With Qantas launching Sydney service in December and Air France flying to Paris, Las Vegas airport and tourism leaders are now focused on securing direct flights to Tokyo, with future ambitions for routes to the Middle East and Asia.
The median sale price for existing condos and townhomes in Las Vegas has soared to $290,000, reflecting over 150% growth since July 2016. Tight inventory, in-migration, and limited land continue to drive the local housing market.
Carín León will become the first Latin artist to perform at Sphere Las Vegas, launching a seven-show run starting September 4 before bringing his 'Muda Tour Norteamérica' to California and Mexico.
Las Vegas venues will host Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy during NFR week, Derek Hough’s holiday dance show at Fontainebleau, the Jonas Brothers’ nostalgia tour at MGM Grand, and Big Boy’s Comedy Fiesta at Palms this fall.
Japanese fine-dining group TENSHOU Collection will launch its first Las Vegas location at BLVD Las Vegas on the Strip this fall, bringing Michelin-starred omakase experiences to 3747 S Las Vegas Blvd.
Pepper Lunch will return to Las Vegas with a new location at BLVD Las Vegas, opening in early 2027 at 3747 S Las Vegas Blvd. The Japanese DIY teppanyaki chain replaces its former Chinatown outpost.
Everhaus, a new private health and lifestyle club, is set to debut at 276 S Buffalo Dr in Spring Valley this fall, offering members a structured approach to wellness with amenities like pools, saunas, and advanced therapies.
Downtown Cafe is preparing to launch later this year in the heart of Downtown Las Vegas, taking over the former Espression Cafe location near the courthouse and municipal parking garage.
Construction crews have finished installing the second steel truss arch at the Athletics’ $2 billion Las Vegas ballpark, with the next phase set to establish the stadium’s highest point near MGM Grand later this week.
Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas will debut 49 new hotel rooms on its 49th and 50th floors starting September 1, expanding its inventory to meet ongoing high demand for rooms during busy weekends and major events.
Spirit Halloween has launched a seasonal store at 8855 W. Charleston Blvd., temporarily filling the former Whole Foods Market space in the Crossroads Commons strip mall for the 2026 Halloween season
Bally’s Corp. is set to begin construction on the first phase of its $1.1 billion mixed-use development at the former Tropicana site, unless a buyer steps in before the Las Vegas Stadium Authority meeting this Thursday
Guests at Rio and Virgin Hotels Las Vegas scored six-figure jackpots over the weekend, with additional wins reported at Binion’s, Four Queens, and M Resort. The payouts highlight a streak of luck for visitors at off-Strip and downtown properties.
Las Vegas saw an 8% drop in domestic air travel and a 13% decline internationally in fiscal 2026, with Spirit Airlines' closure and fewer Canadian visitors driving the downturn at Harry Reid International Airport.
Big Boy’s Comedy Fiesta is set for October 15, 2026, at the Pearl Concert Theater inside Palms Casino Resort, with tickets starting at $49 and a lineup featuring George Lopez, Marlon Wayans, and more
Derek Hough will bring his Dance for the Holidays tour to BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on December 29, 2026, with tickets available to the public starting August 21.
WAVR Technologies, a Summerlin-based startup, is developing atmospheric water harvesting systems that can produce water from desert air, with plans to reach 10,000 gallons per day per unit by 2027
The Nevada Gaming Control Board is pursuing $120,000 per day in fines against Kalshi, alleging the company failed to block access to certain event contracts in Nevada by the August 12 deadline, despite a court order and geofencing measures.
Las Vegas hospitals are seeing a rise in uninsured patients as health insurance premiums increase and enhanced ACA tax credits expire. Local providers are preparing for further financial strain with Medicaid changes set for 2027.
Apartment rents across the Las Vegas Valley are declining, with one-bedroom units seeing double-digit drops in several neighborhoods as new multifamily buildings open and rental concessions rise in 2026.
The Hospitality Charitable Foundation will mark its 25th anniversary with the MENUS 2026 gala at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa on October 2, honoring alumna Martha Morales and highlighting the impact of its scholarship program
Boom Bang Fine Foods and Cocktails is preparing to open a second location at 70 E Bonneville Ave in Downtown Las Vegas later this year, expanding from its original Henderson restaurant.
Category 10 Las Vegas, inspired by Luke Combs, will debut on the Strip in fall 2026 and is inviting fans nationwide to submit hats and stories for a large-scale display at the new venue.
Comedy stars Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy will headline PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on December 4, 2026, during Wrangler National Finals Rodeo week, with tickets available starting August 21.
The Jonas Brothers will bring The Burning Up Tour All Over Again to MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on November 28, 2026, with special guests and VIP packages available for fans.
Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas will host its 22nd annual Oktoberfest from September 11 to October 31, featuring celebrity keg tappings, nightly entertainment, and exclusive German dishes in Paradise.
Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Mad Apple’ will end its run at New York-New York Hotel & Casino on September 5, after entertaining more than 1.2 million guests since its 2022 debut. The company will continue to operate four other resident shows in Las Vegas.
Comedy icons Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy will perform together at PH Live inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on December 4, coinciding with Wrangler National Finals Rodeo week on the Las Vegas Strip
Dueling Axes, the axe-throwing bar that closed its AREA15 location in July, has filed a lawsuit against the entertainment complex, alleging breach of contract and unfair business practices affecting independent tenants
The Culinary union’s new 98,900-square-foot health clinic opens June 7 near Tropicana and Cameron, offering no-cost medical services to thousands of union members and their families in the Las Vegas Valley.
