A new study ranks Las Vegas as the world’s leading casino destination, with the highest number of gambling venues and online interest, but also finds it is the most expensive city for casino visitors at $369 per day.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas will host a two-week Carín León takeover from September 1–14, featuring special events, pop-ups, and exclusive merchandise as León begins his sold-out Sphere residency and celebrates Mexican Independence Day weekend.
A player at Durango Casino & Resort in the southwest Las Vegas Valley hit a $220,701.20 progressive jackpot on Phoenix Cash’s Queen Chiu slot machine on August 26, 2026, resetting the prize to $200,000 for future guests.
Golden Nugget Las Vegas celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2026, highlighting decades of hospitality, gaming, and dining in the heart of Downtown. The resort features four hotel towers, a shark tank pool, and a range of restaurants and nightlife
Etho Wellness Club and The STRAT will host 'Sunset in the Sky' on September 2 and 3, offering guided yoga, breathwork, and a sound bath more than 1,000 feet above the Las Vegas Strip. Advance registration is recommended
More Las Vegas casinos are rolling out cashless gaming, letting players fund slot machines directly from their phones. The shift brings new convenience but also raises questions about responsible gambling and regulatory safeguards.
Palms Casino Resort will mark the grand opening of its new 7,300-square-foot non-smoking gaming area on September 1, featuring a charity slot tournament benefiting 10 Southern Nevada nonprofits.
Las Vegas-based YouTube creator Vegas Matt, known for his slot machine videos, was escorted out of The Venetian in late 2023 but remains active at other Strip and downtown casinos, with a fan event set for Fontainebleau in October.
Legacy Club at Circa Resort & Casino has been honored as the top sunset rooftop venue in Las Vegas for 2026, recognized for its panoramic views from the 60th floor and its role in shaping Downtown nightlife
A 4,800-square-foot unit at One Queensridge Place in Summerlin has been fully renovated from its original Tuscan style to a mid-century Italian design, marking one of the few structural condo remodels in the luxury tower since its 2007 opening.
A Palace Station guest claimed a $142,287 Jumbo Jackpot during the 9 a.m. bingo session on August 25, 2026, triggering additional payouts across Station Casinos bingo rooms in the Las Vegas Valley.
Aliante hotel-casino in North Las Vegas has opened a redesigned Boyd Gaming sportsbook featuring a massive video wall and upgraded seating, just in time for the upcoming football season
Golden Nugget Las Vegas is now the first casino in the city to offer 3-Dice Yahtzee, a new table game based on the classic family dice game, with unique betting options and bonus payouts available on the gaming floor.
Arizona Charlie’s will award four Toyota Camry Hybrids across its Boulder and Decatur locations, with the first giveaways scheduled for August 28 and 29. Guests can enter by earning base points while playing at either Las Vegas casino.
A guest from Idaho Falls hit a $927,063 jackpot on a Dancing Drums Dragon slot at The STRAT, scoring the win in just six minutes with $3 spins early Friday morning on the north Strip.
A 300-room hotel-casino called Silverado is planned for Las Vegas Boulevard near Richmar Avenue, with Clark County set to review the project on September 2. The development would add new resort options several miles south of the Strip
Golden Nugget Las Vegas introduces a $199 all-inclusive deal featuring a two-night midweek stay, daily food and beverage credits, and no resort fees, available for bookings through December 28, 2026.
A California guest hit a $1.56 million Dragon Link jackpot at Resorts World Las Vegas on Sunday, marking the casino’s second million-dollar slot win this month. Other major jackpots were reported across the Las Vegas Valley.
The Plaza Hotel & Casino has launched a 2,000-square-foot high-limit slot room with 53 machines, concierge services, and cashless gaming, aiming to attract privacy-seeking players in downtown Las Vegas.
The stage production ‘Awakening’ will close at Wynn Las Vegas on October 10, 2026, making way for a new show set to debut in 2027. The closure marks a significant change for the 1,600-seat theater.
Las Vegas will mark National Fantasy Football Draft Day on August 21 with a city proclamation and a multi-day festival at Circa Resort & Casino, featuring live podcasts, industry panels, and fan competitions.
The $4 billion Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas project continues to reshape the Strip, with the 42-story Guitar Hotel and a fully renovated tri-tower set to debut in the second half of 2027.
Caesars Entertainment will introduce Caesars Olympus, a new top loyalty tier, in January 2026. The invitation-only status requires an estimated $1.5 million in spending and offers exclusive perks for high-value guests.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas developer Jeffrey Soffer and his wife Colleen have purchased a newly built 9,857-square-foot mansion in Summerlin’s Summit Club for $25 million, acquiring the property from former Vegas Golden Knights goalie Marc-Andre Fleury in a private sale
Union leaders and U.S. Representatives met with Las Vegas hospitality workers to discuss how AI and automation are changing casino and resort jobs, with new protections negotiated in recent contracts and more legislative action proposed.
Boomer’s Sportsbook has secured approval to operate at Four Queens and Binion’s Gambling Hall, bringing its Nevada footprint to nearly 20 locations by year’s end as the company targets further statewide growth
The Athletics have invested $600 million into their $2 billion Las Vegas ballpark, with the stadium on track for a 2028 opening and new updates on ticket sales and site development expected this week
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas faces a $7.2 million penalty after Nevada regulators found the property failed to prevent a convicted illegal bookmaker from gambling on-site between 2019 and 2021.
Wynn Las Vegas and Chef’s Table have expanded the chef roster for Wynn Revelry, set for September 18–20, bringing new masterclasses and events to the Strip’s culinary calendar.
Las Vegas will host a packed Labor Day Weekend from September 3–7, 2026, featuring major concerts, pool parties, nightlife, dining specials and hotel offers at top resorts and venues throughout the city.
