence in the city alongside its Caesars Palace shop.
UNLV Jazz Ensembles debut new albums at Ham Hall concert
UNLV Jazz Ensemble I and the Latin Jazz Ensemble will premiere new albums at Ham Hall this Sunday at 3 p.m., kicking off the 2026–27 season with a concert featuring top student and faculty musicians. Tickets start at $11.75 in person.
Green Dispensary North Opens in Northwest Las Vegas
Green Dispensary North is now open at 5530 N Decatur Blvd, bringing more cannabis options and services to northwest Las Vegas and North Las Vegas. The store offers daily hours and several ways to order.
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