Las Vegas family attractions outlasted the 1990s theme park bust
MGM Grand Adventures closed by 2000, but family visits to Las Vegas kept rising. Kid-friendly attractions on the Strip survived and even grew, defying the myth of a failed family push.
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Visitor Economy Impact is where the Business & Visitor Economy beat gets specific about tourism economic impact, Las Vegas visitor spending, and hospitality employment impact. The page looks beyond labels by relating resort corridor economic activity, convention spending impact, and major event economic effects to concrete issues around airport demand effects and local business dependence on visitors. The editorial line is clear: housing pressures from tourism growth, transportation impacts of visitation, and infrastructure demand from tourism belong here when central, while broader Business & Visitor Economy context remains secondary.
Yotta 2026 brings AI infrastructure leaders to Caesars Forum Las Vegas
Yotta 2026 kicks off September 28 at Caesars Forum, drawing over 6,500 senior digital infrastructure leaders and more than 600 CEOs to tackle the trillion-dollar AI buildout and its impact on Las Vegas convention business.
Hard Rock Las Vegas breaks ground on 201-meter guitar hotel tower
Hard Rock Las Vegas is building a 201 meter tall guitar-shaped hotel and casino tower on the Strip, with completion targeted for 2027 and a planned 3,700 rooms across the expanded resort
Waymo brings robotaxis to Las Vegas, taking on Zoox in a real-world test
Waymo has started giving fully driverless rides to the public in Las Vegas, jumping into a city where Zoox already runs paid robotaxis and rolling out its new Ojai vehicles on the Strip and at major hotspots.
Venetian Las Vegas website settlement: Cash payments for California guests
California residents who used or booked through VenetianLasVegas.com between September 2024 and March 2026 could get cash from a $1.6 million privacy settlement over guest data sharing.
Viral Fremont Street video puts spotlight on racial stereotypes faced by visitors
A travel vlogger from Haryana was hit with racist taunts while filming on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas. The video, now viral, has sparked debate about the stereotypes some visitors still face in the city’s entertainment districts.
Cirque du Soleil locks in Las Vegas shows with tickets on sale through 2028
Cirque du Soleil has opened ticket sales for all its Las Vegas resident shows through New Year's Eve 2028. The company is also adding more dates in Orlando and launching a new show in Waikīkī in 2027.
Las Vegas Grand Prix VIP experience gives fans rare inside access
One winner and a guest will get flights, hotel, team gear, and three days in the paddock at the Las Vegas Grand Prix with the Atlassian Williams F1 Team. Here’s what the 2026 VIP package really offers.
East Coast cable cut triggers delays for Las Vegas flights
A construction accident in New Jersey sliced through a key FAA cable, causing delays for flights between Las Vegas and the Northeast. Harry Reid International kept running, but travelers faced missed connections and late arrivals.
Melissa Diette takes the helm at Symphony Park dual hotel project
Melissa Diette is now general manager for the AC Hotel by Marriott Symphony Park and Element by Westin Symphony Park, overseeing 441 rooms in downtown Las Vegas. The dual-branded property opened in September 2025.
Bruno Mars Addresses and Dismisses Casino Debt Rumors at Park MGM Residency
Bruno Mars publicly denied longstanding rumors of casino debt during his Las Vegas residency, confirming he is debt-free and highlighting his financial success and real estate investments.
Las Vegas Wine Bars Adapt as Younger Drinkers Shift Preferences
Wine consumption has dropped nationwide for five years, but Las Vegas wine bars and importers are rethinking their approach with new tasting rooms and creative menus aimed at younger visitors and locals.
Metallica and Red Cross Launch Las Vegas Blood Drive at Sphere Residency
Metallica teams up with the American Red Cross for a special blood drive at Fashion Show Las Vegas during their Sphere residency, offering fans exclusive rewards and a chance to win a replica of Lars Ulrich’s drum kit.
Popilush to Open Relocated Flagship at Fashion Show Las Vegas in September 2026
Popilush will open its new flagship store at Fashion Show Las Vegas on September 18, 2026, bringing its shapewear-focused clothing to a busy Strip shopping center and offering special deals for early shoppers.
Global Champions Arabians Tour to hold 2026 Americas Final at Resorts World Las Vegas
Resorts World Las Vegas will host the 2026 Americas Final of the Global Champions Arabians Tour from October 2 to 4, bringing elite Arabian horse competition, luxury hospitality, and live entertainment to the Strip.
Norwegian Cruise Line to Launch Whitney Houston Tribute Show on New Ship
A Whitney Houston tribute will headline Norwegian Aura when it debuts in May 2027, with a full lineup of live music and immersive entertainment planned for Mediterranean and Caribbean cruises.
G2E 2026 Exhibitors Turn to Scalable Photography at The Venetian
Christian Purdie Photography will deploy multi-photographer teams and on-site editing for G2E 2026 at The Venetian Expo, giving gaming brands rapid access to high-impact marketing images during the four-day convention
Waymo Launches Robotaxi Service in Las Vegas, Eyes Tokyo Debut by 2027
Waymo has started public robotaxi rides in Las Vegas with its latest autonomous vehicles and plans to launch a commercial service in Tokyo by 2027, pending regulatory approval.
Waymo to Launch Driverless Ride Service Throughout Las Vegas
Waymo is set to roll out fully driverless rides across Las Vegas, using Zeekr-built Ojai vans to connect people to casinos, venues, and neighborhoods as the city moves forward with autonomous transportation.
Epique Realty to Host Region 1 Power Summit at Palms Las Vegas
Epique Realty will bring agents from 11 Western states to the Palms Hotel on September 17 for a full-day summit focused on networking, market strategy and business growth in the evolving real estate landscape.
Las Vegas Sees Fewer Visitors as Rising Costs Squeeze Budget Travelers
Las Vegas visitation is down 7.5 percent, with sharp drops among young adults and Canadians. Higher prices and airfare are keeping lower income travelers away, even as spending per visitor rises.
Barrett-Jackson 2026 Las Vegas Auction brings collector cars to Convention Center
Hundreds of collector vehicles and vintage automobilia will cross the block at the Barrett-Jackson 2026 Las Vegas Auction from September 10 to 12 at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall, with live coverage and fan experiences throughout the event
Las Vegas Locks In 2026 and 2027 Residency Lineup at Major Venues
Las Vegas has confirmed a packed residency schedule for 2026 and 2027, with Sphere, Caesars Palace, and other top venues hosting Backstreet Boys, BLACKPINK’s Lisa, Metallica, and more. Tickets are already selling out for key dates
Las Vegas Sphere Faces Massive Daily Costs Despite High Demand
The $2.3 billion Sphere in Paradise draws major acts and crowds but continues to post steep operating losses as daily expenses and power bills outpace revenue from concerts and events
Delta Air Lines to Cut Five Las Vegas and New York Routes This Winter
Delta will end five nonstop routes affecting Las Vegas and New York City airports between November and December, citing lower winter demand and shifting travel patterns for Southern Nevada visitors
Las Vegas Approves $1.45 Million Push for Australian Tourism
With Qantas launching nonstop flights between Sydney and Las Vegas later this year, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority has committed up to $1.45 million to attract Australian visitors through targeted marketing campaigns
Las Vegas Sands Faces Investor Moves After Earnings Miss
Virginia Retirement Systems acquired a $17.8 million stake in Las Vegas Sands as the casino giant reported lower-than-expected earnings and revenue for the recent quarter
Canadian Visitors Stay Away as Las Vegas Faces Tourism Setback
Las Vegas resorts and tourism officials are ramping up efforts to attract Canadian travelers after a sharp drop in visits linked to new tariffs and political tensions. Visitor numbers from Canada remain well below pre-2024 levels
Allegiant Stadium to Add New North Entrance and Fan Decks by 2028
Allegiant Stadium will undergo a $158 million upgrade with $75 million in public funds to improve north-side access and add new decks before the 2029 Super Bowl. Construction is set to begin after the Raiders’ season ends.
Burning Man Faces Aging Crowd and Rising Costs in Nevada Desert
Burning Man’s attendee base is shifting older as fewer people in their 20s join the annual Nevada festival. With ticket prices now reaching up to $3,000 and luxury camps on the rise, the event’s culture is changing