Entertainment and Attractions

Las Vegas is called the "Entertainment Capital of the World” and it’s no wonder why when looking at the plethora of leisure options in the city. Just saying “Las Vegas” conjures up images of bright lights, extraordinary shows and concerts, elaborate costumes and rows of shopping opportunities. 

There is no denying that a major draw to Las Vegas is the electric energy stirred up by the city’s dynamic leisure, attractions and nightlife.  From world-class casinos to designer golf courses to Broadway-caliber productions, Las Vegas is truly a gem in the meetings and events industry.

The city’s vibrant character generates a full calendar of events and activities designed to celebrate the cultural differences of visitors from around the world. It is an international city with all the expected entertainment alternatives.

Planning group entertainment is a great way to keep meeting attendees together. This not only promotes teambuilding and networking, but also helps meeting planners develop a more detailed schedule. Group entertainment is especially advantageous to meeting planners who like to keep on eye on attendees!

Many entertainment options and attractions in the city offer pre-package ticket discounts. While, others offer same-day rewards. It is best to check with all vendors, including ticket outlets, before the scheduled event to discuss special group rates and any detailed instructions.

The following provide a small glance at some of the unique options for group entertainment in Las Vegas:

Games Galore

Las Vegas is home to hundreds of gaming locations that entice meeting attendees to play all night long. Casino outings can be a great way to experience Las Vegas and keep groups entertained. Numerous casinos can be found across the Valley and each offers a different mix of amenities and games.  Slot machines are a regular favorite, but table games and poker have become common at almost all gaming destinations. This type of recreation is especially appealing to meeting planners who want attendees to have the opportunity to play, but don’t want to develop a structured agenda.

Outdoor Recreation

Beyond the bright lights, Las Vegas showcases innate beauty and unmatched outdoor recreation opportunities.

Awesome Adventures (www.awesomeadventureguide.com) offers customizable tours in the great outdoors and can accommodate large groups for adventure activities. This dynamic adventure company features ATV tours just outside the Valley of Fire and horseback riding, kayaking and more in Eldorado Canyon.

Tee Time

Looking to put together a Golf Tournament in Las Vegas? Las Vegas is home to numerous top-notch golf courses that offer tournament options or group packages.

The Siena Golf Club (www.sienagolfclub.com) can schedule a tournament for anywhere from 16 to 288 players. Whether you're setting up a small corporate outing or a charity golf tournament, they have the supplies to make the day a success, including catering, guides, box lunches and special features.

The Arroyo Golf Club at Red Rock Country Club (www.thearroyogolfclub.com) is the perfect setting for your next group outing. In addition to Palmer's Signature masterpiece, tournament guests experience a level of service only found at a fine country club. Every detail is closely attended to, ensuring each guest's comfort and enjoyment. Multi-day packages are available.

First-Class Productions

From Elvis-impersonators to magicians to showgirls, Las Vegas knows how to entertain.  Daily productions are a perfect option for entertaining groups before, during and after the meeting.

Cirque du Soleil dazzles audiences with acrobatic performances and unique productions. Always on the lookout for the next artistic challenge, Cirque du Soleil is working with Criss Angel to fuse his revolutionary illusions and mind-blowing artistry with dance, puppetry, music and poetry to tell a story, taking audiences on a bizarre and fascinating journey, according to www.CirqueduSoleil.com. This new production is slated to begin in the summer of 2008 and will take place at the Luxor.

Another crowd favorite is the production of "LOVE" at The Mirage. Based on the music of The Beatles, the project was created by the late George Harrison and Guy Laliberté, Cirque's founder.

Blue Man Group is one of Las Vegas’ most praised productions. This colorful, interactive show can be seen at The Venetian in their custom-built, multi-million dollar 1,750-seat theater. This is a family-friendly group option that wows audiences.  

Jubilee!, the multi-million dollar production show at Bally's Las Vegas, offers attendees all the feathers dancers and sequins they can handle. Often thought of as the quintessential Las Vegas show, Jubilee! is an over-the-top production that never fails to deliver.  

Performing and Visual Arts

Las Vegas offers 31 outstanding performance venues. In addition to the performing arts offerings on the Las Vegas Strip, the Las Vegas Philharmonic and Nevada Ballet Theatre, two cultural institutions and mainstays on the Las Vegas performing arts scene, have been redefining group entertainment options in Las Vegas.

For a "theatre under the stars" experience, many residents head out to Super Summer Theatre, located in the historic Spring Mountain Ranch state park. The Nevada Conservatory Theatre, housed in the Judy Bayley Theatre at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, features grandiose performances and award-winning spectacles. The organization engages national and international theater professionals in all disciplines for residencies with the company.

The visual arts are also well represented in the city. The Guggenheim Hermitage Museum, located in the Venetian Resort Hotel Casino, offers a broad range of exhibitions. The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Arts is home to many important art treasures and is located in the Bellagio Hotel. There is also the Las Vegas Art Museum and the Las Vegas Natural History Museum.

Great to explore are the many special-interest museums, including The Neon Museum, King Tot’s Tomb and Museum, the Debby Reynolds’ Movie Museum and the Liberace Museum, among many others.

Unique Attractions

Las Vegas offers numerous attractions for visitors with different interests. Activities like watching schools of fish at the Aquarium inside the Silverton Hotel, catching roaring lions at the MGM Grand, spotting white tigers at the Mirage and observing the wildlife habitat at the Flamingo, make Las Vegas an animal lovers paradise.

For chocoholics, M&M World is a must stop and Ethel M Chocolate Factory panders to the sweet tooth. These sugary destinations offer tours and are a great option for family entertainment.

America's largest indoor theme park, the Adventuredome at Circus Circus, offers 21 rides and attractions. This five-acre geodesic dome was designed to wow and can host any size group from 15-5000. Adventuredome even offers special group rates and will help meeting planners develop customized meeting packages.

Downtown's Fremont Street has been converted into a 175,700-square-foot pedestrian area covered by a continuous canopy studded with more than 14 million lights. Called the Fremont Street Experience, this canopy showcases spectacular light-and-sound shows every hour on the hour during the evenings, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority.

Several tour companies in Las Vegas offer group transportation to and from major sightseeing locations in the city. No matter the season, you’ll find options galore on the Strip. The magnificent fountain shows at the Bellagio Hotel or at Caesar’s Palace Hotel dazzle visitors day and night.

Las Vegas mixes never-ending entertainment, sophisticated cuisine and vibrant sunsets to create a one-of-a-kind environment for meetings and events. It really is true what they say about Las Vegas- “The fun never stops!”