Summer is approaching fast, and people are making plans for Las Vegas concerts and trips! Many visitors schedule their vacations around one of their favorite bands or music artists visiting Sin City. Now, the Eagles residency at the Sphere has finally come to an end… after 18 months and six extensions. But as they leave, several big name artists are headed to Sin City to fill the void this summer. So, let’s break it down by venue. Starting at the Colosseum at Caesar’s Palace, where Blake Sheldon’s Live in Las Vegas residency continues with eight shows in May, followed by…

The Strat WWE fan experience and meet & greet has officially been announced, and the resorts participation in the series of professional wrestling events arrives this week. By hosting a variety of experiences and specialized hospitality offers, the resort is establishing itself as a central hub for spectators traveling to the city for the championship weekend. The primary event scheduled for the property is an exclusive meet and greet with a top tier professional wrestler. Gunther, who is recognized as the longest reigning Intercontinental Champion in the history of the organization, is scheduled to meet with fans at the View…

A significant change in ownership and leadership has taken place at Rio Las Vegas as Kennedy Lewis Investment Management has moved into the position of majority owner. Dreamscape Companies, which initially purchased the property from Caesars Entertainment in 2019, has transitioned into a minority ownership role. This shift in the corporate structure has resulted in an immediate and substantial shake up of the executive team at the resort. The ownership transition involved buying out former minority stakeholders, including longtime casino executive Bill McBeath. Following the change in control, several high ranking officials have departed the organization. Among those no longer…

Las Vegas tourism and gaming revenue both recorded growth during the month of February, marking a rare simultaneous gain for these two sectors. Data released by state and local authorities indicate that the region is showing signs of recovery following a period of inconsistent performance throughout the previous year. According to the Nevada Gaming Control Board, the state generated 1.24 billion dollars in gross gaming revenue for the month, representing a 1.5 percent increase compared to the same period last year. While the Las Vegas Strip remained relatively flat with 696.2 million dollars in revenue, other areas contributed to the…

Would you get into a Las Vegas robotaxi? A car with no steering wheel, no pedals, and no human driver? Well, Amazon, Uber, and Tesla are betting you will. No matter how well you plan your Sin City trip, getting across town is always a challenge. Now, however, Las Vegas has doubled its driverless zones, and robotaxi companies are fighting for your next ride. This Week in Gambling, we’re looking at the exploding robotaxi market, and how getting around Las Vegas is changing forever. So, what are these services? How do you access them? And are they any less expensive? Well,…

Speculation regarding a potential Pink Sphere residency has reached a high point following conflicting reports from international and local media outlets. While the singer is widely considered a natural fit for the high-tech Las Vegas venue due to her history of complex aerial choreography, official confirmation from Sphere Entertainment remains absent. The Sun newspaper in the United Kingdom recently broke from the cautious tone maintained by other news organizations, reporting that a historic multi-million dollar deal has already been finalized. According to the publication, venue leadership pulled out all the stops to secure the performer for a series of shows…