Garcia Benn Prelims: Upsets and New Faces Shake Up Las Vegas
Las Vegas saw its share of surprises on the Garcia-Benn preliminary card, as unbeaten fighters faced real adversity and established names fought to stay relevant ahead of the main event.
Las Vegas saw its share of surprises on the Garcia-Benn preliminary card, as unbeaten fighters faced real adversity and established names fought to stay relevant ahead of the main event.
AAA TripleMania 2026 Night One brought high-impact wrestling to MGM Grand in Las Vegas with Omos overpowering Rey Mysterio and new champions crowned in front of a packed crowd
Pepe Jimenez leads Groove Culture Band every Wednesday night at Echo Taste and Sound in the Arts District, featuring Afro-Puerto Rican and Afro-Cuban music with a rotating lineup of top Las Vegas musicians
UNLV Jazz Ensemble I and the Latin Jazz Ensemble will premiere new albums at Ham Hall this Sunday at 3 p.m., kicking off the 2026–27 season with a concert featuring top student and faculty musicians. Tickets start at $11.75 in person.
Las Vegas venues have added new concerts and live shows for February and March 2027, including events at The Smith Center and PH Live. Tickets for most performances go on sale September 11 at 10 a.m., with prices starting at $41.
Carín León’s Sphere residency hit a major setback as his September 10 concert was abruptly canceled due to mechanical issues grounding two planes in Hermosillo. Ticket holders can use their passes for a rescheduled date or request a refund.
Powerman 5000 and Kottonmouth Kings headlined a high-energy night at House of Blues Las Vegas, joined by Julien-K, blending electronic rock, hip-hop and nostalgia for a packed crowd on the Strip
Derek Stevens’ At Par initiative drew over 120000 Canadians to Fremont Street by matching Canadian dollars to US value through August, helping downtown casinos offset a sharp drop in international tourism
Carín León will headline Sphere Las Vegas again in September 2027 with three new shows during Mexico’s Independence Day week. Presale tickets open September 15 with VIP packages at The Venetian available now
Franky Perez returns to the Las Vegas Strip with The Return of the Vegas Showman at Treasure Island Theatre, offering a residency focused on classic hits, live mashups and audience connection. Select Thursday shows start at $25
Usher’s Las Vegas R&B Tour stop at Allegiant Stadium on September 5 delivered a viral moment as Taraji P Henson joined him onstage for a surprise performance that set social media buzzing
The Smith Center will host ‘Twilight’ in Concert on March 20 with a 12-piece ensemble performing the film’s score live as over 1,000 candles transform Reynolds Hall for one night only
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
The Las Vegas Philharmonic is bringing film and video game scores to Reynolds Hall and Resorts World Theatre this fall, with performances featuring Studio Ghibli, Star Wars and more under new music director Rei Hotoda
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
Zara Larsson brings her Midnight Sun Tour to T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on September 18 as part of a limited run of U.S. shows before heading overseas. Ticket prices on resale platforms now range from $109 to over $4500
EDC Las Vegas will run across two weekends in May 2027 and introduce a 12 day Camp EDC experience at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Passes for the extended camping option go on sale September 10 2026
The Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas will debut a Motörhead and Lemmy Kilmister exhibition on October 2, 2026, featuring rare memorabilia and a chance for visitors to play Lemmy’s own bass through his amplifier stack
Elizabeth Taylor’s final car, a 2006 Maybach 57, will be on public display at the Las Vegas Convention Center during Barrett-Jackson’s 2026 Las Vegas Auction before heading to the 2027 Scottsdale sale
The Venue at Rio Las Vegas has relaunched its entertainment lineup with the return of Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, now operated by Ivory Star Productions. The interactive dinner show replaces Marriage Can Be Murder after its 27-year run ended this summer
Oasis is expected to return to Las Vegas for a major stadium show at Allegiant Stadium in 2027 as part of a new US tour. The band last performed in the city in 2008 and recently reunited after a 15-year split
Oasis is expected to return to Las Vegas in 2027 with a stadium show at Allegiant Stadium as part of a U.S. tour. The band last played Las Vegas in 2008 and recently reunited after a 15-year split.
Scorpions have pushed their Las Vegas residency at Planet Hollywood and three Mexico concerts to late summer and fall 2027, citing unforeseen circumstances. The move affects fans holding tickets for the previously scheduled 2026 dates.
Chloe Hilliard brings her stand-up to the Comedy Cellar at Rio Hotel & Casino through September 6 with nightly performances and tickets starting at $22 when using code CCVEGAS
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is rolling out a property-wide partnership with Carín León, including a limited-edition smoothie and immersive experiences, ahead of his Sphere residency debut. The collaboration runs through the 14th at Cymbiotika Wellness Bar.
Henderson Sport & Social, a $70 million sports and entertainment complex, opens in October with all weekend tournaments sold out through 2026. The venue aims to boost local tourism and host major televised events.
Extreme Thing Sports & Music Festival will mark its 25th anniversary at Desert Breeze Event Center on March 20, 2027, with early bird tickets available for $50 starting September 4. The event promises a mix of alternative music and action sports.
Cirrus Aviation Services brings back Knight Flights for the 2026-2027 season, offering private jet travel and game tickets for select Vegas Golden Knights away games—including the 2027 NHL Stadium Series in Arlington.
Downtown Las Vegas will mark Mexican Independence Day on September 15 with a free, all-ages event at Fremont Street Experience, featuring Latin music, food trucks, and a headline set by Terry Ilous and The Vagabonds.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas will host Dierks Bentley, Creed, and a slate of NFR-themed events and offers from December 3–12, including concerts, watch parties, and exclusive gatherings for rodeo fans on the Strip.