ENTERTAINMENT

LVCVA

Restaged and Reimagined AWAKENING Returns to Wynn Las Vegas
Awakening, a modern “only-in-Las Vegas” spectacle, returned to Wynn Las Vegas on June 30. Restaged and reimagined, Awakening features new acrobatics, soaring aerialists, and choreography to fill the multi-level stage, driven by an original musical score that is delivered through a custom sound system. For more information, contact Deanna Pettit-Irestone, Wynn Las Vegas, [email protected]. 

The Annual Enchant Christmas Tradition Continues in Las Vegas at Las Vegas Ballpark® Featuring An All-New Maze Adventure this Holiday Season
Enchant Christmas, the spectacular, multi-sensory experience returns to Las Vegas to once again light up Las Vegas Ballpark® with an all-new maze adventure this holiday season. Featuring the World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze and Village, a visit from Santa, delicious seasonal food and beverages, live entertainment, and so much more, Enchant’s dazzling, larger-than-life light displays arrive November 24 and will be open through December 31. For more information, contact Melissa Warren, The Warren Group Public Relations, [email protected]. 

David Spade and Nikki Glaser Return to The Venetian Resort Las Vegas for Exclusive Las Vegas Engagement
Comedians David Spade and Nikki Glaser are returning to Las Vegas for their exclusive engagement at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas with show dates Sept. 29-30 and Nov. 16-17. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, [email protected] or Claudine Grant, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, [email protected]. 

Rick Springfield to Return to The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod for Two Rockin’ Performances in November
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod and SPI Entertainment will welcome the return of GRAMMY Award-winning artist, Rick Springfield, to The STRAT Theater for back-to-back performances on Nov. 10-11. For more information, contact Taylor Goldberg, Wicked Creative, [email protected] or Tim Evans, The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod, [email protected]. 

Parker McCollum to Perform at The Chelsea Inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas in December
Parker McCollum, one of country music’s biggest breakout stars, is set to perform at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas for two nights over NFR weekend on Dec. 14-15. He will be joined by special guest Chancey Williams. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, [email protected] or Katharine Sherrer, MGM Resorts International, [email protected]. 

Jim Gaffigan Announces Return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas with His New “Barely Alive” Tour
Seven-time GRAMMY-nominated comedian, actor, writer, and producer Jim Gaffigan will make his highly-anticipated return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas with back-to-back shows of his all-new “Barely Alive” Tour on Dec. 8-9. For more information, contact Erica Benken, Giant Noise, [email protected]. 

Jackson Browne to Play Five-Show Limited Engagement at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas in October
Singer-songwriter Jackson Browne announces new tour dates with a five-night limited engagement at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian® Resort Las Vegas on Oct. 6-7, 11, 13-14. For more information, contact Kelly Frey, KF Publicity, [email protected] or Claudine Grant, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, [email protected].

FOOD & BEVERAGE

La Popular CDMX Opens Third U.S. Location Inside Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas
Mexico City’s restaurant group, Grupo Carolo, and California-based Eureka! Restaurant Group, have opened the third La Popular CDMX location inside Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.  Located on the casino floor, the upscale chef-driven Mexican restaurant is anchored by authentic dishes from Mexico City with a modern twist, an extensive agave-centric cocktail program and warm hospitality set in a lush, contemporary space. For more information, contact Kayla Hill-Tidball, bread & Butter, [email protected]. 

Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Sports Kitchen Opens at Horseshoe Las Vegas
Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Sports Kitchen is now open at Horseshoe Las Vegas. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the new dining concept features sports bar favorites with Guy’s signature flavor and flair. For more information, contact Rudy Cavazos, Caesars Entertainment, [email protected]. 

Award-Winning Chefs Make Las Vegas Debut at The Sundry at Uncommons, a New Destination Food Hall by Tableone Hospitality
The Sundry, a distinctive culinary experience of renowned chefs and rising stars from Las Vegas and California, opened in June. Located beyond the Las Vegas Strip at the heart of UnCommons, The Sundry showcases a curated collection of regional and international cuisine, including award-winning chefs making their Las Vegas debut. For more information, contact Stephanie Davis, [email protected].

RESORT UPDATES

Dreamscape Announces Rio Hotel & Casino Design Partners
Dreamscape Companies has announceed its partnership with four world-renown architectural and design partners Fettle, Gianpiero Gaglione Interior Design (GGID), Lifescapes International and Marnell Architecture in the renovation of the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Looking to fully takeover operations in Q4 of this year, Dreamscape’s multi-year redevelopment of the resort includes a full refresh of the 2,500 all-suite guest rooms; 150,000 square-foot casino floor; 220,000 square-foot meeting and conventions space; five acres of luxury poolside amenities and general resort areas, with the design of several new, first-to-market food and beverage concepts. For more information, contact Eirianne Kennelley, Kirvin Doak Communications, [email protected]. 

The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod Unveils Swim & Social
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod has unveiled Swim & Social, the property’s picturesque new destination to sip, swim and socialize. For more information, contact Taylor Goldberg, Wicked Creative, [email protected] or Tim Evans, The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod, [email protected].

SPORTS

Manchester United vs Borussia Dortmund: Allegiant Stadium to Host Two of the World’s Biggest Clubs in Las Vegas
Allegiant Stadium will welcome global soccer heavyweights, as two of the world’s most supported clubs in England’s Manchester United and Germany’s Borussia Dortmund face off at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 30. For more information, contact Adam Geigerman, [email protected] or Tiffany Miller, [email protected].