ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT
BRUNO MARS BRINGS ‘THE ROMANTIC TOUR’ TO ALLEGIANT STADIUM
Global superstar Bruno Mars has announced The Romantic Tour, marking his first full headline tour in nearly a decade following the massively successful 24K Magic World Tour, which first launched in 2017. Produced by Live Nation, the 2026 tour will be the first full headlining stadium tour by the GRAMMY® Award-winning performer. The tour will span nearly 40 shows across North America, Europe, and the UK, marking one of the biggest global outings of the year. The tour launches on April 10, 2026, in Las Vegas at Allegiant Stadium. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com.
SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO EXTENDS HEADLINING RUN AT ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS WITH EIGHT ADDITIONAL SHOWS IN 2026
Renowned comedian, actor, and podcast host, Sebastian Maniscalco will return to the award-winning Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for eight additional performances of his hit residency, “Sebastian Maniscalco Live” in 2026. Maniscalco will deliver double the laughs with two performances nightly on March 13-14; May 23-24, 2026. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.
BAZ LUHRMANN’S EPIC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT PREMIERES AT THE WESTGATE LAS VEGAS RESORT & CASINO’S INTERNATIONAL THEATER
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, the historic home of Elvis Presley’s record-breaking 636 sold-out performances, will host a landmark cinematic event: the Las Vegas premiere of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, the highly anticipated new film from Oscar-nominated director Baz Luhrmann. The exclusive free screening will take place Feb. 10, 2026, inside the iconic International Theater – the very stage where Elvis made entertainment history. NEON will be releasing the film exclusively in IMAX on Feb. 20, 2026, and in theaters everywhere Feb. 27, 2026. For more information, contact Jeff Wagner, Jeff Wagner Agency, jeff@jeffwagneragency.com.
MARY J. BLIGE ANNOUNCES NEW LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY AT PARK MGM
GRAMMY and Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated, “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul,” Mary J. Blige, announced her first Las Vegas residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM. Mary J. Blige: My Life, My Story The Las Vegas Residency. Dates include May 1-2, 6-9; July 10-11, 15, 17-18, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Allyson Wadman, MGM Resorts International, awadman@mgmresorts.com.
AREA15’S “WE’RE ALL MAD HERE” MASSIVE RETURNS MARCH 2026
AREA15 has announced the return of its multi-venue Massive, “We’re All Mad Here,” on March 21, 2026. With activations spanning Zone 1: The Bunkers, this wonderland of beats and vibes will feature electrifying artists performing in A-Lot, The Portal and The Wall. The line-up includes CloZee, MEMBA, Mfinity, Skysia, Vincent Antone, Yoko, Lil Fish, Bazooka Zac, and Hector Romero. For more information, contact Desiree Vontur, The Vox Agency, desiree@thevoxagency.com.
THE GENERATIONS TOUR COMES TO FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS
Collecting three of the most inspirational and impactful artists that arose around 1980, The Generations Tour has drawn together The Human League, Soft Cell and Alison Moyet for a tour of North America this summer, featuring a stop in Las Vegas at BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas on June 12, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com.
AREA15 SIGNS MORE WORLD-CLASS TENANTS FOR 2026
AREA15, the pulse-pounding hub of experiential art and entertainment situated parallel to the Las Vegas Strip, has announced new best-in-class brands preparing to join the district’s growing roster of tenants opening in 2026, including MINISO and House Rules. These tenants combine with previously announced venues to total more than a dozen new experiences slated to open at AREA15 in 2026. For a complete list and for more information, contact Desiree Vontur, The Vox Agency, desiree@thevoxagency.com.
GRAND PRIX PLAZA DEBUTS REIMAGINED 20,000-SQUARE-FOOT F1 X INTERACTIVE RACING EXHIBITION
North America’s largest Formula 1® fan experience has debuted its reimagined, 20,000-square-foot F1® X, an interactive Formula 1 showcase that places guests at the center of the sport’s past, present and future. Located at the home of the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX, Grand Prix Plaza has opened with a fully-upgraded attraction that delivers a refreshed, tech-driven journey featuring legendary artifacts, exclusive memorabilia and dynamic, hands-on activations – anchored by an all-new state-of-the-art 4D theater. For more information, contact Kirvin Doak Communications, gpp@kirvindoak.com.
COMEDIAN AND ACTOR JIMMY O. YANG RETURNS TO ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS IN SPRING 2026
Comedian, actor, and writer Jimmy O. Yang will return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas in following his successful venue debut in 2025 with back-to-back nights of his latest stand-up set, “Jimmy O. Yang Live in Vegas,” on April 3-4, 2026. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.
MADISON BEER BRINGS THE LOCKET TOUR TO FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS
Two-time GRAMMY-nominated and platinum-selling artist Madison Beer has announced the Locket tour, including a Las Vegas stop at BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas on June 13, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com.
RUSSELL DICKERSON COMES TO PH LIVE AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT & CASINO
Multi-Platinum chart-topper and Triple Tigers entertainer Russell Dickerson will perform at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on May 22, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.
ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS FEATURES EXCLUSIVE COMEDIC RESIDENCIES AND CAN’T-MISS TOURING ACTS IN 2026
Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas serves as a comedy destination in 2026. In partnership with AEG Presents Las Vegas, comedy fans can plan their lineup of can’t-miss acts, including exclusive residency performances, in-demand touring acts, and up-and-coming talents. The comedy roster features the return of beloved Las Vegas headliners Sebastian Maniscalco, Jim Gaffigan, and Nate Bargatze, comedy and screen legends like Ali Wong and Jimmy O. Yang, and unparalleled acts like Andrew Santino, Matteo Lane, and others. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.
SUMMER WALKER BRINGS STILL FINALLY OVER IT TOUR TO T-MOBILE ARENA
GRAMMY-nominated R&B songstress Summer Walker has announced her highly anticipated 2026 Still Finally Over It tour, featuring a Las Vegas stop at T-Mobile Arena on June 26. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Scott Ghertner, MGM Resorts International, sghertner@mgmresorts.com.
ANDREW DICE CLAY: LIVE IN CONCERT COMES TO THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS
Andrew Dice Clay: Live in Concert is coming to The Palazzo Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on March 28, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, publicrelations@venetianlasvegas.com.
A$AP ROCKY BRINGS DON’T BE DUMB WORLD TOUR TO MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA
Multi-hyphenate artist, entrepreneur, actor and fashion icon, A$AP Rocky, has announced his 2026 tour, Don’t Be Dumb World Tour. The 42-date tour, promoted by Live Nation, will feature a Las Vegas stop at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on June 26, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Allyson Wadman, MGM Resorts International, awadman@mgmresorts.com.
“JIM HENSON’S LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT” TOUR VISITS THE PEARL CONCERT THEATER AT PALMS CASINO RESORT LAS VEGAS
After a global run to nearly 100 cities, the highly anticipated return of Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert is set to visit the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort on Oct. 25, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Celena Haas, CHS Communications, celena@chscomms.com.
BLAKE SHELTON ADDS EIGHT NEW DATES AT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE
With overwhelming fan demand, country music’s unabashed ambassador, Blake Shelton, has announced eight additional performances of his acclaimed Live in Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. The newly added show dates include May 6, 8-9, 13, 15-16, 21, 24, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.
FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH BRINGS 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR TO MICHELOB ULTRA ARENA
Multi-platinum powerhouse Five Finger Death Punch has announced the first leg of their 2026-2027 world tour, featuring a Las Vegas stop at Michelob ULTRA Arena on Sept. 19, 2026. Platinum-certified outlaw country musician Cody Jinks will join the tour as special guest. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Scott Ghertner, MGM Resorts International, sghertner@mgmresorts.com.
JIMMY CARR RETURNS TO ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS WITH “JIMMY CARR: LAUGHS FUNNY”
Following a sold-out debut in 2025, world-renowned comedian Jimmy Carr will return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for a performance of his critically acclaimed tour, “Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny” on July 10, 2026. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com
JOSH GATES LIVE! RETURNS TO CRISS ANGEL THEATER AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT & CASINO
Josh Gates Live! will return for an evening of legends, mysteries and tales of adventure at the Criss Angel Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on June 26, 2026. For more information, contact Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.
MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL GALLOPS INTO THE YEAR OF THE HORSE WITH CULTURAL DISPLAYS AND EXPERIENCES
MGM Resorts International celebrates Lunar New Year 2026, the Year of the Horse, with a spectacular Bellagio Conservatory display, an exciting dragon and lion dance and delicious dining options. For more information, contact Haley Ben Moshe, MGM Resorts International, hben@mgmresorts.com.
ALICE COOPER & CRISS ANGEL ANNOUNCE ADDITIONAL DATES FOR “WELCOME TO OUR NIGHTMARE” AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT & CASINO
After three sold-out shows, Alice Cooper and Criss Angel have announced an additional two show dates. Shows have been added on April 2; May 21, 2026. For more information, contact Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.
M RESORT SPA CASINO ANNOUNCE STONE TEMPLE PILOTS PERFORMING AT M POOL
M Resort Spa Casino has announced powerhouse live performers for their highly anticipated 2026 Concert Series at the electric poolside venue, M Pool. Launching the season in epic fashion, Stone Temple Pilots will take the stage at M Pool on July 25, 2026. For more information, contact Chandra Stepanovich, Dandelion PR, chandra@dandelionpr.com.
THE MOB MUSEUM UNVEILS LAS VEGAS FILM EXHIBITION EXPLORING HOW HOLLYWOOD SHAPED LAS VEGAS’ GLOBAL IMAGE AND EXPANDS GLOBAL ACCESS WITH TWO DIGITAL HISTORY EXHIBITS
The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, has debuted an on-site exhibition examining how Hollywood helped create the enduring image of Las Vegas. Separately, and as part of a broader access initiative, the Museum has also expanded public access to its collections worldwide through two new, free online exhibits supported by a Las Vegas Centennial Commission grant. For more information, contact Erika Pope, The Vox Agency, erika@thevoxagency.com.
CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT PUTS THE SPOTLIGHT ON SAVINGS WITH “3 FOR $149 CAESARS SHOW PACKAGE”
Caesars Entertainment is kicking off the year with its new “3 for $149 Caesars Show Package,” providing deals on several live shows across the heart of the Strip. The bundled ticket offer gives guests the chance to mix and match three different shows of their choice for just $149. A few shows that are participating in this offer include: Laugh Factory, RuPaul’s Drag Race Live!, Donny Osmond, and more. For a complete list and for more information, contact Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
THE WAIT IS OVER: HEARTHSTONE KITCHEN & CELLAR RETURNS TO RED ROCK CASINO RESORT & SPA
The beloved neighborhood favorite officially opened to the public on Jan. 30, 2026, ushering in a new era for the restaurant that built a devoted following during its nearly decade-long run. Reclaiming its original 6,500-square-foot home, Hearthstone returns with a fully reimagined interior designed to feel both familiar and elevated. The refreshed space features a redesigned dining room, an expanded bar with classic bar games, and inviting lounge, creating a warm, versatile setting for everything from weeknight dinners to milestone celebrations. For more information, contact Wicked Creative, cliquedininglv@wickedcreative.com.
FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF ITS HIGHLY POPULAR SIGNATURE SERIES CLASSES IN 2026
Fontainebleau Las Vegas has announced the return of its immersive and interactive Signature Series in 2026. Tailored to locals and visitors, these exclusive classes offer an inside look at the tips and techniques behind the luxury resort’s acclaimed culinary, beverage and wellness collection. Highlights of the series schedule include Discover Dim Sum on Feb. 28, 2026; The Art of Sushi on March 10, 2026; Art of the Grill on April 25, 2026; Mums & Moms on May 10, 2026. For the complete class list and for more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com.
BELLAGIO DEBUTS REIMAGINED FOUNTAINSIDE SPECTACLE AT THE MAYFAIR SUPPER CLUB
Following a complete creative reimagination, The Mayfair Supper Club at Bellagio Resort & Casino returns with an all-new production and an expanded culinary and cocktail program, ushering in a bold new chapter for the resort’s coveted dinnertainment experience. Overlooking the Fountains of Bellagio, The Mayfair once again sets the scene for a glamorous Las Vegas night where dinner and live performances share the spotlight. Produced by award-winning Outside The Box Amusements, the new dreamlike spectacle builds throughout the evening with live music, choreography and unexpected moments, paired with culinary creations that elevate classic supper club fare through international influences. For more information, contact Robert Flicker, Kirvin Doak Communications, rflicker@kirvindoak.com and Kristiana Streuber, MGM Resorts International, kstreuber@mgmresorts.com.
ARTS DISTRICT CRAFT COCKTAIL CRAWL DEBUTS TO SPOTLIGHT LAS VEGAS’ MOST TRAILBLAZING BARS, LOUNGES, AND SPEAKEASIES
Vegas-born, award-winning Lip Smacking Foodie Tours has announced its newest luxury culinary experience, the Arts District Craft Cocktail Crawl. The 2-hour experience, exclusively for those 21 years and older, visits hidden gems located within Las Vegas’ coveted Arts District. For more information, contact Donald Contursi, Lip Smacking Foodie Tours, don@lipsmackingfoodietours.com.
LATEST BEYOND VEGAS
DAM SHORT FILM FESTIVAL RETURNS FEB. 2026 IN DOWNTOWN BOULDER CITY
Nevada’s largest film festival, the 22nd Annual Dam Short Film Festival, returns to screen more than 150 short films from Feb. 11-16, 2026, in the Elaine K. Smith Building in downtown Boulder City, Nevada. With over two decades of successfully entertaining audiences, the Dam Short Film Festival will showcase 32 carefully selected thematic 60- to 90-minute program blocks in categories including Animation, Comedy, Documentary, Drama, Horror (presented on Friday the 13th), International, Sci-Fi, Nevada, Love & Romance (presented on Valentine’s Day), and Underground. This cultural experience features films from countries like Belgium, Finland, Georgia, India, France, Ireland, Sweden, Japan, Greece, and many more with this year’s trailer created and presented by local film company, Desert Cactus Films. For more information, contact Alex Gilbert, Authentic Public Relations, alex@authenticpublicrelations.com.
BIG LAUGHS AND BIG HAIR ROCK TAKE OVER LAUGHLIN AS MATT RIFE AND GREAT WHITE & SLAUGHTER ANNOUNCE 2026 SHOWS
Edgewater Casino Resort continues its standout entertainment lineup with two must-see events, welcoming stand-up comedian Matt Rife to the Laughlin Event Center on May 9, 2026, followed by a night of classic hard rock as Great White and Slaughter take the stage at The Edge Pavilion on June 6, 2026. For more information, contact Wicked Creative, laughlin@wickedcreative.com.
RESORT UPDATES
CANADIAN DOLLARS GO FURTHER IN LAS VEGAS: CIRCA, THE D AND GOLDEN GATE TO HONOR $1 CAD AS $1 USD NOW THROUGH AUG. 31
Under the At Par program, eligible Canadian guests receive $1 USD in value for every $1 CAD spent, regardless of daily exchange rates. Available across these three downtown Las Vegas properties, the effort removes one of the biggest financial barriers to U.S. leisure travel and makes it easier for Canadian visitors to focus on what matters most: entertainment, hospitality and fun. For more information, contact Kirvin Doak, circa@kirvindoak.com.
CAESARS PALACE WELCOMES A NEW ERA OF OPULENCE AS IT UNVEILS ALL-NEW PRESIDENTIAL VILLAS AND SKY VILLAS
As Caesars Palace celebrates 60 years of grandeur, the iconic resort is ushering in a new era of luxury on the Las Vegas Strip. Caesars Palace has debuted two all-new Presidential Villas in the Colosseum Tower and 29 Sky Villas in the Octavius Tower. Designed by Peter Silling & Associates, these suites blend European artistry with modern sophistication and are now available for the public to stay. For more information, contact Kristin Soo Hoo, Caesars Entertainment, ksoohoo@caesars.com.
SUNSET STATION UNVEILS NEW CASINO BAR AND CONTINUES PROPERTY-WIDE REFRESH WITH GAUDI BAR AND CASINO PIT RENOVATION
Sunset Station continues to enhance its property experience with the unveiling of an all-new stunning casino bar occupying the former Club Madrid space and renovating the iconic Gaudi Bar in the heart of the casino floor alongside the neighboring table games pit. For more information, contact Alex Acuna, Station Casinos, alex.acuna@stationcasinos.com and Allied Global Marketing, scmediarequest@alliedglobalmarketing.com.
FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS ADDS BORING COMPANY VEGAS LOOP STATION, EXPANDING COMPLIMENTARY RIDESHARE OPTIONS FOR BUSINESS AND LEISURE TRAVEL
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is now home to the Boring Company’s newest Vegas Loop station terminal, making it the only Las Vegas resort to currently offer complimentary Loop transportation for guests. The new station provides free, seamless travel to all Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) station terminals and select resort corridor destinations. The all-new Loop station is located on level V-1 at Fontainebleau Las Vegas’ South Valet. From the resort, Vegas Loop vehicles connect guests into the underground tunnel system via the Riviera Loop station at the LVCC West Hall, helping reduce travel times for convention attendees while improving connectivity across the Strip’s resort corridor. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com.
DURANGO CASINO & RESORT BEGINS NORTH PROPERTY EXPANSION
Durango Casino & Resort has begun construction on the third phase of its expansion on the north side of the property, marking the next major milestone in the destination’s long-term master plan. The expansion will include 275,000 additional square-feet to the podium adding a lively mix of new gaming, dining, entertainment and recreational amenities designed to further enhance the guest experience in southwest Las Vegas. It will also include San Diego’s wildly popular Moonshine Flats two-story, 29,000 square foot entertainment venue. Construction is underway and expected to take approximately 18 months to complete and will cost an estimated $385 million. All existing resort amenities will remain open and accessible during the construction period with minimal disruption to guests. More details about the project will be announced in the coming months. For more information, contact Allied Global Marketing, scmediarequest@alliedglobalmarketing.com.
SPORTS
USA PICKLEBALL GOLDEN TICKET HEADS TO THE PLAZA HOTEL AND CASINO
USA Pickleball will return to Las Vegas with the USA Pickleball Golden Ticket – Las Vegas presented by Tommy Bahama, bringing one of the organization’s premier qualifying events back to the city after a highly successful 2024 tournament. The event will take place Feb. 18-22, 2026, at the Plaza Hotel and Casino in downtown Las Vegas, offering athletes a new venue and an elevated tournament experience. For more information, contact Amy Maier, The Warren Group, amy@twgpr.com.
FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS HOSTS VECHAIN POWER SLAP 18: WOLVERINE VS. DA CRAZY HAWAIIAN PRESENTED BY MONSTER ENERGY
Fontainebleau Las Vegas will host Vechain Power Slap 18: Wolverine vs. Da Crazy Hawaiian, Presented by Monster Energy, on March 6, 2026, and it will be streamed live and free to a global audience on Power Slap’s YouTube channel. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com and Gwen Gabrielson, UFC, ggabrielson@ufc.com.
WWE® & FANATICS ANNOUNCE RETURN OF WWE WORLD AT WRESTLEMANIA® 42 IN LAS VEGAS
WWE, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, and Fanatics officially announced details for WWE World at WrestleMania 42, a five-day interactive fan experience taking place from April 16-20, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center South Hall in Las Vegas. For more information, contact WWE, press@wwe.com.
WEDDING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD
WEDDING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD™ LAS VEGAS PREDICTS POPULAR WEDDING DATES IN 2026
The Wedding Capital of the World™ Las Vegas has announced the most popular anticipated wedding dates for 2026. Conducting more destination weddings than any other place on the planet and known for its myriad ways to wed – from quaint, convenient elopements at iconic wedding chapels, to elaborate weddings at extravagant resorts, to romantic nuptials set in stunning natural landscapes – the Office of the County Clerk has decades of data to help it predict this year’s special dates. Highly desired dates for 2026 Las Vegas weddings include unique numerical patterns, often called “magic dates,” as well as notable holidays and other trendy events. Examples include 2/26/26, 6/2/26, 6/6/26, 6/26/26, and more. For a complete list and for more information, contact Desiree Vontur, The Vox Agency, desiree@thevoxagency.com.