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Chris Distefano

Get ready for laughs at MGM Grand PAGE 32

Def Leppard

Rocking all month long at Caesars Palace PAGE 34

Enjoy the Super Bowl!

There’s no shortage of parties in town PAGE 36

Jabbawockeez

This dance crew’s moves will wow you at MGM Grand PAGE 38

The Suite Life

Wait until you see this space at Westgate Las Vegas! PAGE 40

Overheard on the Strip

They said what?!? PAGE 48

Editor’s Note PAGE 7

7 Days

Our publisher gives you everything you need to plan the perfect week PAGE 8

Spotlight PAGE 11

Collective Soul PAGE 12

Richie Palmer’s Mulberry Street Pizzeria of Beverly Hills PAGE 14

Player 1 Video Game Bar PAGE 16

The Neon Museum PAGE 18

The Range 702 PAGE 20

WSKY Stadium

Enjoy the Super Bowl here! PAGE 22

Cheers

Here Kitty Kitty

Vice Den

Relive the fun of those ’90s DJ parties—and some amazing cocktails—at this Resorts World Las Vegas hot spot’s weekly themed event PAGE 24

Friends With Benefits

Alejandro Gonzalez

Meet this tattoo artist at Club

Tattoo at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood PAGE 26

Nosh

Edge Steakhouse

From decor and service to cuisine and cocktails, this Westgate Las Vegas steakhouse truly stands alone PAGE 28 Showbiz

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Comedy Gold Mine

I’m a huge fan of stand-up comedy. Whenever I’m driving, I’m usually streaming the Pandora comedy radio stations. What’s great about that is you never know what comedian will pop up next. And I will never forget the moment I first heard the comedy of Chris Distefano from Size 38 Waist. As he talked about his family, his upbringing and incredibly inappropriate comments made by his father, I could not stop laughing. I immediately sought out everything I could on this man, and it was a deep dive! His body of work in a relatively short time is as impressive as it is hilarious.

If you’re like me, you’ve visited Vegas at the perfect time. Distefano is bringing his singular sense of humor to MGM Grand, and it promises to be one of the premier comedy events of 2026 (“Relatable Chaos,” p. 32). You really don’t want to miss this show.

And that’s just the beginning of the entertainment in store for you this week. Def Leppard, no strangers to the Las Vegas Strip, will perform throughout the month of February at Caesars Palace (“Muscle Memory,” p. 34). Expect all the hits and some newer material, as this band has continued to be extremely productive.

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Fans of the dance crew Jabbawockeez will be thrilled to learn that it has updated its show at MGM Grand, now called FREQNCY. Even if you’ve seen the show before, expect to be surprised at what the troupe has in store (“Electric Moves,” p. 38).

What’s more entertaining than the Super Bowl? If you’re planning on attending a party in Vegas on Feb. 8, you’ll definitely want to check out our guide of options, along with an expanded web edition (“Get Your Game On!” p. 36 ).

From laughs to music and sports, there’s no end to the fun in Vegas this week.

What to do in Las Vegas this week

Katie Dixon, Publisher

Sunday

1

Awana Spa

This luxurious facility offers a variety of services. Try the Sauna Meister-led journey, a 30-minute themed experience of aromatherapy and rhythmical towel movements. Resorts World Las Vegas, rwlasvegas.com Feb.

Monday 2

Phil’s Steakhouse

This hidden gem serves up prime cuts, mouthwatering seafood and classic Italian specialties. Don’t skip the oysters or the perfectly seasoned bone-in ribeye. Treasure Island, treasureisland.com

Tuesday

3

FlyOver Las Vegas

Experience flight without leaving the ground. This cutting-edge attraction takes you on a journey over the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley and other spectacular locations. 771 Las Vegas Blvd. S., flyoverlasvegas.com

Wednesday

4

How Ya Dough’n

South Florida’s viral sourdough sensation crafts New Yorkstyle pies with an 8-to-12-day wild yeast fermentation process that creates seriously exceptional dough. BVLD Las Vegas, blvdlasvegas.com

Thursday 5

Universal Horror Unleashed Year-round terror awaits at this immersive horror experience. Explore four spine-chilling haunted houses, plus themed dining and live entertainment throughout. Not for the faint of heart. AREA15, universalhorrorunleashed.com For Insider Tips go to

Friday 6

Jabbawockeez

This dance crew brings its signature white masks and jawdropping choreography to life in FREQNCY. This production blends awe-inspiring moves, pulse-pounding music and awesome special effects. MGM Grand, jbwkz.com

Saturday 7

Dominique Ansel Las Vegas

The James Beard Awardwinning pastry chef brings his world-famous creations to the Strip. Try the legendary Cronut with rotating monthly flavors, the buttery DKA and the Cookie Shot. Caesars Palace, caesars.com

Continuing a Rich Legacy

Rock band returns to Las Vegas Strip property to continue its annual multinight engagement tradition

Collective Soul began what many of its fans hope is a tradition last year: It launched its first-ever multinight engagement in Las Vegas. The band had played multinight engagements in other cities, but its debut at The Venetian Theatre—a venue that’s been very good to other legacy acts like Styx, Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire—was something truly special. And the success of the run has the entire band looking forward to its return.

Looking forward is something Collective Soul has always done, save for anniversary tours like 2024’s celebration of three decades since the band struck pay dirt with sleeper single “Shine.” That tour was also in support of Here to Eternity, a 20-track double album recorded in Elvis Presley’s Palm Springs residence.

If there was a rock act that qualifies as a working-man’s band, Collective Soul is it. Rhythm guitarist Dean Roland and older brother Ed Roland got the band back in action as soon as restrictions lifted and logged many miles on tours, both solo and with Hootie & the Blowfish.

“We always look at this as an opportunity we got 30 years ago. We

love what we do,” Roland told Las Vegas Magazine prior to the start of its Venetian run. “We just try to stay active and appreciate the fact that we get to play music for a living.”

Music has been a blessing for the Roland brothers since they grew up in a household headed by a Baptist minister in an Atlanta suburb. Ed, older by eight years, attended Berklee College of Music and soaked up the sounds of then-popular bands such as The Cars before returning home and working at a recording studio.

It was there Ed slowly made a demo with scraps of audio tape cut from other bands’ sessions, a recording that would include “Shine.” The song made waves independently and was subsequently championed by Orlando rock station WJRR.

“We had our moments of being morons when we were younger, just doing rock ‘n’ roll stuff, but we always tried to respect the fact … to take it serious. We wanted a career,” Roland said. Mission accomplished. –Ken Miller

The Venetian, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 4-7, starting at $60 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

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Who Wants Pizza!?

Strip restaurant is a slice of authentic New York goodness

It’s inevitable that on any vacation at least one meal will be a pizza pick from all involved. May we suggest one place to hit up if you’ve got that pie craving? Richie Palmer’s Mulberry Street Pizzeria of Beverly Hills. You want a real East Coast pizza with simple yet incredibly delicious ingredients and an experience that’ll be a highlight of your Vegas vacation—this is the spot.

“We’re real New Yorkers coming in and bringing our pizza,” said Darren Tripicchio, general manager. “… Our focus on that balance with the sauce, the cheese, the dough—really old-school New York pizza, that oldschool New York Bronx pizza, that’s what it’s based on. (It’s) a very thin crust and crispy. And it’s all about the balance and the ratio between the dough, the sauce and the cheese. It’s an art. The balance of the three is what makes a pizza excellent.”

Tripicchio’s family has been pumping out pies all over Southern California for more than three decades, bringing their authentic flavors—many of the recipes come from his grandmother’s kitchen— with the sauce, the ziti and the salad dressings.

The cheese and pepperoni pies will more than satisfy, but we also

suggest trying Mulberry’s specialty pies, which have been so popular that they’ve become part of the permanent menu. The bulgogi pizza is a Korean barbecue-style pizza with bulgogi beef in a made-in-house marinade, onions, scallions and homemade spicy mayo, while the carne asada pizza includes carne asada steak, pico de gallo, cilantro, salsa verde sauce and a made-in-house cilantro aioli drizzle.

“Please come visit us and you’ll see—a lot of people tell us we’re the best,” Tripicchio said. “We never abandon quality; it’s always going to be top-notch.”

Besides the authentic and creative eats, don’t skip out on the drinks. Longtime friend of the family Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson partnered with Mulberry Street Pizzeria to offer the actor’s tequila brand Teremana. You can get the spirit in frozen margarita form, best-sellers for the restaurant. Try The Rockarita that blends Teremana, pineapple and coconut, and the Teremana Sunrise, mixed with pineapple, coconut, orange, grenadine and Teremana. –Kiko Miyasato

Feel Like an (Adult) Kid

Drink and play video games at this popular bar

Years ago, Jeffrey Benoit and friends were playing a heated game of Halo and drinking some beers in his living room. “And then the wives wanted us to find somewhere else to play,” he says, laughing. So, he and said friends opened their first bar arcade in Orlando in 2012, and in 2019 brought the concept to Las Vegas. “We also wanted to do a retro arcade-style video game bar in Las Vegas; I love Las Vegas,” Benoit says. Thus, Player 1 Video Game Bar was born.

“We span the whole history of gaming from 1970s to 2025,” Benoit says. Once

you pay the cover and step inside the bar, you’ll enter a gamer’s paradise with tons of arcade games and consoles available to play as much as you want, including Play Station 5, Xbox and Xbox 360, Nintendo 64 and Sega Dreamcast, Marvel Super Heroes, Mortal Kombat, Tekken 2, Street Fighter, Ninja Turtles, Guitar Hero, Commando, Jungle King, Popeye, Donkey Kong, Tron, NBA Jam, Robocop, Karate Champ, Q*bert, Centipede and Pengo, as well as a whole section of pinball machines; there are even lounge-like areas with gaming chairs to play the consoles.

And what goes better with gaming than drinking? Enjoy video game-inspired cocktails like Princess Peaches, The Vice City and the Potion of Mana, as well as 50 beer taps and sake options.

“Player 1 is a nice break from gambling,” Benoit says. “It’s a nice stop to see the history of gaming. We’re constantly updating and changing out the games we offer. We’re trying to keep the spirit of gaming alive.” –Kiko Miyasato

2797 S. Maryland Pkwy, 21+. 725.204.1399

Cinematic History

Downtown attraction featuring the city’s iconic signage now offers a movie-themed tour

This is an excursion worth taking while in town! Jaunt downtown to The Neon Museum for its new Viva Las Vegas! movie tour, led by one of the staff’s knowledgeable guides. (Many of them are Las Vegas born and raised, and have a wealth of knowledge and anecdotes to share.)

The tour is about 45 minutes and starts in the museum’s lobby, which is the actual lobby of the La Concha Motel, which opened in 1961 just three miles down the road. The tour is a great mix of cinema history and city history, all told based on the signs that you’ll stroll past in the museum’s Neon Boneyard. (There are a total of 30 illuminated pieces in the boneyard.)

Cool history tidbits include that the Moulin Rouge, the country’s first racially integrated casino, opened in 1955 (sign pictured). The famed Rat Pack would often perform here late into the night. The Aladdin lamp stood atop the Aladdin Hotel, where Elvis and Priscilla got married in 1967. The Red Barn sign helped illuminate one of the city’s first gay bars in the late-’60s, and it’s also where one of the first drag shows, RB Follies, was staged.

The Desert Inn sign sat on the property that Howard Hughes ended up purchasing after checking in to the top two floors beginning in 1966. It became the recluse’s permanent home until 1970, when he left the room on a stretcher to be flown to the Bahamas, never to return.

Cinema history includes the Plaza sign—the property appeared in Diamonds Are Forever, Back to the Future Part II, Cool World and Casino. The Riviera sign’s history includes the filming of movies like the original Ocean’s Eleven, Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery and Jason Bourne. And you can view the giant 82-foot Hard Rock Café guitar, appearing in a scene from Honey, I Blew Up the Kid

So many more stories and fun facts fill the rest of the tour— time well spent for those that want to learn a little more about Las Vegas and its starring role in pop culture. –Kiko Miyasato

770 Las Vegas Blvd. N. 702.387.6366

Take Your Best Shot

Attraction has firearm packages for all skill sets

Whether you’re new to the shooting range experience or you’re an old pro, you’ll find something tailored just for you at The Range 702, Las Vegas’ largest indoor firing facility that includes not only free transportation from your property but a state-of-the-art air filtration system that will make you want to stay (and shoot) all day.

Choose from among 20-plus packages. There’s Couples Therapy, featuring 10 rounds from a Commando, seven rounds

from a 1911, 20 rounds from an AR-40, 20 rounds from an AK-47 and 20 rounds from an M-4; there’s Extreme, featuring 50 rounds from an FN SCAR, 30 rounds from an M249 SAW, 25 rounds from an HK53 and 50 rounds from an MP5SD. (Oh, you also get to fire the .50 Browning Machine Gun!); and there’s All In, where you get to shoot the most powerful weapons the facility has to offer (Uzis, Desert Eagles and Glock 17s, anyone?).

If you’re looking to amplify your expe -

rience here even more, book a VIP suite containing three large-screen TVs and cool art on the walls, ideal for everything from parties to sports viewing. There are also four VIP lanes including amenities like a private hostess bar and your own private restroom facilities. It’s great for birthdays, anniversaries and bachelor and bachelorette parties. –Ken Miller

5999 Dean Martin Drive. 702.425.5312

Oh, the Location!

Bar and restaurant is ideally situated from Allegiant Stadium

Allegiant Stadium isn’t just for Raiders games; it’s in use all year long for a variety of events, from concerts and college games to Wrestlemania. And for those of you planning to head there this year, here’s a serious life hack for you: Avoid the craziness of its parking lot by going to nearby WSKY Stadium , a bar and restaurant that has plenty of parking during event nights (638 spots) and is just a short walk to the stadium!

Best of all? It’s a great place to pregame, with a huge lineup of beers on tap and a delicious cocktail program to pair with a wide array of entrees. Lunch and dinner highlights include the fish and chips, artisan pizzas like classic cheese, and the T&T smash burger, topped with white American cheese, caramelized onions, shredded lettuce, tomato and giardineira aioli on a brioche bun.

And for this year’s Super Bowl,

WSKY Stadium offers a Big Game Party for $65 per person, which includes all-you-can-drink beers, wines, seltzers, well liquors and Red Bull, as well as a raffle ticket for special prizes. For an additional $10, you get an additional four raffle tickets, all draft beers and premium liquors like Crown Royal. –Ken Miller

5625 Polaris Ave.

725.240.7625

Cheers

Kickin’ It Old School

Speakeasy bar combines the art of DJing and craft cocktailing

Who remembers vinyl? If your teenage years happened in the ’90s like me, you remember the days of crates, turntables and vinyl, and the DJs who carried all of it into the party. There was something special about listening to the DJ soundtrack the evening, switching out records, scratching them, slowing down and speeding up the sounds and mixing melodies. It was a special time for music, especially hip-hop and emerging electronic dance music.

Now there’s a place (and a party) that brings back all those vibes: Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den at Resorts World Las Vegas and its weekly High Fidelity Fridays.

“It’s an ode to Japanese listening bars; we wanted to create this because of the property’s Asian heritage,” says Josef Wagner, senior vice president of operations at Resorts World Las Vegas. “It’s like a lost art; hardly any DJs play with vinyl anymore and we wanted to bring that back in a beautiful, intimate setting. DJs playing a mix of old-school hip-hop, house music, funk, soul from the ’80s and ’90s.”

Along with the art of playing vinyl, Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den combines the art of mixology. It’s popular in many Japanese listening bars that the DJ booth is situated right behind the

bar, creating a perfect union of music and booze, and that vibe is re-created here. Guests can imbibe thoughtfully crafted cocktails made special for High Fidelity Fridays.

That Sidle Touch is a nod to the moves that DJs make when applying pressure to the record on the turntables. This slightly sweet bubbly cocktail is a mix of Patron reposado, prickly

pear syrup, lemon juice and rosé sparkling wine, served in a champagne flute with an orchid garnish. The Hennessy G Code pays homage to old-school hip-hop and its influence on the success of the Hennessy brand. Mixed with Hennessy VS, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, lychee liqueur and lemon juice, it’s served with an ice sphere and lime chip, resulting in a smooth, slightly

sour and sweet sip with a hint of botanicals and fruit.

A popular pick on the menu is Bartender’s Choice, where guest and bartender get to create a unique cocktail together based on the guest’s taste, likes, dislikes and even hobbies and interests. This led to standout cocktail Original Sin, created by current mixologist Adam Carroll and a recent guest. It’s mixed with Wild Turkey 101,

Insider’s Tips

Ask to check out The Book. Adam Carroll began writing down the best creations that have come from the Bartender’s Choice cocktails. Will your cocktail creation make it into The Book? Not only will you need to create a delicious recipe with Carroll, but your cocktail will need a creative name and cool backstory.

This week’s High Fidelity Fridays on Feb. 6 welcomes Shalvoy.

There is no cover charge and no reservation required to get into Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den, but for High Fidelity Fridays it is suggested to get there at 9 p.m. to guarantee entrance.

Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den opens nightly at 5 p.m.

Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den is inside a retail stall at Famous Foods Street

Eats (hidden behind one of the walls).

Inside the retail stall, purchase goodies from Japan like Hello Kitty ramen, plushies and sweet treats.

Campari, Italicus, Amaro Montenegro and Dolin Genepy Le Chamois and served with an ice sphere and dehydrated golden lemon slice. It’s a true Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den ode to the guests. The cocktail, reminiscent of a Negroni, became so popular that it made its way on to the permanent menu. So, while at High Fidelity Fridays, don’t miss your chance to order up a Bartender’s Choice and let the creativity of the evening

inspire you to create your own cocktail (and you get to name it, too!).

Other popular cocktails include Can I Smash, a bourbon-based drink with blueberry notes; Tai-Mai Tongue, a rum-based drink with hints of apricot and lime; and the Cara-Me-Home, a dessert-like treat with peanut butter whiskey and espresso.

“If you’re into spirits and a spirit collector, we have a nice collection of brown spirits like bourbons and single malts, too,” Wagner says. “And a special collection of Japanese whiskeys.” Coveted brands include FUYU, Hakushu and Hibiki, to name a few.

“We wanted to combine the DJ craft with the art of crafting cocktails, all in an intimate setting—about 60 people max—and make it about the music and the cocktails, in an unpretentious location with something for everyone,” Wagner says. “It’s a special night that’s playful.” Now those are some party vibes we can dig. –Kiko Miyasato

Resorts World Las Vegas. rwlasvegas.com

Friends With Benefits

Alejandro Gonzalez

Tattoo artist is proud of his career accomplishments

For 28 years, Alejandro Gonzalez’s love for his hometown of Havana, Cuba, was strong, but he knew he had to leave in order to pursue his ambition of being a tattoo artist. (Having a tattoo shop in Cuba was illegal at the time.) “I never thought about leaving Cuba, but I needed to for my career,” he says.

But where would he go to up his game? “I literally searched on the internet, ‘Top friendly tattoo cities in the U.S.’ and Las Vegas was No. 2 after Miami.” Gonzalez left for the United States and

landed in Las Vegas, where he slept on the streets until he found a tattoo shop that would hire him. After working at various spots around the city, he finally made the move to Miami, where he opened and ran his own tattoo shop for eight years. Three years ago, he made the move back to Vegas, where he has been working at high-end shop Club Tattoo at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood.

Gonzalez’s calling card is realism and portrait, but he’s down to do any tattoos for people that make the spur-of-the-

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moment choice to get inked during their Vegas vacation. “I always scare them more, tell them the needle will hurt bad!” he says, laughing. He likes to joke around to make his clients feel comfortable in his chair. “And then that way, when they feel it, it’s not that bad as they thought.”

Looking back on his career, Gonzalez says, “I started doing tattoos on myself at 15; they’re like my birthmarks. I’m 100% proud of what I’ve accomplished. I’ve built a proud career, from where I started to where I am now.”–Kiko Miyasato

Benefit You can check out Gonzalez’s work on the Club Tattoo website and on his Instagram @alejandrogonzalezink.

there’s one thing Vegas does right (there are many, actually), it’s the steakhouse. Nearly every resort has a high-end steakhouse, and at Westgate Las Vegas, you’ll find Edge Steakhouse. With this combination of new school and modern sensibilities, you’ll find excellent incarnations of classic dishes that you know and love, plus newer twists that add even more to the experience.

Start with a drink like the Vegas Dream, a delicious sip with vodka, passion fruit, prosecco and a huckleberry reduction in a pomegranate sugar-rimmed martini glass. It’s sweet and flavorful, and worth sipping to the last drop. If you get it at the bar while waiting for your table, the kind staff will carry it to your table.

You’ll find the staff very knowledgeable about the menu; most have been at Edge Steakhouse for many

By NINA KING

years. Get classic appetizers like the seafood platter, piled high with shrimp, oysters, octopus and king crab accompanied by cocktail sauce and lemon beurre monté sauce, or a shrimp cocktail with lemon and cocktail sauce. The hot, lightly fried shrimp starter, served with a sweet chili reduction, is so enticing that you may be tempted to skip everything else and order more.

Grilled octopus is spectacularly beautiful, with piquillo purée, pickled jingle bell peppers and a citrus gel on a smoked saffron potato cloud. The jumbo lump crab cake comes with lemon crème fraîche, cucumber and an avocado aioli. Foie gras gets a completely different treatment here; it’s made into mousse and served in a jar, with guava, kumquat confit, brûlée fig and fig crostini. It’s so sweet it could almost pass for dessert.

Caesar salad is a classic, and the wedge is accompanied by Nueske’s bacon, blue cheese and ranch dressing. The baby beet salad lightly dresses the vegetable in Meyer lemon vinaigrette, and artfully arranges mascarpone, pistachios, citrus and beet coral.

Edge Steakhouse features plenty of main dishes other than steaks, like roasted Mary’s organic chicken, which is citrus-brined and served with

a brown butter sage jus, and ora king salmon with a saffron potato risotto.

For your steak, try the 10-ounce filet mignon with roasted garlic, and 20-ounce cuts like the bone-in ribeye or dryaged N.Y. strip, a 10-ounce wagyu strip, among others, prepared Rossini-style with foie gras and Madeira wine sauce; au poivre; and blue cheese-crusted. Accompaniments include bone marrow, charred jalapeño, king crab Oscar; butter-poached lobster tail and more.

You can’t forget the sides—some favorites are the decadent mac and cheese,

with black truffle and white cheddar; and potato gratin, a deeply cheesy dish that begs to be the center of attention. The roasted Brussels sprouts are quite delicious, with the balsamic reduction adding a little tang, and apple mostarda, sweetness.

For dessert, Tahitian vanilla crème brulée is a pretty, tasty picture, and the milk chocolate sphere is sure to wow. Your server pours warm caramel sauce over the top of the smooth globe, and it slowly opens, revealing a warm s’mores brownie, vanilla Chantilly, pecan praline and salted caramel ice cream.

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Chris Distefano finds the funny in the unfortunate

There’s a particular kind of comedian who doesn’t just tell jokes, they barrel through them. Chris Distefano is that comedian, and he’s rolling into the David Copperfield Theater stage at MGM Grand for one night only as part of the Aces of Comedy series.

It’s your chance to witness a funnyman who’s turned his particular brand of self-deprecating chaos into soldout appearances. In 2023, Distefano made history as the first stand-up comedian to sell out both Radio City Music Hall and The Theater at Madison Square Garden on consecutive nights, a feat that speaks to this guy’s sheer relatability. He’s the friend who tells the story that makes everyone at the table double over, the one who finds comedy in life’s most unfortunate moments.

In fact, his latest hourlong special on Hulu is literally called It’s Just Unfortunate, executive produced by Jimmy Kimmel. (The “unfortunate” part references a hilarious childhood memory when his father convinced nearly everyone at Yankee Stadium that 12-year-old Chris had special needs just to upgrade their seats from the cheap section to home plate.)

Distefano’s comedy draws from the well of everyday disaster:

fatherhood, marriage, his ItalianAmerican upbringing. Sample his approach: “My girl, she wants a guy who knows how to build stuff. I don’t know how to build anything. I can build walls—emotionally.”

In a 2019 interview with The Hoya, he explained his comedy’s origins this way: “I think my comedy comes from, it would be like my defense mechanism when I was like sad or like having like an emotional outburst, instead of like yelling or doing drugs or something like that, I would just try to make people laugh.”

That’s Distefano’s particular brand of magic: He transforms life’s absurdities into your escape.

The multiplatform entertainer launched his career on MTV’s Guy Code and Girl Code, where his combustible energy found its natural home among other comedians riffing on modern life. From there, he starred in IFC’s Benders, co-hosted Netflix’s Ultimate Beastmaster and hosted Vice TV’s Super Maximum Retro Show. His 2022 Netflix special, Speshy Weshy, and Size 38 Waist on Comedy Central cemented what fans already knew: This guy can turn a frenetic, sweaty hour into nonstop laughter.

Distefano has conquered the pod-

10 p.m. Feb. 6, $45. ticketmaster.com

cast universe too, co-hosting the culthit History Hyenas with Yannis Pappas and running his solo show Chrissy Chaos, a title that doubles as personal branding. He’s a frequent guest on The Joe Rogan Experience and Your Mom’s House, where his stories ricochet off other comedians like conversational pinball. Television appearances on Impractical Jokers and The Deuce have kept him visible between stand-up gigs, and new projects are perpetually in the pipeline.

The Aces of Comedy series has built its reputation on bringing both legends and rising stars to MGM Grand’s stage. Distefano fits snugly into that lineup, a comedian hitting his prime at full, ADHD-fueled throttle. His delivery is like a conversation on maximum caffeine, turning personal catastrophes into rapid-fire punchlines before you realize he’s already moved on to the next disaster.

It’s the comedy equivalent of getting pulled into a whirlwind. All you can really do is hang on and laugh.

By Genevie Durano

Def Leppard brings its classic catalog back to Las Vegas

By Genevie Durano

Selling out the same city twice surely gives a band a certain level of confidence. When Def Leppard returns to Las Vegas this February for its third residency— this time at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace—it’s not about proving anything but simply showing up for the fans who’ve been there since Pyromania

The 12-show run follows sold-out residencies in 2013 and 2019, marking the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees’ first time at The Colosseum. For a band that’s moved 110 million albums worldwide and lasted four decades in the music industry, this one is all about fine-tuning an already well-honed instrument.

Lead singer Joe Elliott has said Las Vegas works as a main attraction for Def Leppard, and it’s hard to argue. “There’s no place on Earth where you can have the likes of Adele, U2 and The Eagles all playing sold-out shows on the same night,” Elliott said.

This time around, the band arrives with serious momentum. Its 2024 single with Tom Morello, “Just Like 73,” hit No. 1 on the Mediabase Classic Rock chart. Guitarist Phil Collen—who joined Def Leppard in 1982 and helped define the band’s signature dual-guitar sound—describes the track as pulling from that early-’70s moment when David Bowie turned everything technicolor. Elliott calls it a celebration of influences that are deeply ingrained in the band’s DNA. It’s the kind of music that doesn’t just stick with you, it shapes how you think about what rock can be.

Speaking of DNA, Def Leppard’s includes Pyromania (11x platinum), Hysteria (14x platinum) and songs such as “Love Bites” that are embedded into the rotation. But the band’s recent work shows it’s not merely resting on the hits. Diamond

Star Halos (2022) was all about collaboration, while Drastic Symphonies (2023), recorded with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, spent 15 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard ’s Current Classical chart and hit No. 4 in the U.K., the band’s highest chart position there in over 30 years.

The residency follows a touring cycle that’s notched some serious numbers. The band sold about a million tickets on its 2018 North American run, then topped that with 2.1 million tickets across 27 countries during the 2022-’23 stadium tour with Mötley Crüe. Last summer’s

CAESARS PALACE

8 p.m. Feb. 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26 and 28, starting at $110 plus tax and fee.

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amphitheater dates with Bret Michaels, The Struts and Extreme wrapped on Aug. 31 in Virginia Beach, making the February shows at Caesars a natural follow-up.

The Colosseum’s 4,300-seat capacity offers something arenas can’t. Here, every seat matters, with sightlines and acous-

tics designed around a singular concert experience. Caesars Entertainment has promised a new production setup for the band, though as far as specifics go, fans will have to buy a ticket to find out. Given the band’s track record, it’s safe to assume it’ll deliver. After all, Def

Leppard has spent four decades figuring out how to meet audiences where they are, whether in a stadium in Denver or a theater in Las Vegas. This third residency round confirms what two sold-out runs already suggested: Las Vegas and Def Leppard were built for each other.

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There’s no end to the Super Bowl viewing parties in Vegas

If you haven’t yet planned your Super Bowl viewing party, fret not! There are so many quality options available at all price points and for any size group. Read on, get your

reservations (or, in some cases, just walk in) and get ready for the biggest sports parties of the year!

Westgate Las Vegas offers perhaps the most impressive viewing party in town with its iconic SuperBook—the world’s largest of its kind! If you want to try your luck, there are first-come, first-served seats available, but we really recommend reservations, as this one fills up fast. Once you’re comfortable, get ready for a day full of fun betting options with SuperBook’s prop menu, featuring nearly 500 unique wagering options. And the drink specials really can’t be beat, including five beers for $20, $6 pints and $50 beer towers.

Westgate Las Vegas also offers free admission to its International Theater (this is all first-come, first-served), which features three giant high-def screens as well as food and beverage options and prize giveaways. There’s also free viewing at the property’s International Bar.

Over at the Grand Bazaar Shops, Bottled Blonde Las Vegas—one of the Strip’s newest and hottest multilevel venues—offers two distinct choices: the first floor, with a buffet-and-bar experience for $188.88 per person, or the rooftop, where packages can range anywhere from $1,000-$2,000 depending on location and party size. Whatever you choose, the viewing options are plentiful, with plenty

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of wall-to-wall screens and full game audio throughout the spacious venue. (Reservations are recommended for both levels, although there is first-come, firstserved seating on the first level at the bar.)

Gilley’s at Treasure Island ramps up Super Bowl Sunday with a watch party featuring all you can eat and drink (tickets are $150).

Cabo Wabo Cantina at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood offers a $250-per-person tailgate-style buffet and all-you-can-drink options. Din-

ing offerings include tortilla chips and salsa, house-made Caesar salad, shrimp cocktail, chicken wings, beef and chicken sliders and much more, while drinks are made with Sammy Hagar’s Santo Tequila, Sammy’s Mezquila and Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum. Screens include a 200-inch video grid and 200-inch projection screen. There’s also seating in the private upstairs lounge (reservations required).

There are no shortage of Big Game celebrations over at Resorts World, but if you’re a fan of cigars, it won’t get

much better than Eight Lounge, where the offerings include multiple screens for optimal viewing to go along with a curated selection of premium cigars and smoked cocktails ($150 per person minimum spend).

Combine your party with some laughs at Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club at The Linq Promenade, featuring host Vicki Barbolak and food and drink specials.

For more Super Bowl party options, go to lasvegasmagazine.com.

By KEN MILLER

Jabbawockeez lights up the stage in new show FREQNCY

at MGM Grand

By Kiko Miyasato

Have you ever heard someone say, “We’re all operating on the same frequency?” While some might think this is hippie-dippy talk, there is some substantial science behind it. Some believe that humans around

the world are connected through mental, emotional and physical ties. While one could go down a rabbit hole figuring out the equations of why this happens, Jabbawockeez presents those connections through dance

and music, exploring the ties that bind all humans with its new show, FREQNCY, at MGM Grand. But don’t get it twisted; the show isn’t a brainteaser and you don’t have to think too hard—it’s meant to be fun and funny while being emotional and awe-inspiring, rolled up with all the amazing and innovative dance moves the troupe is famous for.

Jabbawockeez, established in 2003 and winners of the first season of MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew, proved that its style of dance and theatrics could draw crowds. It became the first act of its kind to headline a Las Vegas venue in 2010; landed a residency show in 2012; followed with several iterations through the years; and introduced FREQNCY late last year.

The Jabbawockeez crew have also become famous for not showing their faces, donning signature white masks in every show including FREQNCY. “The plain white masks worn by the Jabbawockeez hold significant importance as they symbolize anonymity, unity and artistic expression within the realm of hip-hop dance,” Joe Larot, Jabbawockeez co-founder and co-CEO, told Las Vegas Magazine. “These masks have become iconic in our performances, serving as a visual representation of our collective identity and unique style. Through our skilled choreography and captivating routines, we have elevated the plain

white mask to a symbol of artistry and creativity in the world of dance entertainment.” Throughout the show, costumes change but the masks stay on, giving more emphasis to the group’s synchronicity and performance as one unified group.

The running theme through FREQNCY is how humanity connects with one another, how we all operate on the same plane of love, wonder and unity, but it also a show of entertainment, an exciting journey through styles, decades and genres of dance and music; and it wouldn’t be a Jabbawockeez show without comedy and innovative technology thrown in.

The changing sets play with visually stunning technology while amazing breakdancing moves, overthe-top routines, acrobatics and tumbling all set to hip-hop, rock, R&B, EDM

and pop, are the focal point.

The choreography is a blend of signature Jabbawockeez moves and innovative and unique styles of dance.

“Our choreography is like a gourmet dish of dance

moves, carefully crafted with intricate footwork, synchronized movements, and a sprinkle of theatrical flair that leaves audiences craving more,” Larot said.

Audience participation, be it onstage or hoots and hollers from your seat, is encouraged, too. While the show provides plenty of feels and deeper meaning, it also has a frequency that’s dialed into those party vibes.

The palatial Imperial Sky Villa at Westgate Las Vegas celebrates icon Elvis Presley

BY KIKO MIYASATO PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRISTOPHER DEVARGAS

Last year would have been Elvis Presley’s 90th birthday, but since the King of Rock ’n’ Roll passed at just 42, the pelvis that belonged to Elvis is only a fond memory. But in his short tenure, he is still the biggest-selling solo artist of all time. And besides Graceland, no other place in the world is synonymous with Elvis more than Las Vegas. It was his 1969 concert series that helped open The International hotel (that is now the Westgate Las Vegas) and established Elvis’ reign over the city—with 636 consecutive sold-out shows over a span of seven years. In honor of his 90th birthday, the property launched its “Year of Elvis” celebration, and that included the unveiling of the Imperial Sky Villa that has been decorated with Elvis images and storytelling plaques throughout. The four-bedroom, five-bathroom, 13,200 square-foot suite sits on the top floor of the hotel and was once called the “Elvis Presley Suite” because it’s where the superstar lived during his historic run of shows. Not only do guests get to explore the new design touches dedicated to Elvis, but they can walk in his footsteps.

Walking through the double doors to the suite, guests are first greeted with a beautiful, huge living space. Fun fact: The suite has since been reconfigured since Elvis slept there, but the living space is where his bedroom once was, so guests get to literally stand where he once slept. (What is now the giant fireplace was where his bed used to sit.) Another cool feature in the living space is a plaque of the original blueprints of the top floor of the hotel, including Elvis’ suite. You can see where the bedrooms were, the kitchen and dining room, terrace and where his bandmates slept. There was even a lounge on the top floor called the Skyroom, where Elvis and friends would spend time partying and performing. This space is also where you’ll spot the first of the suite’s photographs of Elvis—from July 28, 1969, a backstage shot of him prior to his first show at The International.

For a movie night, settle into the media room. For a dip, there’s a private pool with deck for sunbathing, lounging and eating. Each room has a gas-lit fireplace and hand-painted murals on the walls. Multiple floor-to-ceiling windows allow for unbeatable views of the city and beyond.

Spa-inspired bathrooms in the two master suites are huge and unbelievable in their design with marble-walled showers, double vanities, walk-in closets, step-down Jacuzzi tubs, his and her water closets, fireplaces and luxurious toiletries.

Check out the series of three photographs of Elvis at a press conference after his first performance at The International. It includes a transcript of questions from reporters, and his responses. Questions like, “How long do you rehearse for these shows?” “How do you choose the songs for the show?” “Why have you led such a secluded life all these years?” “Is it true you dye your hair?” and the question, “Elvis, is there any other individual you’d rather be?” and his answer, “Are you kidding me???”

More Elvis photos and factoids to enjoy include: Elvis at his Aloha From Hawaii concert special where he performed at the Honolulu International Center Arena—the show was beamed live through satellite across the globe on Jan. 14, 1973; Elvis performing onstage at the International Hotel with fun facts about his run of shows; Elvis smiling during one of his press conferences after one of his shows at The International. When asked how he felt performing live again he responded, “This has been one of the most exciting nights of my life”; and a black-and-white photo of Elvis blowing fans a kiss.

We pricked up our ears and what did we hear? Read on and have a laugh at what Las Vegas visitors are saying. Who knows? You may find one of your own quotes here!

ByKikoMiyasato

Answers:

Answers at the bottom of the page.

This Show’s Got Legs

Fantasy: The Strip’s Sexiest Tease, now celebrating its 26th anniversary, is always looking for new ways to keep the show fresh while losing none of that signature sexiness. The most recent change is original song “Fantasy Come True,” created in collaboration with District 78 and performed by singer Lorena Peril to open the show. Luxor, 18+. 702.262.4400

Sunday, Feb. 1 An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live Mandalay Bay. 702.632.7600

Friday, Feb. 6 Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club MGM Grand. bradgarrettcomedy.com

KÀ Cirque du Soleil’s spectacular show tells the story of a brother and sister who are separated by war, overcoming all obstacles put in their way until they are reunited. The centerpiece of the production is the stage itself, which is constantly in a state of movement, changing from a sandy beach to a rocky cliff within seconds. On all levels, KÀ delivers. MGM Grand. 702.531.3826

Sunday, Feb. 8 Absinthe Caesars Palace. 18+. spiegelworld.com

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GET YOUR TICKETS!

Chris Stapleton The country sensation has extended his All-American Road Show into 2026 with a twonight run in Las Vegas. There’s no opening act, so fans will get the full Stapleton experience—just him and his band. One of the genre’s biggest hitmakers, Stapleton is one of the hottest tickets around.

Park MGM, 8 p.m. Feb. 4-5, starting at $372 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Backstreet Boys The best-selling boy band of all time (130 million albums and counting!) brings its unmistakable sound to one of the premier performing venues in the world. Get ready to hear classics like “I Want It That Way” and “Larger Than Life” while enjoying mind-blowing visuals.

Sphere, 8 p.m. Feb. 5-7, 11 and 13-15, starting at $480 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Daniel Tosh The funny rarely gets edgier than standup comedian Tosh, who’s made a living out of seeing how far he can take it before it’s “too far”—and then going even further. If you get offended, don’t say we didn’t warn you. But if you’re more open-minded, get ready to laugh like you’ve never laughed before.

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, 8 p.m. Feb. 7, starting at $97. ticketmaster.com

It’s Mental!

Colin Cloud: Mastermind is a mentalism show par excellence. Anyone who saw him rise in the ranks on America’s Got Talent (or saw him when he performed in Shim Lim’s show at The Mirage) will tell you: He’s so good it’s a little bit scary. Don’t be surprised if you do more than one double-take! Harrah’s Las Vegas. ticketmaster.com

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

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Tournament of Kings Familyfriendly shows don’t get much better than this re-creation of medieval times, complete with jousting, sword fighting, lots of cool horse choreography and a fire-spewing bad guy. And as a very nice touch, you also get served a meal you eat completely with your hands. Don’t forget to cheer on your country!

Excalibur. 702.597.7600

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WOW—The Vegas

Spectacular More than 30 artists fly, flip, dance and defy imagination (and, at times, gravity) in a 180-degree setting with holograms, water effects and some finalists from America’s Got Talent. You’ll laugh, gasp in awe and hold your breath in anxious anticipation.

Rio Las Vegas, 4+. ticketmaster.com

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Blue Man Group This show is an international sensation that combines comedy, theater, rock concert and dance party for a multisensory experience you’ll never forget. The title characters never utter a sound as they discover the world around them—from the sounds of cereal to the artistic potential of marshmallows. Luxor. 702.262.4400

Showbiz Weekly Dining

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Alexxa’s One of the most delicious options around for brunch, with floor-to ceiling windows opening out onto a Strip-fronting patio. Try the Cinnaroll waffle with cream cheese frosting, blueberries, raspberries and candied pecans, or the shrimp and grits, like no grits you’ve had before, with white cheddar, chives and bacon. Paris Las Vegas. 702.331.5100

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Hash House a Go Go This “twisted farm food” makes for a excellent midday meal, with a sage-fried chicken sandwich, buffalo chicken wings, fish ’n’ chips and country-fried steak and eggs. The starter of mac and cheese is also almost mandatory, it’s so good, and could easily be your main. (It comes in bacon and chorizo, too.) Plaza. 702.386.2594

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Balla Italian Soul Get a table here, and you’re in for a treat. Shawn McClain’s take on traditional dishes yields braised lamb pappardelle; the Calabria pizza with spicy sauce and Parmesan; a classic chicken Parm; and Mediterranean sea bream with lemon butter. The wine list will give you something to ogle as well.

SAHARA Las Vegas. 702.761.7619

Mott 32 If you love Peking duck, try the version at this upscale Chinese restaurant, with ducks only available for preorder. It’s smoked with apple wood, and is served with Bjørk caviar for $278. For an even more decadent bite, consider the braised whole Japanese dried abalone for $598 per person, or 10 ounces of A5 Japanese Miyazaki wagyu for $268. The Venetian Resort. 702.607.3232

Chilean Sea Bass

A day one offering at Tao Asian Bistro (the dynamic nightclub, lounge and restaurant), the satay of Chilean sea bass is coated with a miso glaze that is shiny, sweet and delicious. Along with pad Thai noodles, the satay has long been a guest favorite at the restaurant. For dessert, try the giant fortune cookie, filled with white and dark chocolate mousse.

The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort. 702.388.8338

Restaurant Guy Savoy Reservations here can be difficult, so consider early seating for best availability. The Michelin-starred French chef’s Vegas restaurant features the Celebration menu, with a six-course meal for $455—or $755 with a wine pairing—per person. The $1,000 per-person Prestige menu features eight courses, wine pairing and cookbook. Caesars Palace. 702.731.7286

BUFFETS

Bacchanal Buffet

The

Bellagio Buffet

Open daily, with live-action cooking stations throughout.

702.693.8111

Buffet at Excalibur

This boutique buffet is open daily with both weekday and weekend brunches. Excalibur. 877.880.0880

Off the Strip

Amari Italian Kitchen & Wine Shop This bright, welcoming space in Uncommons, near the Bend off Interstate 215 in southwest Las Vegas, features walls of wines, a welcoming center bar and tables arrayed throughout. Enjoy beef cheek ravioli, chicken Milanese, truffle fries and plenty of cocktails as well.

6825 Tom Rodriguez St., Ste. 100. 725.785.0450

Omakase Kyara Sake

Bar This Japanese bistro in Las Vegas’ Spring Valley neighborhood features seasonal tuna-cutting events and omakase menus with nigiri and sashimi courses, cold foods and steamed and main dishes. A late-night izakaya menu features a variety of smaller portions to indulge in after theater or gaming sessions. 6555 S. Jones Blvd., Unit 120. 702.582.4242

Partage This French restaurant is a favorite for locals and visitors alike, with a location in the vibrant Spring Mountain area that is also home to Las Vegas’ Chinatown. Tasting menus range from $120 to $198 with optional add-ons like seared foie gras, truffles and caviar, plus wine pairings starting from $60. 3839 Spring Mountain Road. 702.582.5852

BITES & BEATS

Gilley’s After you have your fill of some of these down-home dishes, like a brisket sandwich with Jack Daniel’s barbecue sauce, baby back ribs, mesquite-grilled ribeye and a massive Texas nacho grande with more chips than you count, settle down with a drink and take advantage of the live entertainment, with local bands, karaoke and even line dancing lessons— as if you needed to take a lesson.

Treasure Island. 702.894.7223

A Meaty Discussion

Steaks at Barry’s Downtown Prime come from all over the country. The 12-ounce wet-aged rib cap (known here as Barry’s Steak) comes from Creekstone Farms in Arkansas City, Kan., while the 20-ounce bison ribeye is from Grass Run Farms in Greeley, Colo. There are also great selections from Seattle, Omaha and Olivia, Minn. Circa Resort & Casino. 702.726.5504

Two Decades of Fun

Tao Nightclub features 12,000 square feet, three bars, two main rooms, eight skyboxes and so much more! Seductive performers fill the high-energy space while DJs play bumpin’ beats. Upcoming performers include DJ Shift (Feb. 5), DJ E-Rock (Feb. 6) and Justin Credible (Feb. 7).

The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort. 702.388.8588

CALENDAR

Friday, Feb. 6

Omnia

Carnaval Court is a long-running hot spot for live music, outdoor gaming and some of the best flair bartending in the city. Located outdoors along the Strip, here guests can dance to live music nightly from favorite local bands like Spandex Nation, The Droids and Whip Its. When bands don’t take the stage, a rotating lineup of local DJs take over and play everything from pop hits and ’80s to old-school hip-hop and funk. Harrah’s Las Vegas. 702.693.6138

Looking for some wild fun?! Don’t miss riding

Ricky Bobby—the famous mechanical bull of Gilley’s , the Strip’s rockin’ country saloon. How long can you hold on!? (It’s $10 per ride.) When done conquering the bull, enjoy line dancing and live country music bands and DJs. Treasure Island. 702.894.7147

Steve Aoki

Saturday, Feb. 7

Tiësto

Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace

Saturday, Feb. 7

DJ Pauly D

Hakkasan Nightclub at MGM Grand

Some say it’s like stepping into Adventureland at Disneyland! The Golden Tiki is an over-the-top tiki bar that transports guests to the islands. While the kitschy decor and live music are a huge draw, the real stars here are the specialty cocktails. Traditional tiki recipes (read: strong!) are on the menu, along with showstopping cocktails! 3939 Spring Mountain Road. 702.222.3196

It’s a night of gaming fun at Player 1 Video Game Bar! Play all your favorite arcade games, including classics and a large variety of consoles from every era. Pair the fun with 50 beer taps, with many craft breweries spotlighted as well as more than 150 bottled beers on the menu and ciders, meads, sakes and signature martinis. 2797 S. Maryland Pkwy, 21+. 725.204.1399

WHERE TO PLAY

There are many was to have fun at Swingers Las Vegas. Choose a round of mini golf on one of four courses decorated in cutesy English countryside vibes. Take the party over to the carnival and roll up your sleeves and test your skills on games, chill in a booth and drink and dine, or take it to the dancefloor to groove to the DJ’s beats. Mandalay Bay. swingers.club

Innovative dart games make up the fun at Flight Club. Book your private oche and choose from a variety of digital dart games. The instant scoring and groundbreaking tracking technology makes each game that much more exciting. Pair your fun with an elevated food and cocktail menu.

The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort. 702.848.4188

Terry’s Gold Rush

Join four-time Super Bowl champion Terry Bradshaw at Eight Lounge on Feb. 2 at 8 p.m. as he hosts a signature Smoke & Sip event. The TV personality is introducing his namesake bourbon, Bradshaw Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. He’ll even step behind the bar to make a signature cocktail, Terry's Gold Rush, made with his bourbon, fresh lemon juice and honey. Resorts World Las Vegas. 702.676.7405

Open around the clock, O’Sheas combines gaming and drinking whenever the mood strikes you. Make sure to order the popular frozen Bailey’s cocktail and try your hand at some beer pong or table games like blackjack, roulette and craps. The Irish-style pub also offers an assortment of beers on tap and live music and DJs on select nights. The Linq Promenade. 702.794.3311

Cheer On the Bowl!

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With more than 60 screens playing your favorite sports, Blondies Sports Bar & Grill is a great atmosphere for game day. Catch football, hockey and more on screens ranging in size from 32 inches to 12 feet while noshing on bar-inspired eats, beers on tap and specialty cocktails

Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood. 702.737.0444

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Huge video walls and more than 20 TVs make up the sports-viewing fun at Golden Circle Sports Bar. If you want to up the ante while cheering on your favorite team, just walk a few steps over to the adjacent sportsbook and place a bet! Combine all the game-day fun with fare like gourmet hot dogs, nachos and beers on tap. Treasure Island. 866.286.3809

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When you’re just steps away from Allegiant Stadium you know you’re in the right spot for sports! WSKY Stadium is open 24 hours a day for food, drink (80-plus whiskies and 22 beers on tap) and fun. Catch the game on one of the 40 TVs spread throughout the space. 5625 Polaris Avenue. 725.240.7625

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What’s New

Co-founded by Kim Kardashian in 2019, Skims is the next generation of women’s underwear, loungewear and shapewear and now the brand makes its debut with its first-ever Las Vegas boutique. The shapewear enhances natural curves and promotes the ultimate in comfort. Skims Mens line is also available.

The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace.

702.893.4800

Drybar, the premier blowout salon has officially opened its largest location on the Strip. Guests can expect the brand’s expert stylists to provide flawless blowouts. The nationally loved brand is celebrated for its expert techniques, signature product line and shampoo and blowout styles. Enjoy a lounge-like vibe with drinks and cocktails from the full bar.

Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood. 702.720.2950

Take a trip to the burgeoning Arts District to check out the new Barter Beer Mall, a community-based antique and artist mall featuring more than 40 local artists and vendors selling an eclectic assortment of vintage and antique pieces. The fun continues because guests can purchase and drink a variety of beers, wines and seltzers while walking around and shopping.

150 W. Wyoming Ave. barterlv.com

To the Nines

IT OUT The Arctic Ice Room This cold, crisp environment helps promote circulation throughout the body. Qua Baths & Spa at Caesars Palace.

866.782.0655

Pickleball Courts

On the expansive deck where Serenity Spa is located, take advantage of this fun sport for just $20. Westgate Las Vegas.

702.732.5648

Aquavana Experiential Rooms

Stimulate your senses in multisensory showers, a crystal steam room, igloo, Finnish sauna and herbal laconium room. Canyon Ranch Spa + Fitness at The Venetian Resort.

702.414.3610 Fitness Center

Get those muscles nice and pumped on a wide range of equipment, followed by a massage.

Wynn. 702.770.3900

Manscaping

The Barbershops Cuts & Cocktails is truly one of the more unique experiences on the Las Vegas Strip: While you enjoy a world-class straight razor shave or haircut from some of the best barbers around, you can enjoy a cocktail! There’s also an accompanying speakeasy for nightlife fun. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. 702.698.7434

Show Inside a Spa? Yes!

When booking a day pass or 60-minute or longer treatment at Awana Spa & Wellness, you get to check out Art of Aufguss. Join other guests inside a communal bathing area while the Sauna Meister curates and guides you through a 30-minute journey using concentrated heat and aromatherapy, all set to special music and lighting. Resorts World Las Vegas. 702.676.7021

TREAT YOURSELF

Voie Spa & Salon

There are several wonderful treatments here depending on your budget: The Gel Manicure ($90) includes a vanilla sugar scrub and ends with a nourishing moisturizer; the CBD & Lavender-Infused Pedicure ($115) uses a CBD-infused coffee exfoliation and an ecohydration treatment, followed by a light river stone massage along your calves.

Paris Las Vegas.

702.946.4366

Salon Bellagio

Pedicures here are truly something special. From cleansing to shaping to grooming, you’ll be feeling and looking your absolute best. Add on an exfoliation treatment for $35, a gel polish enhancement for $35, a French polish enhancement for $10 and heel therapy for $35.

Bellagio.

702.693.8080

F1 Arcade Did you want to be a racecar driver when you grew up? Well, now you can be, courtesy of this over-the-top experience. The venue’s high-tech immersive racing simulators put you right in the middle of all the Grand Prix action. And the best part? In between races you can fuel up with hand crafted cocktails and elevated bar bites. The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace. f1arcade.com

High Roller How many people can say they’ve taken a spin on the tallest observation wheel in North America? Inside these panoramic pods, you’ll find a plethora of experiences from Happy Half Hour, which comes with an open bar for you whole ride, or the self-guided S.T.E.M. Family Field Trip Guide, a learning experience that teaches about architecture, technology, geography, science, math and more. The Linq Promenade. 855.234.7469

Plan Your Perfect Day

1Play Playground Enjoy largerthan-life-size versions of nostalgic games and interactive challenges. See if you can stick the landing on Bullseye before displaying your surgical precision on Doctor! Doctor! Luxor. 13+ until 7 p.m. 21+ after 7 p.m. playplayground.com

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Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck

Get a breathtaking view of the city from the 46th floor of this replica of the famous French landmark. This is the perfect place to for a romantic date or to snap the most likeable vacation pic for your socials. Go around sunset to watch the valley’s sherbet skies fade to sparkling stars. Paris Las Vegas. 888.727.4758

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Allegiant Stadium Tours

702.862.7800

Get a behind- the-scenes look at one of the newest venues in town. This guided tour will take you through all the exclusive suites and clubs, the broadcast booth, locker rooms and more. Visit on a Raiders gameday for a first-hand look at what it takes to get the stadium kickoff ready. Trust us, it’s fascinating! 3333 Al Davis Way. allegiantstadium.com/tours or 800.724.3377

Off the Strip

Infinity Museum This mind boggling art experience takes you through the world’s largest kaleidoscope, mesmerizing mirror installations and interactive spaces that seemingly go on forever. Just minutes from the Strip, free parking makes this must-stop photo opp super convenient.

3568 S. Maryland Pkwy. Ste. 177. infinitymuseum.com

National Atomic Testing Museum Deep dive into this city’s fascinating atomic history. Roam from room to room to learn about how nuclear reactions take place, what the Nevada Test site was and why it existed, the effect the atomic testing in Nevada had on pop culture and entertainment, and so much more. There’s even an exhibit about the Fallout video game franchise!

755 E. Flamingo Road. 702.409.7366

Universal Horror

Unleashed This spooktacular experience brings you four horrifying haunted house experiences all year long. Get scared by all your favorite monsters before experiencing “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” and “The Exorcist” up close and personal.

3215 S. Rancho Dr. universalhorror unleashed.com

FEEL THE RUSH

Maverick Helicopters

Get a bird’s-eye view of the desert. 6075 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.261.0007

FlyOver Las Vegas

Take flight and explore the world. 3771 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 866.498.2023

Big Shot and X Scream

These are some of the highest thrill rides in the U.S.

The STRAT. 702.380.777

FLY LINQ Zipline

Soar over the Linq Promenade on the Strip’s only zipline. The Linq Promenade. 702.777.2783

Adventuredome

This indoor theme park features top attractions. Circus Circus. 702.734.0410

Zero Latency

Experience an adventure that will immerse you in worlds of wonder MGM Grand. 702.891.7974

Putt Party

Swingers Las Vegas This English countrysideinspired crazy golf course combines putt putt fun with party vibes. It’s more than mini golf, it’s an experience complete with nine holes in the most whimsical setting you can think of. Imbibe delicious cocktails, nosh elevated street food bites and compete with friends. Don’t forget to check out the old-school carnival games on the upper levels to win prizes.

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Lost City Show Playing every hour on the hour from 10 a.m.-11 p.m., this 3D-projection video show is a fun and visually exciting experience, with more than three dozen projectors making the space come to life. The show is based on Earth’s elements—you’ll watch fire and lava light up the buildings, water rush down the walls, ice freeze onto surfaces, and more!

Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood. 702.866.0704

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Big Game Vibes

Dive into the Big Game at Stadium Swim, with its high-resolution, 143-foot diagonal, 14-million-pixel screen, six temperaturecontrolled pools and two hot tubs. Stadium Swim is hosting the ultimate viewing experience, complete with pyrotechnic displays and captivating visual effects.

Circa Resort & Casino. 702.726.5519 or stadiumswiminfo@circalasvegas.com

WATCH & WAGER

SuperBook

This massive complex covers more than 30,000 square feet with 350 seats and a 220-foot-by-18-foot 4K video wall. Super Bowl seating is first-come first serve, with some reserved seating Westgate Las Vegas. 702.732.5111

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This sportsbook features a 1,700-foot screen, a bar and lounge with tabletop gaming and plenty of tables, private fan caves and areas with plush seating The Venetian Resort. 855.754.1200

Arizona Charlie’s Boulder This large, bright bingo room on the third floor features odd-hour sessions starting at 9 a.m. with the last session of the day starting at 11 p.m. There’s tons of seating here, with players receiving up to two free drinks per session. Prices start at $4 for paper packs, with both portable and stationary electronic machines available. Side games and bets are also available to spice things up. 4575 Boulder Highway. 702.951.9000

Resorts World Sportsbook

Adjacent to Dawg House Saloon & Sports Book’s restaurant and bar, with massive screens and couches, plus betting windows on one side. Resorts World Las Vegas. 702.676.6964

BetMGM Sportsbook

This cozy venue features overstuffed armchairs, couches and 220-inch TVs, plus multiple betting kiosks. Aria. 702.590.7111

Gaming tips

Set a budget for gaming, and be comfortable if you lose that amount.

One of the easiest bets to place is the over/ under, where you bet on how many total points are scored in a game.

Don’t feel you need to spend your entire budget on one slot or bet. Move around for maximum playing fun.

Ante Up!

Poker at Mandalay Bay If you’re a fan of Texas Hold’Em, you’re sure to find ithere, with no-limit games happening all day. Starting at $60, with fun promotions like the Daily High Hands promotion, which awards extra pay for certain qualifying hands, beginning Feb. 1, plus the opportunity to earn entires into special tournaments. Open Wed.Mon., 10 a.m.-4 a.m. Mandalay Bay. 702.632.7790

Westgate Las Vegas This poker room features tournaments, cash games and promotions that make play lively. Try 2-4-Limit Hold’em, 3-6-Limit Hold’em, 1-2-No-Limit Hold’em. The room seats 63 at seven tables, and private tournaments can be arranged upon request. Open daily. Westgate Las Vegas. 702.732.5223

TRANSPORTATION DISPENSARIES

Limousine/Coach Rentals

AWG 702.740.3434

Bell Trans 702.739.7990

Kaptyn 702.688.7351

Presidential Limo 702.731.5577

Rental Cars

Alamo 844.354.6962

Budget 800.331.1212

Dollar Rent a Car 866.434.2226

Enterprise 800.736.8222

Fox Rent a Car 702.964.1320

Hertz 800.654.3131

National 800.227.7368

Payless Car Rental 800.729.5377

Sixt 888.749.8227

Thrifty 800.367.2277

Trams

Bellagio-CityCenter-Park MGM Stops at Crystals and Aria. 8 a.m.-4 a.m. daily, every seven minutes

Excalibur-Luxor-Mandalay Bay 10 a.m.midnight, daily, every three to seven minutes

Curaleaf One of the top health and wellness cannabis operators in the United States offers a variety of inventive products. 1736 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 21+. curaleaf.com

Medizin Shop top-quality products from an everchanging catalog. 4850 W. Sunset Road, No. 130. 702.248.0346

MedMen First-class facilities offering the latest in marijuana products. 823 S. 3rd St., recreational 21+, medical 18+. 702.527.7685; 4503 Paradise Road, recreational 21+, medical 18+. 702.405.8597

Oasis Cannabis Dispensary This 24-hour marijuana dispensary serves the community with quality cannabis products. 1800 Industrial Road, Suite 180, 21+. 702.420.2405

Planet 13 Medical and recreational cannabis, plus cannabis extracts and infused products. 9 a.m.-3 a.m. daily, 2548 W. Desert Inn Road, recreational 21+, medical 18+. 702.815.1313

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Hotels

Ahern Hotel (H1) 725.214.4800

Aliante Casino & Hotel 702.692.7777

Aria (D3) 702.590.7111

Arizona Charlie’s Boulder 702.951.9000

Arizona Charlie’s Decatur 702.258.5200

Bellagio (E3) 702.693.7111

Buffalo Bill’s 702.386.7867

Caesars Palace (E2) 702.731.7266

Cannery 702.507.5700

Casino Royale (E3) 702.737.3500

Circus Circus (G2) 702.734.0410

The Cosmopolitan (E3) 702.698.7000

The Cromwell (F2) 702.777.3777 Emerald Suites 702.948.9999

Encore (G2) 702.770.7171

Excalibur (C3) 702.597.7777

Flamingo (F2) 702.733.3111

Fontainebleau (G2) 702.678.7272

Fortune Hotel & Suites 702.732.9100

Four Seasons Hotel (B5) 702.632.5000

Gold Coast (D1) 702.367.7111

Harrah’s (F2) 702.369.5000

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Make a splash at an unforgettable Big Game watch party where the electric poolside atmosphere doesn’t stop. Boasting a 143 FT screen that towers over six pools, creating a dynamic backdrop against the Vegas skyline. Watch the game from the comfort of a private cabana, stadium booth, or daybed. Opt-in to relax in a temperature-controlled pool while watching an eye-catching pyrotechnics display.