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Las Vegas News Briefs - May 2026

Release Date: 01 May 2026   |   Las Vegas
Live Nation Summer of Live 2026

ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT

LIVE NATION LAUNCHES “SUMMER OF LIVE” $30 TICKET PROMOTION IN LAS VEGAS
Live Nation has kicked off “Summer of Live,” a weeklong celebration offering $30 tickets to more than 4,000 shows across the U.S. and Canada, including select concerts in Las Vegas. From April 29 through May 5, fans will be able to purchase $30 all-in tickets (fees included, taxes additional) to a wide range of artists and venues by selecting the “Summer of Live Promotion” ticket type at LiveNation.com/SummerofLive. Participating Las Vegas venues will include Allegiant Stadium, BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas, The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Dolby Live at Park MGM, House of Blues Las Vegas, MGM Grand Garden Arena, Michelob ULTRA Arena, Palazzo Theatre and Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort, PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, and T-Mobile Arena, with artists ranging from 5 Seconds of Summer and Boyz II Men to Guns N’ Roses, Jonas Brothers and more. For more information, contact Erika Thomas, Live Nation Concerts, erikathomas@livenation.com.

USHER AND CHRIS BROWN TO BRING THE R&B TOUR TO ALLEGIANT STADIUM FOR TWO NIGHTS IN SEPTEMBER
GRAMMY Award-winning icons USHER and Chris Brown will unite for The R&B Tour, a 2026 co-headlining stadium run that will stop at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas for two nights on Sept. 5-6, 2026. The stadium tour will bring together two of R&B’s defining hitmakers, featuring chart-topping hits and high-energy production. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Justin Malabed, Allegiant Stadium, jmalabed@allegiantstadium.com.

DIVE IN MOVIES TO RETURN TO THE COSMOPOLITAN OF LAS VEGAS THIS SUMMER
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas will bring back its popular Dive In Movies series beginning June 8, transforming the resort’s Boulevard Pool into an open‑air cinema with films shown on a 65‑foot digital marquee high above the Las Vegas Strip. The summer-long program will pair rooftop poolside lounging with big‑screen favorites, offering a mix of nostalgic classics, family‑friendly titles, comedies and blockbusters for guests of all ages. For more information, contact Dana Castellanos, MGM Resorts International, dcastellanos@mgmresorts.com.

MICHELANGELO’S SISTINE CHAPEL: THE EXHIBITION OPENS AT THE SHOPS AT CRYSTALS
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition opened at The Shops at Crystals on April 24, 2026. The 25,000-square-foot exhibition showcases full-scale reproductions of all 34 of Michelangelo’s most celebrated frescoes from the Sistine Chapel, along with life-size sculptural representations of Moses, David and Pietà, allowing guests to experience the masterpieces up close without traveling to Rome. Designed for all ages as a must-see daytime attraction, the experience will feature the cathedral-like Last Judgment Room, photo-worthy moments, educational storytelling, audio guides and a curated retail component that together invite visitors to explore the art, history and impact of Michelangelo’s work at their own pace. For more information, contact Dakota Laurin, SBX Group, dlaurin@wearesbx.com.

LUKE BRYAN AND JASON ALDEAN BRINGING THE DOUBLE DOWN TOUR 2026 TO ALLEGIANT STADIUM
Reigning ACM Artist of the Decade Jason Aldean and five-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan have announced the “DOUBLE DOWN TOUR 2026,” an expansion of co-headlining stadium dates set to kick off this August. The tour will make a Las Vegas stop at Allegiant Stadium on Dec. 11, 2026, with openers Jon Pardi, Chase Matthew, Dee Jay Silver and DJ Rock. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity,
kelly@kfpublicity.com and Justin Malabed, Allegiant Stadium, jmalabed@allegiantstadium.com.

ILLENIUM ADDS TWO NEW ODYSSEY SHOWS AT SPHERE IN LAS VEGAS
GRAMMY-nominated electronic artist ILLENIUM will return to Sphere in Las Vegas with two additional dates of his immersive ILLENIUM Presents ODYSSEY shows on July 3-4, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Sphere, spherepr@thesphere.com.

PALMS CASINO RESORT LAUNCHES “LOST IN PARADISE SUNDAY CONCERTS” ONLY AT PALMS POOL
Palms Casino Resort is turning up the heat this summer with the launch of “Lost In Paradise Sundays,” a vibrant, music-driven poolside concert series blending live entertainment, island culture, and high-energy daytime experiences at Palms Pool. Kicking off the series on May 3, Grammy-nominated group Common Kings will headline an all-day poolside concert event. The event is free to attend for guests 21 and over. For more information, contact Celena Haas-Stacey, CHS Communications, celena@chscomms.com.

KEYSHIA COLE TO RETURN TO ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS
Grammy-nominated R&B singer and songwriter Keyshia Cole will return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas this summer with “Keyshia Cole Live at Encore.” She will perform June 26-27, 2026. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

FOREIGNER TO BRING “THE HITS UNPLUGGED” TO THE VENETIAN RESORT IN SEPTEMBER
Following a sold-out orchestral run at The Venetian Theatre earlier this year, FOREIGNER will return to The Venetian Resort Las Vegas with a special acoustic concert, “FOREIGNER: The Hits Unplugged,” on Sept. 16, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity,  kelly@kfpublicity.com and The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, publicrelations@venetianlasvegas.com.

NATE JACKSON TO HEADLINE THE THEATER AT VIRGIN HOTELS LAS VEGAS IN AUGUST
Comedian, actor, writer and digital creator Nate Jackson will return to The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas this summer for one night only with “Nate Jackson: Big Dog,” on Aug. 29, 2026. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com and Kirvin Doak Communications, virginhotelslvpress@kirvindoak.com.

LOGIC & G-EAZY TO BRING THE ENDLESS SUMMER TOUR PART II TO FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS
Multi-platinum artists Logic and G-Eazy will bring The Endless Summer Part II, their first co-headlining North American tour together since the sold-out 2016 “Endless Summer Tour,” to BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Oct. 18, 2026, with special guest Juicy J. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com and Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com.

KAROL G TO BRING “VIAJANDO POR EL MUNDO TROPITOUR” TO ALLEGIANT STADIUM IN AUGUST
KAROL G will bring her “Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour” to Allegiant Stadium on Aug. 7, 2026. The Las Vegas stop will offer fans a chance to experience her powerful live show in a stadium setting as she performs hits that have shaped her groundbreaking career. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Justin Malabed, Allegiant Stadium, jmalabed@allegiantstadium.com.

MARC ANTHONY ADDS NEW FALL 2026 DATES TO “VEGAS… MY WAY!” AT FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS
Marc Anthony’s acclaimed “VEGAS… MY WAY!” residency at BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas has expanded with eight new 2026 performance dates, following a triumphant debut and overwhelming demand. The four-time GRAMMY Award and eight-time Latin GRAMMY Award winner will return Sept. 11-13, 16, 18-19; Nov. 20-21, 2026, coinciding with Mexican Independence Day weekend, and November’s Race Week. “VEGAS… MY WAY!” offers an intimate, career-spanning show that brings audiences closer than ever to Anthony’s energy, passion and soul, as he and his dynamic live band journey through more than three decades of chart-topping English and Spanish-language hits. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com.

LOST CITY MUSEUM OPENS “A CENTURY OF LOST CITY” EXHIBITION
Lost City Museum in Southern Nevada has debuted “A Century of Lost City,” a new exhibition highlighting 100 years of archaeological discovery and preservation in the region. The exhibition showcases artifacts, archival materials and interpretive displays that trace the story of Lost City from its early excavations to present-day stewardship. “A Century of Lost City” offers a deeper look at the area’s cultural history and the communities connected to the site. For more information, contact Lauren Hudman, Elle Marketing, lauren@ellemktg.com.

BLUE ÖYSTER CULT TO PERFORM AT M RESORT SPA CASINO IN NOVEMBER
Legendary rock band Blue Öyster Cult will take the stage inside the M Pavilion at M Resort Spa Casino on Nov. 14, 2026, for a night of classic hits and hard rock energy. Fans can look forward to timeless favorite songs that span the band’s five-decade career. For more information, contact Chandra Stepanovich, Dandelion PR, chandra@dandelionpr.com.

SIEGFRIED & ROY’S ICONIC BRONZE TIGER SCULPTURE FINDS NEW HOME AT THE NEON MUSEUM
The Neon Museum has added the iconic Siegfried & Roy bronze tiger sculpture from The Mirage Hotel & Casino to its Neon Boneyard collection, giving the 15‑foot‑tall, 3,600‑pound piece a new permanent home. For more information, contact Kirvin Doak Communications, neonmuseum@kirvindoak.com.

LYNYRD SKYNYRD TO RETURN TO PEARL CONCERT THEATER AT PALMS CASINO RESORT IN OCTOBER
Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Lynyrd Skynyrd will return to the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort for a one-night-only performance on Oct. 3, 2026. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Jeff Wagner, Jeff Wagner Agency, jeff@jeffwagneragency.com.

OLD DOMINION TO BRING “OLD DOMINION. HITS. VEGAS.” BACK TO PLANET HOLLYWOOD THIS SEPTEMBER
Fresh off their 11th consecutive ACM Group of the Year nomination, Old Dominion will return to Las Vegas for a special two-night engagement, OLD DOMINION. HITS. VEGAS., at PH Live inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Sept. 4-5, 2026. For more information, contact Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com and Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com.

A BOOGIE WIT DA HOODIE TO MAKE VENUE DEBUT AT THE THEATER AT VIRGIN HOTELS LAS VEGAS IN JULY
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie will make his debut at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on July 11, 2026, with a one-night-only performance in anticipation of his forthcoming sixth studio album, Artistry. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

JEN KRAMER CELEBRATES 1,000TH PERFORMANCE AT WESTGATE LAS VEGAS
Award-winning magician Jen Kramer celebrated a major milestone as her Las Vegas residency, “The Magic of Jen Kramer,” reached its 1,000th performance at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino on April 24, 2026. Since debuting at Westgate, “The Magic of Jen Kramer” has earned a devoted following for its family-friendly appeal and Kramer’s ability to connect with audiences of all ages. For more information, contact Jeff Wagner, Jeff Wagner Agency, jeff@jeffwagneragency.com.

MORRISSEY TO BRING FOUR-NIGHT RUN TO ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS IN AUGUST
MORRISSEY will bring “MORRISSEY: Live in Concert” to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for four performances on Aug. 14-15, 18-19, 2026. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

KEITH URBAN SET TO RETURN TO FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS THIS OCTOBER
Fontainebleau Las Vegas will welcome back four-time GRAMMY Award winner Keith Urban for two performances at BleauLive Theater on Oct. 16-17, 2026. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com and Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com.

BINI TO BRING ‘SIGNALS’ WORLD TOUR TO PH LIVE AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD IN AUGUST
History-making Filipino girl group BINI will bring their ‘Signals’ World Tour to PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Aug. 8, 2026, as part of a global run. The Las Vegas performance will showcase the group’s rising international profile and will give fans the chance to experience their hit songs and dynamic choreography live on the Strip. For more information, contact Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com and Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com.

GIGI PEREZ TO MAKE VENUE DEBUT AT THE THEATER AT VIRGIN HOTELS LAS VEGAS IN AUGUST
Four-times Platinum-certified Cuban-American singer, songwriter and producer Gigi Perez will bring her “Gigi Perez Live!” North American headline tour to The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on Aug. 13, 2026, marking her venue debut. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com and Kirvin Doak Communications, virginhotelslvpress@kirvindoak.com.

JIMMY CARR ADDS THIRD ENCORE THEATER DATE AT WYNN LAS VEGAS THIS JULY
Due to overwhelming demand, world-renowned comedian Jimmy Carr will add a third performance of his critically acclaimed tour, “Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny,” at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas on July 9, 2026. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

JACK WHITE TO BRING 2026 HEADLINE TOUR TO FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS
Jack White will bring his 2026 headline tour to BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Oct. 2, 2026. The Las Vegas date will be part of a wide-ranging run of shows showcasing his acclaimed catalog and new music in an intimate theater setting on the Strip. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com and Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com.

BAILEY ZIMMERMAN TO PERFORM AT PH LIVE AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD DURING NFR WEEK
Multi-platinum country superstar Bailey Zimmerman will headline a one-night-only performance at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino Dec. 5, 2026, during Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR) week. For more information, contact Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com and Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com.

MENTALIST OZ PEARLMAN TO MAKE LAS VEGAS STRIP HEADLINING DEBUT AT ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS
World-renowned mentalist Oz Pearlman will make his Las Vegas Strip headlining debut at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas with a one-night-only performance of “Oz ‘The Mentalist’ Pearlman LIVE” on May 2, 2026. Pearlman, a breakout star on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” and Emmy Award winner for his special “Oz Knows,” will showcase his mind-reading abilities and uncanny predictions in an intimate theater setting. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.

OMAR COURTZ TO BRING “POR SI MAÑANA NO ESTOY – USA TOUR” TO FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS
Latin music breakout Omar Courtz will bring his “Por Si Mañana No Estoy – USA Tour” to BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Aug. 22, 2026. The Puerto Rican artist, known for his fearless approach to genre and storytelling, will celebrate his breakthrough sophomore album “POR SI MAÑANA NO ESTOY” with a dynamic live performance on the Strip. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com and Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

WYNN LAS VEGAS EXPANDS CONNOISSEUR BY WYNN CULINARY CLASS SERIES THROUGH SUMMER
Wynn Las Vegas has introduced a new season of Connoisseur by Wynn classes through July, offering guests intimate, ticketed experiences with the resort’s culinary and beverage experts and special guests. The seasonal lineup will feature programming such as a hands-on Danish pastry class with Pastry Chef Diego Cubas, and multiple events with Food Network star Chef Jet Tila, including a cooking demo and a Thai dining tour. Additional experiences will include a Lucci Lambrusco cocktail tasting with Ashley Graham, small-plates entertaining at La Cave Food and Wine Hideaway, an Italian cooking session “Frank’s Way” at Sinatra, a Tipsy Ice Cream Social at SW Steakhouse and a dim sum–focused class with Wing Lei’s master dim sum chef Sandy Shi, with ticket prices ranging from $175 to $395 per person. For more information, contact Nicole Starr, Wynn Las Vegas, nicole.starr@wynnlasvegas.com.

VILLA’S TACOS TO DEBUT AT DURANGO CASINO & RESORT THIS SUMMER
Villa’s Tacos will open its first location outside Los Angeles at Eat Your Heart Out inside Durango Casino & Resort this summer, bringing its Estilo Los Angeles identity to the southwest Las Vegas property. The Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand–recognized taqueria, founded by Chef Victor Villa, will add an authentic, flavor‑driven concept to Durango’s expanding culinary lineup and will be located in the space formerly occupied by Fiorella. For more information, contact Alex Acuna, Station Casinos, alex.acuna@stationcasinos.com and Allied Global Marketing at scmediarequest@alliedglobalmarketing.com.

STIX ASIA TO OPEN ASIAN FOOD HALL AT UNCOMMONS IN SOUTHWEST LAS VEGAS THIS FALL
Construction has begun on Stix Asia, Waikiki’s premier Asian food hall, at UnCommons, a 40-acre walkable campus in Southwest Las Vegas, with the highly anticipated venue slated to open this fall. The 18,000-square-foot hall will feature 12 international imports and Las Vegas-based favorites, with individually operated restaurants offering seated dining, live cooking stations and a menu spanning sushi, ramen, izakaya fare, desserts and more. For more information, contact Wicked Creative, uncommons@wickedcreative.com.

GOOD PIE TO OPEN NEW LOCATION AT RED ROCK CASINO RESORT & SPA
Brooklyn-born pizzeria Good Pie will open a new location at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa on May 11, bringing its signature Brooklyn-style, Detroit-style and Grandma pies to Las Vegas. The new outpost will serve an expanded menu of pizzas, slices, pastas and Italian‑American favorites, along with a full bar program designed for both dine-in guests and locals on the go. For more information, contact Tyler Bennett, BrandBomb PR, tyler@brandbombpr.com and Alex Acuna, Station Casinos, alex.acuna@stationcasinos.com.

RESORT UPDATES

CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT LAUNCHES INCLUSIVE SUMMER PACKAGE
Caesars Entertainment introduces its Inclusive Summer Package, offering bundled hotel stays at Harrah’s Las Vegas, The LINQ Hotel and Flamingo Las Vegas for visits from April 2026 through August 2026. The package includes a standard room starting at $200 per night for one guest, inclusive of resort fees and taxes, with each additional guest at $100 per night – plus, two meals per day at select dining outlets across the three resorts, including fast-casual and full-service restaurants by Gordon Ramsay, Bobby Flay and Guy Fieri. Guests will also receive bottomless well drinks, house wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages at select bars, 20% off cabana and daybed rentals at Influence, The Pool at The LINQ, complimentary self-parking for one vehicle per day and two anytime tickets to the High Roller Observation Wheel. The Inclusive Summer Package will be available for reservations of up to four guests and stays of up to four nights, with blackout dates and exclusions applying. For more information, contact Brooke Kaplan, Caesars Entertainment, bkaplan@caesars.com.

CIRCA TO BRING BACK ALL-IN PACKAGE FOR SUMMER 2026
Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas will bring back its All-In Package for the 2026 summer season, offering a fully bundled way to experience the adults-only property during midweek stays from May 19 through Sept. 10, 2026. The $400 package will include a two-night stay in a Single King room, a $100 dining credit valid at on-site restaurants such as Barry’s Downtown Prime, 8 East, Saginaw’s Delicatessen, Victory Burger & Wings Co. and Project BBQ, plus a $100 beverage credit redeemable at venues including Legacy Club Rooftop Cocktails, Vegas Vickie’s Cocktail Lounge, MEGA BAR, Overhang Bar and Circa Bar. Guests will also receive a reserved daybed at Stadium Swim, the resort’s year-round pool amphitheater featuring six pools and a 143-foot screen, with taxes and fees included and blackout dates applying. For more information, contact Brooke Sanchez, Circa Resort & Casino, brooke.sanchez@circalasvegas.com, and Kara Rutkin, Kirvin Doak Communications, krutkin@kirvindoak.com.

PLAZA HOTEL & CASINO TO DEBUT NEW HIGH-LIMIT GAMING ROOM DOWNTOWN
The Plaza Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas will open a new high-limit gaming room, enhancing its casino floor with an elevated experience for players. The intimate space will feature high-denomination slot machines and table games in a refined setting, along with enhanced service and amenities for guests seeking a more exclusive environment. The high-limit room will further the Plaza’s ongoing investments in its downtown property, adding another premium offering to the resort’s mix of gaming, dining and entertainment. For more information, contact Amy Maier, The Warren Group, amy@twgpr.com.

FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS ANNOUNCES RETURN OF SUN CLUB
Fontainebleau Las Vegas will debut the return of Sun Club featuring Veuve Clicquot, a poolside experience that will expand the resort’s collection of outdoor amenities in 2026. The venue will offer a mix of cabanas, daybeds and lounging areas alongside a vibrant atmosphere, food and beverage service and curated programming designed to complement the resort’s luxury positioning. Sun Club will add to Fontainebleau Las Vegas’ growing range of dining, nightlife and entertainment, giving guests another way to enjoy the property’s resort offerings. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com.

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