Las Vegas is set to heat up this Memorial Day weekend (MDW) packed with epic parties, star-studded shows and sun-soaked celebrations that only the Entertainment Capital of the World can offer.
Highlights throughout the weekend include:
Exceptional Events
The Punk Rock Bowling & Music Festival will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a stacked weekend of live music from more than 30 bands from Friday to Monday at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center. The festival will feature high-energy performances by punk rock icons such as Social Distortion, Peter Hook & The Light, Cock Sparrer and many more.
Guests looking for fun in the sun can splash into the all-new $20 million project, Go Pool, at Flamingo Las Vegas. The multi-pool complex will include a swim-up bar, high-energy DJs and a reimagined pool-side food and beverage menu.
Caspian’s Cocktails & Caviar located at Caesars Palace will celebrate the long weekend with live entertainment as “The Sailing Club” yacht rock night returns to port at Caspian’s for another night of soft rock, smooth grooves and retro glam headlined by Radical West. Performances throughout the weekend include Mojo Juju on Friday, Justin Carder and The Southern Language on Saturday, culminating with the return of “The Sailing Club” on Sunday.
Caesars Entertainment will offer veterans and military personnel an extra 5% off hotel bookings from Monday, May 19 to Monday, May 26, in addition to their year-round military appreciation discount.
Bel-Aire Backyard at Durango Casino & Resort is set to host an exciting MDW celebration Friday through Monday. Guests can look forward to poolside parties featuring live DJ performances, including French DJ and saxophonist, Natty Rico, on Saturday; outdoor dining at the Backyard Grill; and other special events.
Fashion Show Las Vegas will kick off summer with the return of fan-favorite experience, Summer Vibes. This vibrant installation transforms The Great Hall into the ideal summer hangout, complete with floral ceiling installations, vibrant archways and eye-catching décor throughout the space. The exciting gathering will feature a DJ, complimentary airbrush tattoos, lawn games, a prize wheel and more.
The Plaza Hotel & Casino will host Southern Soul with an R&B twist featuring Gemini BDay Bash on Friday; two instructional line dancing classes on Saturday, as well as the West Coast Hip Hop After-Party with Mack 10 and Suga Free at 10 p.m.; and the Old School Throwback Sizzling Jam at 7 p.m. on Sunday.
Topgolf Las Vegas will celebrate with Neon Nights at The Hideaway Pool on Friday from 7-11 p.m. The 21+ event will offer a nighttime poolside experience with music and entertainment.
Stoney’s Rockin’ Country at Town Square will feature free entry for active and retired military members on Saturday.
Unforgettable Entertainment
Jewel Nightclub at ARIA Resort & Casino will host top hip-hop talent with performances from Fat Joe on Friday, Chase B on Saturday and Murda Beatz on Monday. Liquid Pool Lounge will bring the heat with a packed weekend lineup featuring DJ Kittie on Thursday, D-Miles on Friday, DJ Shift on Saturday, DJ Que on Sunday and DJ Shr3d on Monday.
OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace will feature EDM legends throughout the holiday weekend, with performances from Martin Garrix and Justin Mylo on Friday, Zedd on Saturday and Steve Aoki on Sunday.
The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas will celebrate the long weekend with a lineup of nightly live music fit for a springtime celebration with performances from The 442s on Friday, Radio XX on Saturday, The Wild Wolves on Sunday and Michael Richter on Monday. Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas will host high-energy performances from D-Miles on Thursday, Four Color Zack on Friday and DJ Pauly D on Saturday. After the sun goes down, Marquee Nightclub will feature Chris Lake on Saturday and a drenched after-dark pool party on Sunday.
Cirque du Soleil’s lineup of signature shows throughout the weekend includes Mad Apple at New York-New York Hotel & Casino at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; KÀ at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino at 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday; Michael Jackson ONE at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday; Mystère at Treasure Island Las Vegas at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday; and “O” at Bellagio Resort & Casino at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Blue Man Group at Luxor Las Vegas will add additional weekend performances, offering 2 p.m., 5 p.m., and 8 p.m. showings of the iconic blue rockers on Saturday and Sunday.
The brand-new Palm Tree Beach Club at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino will host top talent throughout the weekend, with performances from Deorro on Friday, Kygo on Saturday and Fisher on Sunday. Hakkasan Nightclub will keep the party rolling with performances from Loud Luxury on Thursday, Steve Aoki on Friday and Tyga on Saturday.
Palms Casino Resort will present performances from renowned comedian Nurse John on Friday and Saturday at the Pearl Theater.
At Resorts World Las Vegas, guests are invited to experience one of the largest pool decks on the Las Vegas Strip, featuring a family pool for all ages or the VIP Athena Infinity Pool for an adults-only experience with stunning Strip views. Adding to the fun, guests can party in the sun throughout the day at Ayu Dayclub with DJ Flight on Friday, Kaskade Summer Lovin on Saturday and DJ Snoopadelic on Sunday. Guests can keep the party going through the night at Zouk Nightclub with performances from chart-topping artists EstoVega on Thursday, Sickick on Friday and Illenium on Saturday. At the state-of-the-art Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas, five-time Grammy Award winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Janet Jackson, will perform in her exclusive residency, JANET JACKSON: LAS VEGAS, on Saturday and Sunday.
TAO Beach Club at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas will feature thrilling performances all weekend long, with Greg Lopez on Thursday, Benny Benassi on Friday, Martin Garrix and Justin Mylo on Saturday, and Alesso on Sunday. TAO Nightclub continues the jam-packed weekend with unforgettable DJ sets from DJ E-Rock on Friday and Justin Credible on Saturday.
Social media sensation Jake Shane, the host of popular podcast Therapuss, will make his venue debut at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on Saturday.
Renowned comedian, actor and podcast host, Sebastian Maniscalco, returns to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas with exclusive performances of “Sebastian Live in Vegas” on Saturday and Sunday.
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino will present iconic soft-rock duo, Air Supply, at Westgate International Theater on Friday and Saturday.
Delicious Dining
Proper Eats Food Hall inside ARIA Resort & Casino will offer veterans 50% off all orders from Lola’s Burgers Saturday through Monday.
PISCES Bar and Seafare will open at Wynn Las Vegas in May, just in time for MDW. The restaurant will transport diners to the Mediterranean coast, with a bold and vibrant menu curated by executive chef, Martin Heierling. Guests can expect a selection of fresh fish, sourced daily from the pristine waters of the Mediterranean, paired with a world-class wine list and innovative cocktails crafted by Wynn Las Vegas’ master mixologist, Mariena Mercer Boarini.
Vic’s Las Vegas, located downtown, will offer specials on ribs and pulled pork sandwiches Friday through Monday.
Getting Around the Destination
Offering seven stops along the resort corridor, the Las Vegas Monorail is the quickest way to zip around the Strip while enjoying the electrifying events offered during MDW in Las Vegas. Individual rides and multiday passes can be purchased at a discounted rate here, with the hours of operation provided here.
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