Ryan Slattery

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 new brunch at one of the best restaurants or a museum exhibition you’ve been wanting to check out, we have you covered. Here are the best things to do in Las Vegas this weekend. RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in Las Vegas right now Things to do in Las Vegas this weekend The All Out Stout Bout Beer Zombies Brewing July 26, 27 from 11am until taps run dry Stout lovers, clear your calendar. Beer Zombies Brewing is holding a summer edition of its All Out Stout Bout. They’ll be tapping eight stouts at 11am on Friday, and the event runs until the kegs get kicked. Tasting guests will vote for their favorite to crown a champion. Food trucks will be on site.  Sunset Luau at Bel-Aire BackyardDurango Casino & ResortJuly 26 5–10pm  Get an authentic taste of Hawaii at Bel-Aire Backyard’s Sunset Luau. Known for its Hawaiian street food, Ai Pono Cafe is hosting a themed pop-up at the Durango pool. The party will feature a number of bites for purchase and includes a pig roast, reggae tunes and a traditional fire knife and Tahitian dance performance. Rouge RoomRed Rock Casino Resort and Spa July 26 at 7pm  What makes this Ladies’ Night so special? It’s not just the all-night half-off drinks or the DJ  spinning tunes by the poolside venue, it’s the chance to win a free vacation for you and your friends. The Rouge Room will be giving away a trip for

Once Las Vegas mastered nightlife they dove into the dayclub scene giving the bachelorette and bachelor party crowd a place to play during the day. The resort pool is now one of the coolest places to spend an afternoon. What Las Vegas lacks in sand and surf it makes up tenfold in scene and vibe. While plenty of dayclubs with big name DJs make this list, there are also some more relaxing scenes where you can chill with a cocktail, read a book, get a poolside massage, or play a little swim-up blackjack. There are also wave pools, water slides, and a couple of family-friendly spots. Here are the best places to beat the heat in Las 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.  RECOMMENDED: 🍹 The best bars in Las Vegas🍴 The best restaurants in Las Vegas🎰 The best things to do in Las Vegas🏨 The best hotels in Las Vegas👙 The best Airbnbs with pools in Las Vegas 

Las Vegas is about eating as much as it is about partying and gambling. Before hitting one of the best clubs in Sin City, you'll want to fuel up at one of the best buffets in Las Vegas. While first introduced to keep hungry gamblers from leaving the casino, these massive, all-you-can-eat emporiums have become destinations unto themselves. Some have even transformed into upscale food halls over the years. Still, you can still find traditional buffets where variety and quantity are at the forefront. Ready to feast? The best buffets in Las Vegas satisfy all cravings and palates. 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🥃 The best bars 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. 

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.

In every respect, Vegas goes big. Its restaurants are known for their huge, splurge-worthy buffets; its clubs are some of the biggest around; its casinos go all night long. So it’s hardly surprising that bigger-is-better dominates the dispensary scene here too. The city boasts the largest dispensary in the whole world, Planet 13, which takes the top spot on our list (obviously), but there are a ton of great dispensaries all over the city. Just be careful where you light up; smoking or using in public can carry a hefty fine (or even jail time). Got it? Good. Here are the best dispensaries in Vegas.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Las Vegas🍴 The best restaurants in Las Vegas🏞️ The best hidden gems in Las Vegas🏩 The best hotels in Las 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. 

Is there anything better than brunch in Las Vegas? Many consider it to be the most important meal of the day–a weekend tradition that rivals seeing a show or making a trip to the nightclub. If taking part in the latter, it’s one thing you’ll definitely need and deserve after an epic night on the town. What the top brunches all have in common are great food, a fun atmosphere and a bit of booze–perhaps some bottomless champagne to go with your meal. So grab a mimosa or hail down the Bloody Mary cart and kick that hangover to the curb. We’re breaking down the best brunches in the city. Are you ready? 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.  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 bars in Vegas🏨 The best Las Vegas hotels 

  Las Vegas has become a culinary destination, but it wasn’t always that way. Not long ago, buffets and burger joints made up a majority of resort restaurants but that’s certainly not the case anymore. Buffets have been replaced with more sophisticated food halls and those cheap shrimp cocktails have morphed into elegant seafood towers. Even the chefs who once worked in the restaurants on The Strip have branched out and opened remarkable restaurants—without the inflated prices—in neighborhoods all across the valley. You'll find chefs hailing from Michelin-starred establishments and stunning brasseries, plus some plant-based surprises, 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

Las Vegas is always lit, 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, our favorite Christmas events in Las Vegas making the end of the year feel extra festive. RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in Las Vegas

Coffee culture has arrived in Las Vegas in a big way. Over the past few years, independent coffee shops have popped up all across the city to offer locals and visitors alike a much-needed escape from the national chains. These hip coffee houses are roasting beans, making specialty coffee concoctions and creating unique spaces (hello, Harry Potter), giving coffee lovers a perfect place to meet and relax with a cup o’ joe. Whether it’s for the caffeine fix or the ambiance or as a WFH alternative, the best coffee shops in Las Vegas provide plenty of buzz-worthy options. RECOMMENDED: The best restaurants in Las Vegas This guide was updated by Las Vegas-based writer Ryan Slattery. At Time Out, all our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

Halloween is approaching and all you’ve got is a vague idea of what you’ll be, an oversized bag of candy in your pantry, tempting you, and a half-baked plan on where you’ll go for the spookiest night of the year. Your first order of business: nail down the outfit. Rather than go the Amazon route, we suggest starting your search for something to wear at America’s coolest costume stores. Not only will you find a ton of inspo from years of curation and creativity but you’ll also be supporting local as many of these spots have been staples in the communities they’ve serviced for decades. Below, we highlight independent costume shops nationwide, from Los Angeles and New York to Miami and Asheville, ready to help with all your Halloween needs.

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 OMNIA Nightclub? The 75,000-square-foot club has three distinct rooms. The main room is where the action is. Here, you’ll see big name DJs and a ton of celebrities as you party among the stars. With 96 VIP tables, there will be plenty. If you need to escape to catch your breath there is a smaller ultra-lounge just around the corner and an upstairs patio with an outdoor terrace if you want some air and views of the Strip. Is OMNIA Nightclub worth visiting? For the music. Steve Aoki, Tiesto and Zedd are all resident DJs at a spot where nights turn to morning in the blink of an eye. The club is also popular for bachelor and bachelorette parties, and don’t sleep on it on Tuesdays–it’s industry night and the crowd comes out. What’s the best way to see OMNIA Nightclub? For bottle service and a bit of real estate, reserve a VIP table. Otherwise, pay the entry fee (it varies on the day and who’s performing), and dance the night away. What is a good place to eat near OMNIA Nightclub? Caesars Palace has plenty of places to eat. For a quick bite, hit up the food court or go next door to Stanton Social Prime for more casual yet upscale food. Check out more things to do in Las Vegas.

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.

What is Caesars Palace? Evel Knievel made the fountains famous. Celine Dion made residencies cool, and The Forum Shops brought luxury shopping to the city before anyone else. Today, Adele and Garth Brooks croon in the 4,300-seat Colosseum; ABSINTHE shocks audiences with its adults-only show and restaurant rule. Is Caesars Palace worth visiting? Absolutely. Its 85-acre center Strip location is ideal. The resort has 3,980 guest rooms, including the 182-room, Japanese-inspired boutique Nobu Hotel (and one of Nobu Matsuhisa’s largest restaurants). Guests beat the heat at the five-acre Garden of the Gods pool complex, relax at the luxurious Qua Baths & Spa, and party at OMNIA Nightclub with some of the world’s top DJs. What’s the best way to see Caesars Palace? Book a room to stay on the property, or just walk over and check it out. Where is it good to eat around Caesars Palace? Bacchanal Buffet is widely considered to be the city’s best buffet but the property has more than a dozen restaurants to experience. Guy Savoy serves elegant French cuisine, NY steakhouse Peter Luger just opened, and celebrity chefs Gordon Ramsay, Bobby Flay, Giada De Laurentiis, Guy Fieri, Lisa Vanderpump and pastry chef Dominique Ansel of cronut fame, all have restaurants or fast-casual eateries here. Check out more things to do in Las Vegas.

What is the Neon Museum? It’s the place where the neon signs that once graced the historic marquees of the past live on, many in all their illuminated glory on a plot of dirt in downtown Las Vegas. Visitors enter the museum through the shell-shaped La Concha lobby (built in 1961), which, like all the signs here, was saved from demolition and moved to the site. Is the Neon Museum worth visiting? It’s great for social media. Founded in 1996, the forward-thinking minds behind the Neon Museum helped salvage hundreds of historic signs, keeping them from hitting the real boneyard–never to be seen again. From the original Hard Rock guitar to illuminated signs like the Fitzgerald, Riviera, The Flame, and Ugly Duckling, it’s picture-perfect. The Boneyard contains more than 250 unrestored signs, illuminated at sunset with ground lighting, while numerous restored signs are lit all the time. What’s the best way to see the Neon Museum? Take a tour and learn the history. The stories are as legendary as the signs themselves. Where is good to eat around the Neon Museum? While you’re downtown, check out the Fremont Street Experience. There are dozens of restaurants at the many casinos and nearby neighborhood. Check out more things to do in Las Vegas.

What is the Fremont Street Experience? The city’s original downtown was down on its luck until it received a remodel and got its light canopy in 2004. The incredible LED light display, called Viva Vision, not only rejuvenated this casino quarter but also made it a must-visit on any trip to Las Vegas. On the hour shows projected on the 1,375-foot-long, 90-foot-wide screen currently feature songs and accompanying graphics from artists like Imagine Dragons, Katy Perry, Shakira, and Tiesto. Is the Fremont Street Experience worth visiting? There’s a reason 24 million people visit the Fremont Street Experience, so why shouldn’t you? Tucked under the 90-foot tall canopy is a six-block pedestrian corridor and entertainment district. On weekends, live bands play on three stages and there are eight casinos, hundreds of restaurants of bars, and lots to take in. It’s also home to SlotZila, an 850-foot Zipline, and 1,750-foot Zoomline, where you can take in the action from above. What’s the best way to see the Fremont Street Experience? Head down and take it all in. It’s free. Where is good to eat around the Fremont Street Experience? There are plenty of restaurants inside the many casinos lining the pedestrian mall and the city’s Arts District is just blocks away. For steak, check out Vic & Anthony's inside the Golden Nugget or visit Circa for a deli sandwich at Saginaw's or Asian cuisine from 8 East. Check out more things to do in Las Vegas.

Where do you start? Tackling Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace is like running a marathon. With more than 250 individual-sized dishes, this is definitely a place where you need to pace yourself and choose wisely. There is no way you’ll be able to taste everything and you absolutely must save room for dessert–which, in my opinion, is the best part of the Bacchanal experience. Even before I ordered my sweet tea, I took a long lap past all 10 kitchens and action stations to scout the seemingly endless options. It’s a necessary move just to orient yourself and to plan an efficient attack through what is widely considered the city’s top buffet, and with a hefty price (dinner starts at $79.99), you want to be sure to get your money’s worth. The first buffet in Las Vegas opened at the El Rancho resort in 1941. The whole premise was to quickly feed hungry gamblers in chuck-wagon-style and keep them on property. Others caught on and it became a Vegas signature. When Bacchanal Buffet opened in 2012 to eye-popping success, it upped the ante, forcing competitors to tweak, or completely overhaul, their own operations. Photograph: Courtesy Caesars Palace The reason Bacchanal stands out is that, despite its overwhelming number of offerings, it’s still approachable. You don’t feel engulfed by the experience. Bacchanal also changed the game with open, chef-run kitchens and by serving individual portions on small plates. In doing so, they eliminated food waste and the need to scoop out spoo

What makes an amazing pizza, simply outstanding? Hint: It’s not the water.  Las Vegas recently landed two pizzerias on the prestigious 50 Top Pizza list, a recognition that puts them among the best pizza places in the U.S. On the list: renowned pizza maker Tony Gemignani’s Pizza Rock along with Double Zero Pie & Pub, a one-year old pizza restaurant in Chinatown headed by chef Michael Vakneen. So how is this ranking assembled? Well, 50 Top Pizza dispatches anonymous inspectors all over the country to not only judge the quality of the pizza but the service and atmosphere. They dine. They pay. And then in Vakneen’s case, “you wake up and get an email one morning saying you made the list.” Vakneen says to think of it as “the Michelin guide to pizza.” He tells Time Out at a recent anniversary party that it was “a pinch me moment” and a milestone. Photograph: Courtesy Eugene Dela CruzMichael Vakneen of Double Zero Pie & Pub Vakneen credits his pursuit of perfection and his dedicated team to making the list. When asked the secret to crafting an award-winning neo-Neapolitan pie, the former bagel maker turned pizzaiolo chuckles and responds, “It’s not the water at all.” But it’s everything else, starting with finely milled 00 (double zero) flour.  “It’s the process and the ingredients you’re using. The quality of everything going into it and the quality of the person that’s making it,” Vakneen explains. “It’s mastering the process and perfecting the timing.” Vakneen is always experi

Documentaries about buildings are a rather rare breed. It takes a combination of history, money dealings and intrigue coupled with a cast of characters and wild stories to make it actually interesting. And even then, it still would have a very specific audience. In the case of This Building of Ours, it targets longtime Las Vegans, history buffs and folks fascinated with the Mob—so quite a few of us. The just-released documentary is a tribute to one of the most historic buildings in Las Vegas—one that’s not a casino but still has a compelling past. This Building of Ours tells the story of the city’s former federal building, now the Mob Museum, in downtown Las Vegas.  The Las Vegas federal building opened November 11, 1933 and served as the post office and courthouse until the city outgrew the space and built a newer version nearby. In a city that usually erases its history with a boom (the Tropicana will be imploded in October), this building survived when the feds sold it to the city for $1 with the stipulation that it be restored and used for cultural purposes. It then became the Mob Museum.  The new documentary, now available for free on YouTube, is an interesting look at how a town of ranches and gambling halls developed into a full-blown city and how the federal building was at the center of it all. It hosted the Kefauver Committee hearings on organized crime in 1950, newspaper publisher Hank Greenspun battled the Mob under its roof and Frank Sinatra once testified before

Growing up in Massachusetts, I would spend part of every summer on Cape Cod so I’ve had my share of tasty lobster boils. As an East Coast transplant here in the desert, I miss those carefree days on the beach taking in the salty air and pulling the contents of the boil out of a steaming pot.  Luckily, this month Tailgate Social took me back to my childhood when it added a traditional New England lobster boil to its menu. Located just off-Strip inside the Palace Station Casino, the sports bar celebrates each summer with its version of the boil.    It’s an entire Maine lobster—weighing in at roughly a pound and a half—served with littleneck clams, andouille sausage, corn on the cob, a handful of red bliss potatoes and melted butter for dipping. Bibbed diners use a cracker to extract the lobster meat. It’s messy and hard work but worth the effort. And priced at $26 it’s an affordable find for lobster lovers.  The deal is set to expire at the end of July but we’re hoping for an endless summer extension. For those who don’t want to work for their dinner, Tailgate Social has a lobster roll ($21) on the menu as well.  Photograph: Courtesy Tailgate Social Lobster can be found on the menu of many Strip restaurants, often set at market price. Two of our other favorite lobster locales are at the Palms Casino where you can get a half-price lobster tail ($25) during Scotch 80 Social Hour or dive into an all-you-can-eat lobster dinner buffet ($64.99) at the A.Y.C.E Buffet every Wednesday

You’ll find more than just golf balls sailing above Atomic Golf: The massive four-story driving range, restaurant and bar complex is adding weekly drone shows to its repertoire.  The first Las Vegas residency drone show (we expect it won’t be the last in this copycat town) was unveiled last week. Naturally, the drones fly into formation and show a golfer striking a ball but they also zip through the sky and reveal dancing showgirls and so much more you’ll have to see for yourself.   The show utilizes between 200 and 1,000 drones (it varies from week to week) to create the spectacle, which will occur every Thursday night at 9pm and again at 11pm. For now, it’s expected to run for 12 weeks (that’s into October). Admission to the show is free. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alejandra Aguilar (@golfmami_) Sitting in the shadow of the STRAT, Atomic Golf is more than just a 103-bay driving range. They also have a high-tech Putting District with projection mapping, six bars, a Tap Room with more than a dozen locally brewed beers and a food menu with items like kalua pork quesadillas, specialty flatbreads and truffle lobster popcorn. Photograph: Courtesy Atomic Golf “This is another evolution of our offerings,” Alex Christiansen, Atomic Golf’s creative director said in a press release. “With our nightly laser show already captivating audiences, a residency drone show perfectly enhances the Atomic Golf experience.” While it may be the city’s only dr

It’s never too early to make plans for New Year’s Eve, right? EDM fans might want to eyeball this one and start making plans to come to Las Vegas because the first electronic music act to perform at Sphere is sure to be an absolute spectacle. It was announced today that music label and audiovisual event series Afterlife is bringing Anyma’s “The End of Genesys” to the ultimate stage for an experience like no other. Expect Anyma, the solo project of Matteo Milleri, at his very best: This venue shines for visual artists, engulfing the audience within its domed, curved screen. Anyone who has witnessed U2 perform at Sphere or has seen current headliners Dead & Company will happily tell you of their experience (hint: mid-level seats here are the best). UPDATE: In addition to the December 31 show, Anyma has added dates on December 27, 28, 29 and 30 and January 1, as well. So Anyma will bring everything you’ve seen in those viral videos online—the music, art and towering robotic graphics—to his NYE show in Las Vegas but on a much larger, more immersive scale when he runs through the final performance of his critically-acclaimed“Genesys” show as the clock strikes midnight. Sensory overload for sure. Fans can sign up now for presale tickets, which go on sale July 22 at 9am. General sale starts July 23 at 9am.

The iHeartRadio Music Festival is returning to Las Vegas. The two-day event, now in its 14th year, is being hosted by Ryan Seacrest and will feature headlining performances from Dua Lipa, Halsey, Doja Cat, Big Sean, Camila Cabello and so many more. Here are all the details you need to know ahead of this year’s show. When is the iHeartRadio Music Festival? The event takes place over two days: Friday, September 20 and Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 7:30pm each night. Where is the festival being held? At T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Despite the “festival” part of its name, this isn’t your typical festival experience—it’s produced more like an awards show with bands all performing on the same stage one after the other. What’s the lineup for 2024? Day One: Camila Cabello, Dua Lipa, Gwen Stefani, Paramore, Shaboozey, the Black Crowes and Thomas Rhett Day Two: Big Sean, Doja Cat, Halsey, Hozier, Keith Urban, New Kids on the Block and Victoria Monét Where can I get tickets? Tickets are available at AXS.com (starting at $59.50) and can be purchased for a single day or as a two-day pass, which allows fans access to performances both nights. Why should I go? Being an arena show, this is perfect for anyone who wants to see multiple bands playing their greatest hits in a single setting without traipsing around festival grounds. Sets are roughly 30 minutes long with each artist playing about four to five songs. “The iHeartRadio Music Festival is the one time each year when the best-in-cla

Usually the announcement of a new happy hour gets just a cursory glance. You simply scan it and see that the menu cuts a couple bucks off a handful of appetizers and a couple of drinks. But what Scotch 80 Prime just announced was eye opening. The venerable Palms steakhouse introduced a massive twice-nightly summerlong menu that slashes prices in half for some of the restaurant’s top-selling items. You’ll find 8-ounce steaks (filet mignon or rib-eye) for just over $30, miso-glazed Chilean sea bass for $27 and a lobster tail for $25, for example. In all, there are 17 dishes of “half price happiness” on the menu including some chef Marty Lopez signatures like beef tartare crispy rice and shrimp toast using Hokkaido milk bread, which was my favorite dish of the bunch. Photograph: Courtesy YZAKHARKIN/Scotch 80 Prime Scotch 80 Prime, already a destination neighborhood steakhouse, is using the twice daily deal to draw in locals and reintroduce the off-Strip restaurant during the slower summer months. Lopez called it a “value-driven, greatest hits” menu and emphasized that no shortcuts are being taken. “This is like pricing from 10 years ago,” Lopez said at a tasting. “It’s the same high-end quality dishes we offer for dinner. We just want you to enjoy them a little bit earlier and get more bang for your buck.” Photograph: Courtesy Scotch 80 Prime Lopez said they selected the top dishes in every category—from raw bar, salads and sides to wood-fire grilled prime steaks, fish and

These are the days many of us wish we invested in poker lessons and learned how to play no-limit hold’em. That’s because the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event has been whittled down to nine players, and each one is guaranteed to walk away with at least a cool million. It was another record-setting field with 10,112 players each ponying up the $10,000 entry fee. Last year, Daniel Weinman beat out 10,043 entrants. And while the Stanley Cup is considered the most iconic trophy in sports (it has its own dedicated caretaker after all), in Vegas lore the WSOP bracelet is a coveted prize and the richest trophy in sports. And this year’s version is a doozy. Photograph: Courtesy World Series of Poker It’s a pricey bracelet to say the least, and it comes accented with $10 million cash and the prestige of being a poker champion. Jostens crafted this gem which is made of 445 grams of 10-karat yellow gold and contains 1,948 round diamonds with 230 black onyx stones and 75 red rubies aligned to make the card suits sparkle. As we mentioned, all nine players will walk away millionaires with the runner-up taking home a not too shabby $6 million. Final Table action takes place July 16 to 17 at Horseshoe Las Vegas. Fans can follow the action online.

How pretty is your city? According to Level Frames, a company that focuses on framing artwork and personal photos, it’s all based on social media posts. This unscientific study analyzed Google search data, Instagram and TikTok hashtags to reveal the top locations for the picture-perfect getaway—the type of place that results in a framed photo on your wall. The most stunning destination? Drumroll please: Bali, Indonesia for its amazing temples, lush greenery and remarkable beaches. Paris and Madrid were next, followed by Las Vegas and New York (which tied for fourth). The other U.S. city to make the top 10 was Los Angeles. Having visited all of the top 10 cities on this list, I wouldn’t juggle them around that much but maybe pop a city or two onto this list—Prague in the Czech Republic or Seville, Spain are both architectural gems. Rounding out the list, Dubai, as opulent as it may be, is a bit overhyped in my opinion. But if you haven’t visited these cities, you should. As for Las Vegas, you’ll find natural beauty at Red Rock Canyon, picturesque plating in the restaurants and incredible backdrops and immersive experiences in its many museums. When it comes to parties and love, Las Vegas was a winner topping Level Frames’ list for best bachelor party destination and ranking for bachelorette parties (four), as a wedding destination (four) and for being one of the best cities to propose in (seven). Most Picturesque Places according to Level Frames Bali, Indonesia Paris, France

Calling all wizards and witches. Las Vegas is in its Potter era. Harry Potter pop-ups are magically appearing this month. A pair of Ellis Island Casino events (a brunch and movie night) along with a Las Vegas Aviators baseball cap giveaway join the ongoing, intense action of the Potted Potter parody stage show—a comedic retelling of all seven books in 70 minutes. Known for karaoke and craft beer, Ellis Island is welcoming wizards to the Front Yard for two Potter-themed weekend events kicking off with a brunch on July 13. As if we needed to tell you, costumes are encouraged.  The Half Brunch Prince (10am–3pm) will feature a spellbinding meal with bottomless mimosas, butterbeer ($5) and food specials such as fluffy Honeydukes Pancakes drizzled with a bourbon maple syrup ($12). A live DJ will create the vibe. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Monica | Harry Potter Lifestyle⚡️ (@mischiefmoniccat) Then on July 19, Potter fans will don their cloaks again and flock back to the Front Yard for a Potter-themed dining experience and screening of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (7–10pm) on the bar’s 18-foot big-screen TV. Potter fans will dine on Wizards Stuffed Potato Skins, shepherd’s pie stuffed in potato skins with melted cheese ($16), and sip on cocktails like the tequila and elderflower-flavored Tongue Tying Lemon Squash ($12), along with a champagne and ginger beer Felix Felicis ($12) and a michelada called the Three Headed Dog ($14). That same nig

Ice Ice Vegas Baby, Vegas! Sorry, this sizzling heat is melting my brain and has me writing Jeopardy mash-up clues. But for those familiar with the two ’90s pop culture references (answer: who are Vanilla Ice and Swingers), keep reading because you’ll likely find this cool deal to your liking.  After shattering all-time temperature records for the past week (topping out at 120-degrees), people in Las Vegas are in need of a place to cool off. Whether it’s escaping to Mount Charleston or just soaking in a pool, where else do you find relief?  Enter Minus5º ICEBAR with a Strip alternative. The ice attraction is launching a “Polar Passport” offering visitors unlimited three-day access to all three Las Vegas Strip locations. So anyone planning to visit Mandalay Bay, the LINQ Promenade or Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian can get in on the game. Photograph: Courtesy Minus5° ICEBAR With its cutesy name, the $79 “V-ICE-P” package provides pop-in access for three consecutive days. Along with entry, the pass includes gloves and a faux fur coat at each ice lounge, two ice cocktails and 20% off drinks at any Minus5º daiquiri bar.  In addition to the images captured with the intricate chainsaw-created sculptures, you’ll also become the proud owner of a souvenir cap, joining an exclusive club (I own a white fur Minus5º trapper hat that’s ideal for Vegas winters). Yes, it snows here. Photograph: Courtesy Minus5° ICEBAR But if hiding in a fake igloo for your entire trip isn’t in the pl