Here in Las Vegas, July 4th is a big event over the long weekend. Celebrations will launch on Friday the 2nd and continue through Sunday night with the major fireworks displays. All times and dates are listed; please note the events, such as at the Plaza and Summerlin, on Friday the 2nd and Saturday the […]
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Vegas and the Virus
Update 5/26 — The Virus Runs its Course We began this ongoing blog last March and have reported on the COVID-19 pandemic’s effects on Las Vegas for 14 months. In following this blog, the steep recovery trajectory over the past several weeks is clear to see, and for all intents and purposes, the shutdown is […]
Cinco de Mayo in Vegas 2021
There was no partying on May 5 last year, but things are coming back in Las Vegas and there’s enough Cinco de Mayo action to justify posting a list. These are the more high-profile gatherings we were able to round up. Downtown Container Park Downtown Container Park offers a fiesta filled week of live entertainment, […]
Valentine’s Day 2021
Even in the midst of a pandemic, Valentine’s Day holds a special place on sexy Las Vegas’ calendar. Romantic restaurant meals, couples hedonism at spas, and attractions for lovers are abundant, which is fortunate, given the strict capacity limits that don’t ease up until the day after (Feb. 15). But with this year’s holiday on […]
Chinese New Year 2021 – Year of the OX
Looking to celebrate the Chinese New Year? Here are some highlights of events and celebrations going on around town. Aria In honor of the Year of the Ox, the main lobby to the Aria will be decorated with a 196-foot dragon hanging from the lobby’s ceiling and weaving its way around a money tree made […]
Big Game Parties – Las Vegas 2021
With Las Vegas still under the ‘State-Wide Pause’, Big Game Parties will be a little different than in the past. Most places are already sold out, meaning that they have already reached their 25% capacity limit, but here’s a round-up of places around the valley that are still taking reservations. Stadium Swim Big Game Viewing […]
Christmas in Vegas – 2020
Hopeful Holidays – Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Dec. 5 – Jan. 3 – 24 hours This year’s theme features a 42-foot-tall silvertip fir tree with thousands of twinkling lights, an oversized ornamental egg, four majestic horses pulling a decorated carriage, and elves preparing the queen’s quarters for the season. Palazzo Waterfall Atrium & Gardens […]
Halloween 2020
This whole year seems like one long night of ghouls and goblins, complete with masks and PPE costumes and unexpected tricks, though devoid of too many treats. Still, Halloween itself is just around the corner and though fewer events than usual are on the calendar, here are those being held on All Hallow’s Eve, the […]
St. Patrick’s Day in Las Vegas 2020
On St. Patrick’s Day, Tuesday March 17, everyone’s Irish! This is especially true in Las Vegas, which jumps on any excuse for a party, particularly if it involves beer, Irish whiskey and coffee, and fun stuff like wearing o’ the green, leprechauns, Celtic music and dance, corned beef and cabbage, banishing snakes, blarney, and of […]
Valentine’s Day 2020
There’s no shortage of special ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Las Vegas. Restaurants, spas, and attractions for lovers abound, with prix-fixe dinners for couples at the most romantic dining spots and deals and events around town for those who want to honor their love for each other. Here are some highlights to get […]
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