Where Can an Older Couple Go for Entertainment in Las Vegas?

I have enjoyed the nightlife of Las Vegas since the ‘90s. As I am getting closer to my 50s, the nightclub scene is getting a little young for me. What is the equivalent for a married couple who wants to enjoy cocktails or a bottle of champagne short of going to one of the big nightclubs?

We ran a version of this question in July; it was about casino lounges.

The lounges, in our opinion, are among the great entertainment bargains in Las Vegas. Practically any one will do for live music and drinking and you can pick and choose from hundreds of them; we list exactly 306 of them on our Casino Bars and Lounges pages.

And out last poll was about the lounges; here's the link to the results of that.

Most have neither cover charge nor drink minimum. Being free, of course, they fill up fast, especially on the weekends, but if you arrive early enough, you're in for a fun night out that can be as inexpensive or expensive as you like, depending on your beverages of choice and their number.

In the previous QoD, we listed Voodoo Lounge at the Rio, Roxy's at Sam's Town, Lily Lounge at Bellagio, Vista Lounge at Caesars, O'Sheas Pub at the LINQ, Whiskey Down at MGM Grand, 107 Sky Lounge at the Strat (no cover charge and no charge to take the elevator up, though drinks are, as you might imagine, very expensive), the Gaudi Bar at Sunset Station, and the Bourbon Street Lounge at the Orleans.

In the comments on that page, Eric recommended the free Pop Strings Orchestra on Friday and Saturday nights (two drink minimum for a 14-piece ensemble, including seven strings); Sheila cited Gilley's at TI and the Scotty Alexander Band (no cover before 9 p.m.); and Dave told us about Rush Lounge at the Golden Nugget (rock/dance band on weekends and Elvis and Rod Stewart impersonators).

Digging a little deeper, we uncovered the Palazzo’s Label Lounge, with Sinatra-style performers, pianists, and saxophonists every night of the week from 9:15 p.m. to 1 a.m.

And for a real old-time Vegas locals experience, head down to the Bootlegger Bistro, a Vegas institution for decades, at 7700 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Their motto is, "You never know who's going to show up!" Just a few of the performers have included Tony Orlando, Jack Jones, Tony Curtis, Clint Holmes, Kelly Clinton, Frankie Avalon, and Sonny Charles. The restaurant is open 24 hours and serves classic Italian fare.

Do a little research on our bars and lounges pages, then google the current schedules, and impress your wife with your extensive knowledge of the age-appropriate Las Vegas bargain-entertainment scene.

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Annie Sep-23-2019

Remembering Bob Stupak

"107 Sky Lounge at the Strat (no cover charge and no charge to take the elevator up)." 

But if crafty Bob Stupak, ingenious pioneer of the misleading Vegas "free deal" were still running the show, taking the elevator down would cost $29.95.

Gene Brown Sep-23-2019

Tipping Slot Attentants

How much should one tip slots attendants after receiving a hand paid jackpot? Should it be a certain percentage rate or what and is it a general expectation of the winner?

O2bnVegas Sep-23-2019

off topic-tipping

Though this is off topic, and Deke may possibly revive this for a QOD, I'll give my 2 cents.  Somewhere along the line it became customary to tip for a hand pay, but it isn't a requirement.  Nothing will happen if you don't tip.  If you are the type who tips, you may feel fine tipping $5 or more (or less).  Some will say base it on a percentage of the amount won.  I don't do that. I tip whatever is handy in my purse, often $5 or $10, sharing the wealth, etc.  Remember that you are tipping for the service, not because you won.  Attendants act equally appreciative of $5 as they do for more.  And I don't sweat multiple attendants involved in the transaction.  The one who counts out the money gets the tip.  Whether the one keeps it or shares it, not my concern.  Hope that helps.  Now, should I hit Megabucks???? Hmmm?

Texas Transplant Sep-23-2019

Mac King Show

Not exactly fancy and maybe not what you would normally think of, but Mac King at Harrahs is a great magic and comedy show. You can get some drinks and laugh a lot. 

Also has an LVA MRB coupon

Roy Furukawa Sep-23-2019

Old Timer...

Since I fall near that category of late 40's (I won't say which way :D), the one thing I have been trying to do is see all the concerts/shows of my yesteryear. I've seen Manilow, Donny and Marie, Air Supply, The Bee Gees tribute show at Luxor, thankfully saw Olivia Newton-John, and will be going to see The Eagles one last time and also thankfully saw them before Glenn Frey passed away. This is the rub, most of the 70's/80's singers/bands are nearing the end, so I'd say seeing some of these acts have few precious performances left.

Deborah Benton Sep-23-2019

A local's recommendation

I am puzzled as to why you would overlook the Smith Center, specifically Myron's Cabaret, a lovely 240 seat venue close to Downtown and easy to access.  Free parking!!  Plus, extremely reasonable prices for a fantastic night out with folks of all ages.  No smoking!!  No obligation to buy food/drinks, but they are available, at fair prices.  Most shows are 90 minutes.  Tickets can be as low as $16 per person.  
And, did I mention, free parking and NO smoking.

Question of the Day - 23 September 2019

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