ENTERTAINMENT
BEYONCÉ REVEALS HIGHLY ANTICIPATED LAS VEGAS SHOWS AT ALLEGIANT STADIUM
BEYONCÉ has announced the COWBOY CARTER TOUR will feature back-to-back Las Vegas performances on July 25-26, 2025 at Allegiant Stadium. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Justin Malabed, jmalabed@allegiantstadium.com.
ALANIS MORISSETTE ANNOUNCES NEW LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY AT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE
Seven-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist Alanis Morissette has announced a new Las Vegas residency, Alanis Morissette: Las Vegas 2025, at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, with eight performances Oct. 15, 17-18, 22, 24-25; Nov. 1-2, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.
LADY GAGA BRINGING ‘THE MAYHEM BALL’ TOUR TO T-MOBILE ARENA
14-time GRAMMY Award-winner Lady Gaga has officially announced ‘The MAYHEM Ball’ will kick off with two performances in Las Vegas at T-Mobile Arena on July 16 & 18, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Scott Ghertner, MGM Resorts International, sghertner@mgmresorts.com.
INSOMNIAC AND TOMORROWLAND JOIN FORCES FOR A GROUNDBREAKING NEW EXPERIENCE, “UNITY,” AT SPHERE IN LAS VEGAS
US-Based Insomniac and Belgium’s Tomorrowland, two of the world’s most iconic music festival creators, are joining forces for an unprecedented collaboration: UNITY. Debuting at Sphere in Las Vegas on Aug. 29-31, 2025, this groundbreaking audiovisual spectacle will immerse attendees in a new dimension of music and storytelling via state-of-the-art technology from the world’s most advanced entertainment venue. For more information, contact Sphere PR, spherepr@thesphere.com.
PITBULL ADDS TWO NEW DATES FOR HIS RESIDENCY AT FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS
GRAMMY-winning global superstar Pitbull has added two more shows to his “Pitbull: Vegas After Dark The Residency” at BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on May 9-10, 2025. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com and Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com.
STEVE MARTIN AND MARTIN SHORT MAKE THEIR RETURN TO ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS WITH BACK-TO-BACK PERFORMANCES IN OCTOBER
Comedic icons Steve Martin and Martin Short have announced their return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas this Fall as they team up once again for “The Dukes of Funnytown!” After successful, sold-out performances in 2023, Martin and Short will once again entertain fans with their high-energy, back-to-back performances on Oct. 10-11, 2025. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.
EARTH, WIND & FIRE TO RETURN TO THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS FOR NINE-SHOW LIMITED ENGAGEMENT
The legendary music group Earth, Wind & Fire will return to The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas for a nine-show limited engagement this fall. Dates include Oct. 10-12, 15, 17-18, 22, 24-25, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, publicrelations@venetianlasvegas.com.
HAWTHORNE HEIGHTS TO RETURN TO THE STRAT’S SWIM & SOCIAL POOL FOR A HIGH-ENERGY POOLSIDE PERFORMANCE THIS SPRING
Emo icons Hawthorne Heights are returning to The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower’s Swim & Social for two nights of electrifying live music on May 2-3, 2025. Following a sold-out performance last fall, the renowned band will deliver back-to-back high-energy afternoon performances. For more information, contact Taylor Goldberg, Wicked Creative, ge@wickedcreative.com.
FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE WELCOMES THE RETURN OF ‘COUNTRY’S NEXT BIG THING’
Fremont Street Experience and 95.5 The Bull have announced the return of ‘Country’s Next Big Thing,’ a one-of-a-kind collaboration that highlights up-and-coming country artists. The ongoing partnership is a part of Fremont Street’s free entertainment lineup and amplifies the voices of rising stars in country music. Performance lineup includes Bryan Martin on April 22 and Meghan Patrick on May 14, with additional performances to be announced. For more information, contact George Karvounidis, Kirvin Doak Communications, gkarvounidis@kirvindoak.com.
MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS LAS VEGAS GOES RETRO THIS SPRING
Get ready for a blast from the past at Museum of Illusions Las Vegas. Guests can immerse themselves in an interactive journey through the ‘90s and early 2000s, where nostalgia meets mind-bending illusions. From retro games to brain-teasing exhibits with a vintage twist, this limited-time experience invites visitors to challenge minds and relive the iconic moments of the past. For more information, contact Devin Deatherage, Kirvin Doak Communications, ddeatherage@kirvindoak.com.
“JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE” NOW OPEN AT AREA15
Fans can see if they have what it takes to complete a mission in the captivating world of John Wick as part of the JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE, a new immersive attraction at AREA15, the world’s first purpose-built immersive entertainment district located minutes from the Las Vegas Strip. The JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE blends more than a dozen highly themed cinematic rooms, live interactions and interactive gameplay to create an immersive journey that transcends reality and challenges wit, skill and nerve. As guests step through the doors of the JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE, they find themselves in the fantastical underworld of John Wick, where they must navigate an all-new, high-stakes adventure. For more information, contact Megan Fazio, Neon PR Studios, megan@neonprstudios.com.
FOUR 2025 FALL SHOWS ADDED FOR EAGLES LIVE IN CONCERT AT SPHERE
The Eagles have added four additional shows to the band’s residency at SPHERE in Las Vegas this fall, Sept. 5-6, 12-13, 2025. The Sphere residency, now featuring a total of 36 shows, offers fans the ultimate connection to the band’s legendary catalog in an immersive experience. For more information, contact Sphere PR, spherepr@thesphere.com.
GLOBAL SUPERSTAR CHRIS BROWN BRINGING ‘BREEZY BOWL XX’ WORLD TOUR TO ALLEGIANT STADIUM
Two-time GRAMMY-winning global R&B superstar Chris Brown has announced his Breezy Bowl XX Tour, featuring a stop in Las Vegas at Allegiant Stadium on Sept. 20, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Justin Malabed, jmalabed@allegiantstadium.com.
SIR ROD STEWART ANNOUNCES SIX ADDITIONAL DATES AT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE
After celebrating the grand opening of “The Encore Shows” and his 200th performance at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in March, two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducted singer, songwriter and performer Rod Stewart has announced six additional Las Vegas shows, by popular demand. New concert dates include Sept. 24, 26-27; Oct. 1, 3-4, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.
DAVID BLAINE ANNOUNCES NINE SHOW EXTENSION OF DAVID BLAINE: LIVE IN LAS VEGAS AT ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS
David Blaine, the world’s most iconic illusionist, endurance artist, and mentalist – has announced a nine show extension of his critically-acclaimed production, David Blaine: Live in Las Vegas. Blaine will return to the stage at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for new performance dates July 23, 25-26; Sept. 17, 19-20; and Nov. 12, 14-15, 2025. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, aeg@giantnoise.com.
DONNY OSMOND EXTENDS RESIDENCY AT HARRAH’S LAS VEGAS
Legendary entertainer and music icon Donny Osmond has announced the extension to his award-winning residency inside Harrah’s Showroom at Harrah’s Las Vegas through November 2025. In a featured and groundbreaking moment in the show, Osmond leans into a growing technology trend by grabbing control of his Artificial Intelligence (AI) likeness to create a magical and memorable concert going experience for fans. Using state-of-the-art technology, original multi-track audio recordings from over 50 years ago and original footage from the 1970s, the worldwide song sensation "Puppy Love" is reimagined with AI to recreate and celebrate the 1972 hit. Audiences uniquely experience a special performance of Osmond in duet and a 3-D AI version of his 14-year-old self, live on stage. Additional performance dates include Aug. 26-30; Sept. 2-6, 9-13, 16-20, 23-27; Oct. 7-11, 14-18, 21-25; and Nov. 4-8, 11-15, 2025. For more information, contact Robert Jarrett, Caesars Entertainment, rjarrett@caesars.com.
RINGO STARR AND HIS ALL STARR BAND RETURNING TO THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS
Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band – Steve Lukather, Colin Hay, Warren Ham, Hamish Stuart and Gregg Bissonette – will return to The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas in 2025 for the third year in a row. Show dates include Sept. 17, 19-20, 24, 26-27, 2025. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, kelly@kfpublicity.com and The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, publicrelations@venetianlasvegas.com.
DAYLIGHT BEACH CLUB CRANKS UP THE HEAT WITH SADDLE CLUB SATURDAYS
DAYLIGHT Beach Club, the award-winning dayclub at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, is turning up the volume with Saddle Club, a brand-new Saturday bash where country grit meets EDM hits. Kicking off at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, the high-octane celebration will fuse twang and bass, delivering an unforgettable party under the Vegas sun. For more information, contact Richard Robinson, Wicked Creative, cliquenightlife@wickedcreative.com.
“LIONEL RICHIE: KING OF HEARTS” EXTENDED FOR SIX ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCES AT ENCORE THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS THROUGH OCT. 2025
Ahead of his sold-out performances this April, international music legend Lionel Richie announces the extension of his headlining residency, “Lionel Richie: King of Hearts,” at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas into Fall 2025. One of the venue’s longest-running and most successful headliners, Richie will bring his award-winning hits to the intimate venue for six additional dates in October 2025: October 15, 17-18, 22, 24-25, 2025; all shows at 8 p.m. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise aeg@giantnoise.com.
LYNYRD SKYNYRD COMING TO THE PEARL CONCERT THEATER AT PALMS CASINO RESORT LAS VEGAS AUGUST 2, 2025
Rock legends and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Lynyrd Skynyrd will perform at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, at 8 p.m. Presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning Friday, April 4 at 10 a.m. PT. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity kelly@kfpublicity.com or Celena Haas, CHS Communications celena@chscomms.com.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
CHEF JAMES TREES DEBUTS MODERN FRENCH RESTAURANT IN THE ARTS DISTRICT
Co-owners James Trees, Keith Bracewell and Michael McGraw have announced the opening of their new Arts District French restaurant Bar Boheme. The 120 seat restaurant will serve modern French brasserie cuisine paired with a robust list of French wines and classic cocktails. With wide windows overlooking the bustling Main Street corridor in the Las Vegas Arts District, Bar Boheme will mix urban glamor with French Riviera vibes, accented by a zebra marble bar, bohemian-inspired chandeliers and floral wall decor. The exotically energetic dining room sets the perfect backdrop for contemporary French fare. The restaurant also offers an open terrace overlooking a private grassy espace vert, ideal for special events, intimate weddings or impromptu gatherings. For more information, contact Danielle Whitaker Buma, Feast of Friends, danielle@thefeastoffriends.com.
THE COSMOPOLITAN OF LAS VEGAS TEASES NAUGHTY PATTY’S ARRIVAL THIS SUMMER
Naughty Patty’s, a sizzling fast casual burger concept created by The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, will open in the late summer 2025 as a new addition to Block 16 Urban Food Hall. Designed to tempt, tease and satisfy with just the right amount of mischief, Naughty Patty’s will deliver crave-worthy classics with a saucy spin that will leave Las Vegas visitors and locals begging for more. For more information, contact Allissa Williams, Kirvin Doak Communications, awilliams@kirvindoak.com and Suzie Rugh, MGM Resorts International, srugh@mgmresorts.com.
FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS’ POOLSIDE RESTAURANT LA CÔTE OPENING APRIL 10
La Côte, Fontainebleau Las Vegas’ al fresco dining destination, is opening on April 10, 2025, and for the first time, it will be open to both resort guests and visitors. The French-Mediterranean culinary hotspot will be open for breakfast, brunch and lunch – featuring both an à la carte and three-course prix-fixe lunch menu within a picturesque poolside setting. For more information, contact Fontainebleau Las Vegas, pr@fblasvegas.com.
CHÉRI ROOFTOP’S NIGHTLIFE EXPERIENCE, “CHÉRI AFTER DARK” DEBUTS THIS SPRING
Perched within the iconic Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas, Chéri Rooftop is set to redefine late-night revelry with the debut of Chéri After Dark, an elevated nightlife experience launching in April 2025. Overlooking the dazzling Las Vegas Strip, this Parisian-inspired rooftop will transform as the night unfolds, offering guests an intimate, yet vibrant, atmosphere high above the city lights. With world-class cocktails, VIP bottle service, live DJ performances and an enchanting setting reminiscent of a secret garden in the heart of Paris, Chéri After Dark promises an unforgettable nightlife escape. For more information, contact Kelli Maruca, Agency702, kelli@agency702.com.
NOMIKAI SUSHI BAR DEBUTS AT THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS
The sushi bar at Nomikai, the latest dining destination at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, is now open. Bringing the spirited magic of Tokyo directly to the Las Vegas Strip, Nomikai is inspired by the beloved Japanese tradition of its namesake, where friends and colleagues come together to enjoy food and drinks in a vibrant setting. Offering two distinct experiences, part intimate sushi restaurant and speakeasy, part lively sushi counter, the latter is now open within the resort’s iconic Restaurant Row. For more information, contact Saint Public Relations, info@saintpublicrelations.com and Magrino PR, thevenetian@magrinopr.com.
LIP SMACKING FOODIE TOURS DEBUTS MGM GRAND LIP SMACKING TOUR
Experience the exquisite culinary delights of one of Las Vegas' most iconic resorts, the MGM Grand. The MGM Grand Lip Smacking Foodie Tour features three renowned restaurants to enjoy a parade of signature dishes at each one, including unforgettable desserts at the end. The tour features a stop at Morimoto, Craftsteak and Luchini in this 2.5-hour guided culinary tour. For more information, contact Donald Contursi, Lip Smacking Foodie Tours, don@lipsmackingfoodietours.com.
"PATIO" TO OPEN POOLSIDE AT M RESORT SPA CASINO
M Resort Spa Casino proudly announces Patio, an all-new outdoor dining experience opening April 4, 2025. Located adjacent to the M Pool, Patio will provide a premier gathering space just in time for the warmer months. Guests can expect a vibrant atmosphere with plush lounge seating, ambient string lighting, and their favorite live entertainment playing on every corner - creating a lively yet relaxed setting. For more information, contact Chandra Stepanovich, Dandelion PR, chandra@dandelionpr.com.
LATEST BEYOND VEGAS
COUNTRY SUPERSTAR MIRANDA LAMBERT SET TO ROCK LAUGHLIN EVENT CENTER WITH MUST-SEE PERFORMANCE
Aquarius Casino Resort and Edgewater Casino Resort will feature three-time Grammy winner Miranda Lambert on the Laughlin Event Center stage on Sept. 27, 2025. For more information, contact Laura Chavez, Wicked Creative, laughlin@wickedcreative.com.
RESORT UPDATES
LISA VANDERPUMP BRINGS HER SIGNATURE STYLE AND SOPHISTICATION TO THE VANDERPUMP HOTEL, SET TO DAZZLE THE LAS VEGAS STRIP EARLY 2026
Caesars Entertainment and Lisa Vanderpump are partnering to bring a bold, new brand and an original concept to the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. The Cromwell, the standalone boutique hotel on the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road, will undergo a complete renovation and transition into a first-of-its-kind destination, The Vanderpump Hotel, in early 2026. For more information, contact Kala Peterson, Caesars Entertainment, kpeterson1@caesars.com.
PLAZA HOTEL & CASINO TO AGAIN LIGHT UP THE DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS SKY WITH WELCOME TO THE WEEKEND FIREWORKS, EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT THIS SUMMER
After the rave reviews and enormous excitement for last summer’s Welcome to the Weekend Summer Friday Fireworks Shows at the Plaza Hotel & Casino, the iconic property in downtown Las Vegas will bring back the live fireworks shows on Friday nights at 9:15 p.m., from May 2 through Sept. 26, 2025. For more information, contact Amy Maier, The Warren Group, amy@twgpr.com.
WESTGATE LAS VEGAS RESORT & CASINO UNVEILS THE “LUCKY BUNNY SUITE”
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino proudly introduces the Lucky Bunny Suite, an opulent and playfully seductive retreat curated in collaboration with Playboy Playmate, actress, model, and Las Vegas Raider’s sommelier, Sandi Taylor. The Lucky Bunny Suite joins Westgate’s extensive lineup of extraordinary accommodations, from themed fantasy suites that transport guests to exotic worlds, to the legendary Sky Villas—some of the largest and most extravagant hotel suites in the world. Designed for those who crave glamor, indulgence, and a touch of intrigue, the 1611-square-foot, one-bedroom Lucky Bunny Suite with a private 235-square-foot balcony, is an immersive celebration of luxury and sensuality—one that could only exist in Las Vegas. For more information, contact Celena Haas-Stacey, celena@chscomms.com.
SPORTS
FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX ANNOUNCES EXPANDED TICKET OPTIONS, FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLANS & LOWER PRICING FOR 2025 RACE, NOV. 20-22
The newly named FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX has unveiled details for its highly anticipated race weekend, set for Nov. 20-22, 2025. With new ticket options, expanded grandstands and enhanced fan zone access, the Las Vegas Grand Prix is creating ways for even more fans to experience the excitement of F1. Single-day tickets start at $50 and three-day tickets start at $400 for General Admission in the Flamingo Zone by Caesars Rewards, marking the lowest ticket prices yet. For more information, contact Las Vegas Grand Prix, media@f1lasvegasgp.com and Kirvin Doak Communications, lvgp@kirvindoak.com.
LAS VEGAS TO MAKE ITS MARK ON A’S UNIFORM WITH OFFICIAL JERSEY PATCH
The Athletics announced on March 7 a three-year marketing partnership with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) as the “Official Travel Destination Partner,” representing a major milestone as the club prepares for its move to Southern Nevada in 2028. Debuted on Opening Day, March 27, the Athletics will wear the “Las Vegas” patch on their sleeve for all home, road and alternate jerseys during the regular season and postseason. For more information, contact Tracey Koblick, R&R Partners, tracey.koblick@rrpartners.com.
