Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin Hits Vegas

IGT has introduced its newest electronic table game, Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin, with a global debut at Downtown Grand Casino in Las Vegas. The launch expands the reach of one of the most recognizable brands in gaming and reflects the company’s ongoing investment in electronic table game technology. The Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin combines elements of the long-running television game show with casino-style play. At the center of the experience is a video version of the iconic wheel, standing more than nine feet tall and separate from player terminals. The display, paired with the well-known Wheel…

F1 Las Vegas Preparations Begin on Strip

Nevada is once again gearing up for F1 Las Vegas, with crews scheduled to begin transforming the Strip into a world-class race circuit starting September 8. Preparations for the Grand Prix spectacle will stretch across 11 weeks, almost entirely during overnight hours, to minimize disruptions to daytime traffic and business operations. The project includes installing track barriers, lighting systems, and temporary pedestrian and vehicle bridges along the 3.8-mile circuit. Officials emphasized that weekend work on public streets is off the schedule, reflecting lessons learned from previous editions of the event. Community concerns have been addressed in this year’s construction plan….

Jerry Seinfeld at Caesars Palace This Fall

Jerry Seinfeld will return to the Colosseum at Caesars Palace Las Vegas for the fall of 2025, with four performances spread across two weekends. The shows are scheduled for September 5–6, and October 10–11, continuing his long-standing connection with the venue. Seinfeld has been a fixture at the Colosseum since 2003, making him the longest-running headliner in the theater’s history. His upcoming shows will follow his milestone 100th performance at the venue, reached in 2024, which highlighted his enduring popularity among Las Vegas audiences. The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, which seats more than 4,000 guests, has hosted many of the…

Las Vegas Labor Day Events

Ready for Las Vegas Labor Day fun? There will be lots to do, with concerts, pool parties and nightlife events, offering visitors a high-energy end to summer. Headliners include Chelsea Handler at The Chelsea, Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, performing Saturday, August 30, followed Sunday, August 31, by a live edition of The Basement Yard Podcast at the same venue. At Luxor, the Blue Man Group adds extra theatrical flair with an additional 2 p.m. show on Saturday. The Sphere hosts three performances courtesy of Insomniac x Tomorrowland Unity from Friday, August 29 through Sunday, August 31. Rock fans can catch…

Las Vegas Tourism and Revenue Continue Slide

Las Vegas tourism is showing signs of strain as both visitor numbers and consumer spending continue to decline. Recent data from the Nevada Department of Taxation highlights a drop in sales across several key sectors between July 2024 and May 2025, compared with the same period the previous year. Restaurants and bars recorded nearly 11.7 billion dollars in revenue, down 1.6 percent, representing a loss of about 191 million dollars. Clothing, shoe, and jewelry stores fell by 140 million dollars to reach 4.05 billion. Motor vehicle and parts dealers slipped to 6.05 billion dollars, a decline of more than 191…

Jeff Foxworthy at Planet Hollywood in December

Jeff Foxworthy will bring his stand-up comedy to Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas this December. The show is scheduled for December 10, 2025, at PH Live, beginning at 9 p.m. The performance takes place during National Finals Rodeo week, a busy time for the city’s entertainment lineup. Comedian Henry Cho is slated to open the evening. Tickets will be available through pre-sales beginning August 20 for fan groups, followed by Caesars Rewards, Live Nation, and Ticketmaster members on August 21. Public ticket sales open on August 22 at 10 a.m. Pacific Time. Foxworthy has been a mainstay…

Golden Gate Casino Losing Table Game Dealers

Golden Gate casino in downtown Las Vegas is preparing for a major change as it eliminates all live table games and dealers, shifting entirely to electronic table games. The move, announced by parent company Circa Hospitality Group, will make the property one of the few casinos in the city to operate without any live tables. The company said the update will include a new electronic table games pit, designed to provide faster play and a more modern gaming experience. Management emphasized that the change is intended to keep pace with shifting customer preferences and rising operational costs that have made…

Green Valley Ranch Getting Major Upgrades

Station Casinos has announced a major renovation project at Green Valley Ranch, continuing its strategy of reinvesting in its properties across the Las Vegas Valley. The company confirmed that nearly 500 hotel rooms and suites at the resort will undergo a full redesign, with the project expected to be completed in phases through next year. Ken Janssen, vice president and general manager of Green Valley Ranch, said the goal of the project is to update the resort’s accommodations with modern design and upgraded features. He noted that the rooms and suites will be “completely reimagined” to align with the overall…