Las Vegas News Briefs November 2024

CELEBRATE NEW YEAR’S EVE IN LAS VEGAS

FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE ANNOUNCES LINEUP FOR 2025 NYE TIME OF YOUR LIFE CELEBRATION
Fremont Street Experience, Las Vegas’ ideal party destination, invites revelers to ring in 2025 with its can’t miss NYE Time of Your Life Celebration. The highly anticipated event will feature live performances from some of the biggest names in music, including Flo Rida, LOCASH, Bow Wow, 3OH!3, Dylan Marlowe, Trick Daddy and Mike Jones. For more information, contact Kirvin Doak Communications, fsepr@kirvindoak.com.

CREED TO RING IN 2025 AT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE
Following a highly successful, sold out North American tour over the past six months, their first in over a decade, multi-platinum, GRAMMY® and American Music Award-winning rock band CREED is set to celebrate New Year’s Eve with two exclusive performances at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. These special shows, scheduled for Monday, Dec. 30 and Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, mark the band’s first performances in Las Vegas in more than 12 years. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.

IMAGINE DRAGONS SET TO RING IN 2025 WITH SPECIAL NEW YEAR’S EVE SHOW AT THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS
Diamond-certified GRAMMY Award-winning Las Vegas band Imagine Dragons will ring in 2025 with a special hometown performance at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Claudine Grant, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, claudine.grant@venetianlasvegas.com.

FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS WELCOMES DURAN DURAN FOR DECEMBER 30 CONCERT AT BLEAULIVE THEATER
Fontainebleau Las Vegas, recognized by TIME Magazine as one of the ‘World’s Greatest Places 2024,’ has tapped Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Duran Duran to perform at BleauLive Theater on Monday, Dec. 30, as part of the luxury resort’s New Year’s festivities. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com and Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com.

50 CENT TO HEADLINE SIX EXCLUSIVE SHOWS OVER NEW YEAR’S WEEK AT PH LIVE AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT & CASINO
50 Cent is set to celebrate 2025 in Las Vegas with 50 Cent: In Da Club, six exclusive shows for his first ever Las Vegas residency at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, with shows Dec. 27-28, 30-31, 2024 and Jan. 3-4, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.

 

ENTERTAINMENT

THE ALL-AMERICAN REJECTS AND PLAIN WHITE T’S ADDED TO INAUGURAL NEON CITY FESTIVAL LINEUP
Neon City Festival has announced that The All-American Rejects and Plain White T’s will join its inaugural lineup alongside Alison Wonderland, Neon Trees, Russell Dickerson and Seven Lions. Taking place Nov. 22-24 in Downtown Las Vegas, the free for all ages music, art and culinary event will feature 23 supporting genre-spanning acts including lovelytheband, Restless Road, Cassadee Pope, Lit and more. For more information, contact Kirvin Doak Communications, neoncityfestival@kirvindoak.com.

GLOBAL PHENOMENON & ILLUSIONIST DAVID BLAINE ANNOUNCES 2025 RETURN TO ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS
David Blaine, the world’s most iconic illusionist, stunt artist, and mentalist, will return to the stage at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas in 2025 with six headlining performances of David Blaine: Live in Las Vegas. Blaine and his mind-bending feats will take over the intimate Encore Theater for new awe-inspiring performances monthly from February through April 2025. Performance dates include Dec. 29-31, 2024 and Feb. 26, 28; March 1; and April 16, 18-19, 2025. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

MÖTLEY CRÜE RETURNS TO THE LAS VEGAS STRIP WITH THE LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY
Mötley Crüe is heading back to Las Vegas next spring with The Las Vegas Residency, an exclusive limited run of 11 shows at Dolby Live at Park MGM. Performance dates include April 2, 4-5, 9, 11-12, 16, 18-19, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Katharine Sherrer, MGM Resorts International, ksherrer@mgmresorts.com.

TEDDY SWIMS COMES TO PH LIVE AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT & CASINO IN AUGUST 2025
2024 breakout superstar Teddy Swims announces the continuation of his I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy tour with an extensive run of dates across North America in 2025. The tour will make a Las Vegas stop at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Friday, Aug. 1, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.

QUEEN OF BURLESQUE DITA VON TEESE ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF GLAMOROUS RESIDENCY IN 2025
Dita Von Teese, known worldwide as the undisputed Queen of Burlesque, will continue to dazzle audiences through 2025 at Voltaire inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. Glamorously provocative like no other of its kind worldwide, this showgirl—and showboy—spectacular brims with Bob Mackie costumes, haute couture by fashion’s superstars, as envisioned and hand curated by Dita herself over the past two decades. The unique, intimate venue perfectly complements Dita’s classic art form of burlesque through a modern lens which brings into the spotlight a brand-new genre of entertainment for which Vegas is known. For more information, contact Kirvin Doak Communications, voltairepr@kirvindoak.com.

BABYFACE TO RETURN TO THE PEARL CONCERT THEATER AT PALMS CASINO RESORT LAS VEGAS IN 2025
13-time GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist, songwriter, and producer Babyface will return to the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort over two weekends in 2025. The shows will be held over Valentine’s Day weekend on Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15, and Mother’s Day weekend on Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Celena Haas, CHS Communications, celena@chscomms.com.

CARRIE UNDERWOOD, RESORTS WORLD THEATRE’S FIRST-EVER RESIDENT HEADLINER, ANNOUNCES THE FINAL PERFORMANCES OF HER CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED PRODUCTION REFLECTION: THE LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY
Following her highly successful three-year-plus run and multiple sold-out shows, 8-time GRAMMY® Award winner, multi-platinum artist, and country music superstar Carrie Underwood has announced the final performances of her critically acclaimed production at Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas in 2025. Underwood will present three final performances of REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency on April 9, 11 & 12, 2025, concluding her reign as the venue’s first and longest-running headliner. Remaining show dates include March 26, 8-29 and April 2, 4-5, 9, 11-12, 2025. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

PANIC! AT THE DISCO AND BLINK-182 TO HEADLINE WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AT THE LAS VEGAS FESTIVAL GROUNDS IN 2025
Panic! At The Disco and blink-182 will headline the fourth edition of When We Were Young at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds on October 18, 2025. The massive lineup includes additional performances from Weezer, Avril Lavigne, The Offspring, The Used, All Time Low, Knocked Loose, plus rare performances from Never Shout Never, The Cab, The Rocket Summer, Jack’s Mannequin, and many more. For more information, contact Nicole Easley, C3 Presents, neasley@c3presents.com.

2025 SHOWS ADDED FOR EAGLES LIVE IN CONCERT AT SPHERE
The Eagles have announced several additional shows for the band’s residency at SPHERE in Las Vegas, now featuring a total of 28 shows over fourteen weekends from Friday, Sept. 20 through Saturday, March 15, 2025.  The Sphere residency offers fans the ultimate connection to the band’s legendary catalog in an immersive experience that only Sphere can provide. New show dates include Feb. 14-15, 21-22 and March 7-8, 14-15, 2025. For more information, contact Sphere, spherepr@thesphere.com.

SHAKIRA BRINGING LAS MUJERES YA NO LLORAN WORLD TOUR TO ALLEGIANT STADIUM IN JUNE 2025
Global superstar Shakira has announced a stop in Las Vegas during her highly anticipated Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour on June 28, 2025 at Allegiant Stadium. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Tiffany Miller, Allegiant Stadium, tmiller@allegiantstadium.com.

SWINGERS LAS VEGAS SET TO OPEN THIS NOVEMBER AT MANDALAY BAY RESORT AND CASINO
Swingers Las Vegas, the adults-only crazy golf club and immersive entertainment experience at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, will open its doors on Friday, Nov. 8. As the largest Swingers mini-golf destination to date, and the global flagship, the venue promises guests unparalleled hospitality fused with lively competition, offering an exciting and playful new twist to the city’s entertainment and nightlife scene. In addition to four crazy golf courses, Swingers Las Vegas is unveiling details about its new in-venue Carnival experience, which features 15 different retro games designed to invoke nostalgia and competitive fun as guests compete to win covetable branded prizes. For more information, contact Kara Rutkin, Kirvin Doak Communications, krutkin@kirvindoak.com.

LEGENDARY BAND CHICAGO TO RETURN TO THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS
Multi-GRAMMY Award-winning band and Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame inductees Chicago will return to The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas in 2025 for the eighth year in a row. Celebrated as the longest-running residency artist in the venue’s history, Chicago will perform Feb. 28 and March 1, 5, 7-9, 12, 14-15, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Claudine Grant, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, claudine.grant@venetianlasvegas.com.

COMEDIAN JIM GAFFIGAN WILL PERFORM AT ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS IN SPRING 2025
Beloved comedian and Las Vegas headliner Jim Gaffigan has announced his 2025 Everything Is Wonderful Tour, featuring several performances at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas. Unforgettable performances set for May 28-31, 2025. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

FANASTY LAB LAS VEGAS OPENS NEW SPACE: COLORS OF MEXICO
Fantasy Lab has announced the opening of a brand new and free experience, Colors of Mexico, debuting on November 3, 2024 at Fashion Show Las Vegas. The 16,000-sq-ft space will take guests on a dazzling journey through the soul of Mexico with vibrant colors, rich folklore, and enchanting magic awakening all the senses. For more information, contact Alex Gilbert, Authentic Public Relations, alex@authenticpublicrelations.com.

CARLOS SANTANA ANNOUNCES 2025 RESIDENCY DATES PRESENTED AT HOUSE OF BLUES LAS VEGAS AT MANDALAY BAY
Carlos Santana has announced additional performances of An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live: Presented by SiriusXM, scheduled to take place in January, February and May 2025. The residency is in its 13th year at the intimate House of Blues, featuring unparalleled dynamic energy from Carlos and his band. The concert is a must-see live experience for fans of the award-winning artist. New performance dates include Jan. 22-23, 25-26, 29-30; Feb. 1-2; and May 14-15, 17-18, 21-22, 24-25, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Scott Ghertner, MGM Resorts International, sghertner@mgmresorts.com.

METALLICA AND LINKIN PARK TO HEADLINE SICK NEW WORLD AT THE LAS VEGAS FESTIVAL GROUNDS IN 2025 
Metallica and Linkin Park will headline the third edition of Sick New World, returning to the Las Vegas Festival Grounds on Saturday, April 12, 2025. The staggering lineup brings together over 50 of hard rock, goth and alternative’s biggest artists, including Queens of the Stone Age, Evanescence, Gojira, AFI, Tomahawk, 311, Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway, The Flaming Lips, The Sisters of Mercy, Meshuggah, Cradle of Filth, and more. For more information, contact press@sicknewworldfest.com.

R&B LEGEND BRIAN MCKNIGHT ANNOUNCES HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED RETURN TO ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS
Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer, Brian McKnight, announced his highly-anticipated return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Back by incredible fan demand, McKnight is set to take the stage with classics like “Back at One” and “One Last Cry” for a sure-to-be-incredible night of R&B. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

COMEDIAN KEVIN HART ANNOUNCES HIS RETURN TO RESORTS WORLD THEATRE IN 2025
Following his sold-out runs at Resorts World Theatre in Summer 2024, Mark Twain Prize recipient and Emmy- and GRAMMY-nominated comedian and actor, Kevin Hart, has announced his return to the world-famous stage in early 2025. Hart will present two additional performances of his hit tour, Kevin Hart: Acting My Age at Resorts World Las Vegas on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, and Saturday, March 1, 2025. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

LEGENDARY SINGER-SONGWRITER SMOKEY ROBINSON TO RETURN TO THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Smokey Robinson will return to The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas with his Legacy Tour for three nights in 2025. Show dates include April 2, 4-5, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Claudine Grant, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, claudine.grant@venetianlasvegas.com.

ALEJANDRO FERNÁNDEZ BRINGING DE REY A REY TOUR TO MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA SEPTEMBER 13 & 15, 2025
Mexican music icon Alejandro Fernández announces his new tour De Rey a Rey, a tribute to the music of his late father, the legendary Vicente Fernández. The tour is a celebration of the Fernández legacy—music, family, Mexico and the classic songs that are the soundtrack of Latino life. Produced by Live Nation, the tour will see Fernández return to Las Vegas for Fiestas Patrias 2025 for a record 23rd year on Saturday, Sept. 13 and Monday, Sept. 15, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Katharine Sherrer, MGM Resorts International, ksherrer@mgmresorts.com.

CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED PERFORMER BRYAN ADAMS ANNOUNCES RETURN TO ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS IN SPRING 2025
GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter Bryan Adams has announced his highly-anticipated return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas in March 2025, with show dates March 7-8, 14-16, 2025. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! COMING TO THE SMITH CENTER IN MARCH 2025
Following last year’s fan-frenzy that led to a sensational sold-out tour, Dancing with the Stars is back on tour to heat up the winter with a dazzling, sexy, high energy, brand-new live production! The tour will make a Las Vegas stop at The Smith Center on Saturday, March 29, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Spencer Patterson, The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, spatterson@thesmithcenter.com.

 

FOOD & BEVERAGE

NETFLIX AND MGM GRAND IN LAS VEGAS TEAM UP FOR NETFLIX BITES VEGAS  
Netflix and MGM Grand Hotel & Casino have announced plans to open a new dining experience with NETFLIX BITES Vegas, a one-year culinary residency. From screen-to-table, fans and foodies alike will be invited to a one-of-a-kind restaurant experience offering guests a savory journey that combines inspiration from hit Netflix titles with MGM Grand’s renowned expertise in hospitality and immersive entertainment. For more information, contact Suzie Rugh, MGM Resorts International, srugh@mgmresorts.com.

THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS BRINGS TOGETHER EAST AND WEST COAST FOODIE HOTSPOTS IN NEW FOOD HALL, VIA VIA
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas has announced the newest addition to its illustrious food and beverage portfolio, Via Via, a new food hall opening in mid-2025. Located right off the iconic Grand Colonnade, the collection of concepts will bring together the diverse culinary scenes of New York and Los Angeles for a truly immersive sensory experience reminiscent of the meandering streets of Venice. Via Via will feature several “must-try” foodie options such as All’Antico Vinaio, Howlin’ Ray’s, Scarr’s Pizza, B.S. Taqueria, Close Company, Ivan Ramen, Molly’s Rise & Shine, and Turkey and the Wolf. Blending the historic charm of Venice and the vibrant soul of Las Vegas, Via Via invites guests to embark on a casual culinary journey; capturing the feeling of discovering amazing food in small, eclectic, and unique locations. For more information, contact Kirvin Doak Communications, thevenetian@kirvindoak.com and Elaine Chaivarlis, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, elaine.chaivarlis@venetianlasvegas.com.

NEW MODERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE, ZIO’S, OPENS IN LAS VEGAS
Zio’s, a contemporary Italian steakhouse, is now open. Located off the Las Vegas Strip and near the Las Vegas Convention Center, Zio’s serves as a modern twist on classic Italian cuisine with highlights of premium cut steaks, an elevated beverage program showcasing craft cocktails, and a robust wine list. Zio’s jewel-toned dining room is a vibrant new gathering spot for locals, busy professionals, and visitors alike. For more information, contact bread & Butter, zios@welovebreadandbutter.com.

FLOWER CHILD TO OPEN IN NOVEMBER AT THE DISTRICT AT GREEN VALLEY RANCH
Flower Child, the beloved eatery known for happy, feel-good eats and drinks, will open on Tuesday, November 12 at The District at Green Valley Ranch. Marking its second location in the Las Vegas Valley, Flower Child will bring a garden of deliciousness to Henderson’s premier outdoor shopping and dining destination this fall. For more information, contact Robert Flicker, Kirvin Doak Communications, rflicker@kirvindoak.com and Rachael Mintz, OneSeven Agency, vestar@onesevenagency.com.

JOSÉ ANDRÉS GROUP BRINGS BAZAAR MEAT TO THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS
Bazaar Meat, a celebration of the carnivorous from the acclaimed José Andrés Group, will be moving to The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. Bazaar Meat, currently located at SAHARA Las Vegas, opened in 2014 and following its successful decade-long run will relocate to the home of world-class dining at the legendary Venetian Resort. For more information, contact Kirvin Doak Communications, thevenetian@kirvindoak.com.

 

RESORT UPDATES

CIRCA RESORT & CASINO IN LAS VEGAS EXPANDS HOTEL TOWER WITH 106 NEW LUXURY ROOMS AND SUITES
Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas has expanded its offerings by introducing 106 new rooms and suites to its 458-foot-tall hotel tower. This new development at the adults-only resort increases Circa’s total room inventory by 20 percent with the addition of four Panoramic Sunset Suites, 72 Single Kings, 24 Double King and four Single King Premium rooms with sweeping panoramic views, luxurious king-sized beds, mini refrigerators and modern amenities – all while paying homage to the spirit of Vintage Vegas. For more information, contact Brooke Sanchez, Circa Resort & Casino, brooke.sanchez@circalasvegas.com and Kara Rutkin, Kirvin Doak Communications, krutkin@kirvindoak.com.

THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS UNVEILS NEWLY DESIGNED SUITES
To coincide with the celebration of the 25th anniversary of The Venetian Resort Las Vegas in May, the resort announced that all 4,000 suites in The Venetian would be completely updated. The first of those renovated suites are now available for booking. Inspired by the ornate costumes of The Carnival of Venice, the remodeled suites blend contemporary design with the resort’s iconic luxury. For more information, contact Kirvin Doak Communications, thevenetian@kirvindoak.com and Elaine Chaivarlis, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, elaine.chaivarlis@venetianlasvegas.com.

MYSTÈRE BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL IMMORTALIZED WITH NEWLY NAMED STREET, “MYSTERE DREAMS AVE,” ON THE LAS VEGAS STRIP
The legendary Las Vegas production Mystère by Cirque du Soleil, which has captivated audiences for over three decades with more than 14,000 shows, was honored with a permanent street sign along the iconic Las Vegas Blvd. “Mystère Dreams Ave” has replaced the former “Siren’s Cove Blvd,” serving as the main entrance to Treasure Island Hotel & Casino. For more information, contact Rylee Gomez, Kirvin Doak Communications, rgomez@kirvindoak.com.

FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS UNVEILS ALL-NEW ‘WINTER WONDERLAND PRESENTED BY FONTAINEBLEAU REWARDS’ HOLIDAY TAKEOVER
The spirit of the season is sweeping through Fontainebleau Las Vegas as the luxury resort and casino unveils its first-ever, resort-wide ‘Winter Wonderland Presented by Fontainebleau Rewards’ transformation. Guests will be whisked away into an enchanting winter wonderland at every turn. Kicking off with the grand unveiling of Oasis Ice Rink – the largest real ice rink on the Strip – on November 27, the resort will tout property-wide captivating seasonal décor, must-experience holiday pop-ups, elevated Santa brunches, interactive Signature Series classes, exclusive holiday headliners inside BleauLive Theater and more. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com.

 

SPORTS

ALLEGIANT STADIUM TO HOST 2027 HALL OF FAME SERIES LAS VEGAS
Position Sports, in partnership with the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), have announced that the 2027 Hall of Fame Series Las Vegas will take place at the iconic Allegiant Stadium on November 12, 2027, marking the first-ever basketball game at the renowned stadium. The historic event will feature two marquee matchups between elite men’s basketball programs: Arizona vs. Duke and Indiana vs. Kansas. For more information, contact Patrick O’Connell, Position Sports, Patrick.oconnell@positionsports.com.

 

WEDDING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD

WEDDING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD UNVEILS NEW MURAL
The Wedding Capital of the World has announced the installation of a vibrant new wedding-themed mural at the Marriage License Bureau in Downtown Las Vegas, created by acclaimed local artist Shan Evans. The mural, designed to capture the joy, romance and distinctive energy of Las Vegas weddings, serves as the latest iconic photo opportunity for couples from around the world. For more information, contact Desiree Vontur, The Vox Agency, desiree@thevoxagency.com.