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Sammy Hagar

The legendary rocker brings all his classic hits to his successful Park MGM residency

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High Roller

Get ready to see the Las Vegas Valley like you’ve never seen it before on this observation wheel

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Desserts!

Who doesn’t love ’em?

And we’ve lined up a photo essay of some of the most amazing treats in town

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Spotlight

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Go Pool

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Fresco Italiano

This Westgate Las Vegas restaurant delivers PAGE 14

Cove Bar & Arcade

Feel like a kid again at this Treasure Island hot spot

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Editor’s Note

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7 Days

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

Balla Italian Soul

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Peso Pluma

The globally famous Mexican singer and rapper hits T-Mobile

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Vegas2Go App

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Cheers

The Tiki Bar

Rum-based drinks are only the beginning of the fun at this new Excalibur destination

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Showbiz Weekly Listings

Your guide to everything from dining to entertainment in Las Vegas PAGE 49

Friends With Benefits

Dink O’Neal

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Events & Headliners

Planning a return trip?

Buy your tickets now to the hottest live shows, concerts, sports and special events

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Nosh

Aqua

This Resorts World Las Vegas seafood restaurant offers a premier dining experience

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Members enjoyed an evening at Universal Horror Unleashed

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Walk Like a Fan

Weather-wise, this is probably my favorite time of the year in Las Vegas. It’s absolutely fantastic walking weather, and in what city do you do more walking than Las Vegas? So it’s time to grab a good pair of shoes and hit the Strip, because this issue of Las Vegas Magazine is designed to introduce you to not only all the city has to offer, but all its properties as well. Start at the north end, work your way south and enjoy!

First stop: Resorts World Las Vegas. For a truly memorable meal, make your reservations now for Aqua, a seafood restaurant that excels at every aspect of the dining experience (“Add On the Caviar!” p. 28).

Second stop: Treasure Island. For some truly adult fun, check out the endless array of arcade games (and adult beverages) at the Cove Bar & Arcade (“Never-Ending Fun,” p. 16 ).

Third stop: Flamingo. Grab some shorts and flip-flops and get ready to have an absolute blast at the property’s newly renovated Go Pool (“Pool Season Has Arrived,” p. 12).

Fourth stop: The Linq Promenade. This all-in-one corridor between The Linq Hotel and Flamingo is host to one of the premier attractions in all of Southern Nevada, the High Roller observation wheel (“Standing Tall,” p. 32).

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Fifth stop: Park MGM. The Dolby Live theater is going to erupt with classics like “I Can’t Drive 55” and “Right Now” as Sammy Hagar resumes his ongoing Best of All Worlds residency (“A Glorious ‘Retirement,’” p. 30).

Sixth stop: Excalibur. No doubt you might have worked up a thirst ambling over, so be sure to stop at the property’s newest hot spot, The Tiki Bar (“A Sweet Island Escape,” p. 24).

Enjoy our great weather! And enjoy all our Strip has to offer!

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What to do in Las Vegas this week

Katie Dixon, Publisher

Sunday 8

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Edmonton Oilers

The energy is electric, and there’s nothing quite like experiencing live hockey. It’s a thrilling way to spend your Sunday evening. T-Mobile Arena, t-mobilearena.com

Monday 9

Benihana

A hibachi dinner is one of the most fun, interactive ways to eat. This world-famous brand offers some of the best, with delicious fresh dishes all prepared in front of you. Westgate Las Vegas, westgateresorts.com

Tuesday 10

High Roller

At 550 feet tall, this is the world’s tallest observation wheel and offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the Las Vegas Valley. Each rotation takes about 30 minutes. The Linq Promenade, caesars.com

Wednesday 11

Sammy Hagar

The Red Rocker brings his high-energy performance to Dolby Live with The Best of All Worlds residency. Expect classic hits from Van Halen, Montrose and his solo career. Park MGM, parkmgm.mgmresorts.com

Thursday 12

Golden Monkey Tiki Lounge

Spend Thursday on island time at this colorful lounge, which transports you to paradise as you sip on tropical drinks out of tiki mugs. Time flies when you’re having rum! Resorts World Las Vegas, rwlasvegas.com

Friday 13

The Range 702 Las Vegas’ largest indoor shooting facility offers firearm training classes, perfect for beginners, as well as great options for those with more experience. 5999 Dean Martin Drive, therange702.com

Elevate your Saturday afternoon at Legacy Club’s Skyline Sips wine tasting experience. Prepare for a day of expertled wine tastings paired with live music and delicious light bites while taking in the breathtaking panoramas. Circa Resort & Casino, circalasvegas.com For Insider Tips go to

Saturday

Legacy Club

Pool Season Has Arrived

Welcome the warming weather at this Strip property’s adults-only watery escape

While other parts of the country are still under winter weather, in Las Vegas pools are dusting off cabanas, laying out daybeds and lounge chairs and stocking the bars. Yup, pool season is kicking off, and it’s time to make a return to Flamingo’s Go Pool. The long-running pool club received a complete upgrade last summer, and the results are truly stunning.

Stretched across nearly 2 acres, Go Pool offers five distinct pools, including three VIP escapes, a grotto pool hidden behind a 50-foot-wide waterfall and the main pool with a shaded swim-up bar and multiple TVs and a DJ booth that sits atop the grotto. Among the best new features are the various wet decks spread throughout the main pool, where guests can lounge on a daybed or sofa and can easily dip into the cool waters. The three VIP pools offer cabanas with their own dipping pools and a more mellow, upscale vibe; the circular VIP pool is a secluded oasis with a 40-foot round infinity pool and 15-foot waterfall.

Added to the offerings last year was a new cocktail menu with elevated, handcrafted choices in categories like lemony, frozen, zero-proof, skinny, tropical recipes and high-end spirits. Popular choices include the Skinny Spice, a blend of Maestro Dobel Diamante tequila, Chacho jalapeño aguardiente, agave nectar, lime juice, club soda and Tajín; the The G.P.L. (Go Pool Lemonade), made with New Amsterdam raspberry vodka, lemonade and topped with Chambord black raspberry liqueur; and the Pear of Hearts, a delicious combination of Maestro Dobel Diamante tequila, Belle de Brillet pear liqueur, strawberry purée and lime juice. Additional libations on the menu include hard seltzer, spiked and canned beer options and shots.

Pair cocktails with poolside bites like a breakfast burrito, Greek yogurt and granola bowl, loaded fries, street taco trio, Southwest rice bowl, buffalo chicken salad, nachos platter, vegetable crudité with hummus and various sandwich options.

Go Pool has DJs that spin daily, with everything from throwback classics to today’s jams. Admission is complimentary and the main pool offers complimentary lounge chairs, but it’s on a first-come, firstserve basis, so getting in line early is suggested. –Kiko Miyasato

Flamingo, 21+. 702.697.2888

Come and Enjoy a Bit of the Old Country

Longtime favorite restaurant brings customers back with a winning formula of great food and service

Get ready for an unforgettable experience the moment you enter Fresco Italiano. This longtime favorite of locals and tourists alike sets a wonderful tone with brick accents, hardwood floors and towering arches, all overseen by a huge, antique espresso machine. It’s the perfect setting for the comfort foods to come.

You’ll want to start with a cocktail, and Fresco Italiano has plenty of signature libations to get your taste buds primed and ready. We recommend two in particular: The Milan, a white peach Bellini made with Ketel One Botanicals peach orange vodka, white peach and prosecco, all topped with vanilla gelato(!); and the Palermo, a spicy Sicilian margarita made with Patron silver tequila, blood orange, sparkling grapefruit, firewater and Sicilian sea salt.

Now down to business! Appetizers don’t get much more satisfying than the meatballs, a blend of slow-braised beef, pork and veal, all smothered with basil ricotta, Grana Padano and marinara, and the calamari, served with hot peppers, lemon crema, marinara and mint. You’ll definitely also want to try the margherita pizza, an all-time classic with tomato sauce, roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil. Main courses are a cornucopia

of favorites, and you may have a seriously difficult time deciding. Definite highlights include the chicken marsala, so flavorful with roasted mushrooms, cipollini onions, florio marsala and butter whipped potatoes; lasagna al forno (a best-selling menu item) made with pork and beef Bolognese, ricotta, mozzarella and basil; and scaloppine de vitello, veal loin with capers, lemon, parsley and spaghetti.

How about some pasta? We can’t recommend highly enough the linguine and clams (another hot seller) with littleneck clams, garlic, chili, lemon and parsley, or the spicy penne alla vodka, a dish you will not want to share with its combo of Italian sausage, Calabrian chili, basil and Pecorino Romano.

And if you really can’t decide, play it safe and go with the Chef’s Selection, a menu with three courses of: your choice of an Italian chopped Caesars salad or zuppa Toscana; your choice of chicken fettucine Alfredo, chicken Parmesan, rigatoni Bolognese or grilled salmon; and your choice of Biscoff butter cheesecake (this is my particular favorite) or tiramisu. –Ken Miller Westgate

Never-Ending Fun

This Strip hot spot combines childhood memories with adult beverages

Who’s up for some arcade fun? How about if we throw in a bar, a great cocktail menu and a bunch of TVs for sports viewing? Wrap all that up into one beautiful package and you’ve got Cove Bar & Arcade, a 7,367-square-foot escape for those who want to remember their childhood while celebrating their adulthood.

The action just never stops once you walk through the doors. Start with some Skee-Ball to warm up those joints and muscles, then move onto simulators that can accommodate up to eight players.

(Choose from football, golf, soccer, baseball, basketball, hockey and more.)

If you’re still hankering for some sports action, grab up to three other people and try your luck at duckpin bowling, which features shorter and lighter pins, making strikes much more difficult.

For more hands-on fun, there’s a billiards pool table, air hockey, shuffleboard and foosball. Like pinball? The Cove has versions featuring John Wick, Avengers and Godzilla. How about virtual reality? Welcome to King Kong of Skull Island

And if you’re a fan of arcade classics, there’s NBA Hoops and Pac-Man’s Pixel Bash

For the kiddies, there’s a photo booth and an Elaut EClaw claw machine, which should keep them well occupied (guests under 14 must be accompanied by an adult, while you can try your luck on the Fast & Furious race car simulator. Have a blast! –Ken Miller

Coastal Creations

Italian restaurant has something special for every palate

Find comforting, delicious coastal cuisine courtesy of chef Shawn McClain when you stop into Balla Italian Soul . Here, Italian classics meet innovation with a menu that features familiar dishes elevated by their own flair and served in a relaxing, home-like atmosphere.

Veggie enthusiasts must start in the salad section, because the beets and ricotta are not to be missed. This is an absolutely irresistible combination highlighted by basil, pistachio, balsamico bianco and stone fruits. (This writer was delighted by persimmons on her visit.) If you’re more of a meat lover, the meatballs (described in the menu as “like grandma used to make”) and beef carpaccio with crispy artichokes, black truffle and pecorino will more than satisfy.

Carb lovers should peruse the pizza and pasta sections for some great treats. Try the Cornerstone with Italian sausage and roasted peppers, the Nonna with meatballs, red onions and ricotta or the Hot Mamma with pepperoni, hot honey and jalapeños, or have the chicken cannelloni in Alfredo sauce with crispy rosemary and Parm for an ultra-rich bite.

Now for the meat of the menu, the mains. Salmon puttanesca is

accompanied by cherry tomatoes, olive and capers, while the branzino gets a kick from piccata and wild greens. But those who want a heavier meal should consider the steaks portion of the menu, highlighted by a 12-ounce prime New York Strip, 8-ounce filet mignon and a 32-ounce ribeye for two. Don’t skip the sides! From roasted cauliflower and crispy Brussels sprouts to stuffed mushrooms, you simply can’t go wrong.

This is one of those dining rooms that makes sipping a glass of wine feel oh so right. Pair the Vermentino with a seafood delight or enjoy the Nebbiolo alongside a rich pasta or fattier cut of meat like the 14-ounce ribeye. If wine just doesn’t do it for you, have a cocktail like the refreshing spritz citron with Acqua di Cedro, prosecco and fresh basil.

Italian desserts are the best companions to an after-dinner cup of coffee, and Balla has all the hits. Satisfy your sweet tooth with the decadent dark chocolate tart featuring hazelnuts, mascarpone and Nutella, or have the fluffy bomboloni with sweet cream and raspberry preserves. –Em Jurbala

Get Your Tickets Now!

Mexican superstar makes a stop in Vegas on his most recent tour

At just 26, Peso Pluma has reached heights impressive for performers twice his age. The Mexican singer and rapper has only released five albums since 2020, but he is currently Mexico’s most-streamed artist of all time! His latest album, DINASTÍA, a collaboration with his cousin Tito Double P, is the basis for his current 30-city tour, which makes a stop in Las Vegas this week.

Pluma, who specializes in corridos tumbados (a direct reflection of his upbringing), hit new artistic heights with DINASTÍA, a double album that spawned the mega-hit “Dopamina,” which reached No. 1 on Bilboard ’s Mexico Songs chart and No. 2 on the Hot Latin Songs chart in the United States. The album itself debuted at No. 1 on Billboard ’s Top Latin Albums and Regional Mexican Albums charts and topped Spotify’s Global Albums chart.

In addition to his immense influence on culture and style, Pluma is a Grammy winner, garnering the award for Best Musica Mexicana Album for 2023 album Génesis

Fans will no doubt be thrilled to learn that the current tour, DINASTÍA by Peso Pluma & Friends, features not only Tito Double P but also surprise guests depending on which city the tour hits. They will also hear hits like “AMG,” “EL HECHIZO,” “Ella Baila Sola,” “Por Las Noches,” “CHANEL” and many more. –Ken Miller

T-Mobile Arena, 8 p.m. March 13, starting at $74 plus tax and fee. axs.com

Overwhelmed? Don’t Be!

Download this free app and get ready to tackle the city like a pro

Navigating the Strip and surrounding areas can be overwhelming. Luckily, the Vegas2Go app, available in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store, puts an extensive guide to the city right in the palm of your hand.

Simply set up your account and unlock a vast knowledge of the city, including special deals that you may otherwise miss out on. The app is locational, so once you’ve indicated the resort you’re staying at, toggle to the “selected” tab to see all the dining,

shopping, shows and lounges in the property. Then switch to the “nearby” setting to see all the options that are within a walking distance of your temporary digs.

If you have something specific in mind, perhaps a steakhouse dinner or family-friendly fun, use the search function. Use the red drop-down menu to search everywhere (which will populate results from all over the valley), nearby or in your selected property to find what you’re looking

for. And if it’s a one-off show you seek, check the “events” tab for an up-todate calendar of all the acts rolling through town during your stay.

Oh, and those exclusive offers we mentioned? They’re visible on each listing they apply to, so there’s no need to scour the web for ways to save on your Vegas vacay. Find an offer you’d like to use, select the “save” option and access it when you’re ready under the “saved offers” tab in the “more” menu. Enjoy! –Em Jurbala

A Sweet Island Escape

New bar on the Strip offers themed cocktails, chill vibes, live music and more

Inside the towering castle that reigns over the Las Vegas Strip is a new experience, The Tiki Bar. “We’ve always been about imagination here at Excalibur, and the thought of having a tiki bar is imaginative,” said Barbara Valle, senior beverage manager at Excalibur. “And we have a dragon that’s below the castle. His name is Murphy and he inspired this—it’s a twist between a dragon’s lair and a tropical escape.”

The huge lounge just beckons passersby to stop in to chillax while enjoying island sounds and island-inspired sips. If you’re a fan of tiki cocktails, you’ll find the classics here: the Painkiller with Myers’s Original Dark rum, pineapple juice, orange juice and cream of coconut syrup; the Mai Tai with Malibu Original rum, triple sec, pineapple, orange and lime juices and

Insider’s Tips

Don’t miss happy hour from 5-7 p.m. daily. Enjoy $8 tiki specialty cocktails and frozen daiquiris, $5 domestic beers and $6 imported beers. There is never a cover to get into The Tiki Bar, even when bands play on Friday and Saturday nights. Music starts at 9 p.m.

Take a piece of the experience home with you—tiki mugs and T-shirts are available for purchase.

simple syrup with a Myers’s Original Dark rum float and grenadine; and the Rum Punch with Bacardi Superior rum, Malibu Original rum, Myers’s Original

Dark rum, and orange, pineapple and lime juices.

But get into the groove of the island-style escape and take those taste

buds on an adventure by ordering The Tiki Bar’s specialty cocktails, all served in tiki-inspired glassware. Start with Valle’s favorite one on the menu (and

one of our faves, too!), the Buzzed Tiki Torch. It’s a great fruity, creamy pickme-up cocktail made with RumChata, Fireball cinnamon whiskey, coffee liqueur, banana liqueur and simple syrup. Totally delicious!

For a spicy-and-sweet sip, try the Sweet Surrender, a vodka-style martini with a blend of New Amsterdam vodka, spicy mango syrup, pineapple juice, blue Curaçao and a chili mango rim.

And it wouldn’t be a true tiki bar experience without some shareable punch bowls on the menu like the Blue Hawaiian. Serving two to four people, the bowl is filled with Malibu Original rum, blue Curaçao, pineapple juice, sweet and sour mix and cream of coconut syrup.

There are so many tasty options on the menu that one might be hardpressed to make a decision, so The Tiki Bar has an awesome option: Tiki flights! You can order three mini versions of the various specialty cocktails so you can try a little bit of all the recipes. It’s a genius offering.

Of course, what island escape wouldn’t be complete without pineapple whip added to some of the recipes?! The Whip Tai mixes pineapple whip

with Myers’s Original Dark rum, Malibu Original rum and almond orgeat, while the Howler Whip is simple but strong with a blend of pineapple whip and Howler Head bourbon. And, yes, strong is the name of the game—just as at any classic tiki bar, The Tiki Bar makes its pours strong!

Bring the whole party and take a seat at one of the many tables as it’s open seating, or take a seat at the wraparound bar and chat with the friendly bartenders. “It’s great for day drinking,” Valle said. “There is more energy at night; weekends we have live bands Friday and Saturday. Island vibes music, but variety, too.” Yup, on the weekends enjoy live music, from island sounds and reggae to current and classic pop, rock, R&B and more. And the small dancefloor in front of the stage is there if those cocktails really begin to get you grooving.

“I’m very happy with the way the room turned out,” Valle said. “It really provides something different for the guest. The vibe is really an escape; when you’re in here, you’ve landed on a tropical paradise.” –Kiko Miyasato

Excalibur. 702.597.7777

Friends With Benefits

Dink O’Neal

Gatekeeper welcomes you to the world of KÀ

Even before the show KÀ at MGM Grand starts, the minute you arrive to the theater you’re immersed by way of the gatekeepers, like Dink O’Neal. “As the gatekeeper, I’m the facilitator and member of the welcome wagon here at KÀ,” he says. “… Guests are entering a whole new world; they’re meeting the villagers of KÀ (and) each one of us has a different role to play. I’m Pu’Pah, the prognosticator of all things past, present and future. We have an engineer, alchemist, explorer,

hairdresser, mechanic—everyone has a persona and character name and we do our very, very best to interact with each other as our character. … We are the ambience and the first step into the environment of this place.”

O’Neal has four decades of acting experience in everything from film and TV to theater and commercials. But he took on one of his biggest roles four years ago when he became a grandpa and moved to Las Vegas to be closer to his grandchild.

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Take a piece of KÀ home with you by visiting the retail store before or after the show. The destination is filled with cool accessories, keepsakes, clothing, plushies, keychains, shot glasses, mugs, a beautifully illustrated program of the show and much more. –KM

But the acting bug was still buzzing, so a couple of years ago he applied to KÀ

“I think it’s so fantastic—I feel so blessed that I was able to come here and find entertainment-related employment,” O’Neal says. “Our job is to help get people to the story even before they see the show. … I entertain people. We’re not just ushers; we get to entertain and because of that we interact with people and get them hyped and prepped for what they’re about to see.” –Kiko Miyasato

Benefit Ask any of the gatekeepers to scan the QR code to unlock the world of KÀ to dive deeper into the theatrical production.

Shaun Hergatt’s Aqua presents precise dishes with a spotlight on seafood

In the heart of the District in Resorts World Las Vegas lies Aqua, an intimate seafood-forward restaurant from celebrated chef Shaun Hergatt. Once you’re seated in Aqua’s elegant environs, with high ceilings and a striking black-and-gold

design, peruse the menu—you’ll immediately notice a focus on caviar.

And that’s by design. Aqua first started life as Caviar Bar, a favorite among visitors, serving high-end cocktails and a dinner menu with an excellent caviar selection. When Caviar Bar transformed into Aqua in late 2023, adding more space and enclosing the previously open restaurant, it was no surprise that the love of caviar remained and seafood continued as a focus on the menu.

That’s partly because Australian-born

By Nina King

Hergatt grew up in Cairns, a tropical area that’s considered the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, with extensive farming and ocean fishing. “I think that it was such a great environment to be able to be creative,” Hergatt said in an interview with Las Vegas Magazine. Today, it’s a perfect space to indulge in a drink and light bites before attending a show in the theater, or as a destination in itself. (Hergatt has also helmed respected restaurants in New York and Miami.)

with low-ABV gin, spiced pear and lime; the Brilliant Disguise, made with Lyre’s amaretti liqueur, lemon, honey and egg; a Stiegl grapefruit Radler, just 2.25 ABV; or a nonalcoholic Heineken.

702.676.7936

Once in, get a cocktail, with such offerings as the Calamansi Club, with Tito’s vodka, raspberry, calamansi, elderflower and egg white, or the Zombie Reviver, with a blend of rums, lychee, pineapple, honey and absinthe. The are a few low- or zero-proof cocktails and beers as well: The Lunch Meeting, concocted

Aqua serves seafood in many forms, including three varieties of oysters (kumamoto, shigoku and kushi), littleneck clams, king crab, Maine lobster and shrimp and lobster cocktails. Baked and dressed oysters Rockefeller and oysters Kilpatrick (a traditional Australian appetizer, here with smoked bacon and barbecue sauce), clams casino and clams cacio e pepe round out that area of the menu. There’s a section for crudo and caviar featuring steak tartare with caviar, tuna tartare, shrimp toast with caviar, avocado roll with wild shrimp and more.

Entrées include crispy fried chicken, Chilean sea bass, wagyu filet and coconut shrimp, but to really go all out, try one of the signature dishes. Chef Shaun’s sashimi plate features hamachi, big eye tuna, salmon, uni and bluefin toro. The Ocean Harvest is bounteous, with shrimp cocktail, king crab legs, an assortment of sashimi, Maine lobster, oysters and clams. For a fuller caviar experience, order a selection of Caspy caviar, available in a variety of types and prices, with homemade blinis. Yes, you do need to share!

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Sammy Hagar loves performing in Las Vegas—and it shows

By GENEVIE DURANO

Sammy Hagar calls his Best of All Worlds residency retirement. If this is what stepping back looks like, sign us up. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer returns to Dolby Live at Park MGM for 11 performances across March and September.

“I could do this for the

rest of my life,” Hagar tells Las Vegas Magazine. “I honestly think it’s retirement.”

It’s hard to argue with the math. The residency

Park MGM 8 p.m. March 11, 13-14, 18 and 20-21, starting at $126 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

reunites Hagar with bassist Michael Anthony, guitar virtuoso Joe Satriani, powerhouse drummer Kenny Aronoff and multi-instrumentalist Rai

Thistlethwayte. Hagar has the pick of dozens of hits before each show, letting the audience and the moment guide him. Sometimes it’s a fan holding up a sign asking for “Summer Nights.” Sometimes it’s redeeming a song the band stumbled through the night before. “We have so much fun,” he says. “This band is so good.”

The setlist draws from Hagar’s entire career—solo anthems like “I Can’t Drive 55” alongside deep Van Halen cuts and hits. “They all came from me,” Hagar says of weaving together songs from different eras. “So it was something I was experiencing in my life … it’s still part of my life. So when I’m singing them, you know, I bounce around in my head, in my heart and my soul with these songs onstage, but they’re all connected.”

When Hagar joined Van Halen in 1985,

replacing David Lee Roth, he was already a successful solo artist coming off “I Can’t Drive 55.”

With Hagar at the helm, Van Halen released four consecutive No. 1 albums: 5150 (1986), OU812 (1988), For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge (1991) and Balance (1995). All went multiplatinum. Hagar and Eddie Van Halen wrote every song together, with Eddie handling the music and Hagar the lyrics and melodies. The partnership produced hits including “Why Can’t This Be Love,” “Right Now,” “Dreams” and “Poundcake.”

Eddie Van Halen’s passing in 2020 crystallized something for Hagar. A reunion that was supposed to happen became impossible. Alex Van Halen’s retirement from drumming closed another door. Carrying the Van Halen legacy forward became not just an opportunity but an obligation for both him and Anthony, who was a founding member of Van Halen. “‘Mike, it’s you and me, brother,’” Hagar

realized. “It’s so necessary to carry the legacy of that music on.”

But this residency goes beyond nostalgia. When Hagar sings “Right Now,” a song he and Eddie wrote in 1991, it resonates differently. “Something else is happening right now than what was happening in ’91 when we wrote it,” he notes. Even “Love Walks In,” which Hagar wrote about UFOs when such topics lived on the fringe, lands differently now that alien disclosure has entered mainstream conversation.

For Hagar, the residency offers what touring never could: great shows without the grind. “You play Wednesday, Friday, Saturday,” he says. “Thursday night, you have a great meal at the culinary capital of the world. Then you go see a great show and get inspired. Same bed every night. You don’t have to get on an airplane.”

That’s the genius of it: Hagar delivers peak experiences without the burnout. As retirement plans go, this one beats golf by a mile.

By Ken Miller

Twelve years later, High Roller remains a vital part of any Vegas experience

When was the last time you visited Las Vegas? Last year? Five years ago? Ten? Regardless of your answer, one thing is certain: This city has changed since you were last here. It’s ever-evolving, growing at a rapid rate with

new restaurants, attractions, shows and, especially, buildings. And if you want proof of that, it’s time to take a ride on The Linq Promenade’s High Roller, one of the world’s tallest observation wheels, where you can see

for yourself just how much the Strip has changed.

Climb aboard one of the pods (each one weighs 44,000 pounds and has a diameter of 23 feet) and get ready for a 30-minute jour ney highlighted by the city’s stunning visual landscape. In the nearly 12 years since High Roller was built, Resorts World

Las Vegas was built, the Fontainebleau Las Vegas was finally completed, Sphere was added, and Allegiant Stadium and T-Mobile Arena were built.

For the visuals alone, High Roller is a must for any Vegas visitor, but that’s just the beginning of the fun this attraction has in store: Families will enjoy the interactive part of High Roller. A video screen provides trivia and cool information, and, in addition you can get on your phone and download information about High Roller. (For instance, did you know that the entire wheel weighs more than three-and-a-half tons?)

Groups looking for a party atmosphere can take advantage of the Happy Half Hour, where your revolution is complete with a stocked bar from noon until 11:30 p.m.

You can get married on the High Roller! Your nuptials package comes with flowers and music, and the ceremony ends with you kissing your bride or groom as the rotation finishes.

Expecting and want to throw a gender-reveal party? Yep, you can do that on High Roller! Its gender reveal light show lights up High Roller’s 2,000 LED lights in your baby’s color for 15 minutes. This package also comes with a signature “Mommy Mocktail” from Sky Lounge Bar.

The dining options on the The Linq Promenade feel limitless, from the huge beer list at Yardbird, the British fare at Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips and Coco Pebbles French Toast at Maxie’s to brick-oven pizzas at Flour & Barley, barbecue from Memphis, Kansas City, the Carolinas and Texas at Virgil’s Real Barbecue, and the Double Doubles at In-N-Out Burger.

Other attractions at The Linq Promenade include FLY LINQ Zipline, where you soar 1,100 feet from a 12-story tower to High Roller over the heads of your friends, family and total strangers at speed of up to 35 mph, and Minus5 Icebar, a sub-zero destination where you don a parka and enjoy drinks in glasses made of—what else?—ice.

By Ken Miller

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer at The Venetian Resort. 702.414.2337

Few venues on the Las Vegas Strip do milkshakes like this hot spot. For chocolate fans, this beast is dessert nirvana, made with mini chocolate chips and topped with two chocolate brownies, whipped cream and chocolate drizzle. And, of course, the rim is frosted with chocolate!

Bardot Brasserie at Aria. 702.590.8610

If you’ve never tried gianduja chocolate, know this: It’s a super-decadent version with a high hazelnut content (think Nutella but even more hazelnut!). This confection has all the wonderful textures of the classic macaron, but with the inclusion of gianduja and French almond cookies.

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Stubborn Seed at Resorts World Las Vegas. 702.676.6908

Michelin-starred chef Jeremy Ford’s restaurant, one of the newest on the Strip, is an absolute must-visit for foodies, and that extends to every part of the menu. This dessert tastes as magnificent as it looks, a combination of olive oil cake, yuzu pastry cream, Mandarin pâté de fruit and caramelized pistachios. You probably won’t want to share.

Brezza at Resorts World Las Vegas.

702.676.6014

Desserts don’t get simpler—or more delicious—than panna cotta, an Italian classic that gets bumped up a notch at Brezza. This version is infused with pumpkin and warm spices and topped with a drizzle of rich bourbon maple caramel. And best of all? Every bite gets a flavorful crunch, thanks to the inclusion of spiced pepitas.

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Carversteak at Resorts World Las Vegas. 702.550.2333

One of the country’s favorite—and most tricky to make—desserts is the baked Alaska, and this version at Carversteak is a must for anyone on Instagram. This iteration is made with lemon sorbet, vanilla ice cream, toasted meringue and brown butter financier. It’s made for large groups and gets flambéed tableside. Get your cameras out!

Bazaar Mar at The Shops at Crystals. 702.803.1100

Key lime pie has long been a favorite dessert for millions (it really is one of the most unique flavor profiles in the entire sweets universe), and this creation at Bazaar Mar reimagines the classic in an incredibly visually appealing way. It’s so simple (key lime mousse, graham cracker crumble and lime air), but upon taking that first bite, it’s also sublime.

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Lady M at Resorts World Las Vegas. 702.550.2333

There are cakes and then there are creations like this, an elegant and eye-catching beauty that combines the flavors and textures of France and Japan. Paper-thin handmade crepes are carefully layered atop one another, each one getting a gentle layer of green tea pastry cream. The whole creation is finished off with Japanese powdered matcha. In every way, it’s irresistible.

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Ever since it debuted in Las Vegas in 2011, spiegeltent-bound production Absinthe has garnered all kinds of awards and keeps patrons coming back for more. Hosted by The Gazillionaire and featuring everything from contortionists to acrobats to jugglers, this is hilarious, heady fun—with more than just a touch of raunch thrown in. Caesars Palace, 18+. 702.534.3419

RuPaul’s Drag Race Live! Nothing beats the high-energy atmosphere and variety of talent that comes with the art form of the drag show. The cast of this production based on the hit show changes from time to time, so you never know which Ru Girls you’ll see, but trust us on this: you won’t be able to take your eyes off them, and they may very well end up being your favorite. Flamingo. ticketmaster.com

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Chyi Chin This Taiwanese singer, songwriter and actor has been performing since 1981 with his first album, See Her Slip Away. One of his albums, Winter Rain, contained a song that would later be made into a movie: Around Winter. Chin brings his immense talent to the Strip for a night of entertainment audiences won’t soon forget.

MGM Grand, 8 p.m. March 14, starting at $141 plus tax and fee. axs.com

Foreigner The band behind timeless classics like “Cold As Ice,” “Urgent,” “Hot Blooded” and “I Want to Know What Love Is” brings its show, Foreigner: The Hits Orchestral, to the Strip. Backed by a full orchestra, Foreigner will have you thinking you’re hearing these songs for the first time.

The Venetian Resort, 8 p.m. March 11 & 13-14, starting at $55 plus tax & fee. ticketmaster.com

Lorna Luft The daughter of Judy Garland is visiting the Strip for two nights only to regale the audience with stories about her famous mother—particularly Garland’s performance in The Wizard of Oz

The Venetian Resort, 4 p.m. March 14-15, starting at $35 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Success Is No Illusion

Family-friendly show The Magic of Jen Kramer recently celebrated its 1,000th performance in Las Vegas, and its affable, upbeat performer constantly creates new fans who line up after during shows during meet and greets to share their enthusiasm about her signature illusions. Westgate Las Vegas, 5+. westgateresorts.com

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

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Tape Face Reviving and reinvigorating the silent art of mime, this America’s Got Talent finalist creates a fun and inviting show through simple, clever humor, using every day objects to hilarious effect. And audience participation is a huge part of it—don’t be surprised if you get called up onstage. MGM Grand.

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Tournament of Kings

Take your seat in your “country” (Austria, France, Hungary, Ireland, Romania, Spain and Sweden) and then get ready to cheer on jousting, sword fighting and more medieval mayhem while enjoying a feast you can eat with your fingers: Chicken, potatoes, corn on the cob and biscuits.

Excalibur. 702.597.7600

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WOW—The Vegas Spectacular This is a variety show extraordinaire, set in a 180-degree theater and stocked with jugglers, acrobats, daredevils and so much more in a world of water and wonder. If you recognize some of the acts, that’s because some of them have performed on America’s Got Talent. Rio Las Vegas, 4+. ticketmaster.com

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Dominique Ansel Marché Channeling a Parisian cafe, this shop from the celebrity chef features the Cronut, delights like the lemon sugar crepe and savory buckwheat crepes that will blow you away (they’re gluten-free). The Vegetarienne includes spinach and artichoke ricotta filling, fresh spinach and lemon vinaigrette. Paris Las Vegas. 702.731.7865

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How Ya Dough’n Stop in for lunch and enjoy a variety of hand-tossed pizzas including the Cremini, a pie with mozzarella, cremini mushrooms, fontina cheese, roasted onion, mushroom cream and chives. Plus, try such items as the Drunken Balls, with ricotta, mozzarella, vodka sauce and meatballs and basil BLVD Las Vegas. howyadoughn.com

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Carbone Riviera Features a seafood-driven ItalianAmerican menu, with dishes like whole Mediterranean sea bream, gnocchi with caviar, a 2-pound lobster fettuccine, branzino al sale verde (which serves four to six people), Snake River Farms American wagyu, and a burrata-andcaviar service. Bellagio. bellagio.mgmresorts.com

Genting Palace If you want to go on a wellorchestrated culinary journey, the five-course tasting menu showcases chef Billy Cheng’s impressive range ($168 per person, plus tax and gratuity). Meanwhile, good things come in small packages with the dim sum service, from aromatic black truffle dumplings to translucent har gow filled with sweet shrimp. Resorts World Las Vegas. rwlasvegas.com

A5 Wagyu

At Catch , there are a number of ways to experience wagyu, including thinly sliced and cooked at the table on a signature hot stone, with kobe, oita or omi beef (or all three). But the A5 wagyu is also used in gyoza with oita beef; with fried rice with omi beef; and in Golden A5 wagyu nigiri, served with caviar (plus there’s a version without caviar). Expect every bite to be luscious and tender.

Aria.

702.590.5757

Bazaar Meat by José Andrés Order the whole suckling pig, roasted in a wood-fired oven, to feed the entire group ($620 plus tax and gratuity; must be requested at least 24 hours in advance) at this celebrated restaurant. And José’s Tasting Menu ($295 per person, plus tax and gratuity) lets you try his caviar cone, jamón Ibérico de bellota and more. The Venetian Resort. venetianlasvegas.com

FOOD HALLS

Off the Strip

Carson Kitchen This downtown restaurant, popular with locals and visitors, just introduced new seasonal offerings from grilled oysters with white miso to butternut Bolognese with pappardelle, pecorino and butternut squash. Or try the pork chop with apple chutney or striped bass with cassolet. And a fruitcake buckle will make dessert memorable.

124 S. 6th St. No. 100. 702.473.9523

Holsteins Shakes & Buns This sweet burger place, formerly at The Cosmopolitan, recently introduced a brunch menu with inventive options such as avocado toasttada, with a crispy flour tortilla, smashed avocado, Parmigiano cheese, chili flakes and chives, as well as a brunch eggroll, with a twist on a breakfast burrito.

1216 S. Main St. holsteinsburgers.com

Milk Bread Vegas’ newest bakery and café opened in December. The intimate Japanese-Filipino venue from Elevate Hospitality Group seats 30 and serves pour-over coffees and a range of inventive pastries like shokupandesal, a blend of Japanese shoku and Filipino pandesal, plus other specialty breads.

3431 S. Jones Blvd., No. 110. 702.804.8899

Bottled Blonde Las Vegas The food here includes sandwiches, salads and sweets, with elevated bites like tuna wonton nachos, fried squash blossoms, wings, a wagyu burger with shaved truffles and a pizza program. Live music plays on the ground floor and rooftop, and later some tables and chairs are cleared to create a dancefloor for DJs playing top 40 and mashups. Horseshoe Las Vegas. 702.690.299 BITES & BEATS

BOA Steakhouse

At this impressive, inventive California import in the Grand Canal Shoppes, indulge in wagyu cigars with black garlic yuzu aioli and chili crisp, goat cheese baklava and Creekstone Farms products such as BOA Steakhouse’s signature 21-day dry-aged tomahawk for two or the 15-day dryaged ribeye.

The Venetian Resort. boasteak.com

Multiverse of Fun

For 13 years Hakkasan has brought multilevel nightlife to the Strip—nightclub, bar, lounge and restaurant rolled into one. The main room has welcomed Calvin Harris and Tiësto and the smaller lounge has welcomed a slew of hip-hop artists. This week, catch TwinSick (March 12), DJ Dynamiq (March 13) and Fabolous (March 14). MGM Grand. 702.891.3838

CALENDAR

Friday, March 13

Friday, March 13

Yo Yolie Jewel Nightclub at Aria

If you want some good, reasonably priced drinks paired with the chance to dance, make your way over to the International Bar. Once the sun goes down the live bands and DJs take the stage to get guests up on their feet and grooving. The vibes are all fun and good times. This is a bar where all types of people (21+) are invited to the let loose to the sounds of ’80s and ’90s hits, pop, R&B, funk and more. Westgate Las Vegas. 702.732.5111

Saturday, March 14

Fabolous

Hakkasan Nightclub at MGM Grand

Don’t skip the espresso martini at Aureus Lounge , a bougie space open around the clock. The cocktail is a must-try made slightly differently than most versions of the classic. The lounge also stocks a very rare bottle of Eagle Rare 25-year bourbon—try it for $1,199 per shot! Caesars Palace. 702.731.7266

One of downtown’s newest craft cocktail bars, White Whale is helmed by two of the city’s top mixologist, Evan Hosaka and Daniel Yang. The menu is full of inventive recipes, freshmade mixers and made-inhouse syrups and elixirs. If you want to know where the who’s who in the city are drinking, this would be the spot. 111 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 725.206.5879

Wine, cheese and meats— what more could you want! Packed inside two shipping containers totaling just a little over 600 square feet, Bin 702 has been operating since 2013 and offers hand-selected wines and beers on tap paired with its famous meat and cheese charcuterie boards and delicious mini sandwiches.

Downtown Container Park, 707 Fremont Street. 702.826.2702

WHERE TO PLAY

Fans of Formula 1 should head to F1 Arcade, which packs in the fun with fullmotion racing simulators matched up with a creative cocktail menu. Get behind the wheel of racing games, and even compete against your friends. Then order the Pit Lane Perk, served in a smoking toy car. The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace. F1arcade.com

Play classic arcade games and more modern consoles while sipping on specialty cocktails and beer bucket specials at The Cove Bar & Arcade. A must-try cocktail includes the mango chili mai tai and The Cove muddled margarita. More fun includes duck-pin bowling, photo booth, claw machines, billiards and golf simulators. Treasure Island. treasureisland.com

Kill

Dill

Head to Stubborn Seed and ask for bartender Alexis Oltean. She loves to whip up cocktails based on her guests’ tastes, but she’ll also recommend some great options. Her fave? The Kill Dill. “It’s very balanced and refreshing, herbaceous and super-unique,” she says. It’s a mix of Dolin Génépy le Chamois liqueur, cucumber, dill syrup, Fresno pepper, egg white and lime. Resorts World Las Vegas. 702.676.6908

With 18 throwing lanes, Dueling Axes is primal fun that combines ax throwing with cocktails. Themed nights include Cosmic Axes on Friday and Saturday with black lights and bottle service, Ladies Night every Wednesday with half-off martinis and wines and Throwback Thursday with old school jams and vibes. AREA15. area15.com

Have Fun—Right in the Center of It All

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Hang out in the center of where it all happens— Glass Bar. The 24-hour hot spot is a beautiful bar with a design that rivals any high-end lounge. Plus, the cocktails here are a practice in handcrafted mixology with playful recipes like the Fruit & Pebble with rum, port, lime juice, Fruity Pebbles syrup and a dusting of Fruity Pebbles cereal on the glass.

Planet Hollywood. 702.785.5555

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A longtime favorite, Casbar Lounge is a huge center bar with tons of alcoves and seating. The happy hour here is not to be missed! Enjoy discounted cocktails two times per day, 3-5 p.m. and 8-9 p.m.; and there is $7 prosecco all day. And for that extra experience, enjoy live music Wednesday through Sunday.

SAHARA Las Vegas. 702.761.7000

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The vibrant Lapa district in Rio de Janeiro is re-created at Lapa Lounge This center bar offers cocktails with Brazilian and global influences, like the Copa Cabana Spritz, Caipirinha Rio, Hibiscus Margarita and the Tiki Tango. Rio Las Vegas. 702.252.7777

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What’s New

Roberto Coin brings Italian artistry to the Las Vegas Strip. The brand’s pieces of jewelry are like wearable pieces of art. Inspired by the city of Venice, this Italian jeweler crafts necklaces, rings, earrings and bracelets that use precious stones and gold, white gold, rose gold and more to create both delicate pieces and statement, collectible pieces. The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace. 702.893.4800

Relive the Aughts when you dress up in the brand Abercrombie & Fitch. The nostalgic clothing company brings its causal, trendy looks for both men and women to the Las Vegas Strip at the newly opened fashion and dining destination, BLVD Las Vegas. Browse through daywear and nightlife attire plus accessories, fragrance, jewelry and bags.

3747 Las Vegas Blvd. S. blvdlasvegas. com

The popular beauty and accessories brand Miss A recently opened a location on the Las Vegas Strip and brings its promise of affordable fun and fashion, with prices starting at just $1. Browse skincare, makeup, hair accessories and jewelry, all high quality and cruelty free and all priced for extreme affordability without sacrificing hot trends.

Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood. shopmissa.com

When it comes to all things

IT OUT Canyon Ranch Spa + Fitness

Get your fitness on with the 40-foot Rock Climbing Wall. The Venetian Resort. 702.414.3610 or venetianlasvegas.com

Bellagio Fitness Center

Enjoy free weights, elliptical machines and fitness classes (temporarily located on the Promenade across from Tutto). Bellagio.

702.693.7472

Golden Nugget Fitness Center

Go for your personal best on a treadmill while enjoying great downtown views. Golden Nugget. 702.385.7111

Fitness Studio

Take advantage of plenty of cardio machines with personal plasma TV and music options. SAHARA Las Vegas. 702.737.2111

Manscaping

For the ultimate luxury while getting a haircut, head to Aria Barbershop at Aria Spa and Salon, where the surroundings are as impressive as the skills of the barbers who provide everything from cuts to hot towel shaves. Reservations are highly recommended here, as it’s a hot ticket. Aria. 702.590.9600

Feel

Your Cares Melt Away

Book a restorative CBD massage at Qua Baths & Spa to ease sore muscles and reduce inflammation, or tap into the detox and balance your energy with a salt and stone massage, which uses warm Himalayan salt stones. It will have you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated for the rest of your trip.

Caesars Palace. 866.782.0655

YOURSELF

Hairdreams

Salon by Michael Boychuck Enjoy a wide variety of packages, from Signature, which includes a sugar scrub exfoliation and aloe vera-infused body butter massage, to Gentlemans, which includes a bourboninfused treatment featuring a spiked brown sugar scrub, indulgent oil massage and warm towel wrap.

Caesars Palace.

702.731.7791

Salon Bellagio Get pampered in one of the most impressive facilities on the Strip. Services range from the classic manicure and pedicure to a CBD revival offering, nail repair, Gel-X nails and signature packages, while enhancements include French polish, builder gel, collagen hands and percussive massage.

Bellagio.

702.693.8080

BUCKET LIST

Maverick Helicopters Have a once-in-alifetime experience flying over the dazzling Las Vegas Strip or journey further to see some of the most stunning sights in the Southwest, including Red Rock Canyon and the Valley of Fire. Book the Neon & Nature tour to enjoy a champagne toast as you take in view of the entire valley or book the Wind Dancer trip to soar to the Grand Canyon. 6075 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.261.0007

Sphere This game-changing venue hosts everything from movies to sports and concerts, and its constantly changing exterior has forever changed the look of the Las Vegas Strip. If you want to experience Sphere’s immersive and futuristic technology firsthand, get tickets for Wizard of Oz, a version of the 1939 classic film that incorporates 4D technology with the venue’s tremendous visuals and sound.

255 Sands Ave. thesphere.com

Surreal Shopping

Omega Mart , a supermarket on steroids (or something else entirely) from the creative minds at Meow Wolf, lets you shop and explore a store with surprises in every display case. There’s also a mystery to be solved, for those who have the time. And for the adults, there’s a bar with some truly creative concoctions. AREA15. meow.wf/lvm

Plan Your Perfect Day

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Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition Odds are you’ve seen the hit movie (probably more than once). Now take an even deeper dive into one of history’s most famous disasters. More than 300 artifacts recovered from 2 1/2 miles below the surface of the ocean are on display, plus re-creations of the ship’s cabins and Grand Staircase. Luxor. 702.262.4400

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REAL BODIES at Horseshoe Las Vegas Experience 20 real human bodies and over 200 specimens in artistic and thought-provoking galleries that explore what it means to be alive. The attraction has added a COVID-19 element, including a short film and 3-D printed virus models. 702.777.2782

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Museum of Illusions Reality takes a vacation at this interactive attraction, where you can seemingly levitate upside down in a pink Cadillac, hang from a Las Vegas-themed building and take a seat with five of your clones! You’ll want to have your camera ready at this unique space where people become part of the art. 3716 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Suite 1.02. moilasvegas.com

Off the Strip

Ethel M Chocolates

Factory & Cactus

Garden Enjoy a selfguided factory tour, samples and a gift shop with tons of candies to build the perfect box. For a real treat, book a signature chocolate tasting. And one of the most unique gardens in Las Vegas, the botanical gardens here feature a variety of cactus and succulents to inspire you as you stroll along the paths. 2 Cactus Garden Drive. 702.435.2608

Nevada State Museum Explore the fascinating natural and anthropological past of Nevada and its neighbors at this ever-changing history hub spread across 70,000 square feet that includes two exhibits (one permanent and one changing), in addition to a library and public spaces. 309 S. Valley View Blvd. lasvegasnvmuseum.org

National Park

Express Plan the perfect day-tour adventure with this leader in shuttle tours in the Southwest. Visit destinations ranging from Antelope Canyon to Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, Zion and much more, all while enjoying Wi-Fi access and restrooms on board. Lunch is included in full-day tours. 3525 W. Hacienda Ave. 702.948.4190

FEEL THE RUSH

The Big Apple Coaster

This ride twists and dives around and through the center of the hotel. New York-New York. 702.740.6969

FLY LINQ Zipline

Soar over the Linq Promenade at speeds up to 35 mph. The Linq Promenade. 702.777.2782

Adventuredome

This indoor theme park features top attractions plus some circus acts. Circus Circus. 702.794.3939

Arcade

Feel the rush of the race with this attraction’s high-tech simulator games. The Forum Shops. f1arcade.com

FlyOver Las Vegas

Take flight and explore the world in a whole new way. 3771 Las Vegas Blvd. 866.498.2023

Skydive Las Vegas

Mojave Desert views will leave you breathless, especially while free-falling. 1401 Airport Road, 18+. 702.759.3483

The FRIENDS™ Experience If you have fond memories of the beloved ’90s show, you will have a field day at this attraction, which re-creates some of the most iconic sets, from the fountain and couch to ones tied to specific episodes like “The One in Vegas,” where the gang heads to a classic Sin City chapel. Along the way, you’ll see costumes, a timeline of dating scenarios, graphics and a wealth of details and trivia. MGM Grand. friendstheexperience.com

Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

One of the Strip’s most stunning attractions, this display changes seasonally with installations that reflect the highlights of the season, all under the direction of Ed Libby, senior director of horticulture and facilities. From the use of flowers to impressive models and scents, this is a feast for all your senses. Get your cameras ready! Bellagio. 702.693.7111

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Your Choice of Fun

Caesars Palace has three high-limit areas—the Aureus Lounge (pictured) near Omnia nightclub is an exclusive area with lush seating, amazing cocktails and blackjack; Palace Court Tables with blackjack, baccarat, roulette and other games, all with premium limits; and the Palace Court slot room, perfect to take a few spins. Caesars Palace. 866.227.5938

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. Throughout the year, enjoy multiple special promotions and contests.

Westgate Las Vegas. 702.732.5111

Circa | Sports

Seats up to 350 people in stadiumstyle seating. The centerpiece is a three-story, 78-million-pixel screen that has to be seen to be believed.

Circa Resort & Casino. 702.247.2258

BetMGM Sportsbook

Circus Circus The newest bingo room in Vegas, and the only one on the Strip. Lucky’s Bingo Room is all paper, with games that change each session. For $30, get one package with every game, including specials that pay $400 and $750 (extra packs available for purchase). It’s in the Skyrise Casino, with table games, slots, snacks and drinks and garage parking nearby. Sessions are Friday, Saturday and Sunday; call for details. 702.732.5276

Snag one of this dynamic sportsbook’s 104 seats and watch all the games on 36 65-inch LCDs and 24 42-inch plasma TVs. A nonsmoking venue. MGM Grand. 702.891.1111

Caesars Race & Sportsbook

The sportsbook features 12-by-15-foot screens wrapping around a semicircular room, providing excellent views.

Caesars Palace. 866.827.5938

Games to Try

Baccarat: In this card game, try to determine and bet on which players’ hands, or the dealer’s hand, come closest to a total of nine (not over)

Roulette: Bet on which slot a ball will drop into; or split bets on numbers, colors or even/odd numbers.

Craps: If you’ve never played this dice game, a craps class can ensure a fun night at the tables.

Resorts World Las

Vegas This expansive, 30-table room with cushy seating offers a variety of daily cash games including limit and no-limit hold ’em, plus periodic tournaments, with buy-ins starting from $40 for some games. While you’re playing, enjoy the tableside food delivery available from a variety of the resort’s restaurants. rwlasvegas.com

Bellagio With 37 tables, there’s always plenty of action to be found in the poker room close to the sportsbook. Find limit and no-limit hold ’em with a wide range of buy-in options, regular and special tournaments, tableside food service, beverage service, a cashiers’ cage in the room and 19 TV screens and monitors throughout the area. 702.693.7291

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

Events & Headliners

Want to know what special events and acts are in the works for the next time you head to Vegas? Check our select list of what’s been announced so you can begin making your plans. Prices do not include tax and fee.

March 15-21

Boy George & Culture Club The Venetian Resort, 8:30 p.m. March 18, 20-21, 25 and 27-28, starting at $59. ticketmaster.com

Jennifer Lopez Caesars Palace, 8 p.m. March 2021 and 27-28, starting at $105.65. ticketmaster.com

John Fogerty Planet Hollywood, 8 p.m. March 18, 20-21, starting at $113. ticketmaster.com

Lorna Luft The Venetian Resort, 4 p.m. March 15, starting at $35. ticketmaster.com

Matt Friend The Venetian Resort, 10 p.m. March 21, starting at $35. ticketmaster.com

Sammy Hagar Park MGM, 8 p.m. March 18 and 20-21, starting at $126. ticketmaster.com

Tommy James and The Shondells Golden Nugget, 8 p.m. March 20, starting at $106.70. ticketmaster. com

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Buffalo Sabres T-Mobile Arena, 7 p.m. March 17, starting at $52.03. ticketmaster.com

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Utah Mammoth T-Mobile Arena, 7 p.m. March 19, starting at $65.34. ticketmaster.com

March 22-28

Andrew Dice Clay The Venetian Resort, 10 p.m. March 28, starting at $45. ticketmaster.com

FireHouse Golden Nugget, 8 p.m. March 27, starting at $73.70. ticketmaster.com

Gospel Brunch Mandalay Bay, 10 a.m. March 22, starting at $70.50. ticketmaster.com

Jennifer Lopez Caesars Palace, 8 p.m. March 2728, starting at $105.65. ticketmaster.com

Sebastian Fundora vs. Keith Thurman MGM Grand, 12:45 p.m. March 28, starting at $169. axs.com

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Edmonton Oilers T-Mobile Arena, 6:30 p.m. March 26, starting at $59.50. ticketmaster.com

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Washington Capitals T-Mobile Arena, 7:30 p.m. March 28, starting at $81.07. ticketmaster.com

March 29-April 4

Alice Cooper and Criss Angel Planet Hollywood, 7 p.m. April 2-4, May 21-23, starting at $110.85. ticketmaster.com

College Basketball Crown MGM Grand, 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. April 1-2, starting at $56.44. axs.com

Sin Bandera Palms, 8 p.m. April 3, starting at $69.50. axs.com

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Calgary Flames T-Mobile Arena, 7 p.m. April 2, starting at $52.89. ticketmaster.com

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Vancouver Canucks T-Mobile Arena, 7 p.m. March 30, starting at $50.43. ticketmaster.com

April 5-11

Bruno Mars Allegiant Stadium, 7 p.m. April 10-11, starting at $303.05 . ticketmaster.com

Quiet Riot Golden Nugget, 8 p.m. April 10, starting at $73.70. ticketmaster.com

April 12-18

Cheap Trick The Venetian Resort, 8:30 p.m. April 17-18, starting at $55. ticketmaster.com

Jerry Seinfeld Caesars Palace, 8 p.m. April 17-18, starting at $105.65. ticketmaster.com

Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis The Venetian Resort, 9 p.m. April 17-18, 22 and 24-26, starting at $100.04. voltairelv.com

Reggae in the Desert Clark County Ampitheatre, 11 a.m. April 18, starting at $49.99. ticketmaster.com

Tim Allen MGM Grand, 10 p.m. April 18, starting at $184.04. axs.com

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Seattle Kraken T-Mobile Arena, 7 p.m. April 15, starting at $61.71. ticketmaster.com

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Winnipeg Jets T-Mobile Arena, 7 p.m. April 13, starting at $43.05. ticketmaster.com

April 19-25

Cazzu Park MGM, 8 p.m. April 25, starting at $66.14. ticketmaster.com

Chuwi Mandalay Bay, 7 p.m. April 19, starting at $42.50. ticketmaster.com

Cyndi Lauper Caesars Palace, 8 p.m. April 24-25, 29 and May 1-2, starting at $92.75. ticketmaster.com

Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis The Venetian Resort, 9 p.m. April 22 and 24-26, starting at $100.04. voltairelv.com

Mark Farner’s American Band Golden Nugget, 8 p.m. April 24, starting at $73.70. ticketmaster.com

Naomi Watanabe The Venetian Resort, 10 p.m. April 25, starting at $39.99. ticketmaster.com

Smokey Robinson and Gladys Knight Palms, 8 p.m. April 25, starting at $51.50. axs.com

The B-52s The Venetian Resort, 8 p.m. April 22, 24-25, starting at $49.50. ticketmaster.com

April 26-May 2

Cyndi Lauper Caesars Palace, 8 p.m. April 29 and May 1-2, starting at $92.75. ticketmaster.com

Iliza Shlesinger The Venetian Resort, 8 p.m. May 1, Dec. 12, starting at $45. ticketmaster.com

Jeff Dunham Planet Hollywood, 7 p.m. April 26, May 31, Oct. 4, Nov. 8, Dec. 6, starting at $61. axs.com

Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis The Venetian Resort, 9 p.m. April 26, starting at $100.04. voltairelv.com

Mary J Blige Park MGM, 8 p.m. May 1-2, 6, 8-9, July 10-11, 15 and 17-18, starting at $127. ticketmaster.com

Sherri Shepherd The Venetian Resort, 8 p.m. May 2, starting at $45. ticketmaster.com

May 3-9

Babyface Palms, 8 p.m. May 8-9, Sept. 4-5 and Nov. 13-15, starting at $68. axs.com

Blake Shelton Caesars Palace, 8 p.m. May 6, 8-9, 13, 15-16, 21 and 24, starting at $127.90. ticketmaster.com

Kathleen Madigan The Venetian Resort, 10 p.m. May 9, starting at $39. ticketmaster.com

Las Vegas Aces vs. Phoenix Mercury Mandalay Bay, 12:30 p.m. May 9. axs.com

Mary J Blige Park MGM, 8 p.m. May 6, 8-9, July 10-11, 15 and 17-18, starts at $127. ticketmaster.com

Michelle Buteau The Venetian Resort, 10 p.m. May 8, starting at $39.99. ticketmaster.com

May 10-16

Blake Shelton Caesars Palace, 8 p.m. May 13, 1516, 21, 24, starting at $127.90. ticketmaster.com

Goo Goo Dolls The Venetian Resort, 8:30 p.m. May 15-16, 20 and 22-23, starts at $65. ticketmaster.com

Harland Williams The Venetian Resort, 10 p.m. May 16, starting at $39. ticketmaster.com

Khalid Planet Hollywood, 7:30 p.m. May 16, starting at $94.80. ticketmaster.com

Lady A Planet Hollywood, 8 p.m. May 15, starting at $122.70. ticketmaster.com

Paul Anka Palms, 7:30 p.m. May 16, starting at $65. axs.com

May 17-23

Aldo Nova Golden Nugget, 8 p.m. May 22, starting at $63.45. ticketmaster.com

Alice Cooper & Criss Angel Planet Hollywood, 7 p.m. May 21-23, starting at $110.85. ticketmaster.com

Amon Amarth and Dethklok Planet Hollywood, 7 p.m. May 21, starting at $83.40. ticketmaster.com

Blake Shelton Caesars Palace, 8 p.m. May 21 and 24, starting at $127.90. ticketmaster.com

BTS Allegiant Stadium, 8 p.m. May 23, 24 and 27. ticketmaster.com

Hilary Duff The Venetian Resort, 9 p.m. May 2324, starting at $404. voltairelv.com

Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening Palms, 8 p.m. May 22, starting at $65. axs.com

February 19th

Showbiz Weekly Map

LAS VEGAS STRIP AND BEYOND

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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