Ryan Slattery

Las Vegas is a diverse dining destination: There are bountiful buffets, pubs and taverns to gamble and watch sports, quick service food halls and high-end dining. The best part, there is something for every budget and the city’s top restaurants can be found everywhere. Chefs who once worked on the Strip have branched out and opened remarkable restaurants—without the inflated prices—in neighborhoods all across the valley. Here you’ll find chefs hailing from Michelin-starred establishments and stunning brasseries, all worth discovering. Here’s a look at some of the best restaurants in Las Vegas right now. RECOMMENDED:🍤 The best buffets in Vegas🥑 The best brunches in Las Vegas📍 The best things to do in Vegas🍷 The best bars in Vegas🏘️ The best Airbnbs in Vegas

The weekend is coming. Let us help you with your plans—we’re already making ours. Whether it’s a concert coming into town, a sporting event, a museum exhibition, a new brunch or dinner at one of the city’s best restaurants, we have you covered. Here are the best things to do in Las Vegas this weekend. We curate a Las Vegas weekend itinerary of the city’s best concerts, comedy, culture and cuisine, every week, just for you. RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in Las Vegas right now

When it comes to dining in Las Vegas, the steakhouse is king. Yes, the city is still known for its extravagant all-you-can-eat buffets and has some great Italian restaurants as well, but nothing says special occasion (or corporate expense account) more than a great steak—and this city has a bunch of places to get one. Here are our favorite steakhouses in Vegas right now.  RECOMMENDED:🍤 The best buffets in Vegas🥑 The best brunches in Las Vegas📍 The best things to do in Vegas🍷 The best bars in Vegas🏘️ The best Airbnbs in Vegas

Las Vegas is always lit in neon, but the city shines a bit brighter during the holiday season. Long-running Christmas celebrations such as Ethel M’s Holiday Cactus Garden, where you’ll find cacti draped in colorful lights, and Glittering Lights, a 2.5-mile drive-through light display at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, have been around for three decades. But just like the slew of attractions, shows and parties that sweep through Vegas year-round, there’s so much more to do each holiday season as other whimsical displays and pop-ups start new traditions. Below, you’ll find our favorite festive Christmas events in Las Vegas. RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is like no other place on earth, full of wild spectacles, world-famous sporting events, 24/7 casinos and unparalleled nightlife, immersive experiences, and even natural wonders. With so much activity packed into a considerably small area, finding the best things to do in Las Vegas can be overwhelming. That’s where we come in. What follows is a nifty guide to The Strip and beyond, including the must-see restaurants and can't-miss shows to check out, plus some off-the-beaten-path favorites to get you outdoors. Below are our picks of the best things to do in Vegas. This guide was updated by Vegas-based writer Ryan Slattery. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.  RECOMMENDED:🍴 The best restaurants in Las Vegas right now🏞️ Hidden gems in Las Vegas you need to know about🍷 The best bars in Las Vegas🏩 The best hotels in Las Vegas🏰 The best Airbnb mansions in Las Vegas⛲ The best attractions in Las Vegas

Las Vegas has plenty of places to grab a drink. It’s a city built on vice, after all. But what visitors are finding out is that Vegas is a much more sophisticated drinking city than one would think. Mixologists are digging deep into the ingredient bible and crafting amazing cocktails—some enhanced with theatrics such as smoke and fire. These techniques are not only great for Instagram but purposely add a depth of flavor to enhance the cocktail. Ready for an elevated drinking experience? Below, you'll find the best bars in Las Vegas right now, from dive bars and speakeasies to rooftop lounges and resort bars. Raise your glass to these spots! RECOMMENDED:🍴 The best restaurants in Las Vegas🍤 The best buffets in Vegas🥑 The best brunches in Las Vegas📍 The best things to do in Vegas🏘️ The best Airbnbs in Vegas This guide was updated by Las Vegas-based writer Ryan Slattery. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

The range of French restaurants in Las Vegas run the gamut from brunch spots serving classic dishes to high-end, multi-course dinners from Michelin-starred chefs. But whichever bistro, brasserie or fine-dining restaurant you visit on this list, you’ll be rewarded with an extraordinary experience. From buttery escargot and orange-glazed duck breast to velvety artichoke and black truffle soup and dessert carts that roll sweets to the table (all, of course, paired with champagne or French wine), these top French restaurants will leave you wanting more.

Las Vegas is an outdoorsy town. Visitors sticking to the glitz only get a glimpse from their hotel rooms of the mountains that form a ring around the city. And we get it. Sin City has some of the world’s best casinos, and it’s also evolved into way more than just gambling—check out our list of the best things to do in Las Vegas for proof. (Need more? Las Vegas was named the best city for recreation in America.) But those who really want to experience Las Vegas need to get outside. From desert treks over sculpted sandstone in Red Rock Canyon and mountain hikes to hidden waterfalls to ancient bristlecone forests on Mt. Charleston, Las Vegas has it all. Just a word of advice: You’ll want to make an appointment at one of the city’s best spas to recuperate. So don’t forget to pack your hiking boots. Here are some of the best places to hit the trails.

Italian cuisine is well represented in Las Vegas. There’s everything from family-run, decades-long kitchens that date to when the Rat Pack ran around in search of some Sunday gravy to expensive Strip restaurants run by tuxedoed captains. What you’ll notice most is that all of them have elevated their game by shaping noodles by hand and raising the level of those classic, comforting dishes we all love with fresh, high-end ingredients that still honor the culinary traditions of Italy. So whether you’re craving pasta, pizza or massive meatballs, these Las Vegas restaurants deliver an authentic taste of Italy and are sure to fill you up especially after a day conquering some of the top things to do in Las Vegas.

Las Vegas was built on legalized gambling. Once it was legal in other states, though, the novelty shifted the city’s priorities a bit. Now, Las Vegas has diversified into a dining and entertainment mecca with some of the best restaurants and buffets in the country and a wide variety of activities and attractions for all sorts of visitors. But it’s still Sin City and every night the casinos are packed with gamblers hoping to get lucky. Return visitors often find a particular casino they like and come back time after time. For the first-time guest, choosing a casino in Las Vegas can be daunting when there are so many options available. To help you find your way, here’s a list of the city’s top casinos and what we like best about them.

Although the best Las Vegas casinos and the best pools in Vegas have put Sin City on every traveler’s must-visit list, the city is about so much more. From amazing shopping to a whole lot of family-friendly activities (here are the best things to do with kids in Las Vegas), there’s an entire roster of things to do in Las Vegas that is sure to change your opinion about the city—starting with the best museums in Las Vegas. From the Neon Museum to the National Atomic Testing Museum, these venues are part and parcel of the essence of Sin City and you should make it a point to visit every single one of them.

Why is everyone vacationing in the same place? I often wonder this during travel spikes, scrolling social media to see people with nothing in common having the same experiences. Are we all spring skiers now? Is everyone actually having fun, or are we just yielding to a trend? It’s time we all dig a little deeper, skip the cookie-cutter trip and set off somewhere different. Forget what everyone else is doing! Let’s explore our own interests—and while we’re at it, do it where it’s not so crowded. To help you find the perfect underrated summer travel destination, we tapped our network of writers with plenty of experience discovering cool places. We’re showing new sides to cities and regions you already know and sharing choice spots that might be new to you. From wine tasting your way through Boise, Idaho, and encountering wildlife in Oakland, California, to ferry hopping in Southeast Alaska, these aren’t your typical summer escapes. A little less popular and still very exciting, these underrated U.S. destinations are calling your name this summer.

The most iconic casino on the Strip is nearing its 60th anniversary. At a time when other resorts, such as the Tropicana and Mirage, have closed, Caesars Palace continues to reinvent itself. And there’s just something about gambling here and takes you back in time. The casino offers 185 table games, more than 1,300 slot machines—from penny slots to $500 pulls±and a lively sportsbook with a newly renovated poker room next to it.

The grand dame of the Strip, the Bellagio is a classy casino. The opulent gold and burgundy baccarat salon is the type of place you’d expect James Bond to frequent, while Club Privé is another high-limit lounge complete with a whiskey program and fine cigar selection. Of course, the casino does have plenty of places to play for every budget.

Slot machines in the airport? You bet! With a number of six-figure jackpots having been paid out over the past couple years, progressive slot machines are the games to play here. In the summer of 2023, two travelers became millionaires; within weeks of each other, one flier won $1.3 million on a Wheel of Fortune Red Hot 7 machine and another hit for $1.3 million playing Wheel of Fortune Triple Double Emeralds. Waiting on a payout that size, you might not mind missing your flight.

Even though it’s fresh off a casino remodel, downtown’s El Cortez still has a cool old Vegas feel—and we like it for that. Well, that and the fact it has slots that are 27% looser than the Strip (as mentioned on its website). Not only are you more likely to stretch your dollar when you play here but El Cortez still has some coin-operated slots for those who like the clank-clank-clank sound when they cash out. They also have low table minimums and 10x odds on craps.

When Station Casinos debuted Durango in December 2023 it was a game changer. The local casino, located about 10 miles from the Strip, is a gaming-heavy property with 83,000 square feet of casino space loaded with 2,300 slot machines and 60-plus table games. But what caught everyone’s attention was how bright it was with windows allowing natural light to shine in—something unseen anywhere else in the city. It brought a different type of energy and crowds. So did its state-of-the-art sportsbook with a covered outdoor patio called the George.

At this 117,000-square-foot casino, players can test their luck in the glow of the neon-lit Famous Foods street market-style dining hall, in the VIP high-limit Crockfords Casino & Lounge or on the 66th floor at a private casino in Allē Lounge.

The big, beautiful blue building on the Strip’s north end opened in December 2023. Fontainebleau features 42-foot-high ceilings that tower over the 150,000 square feet of its casino. From its high-limit room with 105 slot machines and video poker machines to the intimate Solo Club and poolside gaming lounge, there’s a place to play for everyone.

The Punk Rock Museum isn’t the fanciest museum on the planet but it shouldn’t be. The edgy institution houses a very large collection of artifacts from punk’s heyday: Fliers, photos, clothing, handwritten lyrics, artwork and instruments crowd the two-story space. Don’t miss the Jam Room, where guests can plug in and play the actual guitars and basses of artists from Rise Against, NOFX and Pennywise, to name a few. There’s also a divey bar called the Triple Down to quench your thirst.

The Waldorf Astoria Spa & Salon—formerly the Spa at the Mandarin Oriental—is luxury at its finest. You’ll be greeted with tea and a cool towel and taken back to the ultimate relaxation area. Here, you can soothe aching muscles on heated tepidarium chairs; lower your stress level in aromatic herbal-infused steam rooms and dry sauna; soak in vitality pool (heated to a steamy 104 degrees Fahrenheit); and enjoy experience showers that treat your senses with different scents, sounds and lighting. The Turkish hammam is a coed experience for up to eight people.

This 55,000-square-foot pool oasis has palm trees, shower go-go platforms, and a party crowd that packs the place to dance to hear top DJs such as David Guetta, Afrojack, Marshmello, and The Chainsmokers. There is also a gaming pit for those feeling lucky, daybeds perched in the water, VIP cabanas, and exclusive bungalows with private plunge pools.

Las Vegas’ original dayclub at MGM Grand is a wild party full of hot revelers splashing in saltwater pools to the beats of some of the world’s most famous deejays. Loungers and daybeds can be modestly rented or guests can go all-in and reserve one of the ultra-exclusive bungalows with a private dipping pool, personal safe, and teak furniture.

What is the Hoover Dam? Located 30 miles from Las Vegas on the Nevada-Arizona border, Hoover Dam—completed in 1936—created the country’s largest reservoir. The dam was built to hold back the flow of the Colorado River to provide water and electricity to cities across the Southwest. The dam created Lake Mead, a recreational area covering 248 square miles popular for boaters and hikers. Is the Hoover Dam worth visiting? Okay, I know what you’re thinking. It’s a dam. What is there to see? Well, honestly, a lot. Not only can you see the dam from the roadway but you can also go behind the scenes and see its inner workings on a tunnel tour of the hydroelectric power plant. An engineering marvel, the impressive 726-foot-tall concrete structure was once the world’s tallest dam and is an incredible structure to see and tour. What’s the best way to see the Hoover Dam? Take a dam tour. Hoover Dam has a couple of options for seeing the history and exploring the tunnels and power plant. Where is good to eat near the Hoover Dam? While you’re out that way, be sure to visit Boulder City. The small main street is packed with vintage shops, diners, and brew pubs, as well as bighorn sheep who come to graze in Hemenway Park. They’re so famous they even have their own ram cam. Check out more things to do in Las Vegas.

The No Shoes Nation will be stomping into Las Vegas this spring when Kenny Chesney hits the Sphere stage. Chesney will be the first country act to take up residency at Sphere, following U2, Dead & Company, Eagles, Phish, and Afterlife Presents Anyma as resident artists. “I’m always looking for ways to deepen the way No Shoes Nation experiences this music,” Chesney said in a press release announcing his first-ever residency. “Over the years, they have shown me through their response to these songs how passionate they are about what they mean and how these songs are part of their lives. When people give you that much heart, I want to give them even more.” Chesney has scheduled 12 performances at Sphere from May 22 to June 14. Tickets go on sale to the general public on January 31 at 10am PST at KennyChesney.com. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kenny Chesney (@kennychesney) On an appearance on TODAY, Chesney said the decision to play Sphere is an exciting opportunity to give fans a very unique experience. “It’s gonna be such a shared experience for us,” Chesney told hosts Craig Melvin and Carson Daly. “We’ve been prepping a lot. This is such an original thing for us. We have to go reshoot everything and that’s what’s exciting about it to me, the newness of it, just taking our fans down a different neural pathway.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sphere (@spherevegas) Kenny Chesney at Sphere dates Thursday, May 22S

It’s time to take a look ahead. And while there will likely be nothing as monumental as last year’s closings of the Mirage and Tropicana, there’s plenty in store for Las Vegas in 2025. Locals are giddy about trying Bojangles buttery biscuits and equally intrigued with the coming openings of the city’s first H Mart and Aldi grocery chains.  Word is the old Commercial Center is about to undergo a major overhaul (we won’t hold our breath for this year) but we are looking forward to the reopening of the original Lotus of Siam, which has been closed since a roof collapse in 2017, and the debut of Arty’s Steakhouse—a massive new art-forward steakhouse from the folks behind ReBar in the Arts District.   And while we’re still in the dark about what exactly the BLVD will become, we know the new shopping center will have a mix of retail, a bunch of restaurants, some rooftop bars and what just might be the country’s largest In-N-Out Burger. As for some other things we’re excited for, here are our most anticipated openings of 2025 in Las Vegas.  Stubborn Seed Top Chef winner Jeremy Ford is launching an outpost of his Michelin-starred Miami Beach restaurant Stubborn Seed in Las Vegas. The strip-facing Resorts World restaurant will showcase Ford’s fresh farm-to-table tasting menu fare. His bold flavors and immaculate plating will all be on display just in time for the Super Bowl crowds in February. Photograph: Courtesy World Red EyeCOTE founder & CEO Simon Kim COTE Vegas We got a taste o

Several Las Vegas resorts are offering discounted rates to assist evacuees and those displaced by the fires in Los Angeles. Resorts World, Fontainebleau, Treasure Island, South Point, MGM Resorts and Virgin Hotels are all offering special room rates for Californians in need of help. To access the discounted rates, Los Angeles residents will need to use special codes or, in some cases, call the hotel with rates only bookable by phone. Here are the details. Resorts World From now until January 17, the property is offering a “a special L.A. Support Rate” for those impacted by the wildfire. To access the deal (35 percent off rooms and suites in its Hilton and Conrad hotel towers), guests can call 702-676-7036 and ask for the “L.A. Support Rate.” This discount is only available by phone and cannot be booked online. Photograph: Courtesy Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Virgin Hotels Las Vegas The off-Strip resort is offering up to 50 percent off rooms, free parking and a dog-friendly stay from now through February 3. Rooms can be booked online with the offer code: LOVEFORLA. Treasure Island California residents affected by the Los Angeles wildfires can book $79-a-night rooms now through January 31, subject to availability. To book, residents must call 800-288-7206 and mention they’d like to reserve the special L.A. wildfire rate. Photograph: Terrence MahannaMandalay Bay Beach MGM Resorts The company has announced that they’ll provide wildfire victims 35 percent off their stay and allow

Capitalizing on the viral TikTok crisps and caviar craze that’s seen everyone from the Real Housewives to first-class passengers getting in on the trend, a new Caesars Palace lounge is serving a can of original Pringles with Kaluga caviar.  That’s just one quirky caveat of Caspian’s Cocktails & Caviar. It’s a relatively small front-facing 50-seat caviar lounge with an action-packed 2,300-square-foot live music speakeasy hidden behind a painting of a bearded ship captain. The speakeasy space, which was formerly Cleopatra’s Barge, is a vibrant and comfortable room with bold-colored couches and booths under a 16-foot-high ceiling with a massive chandelier.  As its tagline suggests, Caspian’s will be known for “rock & roe.” That means live music most nights (Tuesday through Saturday) and a plan to launch Caviar Karaoke on Thursdays when guests will be able to belt out their favorite tunes backed to live music from the Busker Kings. Photograph: Courtesy Jose Salinas Photograph: Courtesy Clint Jenkins When it comes to the menu, Caspian’s is a full-on caviar experience. There’s typical caviar service and then several bites. In addition to Pringles, guests can order caviar-topped deviled eggs, waffles, latkes and oysters, along with buttery mini lobster rolls and crunchy corn tacos filled with blue crab and, of course, Kaluga caviar.  Caspian’s also offers a number of innovative craft cocktails such as a bourbon and fig concoction as well as a couple over-the-top cocktail and cav

Janet Jackson’s new Resorts World residency is everything you’d expect from the superstar performer. An elaborate set with fireworks and lasers. Stunning designer costumes. Choreography and dancing that sometimes mimics her classic videos. And, of course, a deep, deep dive into her vast catalog of songs. For now, “Janet Jackson: Las Vegas” is a short 10-date residency; it kicked off just before New Year’s and plays again this weekend before returning next month with six shows that conclude over Valentine’s Day weekend. Those familiar with her “Together Again” tour will see a ton of similarities. But seeing Jackson in the 5,000-seat Resorts World Theatre rather than an arena-sized venue is a treat. On opening night, Jackson performed portions of 43 songs, tackling everything from her biggest hits and cult classics to some B-side favorites. “It’s gonna be a long night,” she said in one of the few moments addressing the crowd. And it was. For over two hours, Janet strutted across stage in Thom Browne-designed costumes that included a long satin black jacket-turned gold sequin catsuit with necktie and cuffs, a white vested blazer with a corset and sheer pants as she sang “All for You,” “Alright,” “Escapade” and “Miss You Much,” and a latex corset with sequin plaid pants to perform “Nasty” and “When I Think of You.” Photograph: Courtesy Solaiman FazelJanet Jackson Performs in Launch of All-New Residency Janet Jackson: Las Vegas at Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas

It’s the end of an era. Chef Julian Serrano is closing the last of his restaurants on the Las Vegas Strip. The legendary chef, who recently announced his retirement, revealed that his Julian Serrano Tapas restaurant at ARIA will permanently close February 1. The news comes six months after Serrano closed Picasso and stepped away from his waterfront Lago restaurant, both at Bellagio. Picasso had been open for 25 years prior to closing. Lago, which still bears his name, remains open as a tribute to the 74-year-old chef. As sad as the news is that the tapas favorite (which opened with the resort in 2009) is closing, there is still time to make it over to ARIA for a final meal. Julian Serrano Tapas closes February 1 giving guests about a month to head over and try one of his signature paellas, a tuna cone or the white fish tiradito—all paired, of course, with a pitcher of sangria.  A native of Madrid, Serrano was instrumental in elevating the dining scene in Las Vegas. He’s a two-time James Beard Award-winner (Best Chef Pacific 1998 and Best Chef Southwest 2002) and his two-star Michelin restaurant Picasso was one of the top dining experiences in Las Vegas for over two decades.  

We read the news and we said, well duh. Las Vegas, already named WalletHub’s best city for recreation, recently added the finance website’s title of “Most Fun City”—n a landslide, we might add.  The study noted the city has it all: the ability to host large music festivals, concerts and residencies along with having some of the country’s top spas and an obscene number of retail centers, comedy clubs, sports stadiums and theaters. The fact that this is all found crammed into a relatively small area probably helped in the rankings, too.  The study also mentioned how Las Vegas is tops for outdoor recreation, not only for its own hiking trails and recreation areas like Red Rock Canyon and Mount Charleston, but for being just a short drive to national parks in California, Arizona and Utah.  What WalletHub did to come up with the results was to compare 182 American cities and analyze data in three specific areas: entertainment and recreation, nightlife and parties, and affordability. They crunched the numbers and created the list.  “The most fun cities naturally include some of the most popular tourist destinations in the U.S., like Las Vegas, Orlando and Miami, but these cities are far more than tourist traps,” writes WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo in the report. “They provide a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities for all types of interests, from sports to theaters to arcades, and they have plenty of diverse restaurants to try. The top cities offer affordable options for year

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced it wants to expose “junk fees” and make the companies hiding them tell you the total price of the accommodations or event tickets they’re selling upfront at the time of purchase. Fed up consumers have been calling for transparency of these bait-and-switch practices for years. For travelers, the FTC ruling would mean all hotel booking websites and vacation rental platforms like Airbnb or Vrbo would need to include the cost of nightly resort fees in the initial price instead of appearing only when you hit the “book now” button. It would also apply to fees (that until now had only been revealed during checkout) connected to live-event ticketing such as concerts, meaning the first price you see is the price you get. The FTC says by requiring up-front disclosure of the total price including fees, it will eliminate unfair and deceptive pricing tactics leveling competition with search results that include all “resort,” “city” or “service” fees in the advertised price. It does not prohibit or limit the amount of the fees, it just mandates that they’re disclosed. The truth in advertising ruling, which has bipartisan support, will go into effect 120 days after its publication in the Federal Register (that means April of 2025, if you don’t feel like doing the math right now). Years in the making, it’s a decision that many consumers hope will stick when the new administration is sworn in. As for Las Vegas, it means resort fees—which cover

With hundreds of restaurants in Las Vegas throwing elaborate prix-fixe dinners on New Year’s Eve, where are you going?  From party spots with fire dancers to classy dinners serving caviar, steak or sushi, Las Vegas has plenty of places to welcome in 2025—whether it’s the ultimate destination for the evening or just a stop before taking in a concert or hitting the nightclub, here are a few of our favorites this year. Photograph: Courtesy Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas For those who want to head to bed before midnight, they can get an early start and celebrate Bavarian style with a boot-stomping party that includes a 3pm balloon drop. Yes, the Midnight in Munich party celebrates the New Year as it occurs in Germany, hence the early start time. “Ein Prosit!” The party kicks off at 1pm. Ada’s Food + Wine  Ada’s at Tivoli Village is hosting a special masquerade dinner with two prix-fixe menus ($125 for four courses or $250 for eight). Caviar service and wine pairings are available as add-ons for this “Unmask the New Year” experience. Photograph: Courtesy Jose Salinas Caspian’s Cocktails & Caviar This days-old caviar and champagne lounge is coming out with a bang with a rock & roe party. The new spot, which took over the Cleopatra’s Barge location at Caesars Palace, will be serving stylish cocktails and everything caviar-topped—from waffles and tacos to lobster rolls and Pringles.   Ocean Prime First, let’s point out the obvious: The patio at this Stripside restaur

Prepare for a sultry night out. Lío, Ibiza’s legendary cabaret and dining experience, is taking over Mayfair Supper Club at Bellagio for two weeks beginning New Year’s weekend. Themed to answer the question, “What would you do if it were your last night on Earth?,” the high-energy dinner show, called “Dangerous Nights,” will feature sensual acts, pulsing music and seductive dances performed by a scantily-dressed cast (it’s an adults-only show, if you haven’t already guessed). With the Bellagio Fountains as a backdrop, Mayfair will turn into a spirited fiesta when Lío takes the stage for the 8pm show, which includes a four-course Mediterranean dinner. The prix-fixe menu will include chilled shrimp, hamachi crudo, seared Hudson Valley foie gras, filet mignon, grilled branzino and Black Forest cake. Reservations are required and can be made at Mayfair Super Club. The limited engagement runs December 30 to January 12. This will mark the third time the Lío Group has performed at Mayfair. The company has permanent locations in Ibiza, Mykonos, Mallorca and London with shows that travel the globe.

It’s called America’s Party for a reason. More than 400,000 people are expected in Las Vegas over New Year’s partying on the Strip and at the Fremont Street Experience. There are elaborate special dinner menus, dressy cocktail parties and of course concerts, DJs and live performances from some of the world’s top entertainers.  And it will all culminate with a booming eight-minute Grucci fireworks show launched from the rooftops of nine Strip casino-resorts. It will be synchronized to a soundtrack that will include ZZ Top’s cover of “Viva Las Vegas” and Panic! At The Disco’s “House of Memories.” Other events: the exterior of Sphere will present a countdown for other international cities as they welcome in 2025, starting with Sydney at 5pm, and downtown’s Fremont Street Experience will have live NYE performances from Flo Rida, Locash, Dylan Marlow, Bow Wow, Trick Daddy and Mike Jones (tickets start at $50). Also downtown, Circa Resort & Casino will host a “Countdown in the Clouds” NYE celebration at its rooftop Legacy Club–60 stories in the air. The party (tickets start at $295) will include an open bar and champagne toast, live DJ and firework views.  Revelers can also kick off their night with live entertainment. Here’s a list of some of the biggest events. 50 Cent at Da Club  The rapper will ring in 2025 with six performances at PH Live in Planet Hollywood from December 27 to January 4. Photograph: Courtesy AfterlifeAnyma Anyma “The End of Genesys” Music, art and technolog

“What’s this? What’s this? There’s color everywhere.” The opening lyric of the signature song in Tim Burton’s cult classic The Nightmare Before Christmas might perfectly describe the experience of the immersive viewing of the film happening at AREA15 for the next couple weeks.  AREA15 isn’t the only spot showing holiday films or, for that matter, celebrating Nightmare. You can catch many of your favorite flicks at ice rinks on the Strip and Jack Skellington fans can hit up the Chinatown speakeasy Mas Por Favor for a Nightmare Before Xmas pop-up—one of the many holiday events in Las Vegas.  But none of those events is quite like the one at AREA15. The holiday classic will screen inside the Portal at the trippy complex through January 2. The film will be shown in a 360-degree, projection-mapped space enhanced with choreographed lights and sound elements synced to the movie. Photograph: Courtesy AREA15/Bright Light Digital Art It’s an all ages experience with tickets running $40 for adults (includes one specialty cocktail or nonalcoholic beverage) and $20 for children (13 years old or under).