By Allison Mitchell By Allison Mitchell | June 30, 2021 | Events,
From concerts to comedians, these are Las Vegas’ hottest tickets for summer and fall.
1. A Summer of Comedy
Nate Bargatze is one of the comics coming to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for its A Summer of Comedy series.
Laughter awaits at Wynn Las Vegas’ Encore Theater, where a superstar lineup of comics will take the stage. Enjoy the wit of Demetri Martin (July 16); Nate Bargatze (July 17); Tom Papa (July 30); Jim Gaffigan (Aug. 6 and 7); Jo Koy (Aug. 13 and 14); and Sebastian Maniscalco (Aug. 20 and 21). 702.770.9966, wynnlasvegas.com/entertainment
Jo Koy is one of the comics coming to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for its A Summer of Comedy series.
2. Adam Lambert
Grammy-nominated artist Adam Lambert is heading to The Venetian Resort for five nights only this October (22 and 23; 27; 29 and 30). After traveling the world with Queen for the past few years, Lambert will showcase his astounding vocals on his own at The Venetian Theatre, 702.414.9000, venetian.com
3. Alanis Morissette
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the iconic album Jagged Little Pill, seven-time Grammy Award-winning artist Alanis Morissette will perform the album in its entirety at T-Mobile Arena on Oct. 2. Fellow ’90s favorites Liz Phair and Garbage will join the “Ironic” singer onstage. 702.692.1600, t-mobilearena.com
4. Art of the Wild
Lovers of house and techno music will unite for three days of immersive experiences and beat-thumping sounds as Art of the Wild returns to Wynn Las Vegas’ XS and Encore Beach Club July 23 to 25. Headlining artists include Animale, elrow, Framework, Rumors and Wild Is Love. 702.770.0097, wynnsocial.com/artofthewild
5. Debbie Gibson & Joey
McIntyre: Live in Las Vegas Pop stars Debbie Gibson and Joey McIntyre have teamed up to duet on “Lost in Your Eyes” and share the spotlight at The Sands Showroom at The Venetian Resort Aug. 26 to 29 and Sept. 16 to 19. Sing along to Gibson’s No. 1 hit “Foolish Beat” and reminisce with McIntyre about his New Kids On The Block days, plus discover his latest single, “Own This Town.”702.414.9000, venetian.com
6. Death Cab for Cutie
Catch Death Cab for Cutie Sept. 15 at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
With eight Grammy nominations, Death Cab for Cutie continues to solidify itself as one of the longtime bands defining alt-rock music. Sing along to Ben Gibbard’s recognizable vocals on Sept. 15 at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas as the group plays hits from Transatlanticism, Plans, Narrow Stairs and more. 800.745.3000, cosmopolitanlasvegas.com
7. Desert Drip
From the creators of Exodus Las Vegas comes a brand new festival for hip-hop fans to get a taste of Sin City’s nightlife. Passes allow entrance to Las Vegas’ premium nightclubs including Drai’s Nightclub, Hakkasan, JEWEL Nightclub and Ayu at Night. Expect stellar performances from Jack Harlow, Gucci Mane, Lil Jon, Juicy J, DJ Snake and more of the genre’s hottest artists. Aug. 5-9, Sept. 2-6, desertdripfest.com
8. Earth, Wind & Fire
Explore the extensive musical catalog of nine-time Grammy winners Earth, Wind & Fire during a six-show run in November (10; 12 and 13; 17; 19 and 20) at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort. With 23 albums, the storied group is ready to entertain with performances of “September,” “Let’s Groove,” “Reasons” and more. 702.414.9000, venetian.com
9. Guns N’ Roses
Guns N’ Roses will be the first rock band to perform at Allegiant Stadium on Aug. 27
Frontman Axl Rose, guitar great Slash and the rest of the Guns N’ Roses crew will headline the first-ever rock concert at Allegiant Stadium on Aug. 27. Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth WVH will join the rockers as they take fans to “Paradise City” all over again. Welcome to the jungle, Las Vegas. 725.780.2000, gunsnroses.com
10. Gwen Stefani
Gwen Stefani returns to Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in October.
Hollaback, girl! Gwen Stefani is returning to Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino for eight new performances (Oct. 22 and 23; 27; 29 and 30; and Nov. 3, 5 and 6) from her Just a Girl residency. Throw on some red lipstick and get ready to sing along to Stefani’s “What You Waiting For?” and “The Sweet Escape.” 702.785.5882, ticketmaster.com/gwen
11. John Legend
He’s the first Black man to become an EGOT with 11 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Tony Award and an Emmy Award, and now he’s heading to The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas to share his lauded musical talents. Listen to soulful songs from Legend’s six studio albums on Sept. 18, including “All of Me” and “Conversations in the Dark.” 800.745.3000, cosmopolitanlasvegas.com
12. Jonas Brothers
Join Jonas Brothers for the kickoff of their Remember This tour as they take over Park Theater at Park MGM on Aug. 20 and 21. Country darling Kelsea Ballerini will warm up the crowd with hits like “Hole in the Bottle” before Nick, Joe and Kevin have fans dancing the night away to “Sucker” and “What a Man Gotta Do.” 844.600.7275, parkmgm.mgmresorts.com
13. Justin Bieber
For one night only, crooner Justin Bieber will perform hits from his latest No. 1 album, Justice, at Wynn Las Vegas’ Encore Theater on July 9. Expect to hear “Holy,” “Peaches” and “Hold On,” among other tunes. Perhaps you’ll even catch a glimpse of the Grammy winner’s model wife, Hailey Rhode Baldwin Bieber, while you’re at it! 702.770.9966, wynnlasvegas.com/entertainment
14. Keith Urban
See Keith Urban at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on select dates in September.
Country music is back on the Las Vegas Strip with four-time Grammy winner Keith Urban leading the way at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Experience Urban’s latest album, The Speed of Now Part 1, on Sept. 17 and 18, 22, and 24 and 25. 866.227.5938, ticketmaster.com/keithurbanvegas
15. Life Is Beautiful Music & Art Festival
Head to Downtown Las Vegas for its biggest music event of the year Sept. 17 to 19, where Billie Eilish, Green Day and Tame Impala are set to headline the three-day extravaganza. Equally enticing names, like A$AP Rocky, Megan Thee Stallion and Ludacris, ensure the party will be in full force from sunup to sundown. lifeisbeautiful.com
16. Lionel Richie
Get ready to dance on the ceiling with iconic singer Lionel Richie during hot-ticket performances from his brand-new Back to Las Vegas! show. The fun starts Sept. 10 with myriad dates following throughout the months of October and November. 702.770.9966, wynnlasvegas.com/entertainment
17. Miley Cyrus
Get ready to “Party in the U.S.A.” with Miley Cyrus during the ultimate July 4 bash at the brand-new Resorts World Las Vegas. The anticipated performance will take place during the grand opening of the Zouk Group’s AYU Dayclub. Can’t make it? Head to the Strip to enjoy a livestream of the concert on the resort’s 100,000-square-foot LED screen on Las Vegas Boulevard. 702.802.6460, zoukgrouplv.com/events
18. Old Dominion
Seven years on the scene and eight No. 1 hits have placed Old Dominion among country music’s top-ranked bands. Now, the group will showcase those hits, ranging from “Some People Do” to “Break Up With Him,” at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas on Nov. 5 and 6. 800.745.3000, cosmopolitanlasvegas.com
19. OneRepublic
Celebrate Labor Day with OneRepublic as the Grammy-nominated band heads to Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Sept. 4 and 5. The shows—featuring hits like “Somebody to Love,” “Wanted,” “Didn’t I” and “Better Days”—mark the first live performances at Zappos post-pandemic. Let the celebrations begin! 702.785.5882, caesars.com/planet-hollywood/shows/zappos-theater
10. Rod Stewart
Tonight’s the night! For the last decade, Rod Stewart has enchanted Las Vegas with his intimate Rod Stewart: The Hits show at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, where attendees are no farther than 145 feet from the icon, no matter the seat. Now, Stewart is ready to celebrate the culmination of his 10-year run with nine new dates between Oct. 6 and 23. Brush up on hits like “Maggie May” and “Forever Young” from his more than five-decade career. 866.227.5938, ticketmaster.com/rodstewartvegas
21. Shania Twain
Plan the ultimate night out with the top-selling female country artist of all time, Shania Twain. Her Let’s Go! Las Vegas residency is back with new dates scheduled between Dec. 2 to 21 and Feb. 11 to 26, 2022, at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Designed exclusively for Zappos Theater, with Twain herself serving as creative director, the show promises to be a dazzling display of the performer’s most beloved songs. 702.785.5882, ticketmaster.com/shaniavegas
Photography by: Courtesy of Wynn Las Vegas; Mandee Johnson Photography; Eliot Lee Hazel; Courtesy of The Publicity Lab/Allegiant Stadium; Todd Stefani and Rob Dipple; Courtesy of Caesars Entertainment