Clay Aiken is set for his debut Las Vegas residency at Harrah’s Las Vegas. Fans have a chance to win a trip to see the show, as Kiss 108 rolls out a contest for this new Strip entertainment event
Metallica’s Life Burns Faster residency at Sphere Las Vegas opened with a towering Cthulhu visual during “The Call of Ktulu” and a no-repeat setlist policy through March 2027
Las Vegas packs the week of October 4–10 with big sports, concerts, and new venues. The Raiders host the Chiefs, Metallica launches its Sphere residency, and new restaurants and nightlife keep the city buzzing.
Adele paused her Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace to pay tribute to Matthew Perry, reflecting on his impact as Chandler Bing and his openness about addiction. The moment added a personal note to the weekend’s entertainment lineup on the Strip.
Clark County has named September 28 as Bill Nye Day and awarded the Key to the Las Vegas Strip to the science advocate during a sold-out UNLV lecture event.
The San Gennaro Feast returns to the Rio Las Vegas Convention Center parking lot from September 30 to October 4, offering carnival rides, Italian-American food, live music and a traditional procession.
One listener will win a trip for two to see Metallica at Sphere Las Vegas in February 2027 with airfare and hotel included. Daily entries also offer chances to win Metallica vinyl before the grand prize drawing.
Hundreds gathered at the Las Vegas Community Healing Garden on October 1 to mark nine years since the Route 91 Harvest tragedy, with new details emerging on the planned 'Forever One' memorial near the original concert site
Unity of Las Vegas celebrates its 65th anniversary October 3–4 with a concert, silent auction, and the launch of a historic legacy project at its North Rancho Drive location
Category 10, the new Luke Combs venue at Flamingo Las Vegas, opens October 15 with live performances, giveaways, and exclusive merchandise. The three-story space brings new nightlife and dining options to the Strip.
Josh Groban brings his GEMS The Las Vegas Residency to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace from October 2 to 10, following a year of global tours and a new album release
Stone Temple Pilots’ 1999 House of Blues Las Vegas show, filmed for MTV’s ‘Spankin’ Live,’ captures the band’s raw stage power and signature alternative rock sound just before their fourth album dropped.
French Police will bring their post-punk sound to Area15 on October 2. The Chicago trio headlines The Portal with Social Order. Tickets start at $34.
Lisa Vanderpump faces construction chaos and surprise celebrity visits as she scrambles to open her Las Vegas hotel. Bravo’s new limited series airs October 20 and 21, with all episodes streaming on Peacock.
Lisa Vanderpump’s Las Vegas hotel project is running into construction trouble. She’s racing to open The Vanderpump Hotel—188 rooms, 40,000-square-foot casino—before the Bravo series premieres October 20.
John Mayer will headline Sphere Las Vegas for six nights in April 2027, mixing solo acoustic, full-band, and John Mayer Trio sets in one show. Tickets and hotel packages go on sale September 30, with a fan presale on October 7.
LISA’s VIVA LA LISA residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace jumps to six shows in November 2026 after the first dates sold out in minutes. Tickets for November 12 and 29 go on sale September 30 at 10 a.m. PT.
Metallica brings 24 Sphere shows to Las Vegas from October to March, with no-repeat setlists, a pop-up shop at The Venetian, a Red Cross blood drive, and exclusive fan experiences across the city
Carlos Santana is bringing his legendary guitar back to House of Blues at Mandalay Bay in 2027. Fans get more chances to catch his greatest hits live as the residency stretches into its fifteenth year.
Metallica brings its No Repeat Weekend shows to Sphere starting October 1. LISA launches the first K-pop residency at Caesars Palace in November. The fall 2026 lineup also features the Eagles, Backstreet Boys, and more big names.
Las Vegas Weekly took home 22 honors at the Nevada Press Foundation’s 2026 Awards of Excellence. The magazine landed seven first-place wins in reporting, design, and events. The ceremony recognized work published from April 2025 to March 2026.
Nikki Glaser and David Spade will team up for a 2027 residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, with shows in January and April. Presale starts September 29, 2026, and public sales open October 2.
John Mayer will headline Sphere Las Vegas in April 2027, performing solo, with a full band, and with the John Mayer Trio. Tickets go on sale in October, with select seats benefiting veterans’ health programs.
Resorts World Las Vegas is pushing for a new NBA arena and a major guest experience revamp as it marks five years on the Strip. The property is also moving past regulatory setbacks and public relations challenges.
Carlos Santana is back at House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay, playing his greatest hits through September 27. This marks his 14th year as a Las Vegas resident performer, with tickets starting at $99.50 plus fees.
Las Vegas offers more than casinos and neon with the Arts District, indie music venues, and unique coffee shops creating a thriving scene for locals and visitors seeking authentic culture
Johnny Depp crashed Drink Las Vegas at Park MGM, stealing the spotlight by chomping on a decorative hedge as the festival kicked off and his new film Day Drinker dropped its first teaser.
Slipknot and Stone Sour frontman Corey Taylor will headline Fremont Country Club on October 18, marking his first solo show in over a year and bringing his signature mix of solo and band material to downtown Las Vegas
Sylvester Stallone visited the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health and hosted a Carbonadi vodka tasting for Las Vegas liquor professionals. The event included a tour and a VIP lunch scheduled at Carbone Riviera overlooking Lake Bellagio.
Oasis will play Allegiant Stadium on August 20, 21, and 24, 2027, with Richard Ashcroft opening. Tickets are only available through closed registration and resale, and prices are already above face value.
