The Latest from Vegas July 2025

Global superstar and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Dolly Parton is headed to the Las Vegas Strip with a brand-new limited-run engagement at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Dolly: Live in Las Vegas will feature performances on Dec. 4, 6-7, 10, 12-13, 2025 during the National Finals Rodeo.

THE WIZARD OF OZ AT SPHERE TO OPEN IN AUGUST 2025

The Wizard of Oz at Sphere, a fully immersive experience utilizing all of the Sphere’s technology, will open in Las Vegas on Aug. 28.

THE FRIENDS EXPERIENCE TO OPEN JULY 23 IN LAS VEGAS AT MGM GRAND

The FRIENDS Experience will officially open its newest flagship location in Las Vegas at MGM Grand on July 23. Created by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, Original X Productions, and Warner Bros. Television Group, The FRIENDS Experience: The One in Vegas will transport guests into the world of FRIENDS allowing fans to explore the show’s iconic moments, behind-the-scenes content and photo opportunities within life-size set recreations. Confirmed sets for the Las Vegas flagship include re-creations of Central Perk, Monica and Rachel’s apartment, Joey and Chandler’s apartment, the fountain with the signature orange couch from the opening credits, Phoebe’s Taxi, and the fan-favorite “PIVOT!!” scene. Exclusive to the MGM Grand location, guests can walk through the infamous wedding chapel doors – just like Ross and Rachel – and see a replica of Joey’s iconic gladiator costume from the Vegas episodes.

SMELLY CAT KARAOKE BAR NOW OPEN ON THE LAS VEGAS STRIP

Smelly Cat Karaoke Bar has officially opened its doors at the Grand Bazaar Shops on the Las Vegas Strip, bringing nonstop energy, unforgettable performances and major main character vibes to the heart of the city. Now open daily to the public, Smelly Cat Karaoke Bar invites guests to sing like no one’s listening and become the newest headliner in the entertainment capital of the world.

ADAM SANDLER BRINGING HIS “YOU’RE MY BEST FRIEND” COMEDY TOUR TO FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS 

Following successful sold-out performances in 2022 and 2023, critically acclaimed comedian Adam Sandler has announced his new tour, the You’re My Best Friend Tour, will feature show dates at BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2025.

BREAKAWAY MUSIC FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES YEAR TWO OF PARTNERSHIP WITH WYNN NIGHTLIFE HOSTING “BREAKAWAY VEGAS TAKEOVER”

Breakaway Music Festival, the nation’s largest touring dance festival, has announced the second year of its partnership with Wynn Las Vegas’ premier nightlife division, Wynn Nightlife, for the return of Breakaway Takeover at Wynn Las Vegas. The highly-anticipated three-day event will take place Aug. 22-24, 2025 at renowned daylife and nightlife destinations Encore Beach Club, Encore Beach Club at Night and XS Nightclub.

SHARK REEF AQUARIUM CELEBRATES 25 “FIN-TASTIC” YEARS AT MANDALAY BAY RESORT AND CASINO LAS VEGAS

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay celebrated its 25th anniversary on June 20, marking a quarter-century of marine education, conservation and unforgettable guest experiences. Since opening in 2000, Shark Reef Aquarium has welcomed more than 21 million guests and provided educational opportunities to over 300,000 students. The aquarium features 1.6 million gallons of water across 14 major exhibits, home to over 3,400 animals and 140 species.

AWARD-WINNING COUNTRY MUSIC STAR RILEY GREEN TO PERFORM AT THE NEWLY RENOVATED RESORTS WORLD THEATRE

This December, CMA & ACM award winner Riley Green will bring his chart-topping hits in back-to-back performances to the newly renovated Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas during National Finals Rodeo on Dec. 12-13, 2025.

“MISS ATOMIC BOMB: ICON OF THE ATOMIC AGE” EXHIBIT NOW OPEN AT ATOMIC MUSEUM

The Atomic Museum now welcomes guests to its newest exhibit, “Miss Atomic Bomb: Icon of the Atomic Age.” Located in the museum’s Atomic Lounge & Gallery space, the exhibit invites visitors to explore the cultural phenomenon behind the iconic 1957 photograph and the groundbreaking discovery that finally uncovered the identity of the woman at its center.

ICONIC DUO TEARS FOR FEARS ANNOUNCES SIX FALL SHOWS AT FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS

After selling out their seven previous shows at BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas, iconic British duo Tears For Fears have announced six additional dates for their limited engagement, Songs for a Nervous Planet. Show dates include Sept. 24, 26-27; Oct. 22, 24-25, 2025.

MICHAEL JACKSON ONE BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL CELEBRATES 5,000 PERFORMANCES AT MANDALAY BAY RESORT AND CASINO

Michael Jackson ONE  by Cirque du Soleil, which performs nightly at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, celebrated a historic milestone of 5,000 performances on June 5 since opening in 2013. The high-energy production that pays tribute to the King of Pop also introduced all-new innovative elements earlier this year including new acts, a never-before-seen drone number, along with new costumes and reimagined technological upgrades.

LATIN MUSIC LEGEND MARCO ANTONIO SOLÍS TO PERFORM AT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE

One of the most influential figures in Latin music, Marco Antonio Solís, has announced his brand new MAS CERCA DE TI WORLD TOUR 2025 will feature a stop in Las Vegas for two nights at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace over Mexican Independence Day Weekend. Show dates include Sept. 14-15, 2025.

THOMAS RHETT: LIVE IN LAS VEGAS SET TO RETURN TO FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS

Multi-Platinum country star Thomas Rhett will return to BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas with THOMAS RHETT: Live in Las Vegas. The two performances on Oct. 3-4, 2025 follow his successful four-night run at the resort in December 2024.

BRANDY & MONICA ANNOUNCE FIRST-EVER CO-HEADLINING TOUR: THE BOY IS MINE AT T-MOBILE ARENA IN LAS VEGAS

The highly anticipated The Boy Is Mine Tour featuring iconic GRAMMY Award-winning artists Brandy and Monica will embark on their first-ever co-headlining run this fall and will perform at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Nov. 7.

JOHN LEGEND PERFORMS “GET LIFTED 20TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR” AT THE CHELSEA AT THE COSMOPOLITAN OF LAS VEGAS

Multi-platinum, 13-time GRAMMY Award winner John Legend has announced the “Get Lifted 20th Anniversary World Tour,” will feature a stop in Las Vegas at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas on Sept. 26.

Wynn Las Vegas furthers its collaboration with hospitality magnate Scott Sartiano and Bond Hospitality with the winter debut of Sartiano’s Italian Steakhouse. Led by three-time James Beard Foundation award-winning Chef Alfred Portale as culinary director, the modern reinvention of the classic steakhouse pays homage to Sartiano’s family roots in Naples, Italy, and expands Wynn’s fine-dining portfolio.

THE VENETIAN RESORT LAS VEGAS DEBUTS VIA VIA FOOD HALL

Via Via, the highly anticipated, bold new food hall at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, is officially open and ready to welcome Las Vegas locals and travelers alike. Located right off the iconic Grand Colonnade, the collection of concepts brings together the diverse culinary scenes of New York, New Orleans, Los Angeles and more for a truly immersive experience reminiscent of the meandering streets of Venice.

WYNN LAS VEGAS ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF CULINARY FESTIVAL, REVELRY

The highly anticipated Revelry returns to Wynn Las Vegas, Sept. 19-27, 2025. The culinary festival will bring together some of the top names in food and beverage for an extraordinary week of curated tastings, collaborative dinners and immersive experiences.

Edgewater Casino Resort’s premier live entertainment venue, The Edge Pavilion, will welcome chart-topping rock powerhouse Daughtry on Saturday, Sept. 20. With more than 11 million albums and 27 million singles sold worldwide, Daughtry ranks among the best-selling rock acts of the 21st century.

CASABLANCA RESORT & CASINO IN MESQUITE ANNOUNCES MAJOR CULINARY EXPANSION WITH TWO NEW RESTAURANT OPENINGS

CasaBlanca Resort & Casino has announced the launch of two new dining concepts debuting at the end of summer 2025: Jersey Joe’s Diner and Ritas & Fajitas. Replacing the former Casa Café, these fresh additions will bring two distinct culinary experiences under one roof and are part of a larger, multi-million-dollar renovation currently underway across both CasaBlanca and Virgin River Casino & Lodge, operated by Mesquite Entertainment.

LAUGHLIN GOES FULL THROTTLE WITH JASON ALDEAN CONCERT THIS FALL

Aquarius Casino Resort and Edgewater Casino Resort, will welcome multi-platinum country superstar Jason Aldean to the Laughlin Event Center stage on Saturday, Nov. 8. Renowned for his explosive live performances and chart-topping anthems, Aldean has cemented his place as one of country music’s most consistent and electrifying artists.

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has introduced its newest luxury accommodation: the Imperial Sky Villa, a reimagined Sky Villa that honors the enduring legacy of Elvis Presley, as part of the resort’s “Year of Elvis” celebration marking his 90th birthday. Formerly known as the Tuscany Sky Villa, the Imperial Sky Villa is more than a name change—it’s a living, breathing piece of Las Vegas history. Originally built atop the hotel when it opened in 1969, this area was once home to Elvis’ suite—known as the “Elvis Presley Suite”—where the King himself lived during his legendary Vegas residency.

WWE, part of TKO Group Holdings, in partnership with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), has announced that Las Vegas will host WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026 – doubling down on the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World. The announcement comes on the heels of a historic WrestleMania 41 this past April in Las Vegas, which became the most successful and highest-grossing event in WWE history, drawing 124,693 fans over two nights at Allegiant Stadium. WrestleMania 42 will mark the third time Las Vegas has hosted WWE’s biggest event of the year (2026, 2025 and 1993).

TOM BRADY, JIM GRAY AND JEFFREY SOFFER UNVEIL HALL OF EXCELLENCE AT FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS

Seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Bradyalongside sportscasting legend Jim Gray and Fontainebleau Development Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Soffer have unveiled Fontainebleau Las Vegas’ Hall of Excellence. The one-of-a-kind museum honors the greatest moments in the history of sports and entertainment. Hall of Excellence officially opened to the public on June 20.

LIV GOLF JOINS FORCES WITH MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL

LIV Golf, the groundbreaking professional golf league, and MGM Resorts International, a global leader in hospitality and entertainment, have announced a new agreement that brings together one of the most dynamic forces in professional sports with one of the world’s premier entertainment brands. This collaboration will include a one-of-a-kind stage for the League’s pre-season event next year, LIV Golf Week 2026 presented by MGM Resorts.

WEDDING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD

After a multi-year hiatus, the unforgettable wedding chapel at Palms Casino Resort is officially open again, and it’s ready to be the destination for couples looking to say “I Do” in signature Las Vegas style. With micro-weddings on the rise, this one-of-a-kind venue is the perfect canvas for intimate celebrations that pack a big personality.