Work at the Hard Rock Las Vegas site on the Strip was halted Monday morning after multiple written threats referencing a mass shooting were discovered. Police found no active danger and crews are expected to return as scheduled.
The Racing Zone near the Las Vegas Strip offers companies a new way to host team-building events with 22 advanced racing simulators and a full bar at 384 E. Tropicana Ave.
Lisa Vanderpump’s first namesake hotel is set to open on the Las Vegas Strip this October. The project brings together her family and longtime collaborators as they race to finish the boutique property in time for its debut.
A new Bravo TV series, premiering October 20, pulls viewers inside the chaos and construction setbacks that marked The Vanderpump Hotel’s opening in Las Vegas.
Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas has launched a free Metallica pop-up exhibit featuring rare instruments, handwritten lyrics and memorabilia tied to the band’s 45-year history, open to all ages during the group’s Sphere residency
Wu-Tang Clan’s final tour stop at T-Mobile Arena on October 3 brought every surviving member to Las Vegas for a set that honored their legacy, spanned decades of fans, and showcased the city’s evolving live music scene
WOW The Vegas Spectacular hits its ninth year at Rio Hotel & Casino this October, with over 3,500 shows and millions of guests since opening.
Metallica opens its Sphere Las Vegas residency on October 1 with 24 scheduled shows, promising different setlists for each night and immersive visuals. Limited tickets remain for the first performances and select 2026 and 2027 dates.
Animazing Gallery brings Beyond the Wall to the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort from October 16 to November 2, 2026. The show features original Pink Floyd artwork by Gerald Scarfe, Storm Thorgerson, and Ginger Gilmour.
The Pennzoil 400 Presented by Jiffy Lube will stay on the Las Vegas Motor Speedway calendar every March through 2027. This marks a decade of Pennzoil’s title sponsorship and keeps a major NASCAR weekend anchored in Southern Nevada.
Metallica’s Sphere Las Vegas residency now runs from October 1 through March 2027, with 24 shows on the calendar. Last-minute tickets are still available, including for Halloween and the band’s 'No Repeat Weekend' sets.
Station Casinos is shutting down three original outlets inside Eat Your Heart Out food hall at Durango. New pop-ups and concepts are planned for the spaces after November 10.
Wynn Las Vegas will open Cliff House above its golf course in October 2026. The new two-level clubhouse will feature a rooftop tee and a restaurant with sweeping views of the course and desert.
City leaders are debating a possible curfew and tighter security after a fatal shooting at First Friday. The future of downtown events and their open atmosphere now hangs in the balance.
Las Vegas will host the 35th annual Disability Awareness Day at Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza in Lorenzi Park on October 10, offering free support, information, and entertainment for families, caregivers, and people with disabilities
Nine teams from high schools and technical colleges will go head-to-head at AAPEX 2026 in Las Vegas, racing to rebuild V8 engines as the event draws attention to the national shortage of skilled auto technicians.
Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Bar is now open at 63 CityCenter, serving up Southern comfort food, live music on two stages, and a Nashville-meets-Vegas vibe. The venue welcomes guests daily, with late-night hours Thursday through Saturday.
West Des Moines officials have unveiled a $6.5 million plan to expand the city’s public library, aiming to add space and new features as the community grows.
Las Vegas visitors over 50 are skipping the crowds and late-night parties in favor of classic restaurants, midweek stays, and headline shows. Their approach is changing how resorts, restaurants, and venues cater to seasoned travelers.
Carversteak at Resorts World Las Vegas is rolling out a Metallica-themed dining experience during the band’s Sphere residency, including a $20,000 package with a signed guitar and exclusive menu items for a limited time.
Mariachi is booming in Las Vegas schools and venues. UNLV is now training future educators to fill a growing shortage. The new minor aims to keep this cultural tradition thriving in a city where over a third of residents are Latino.
Fideuá Taste of Spain has shot to the top of Las Vegas’s Spanish restaurant rankings. The family-run spot now plans to franchise after a breakthrough year in 2025.
Las Vegas Rescue Mission will represent the city in a 24 hour livestream event tackling homelessness, addiction and mental health on October 8 9, joining a national network of unscripted conversations
Las Vegas shelter dogs are getting a break from kennel life as the Animal Foundation launches a month-long Doggy Days Out program through October 31, offering flexible foster outings to boost adoption chances
A decade-old pact between Las Vegas and Clark County on northwest infrastructure is set to expire in December, igniting disputes over who pays for public services and raising the stakes for land annexation and local taxes
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